Ep. 295 Unexpected Lessons A Toddler Taught Me About Rest, Anxiety & Coping Skills in Midlife
Creating Midlife Calm: Coping Skills for Stress & Anxiety in Family, Work & RelationshipsShow Notes
What if the kind of rest you’re longing for is something a toddler already knows how to do? If life has become one long list of responsibilities and expectations, you’re not alone. In this episode, you’ll discover: What watching a toddler taught me about leaving the world of doing behind and rediscovering the kind of rest that creates genuine calm. Take 3 minutes to rediscover the restful wisdom your two-year-old self never forgot—you’re worth it. Send us Fan Mail **** About the Host...
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