39. Ready for the holiday hustle? How shifting can help you show up calm—fast.
The Parenting Connection | build connection, parenting styles, depression in teens, anxiety in teens, Christian parentingShow Notes
You’ve probably looked at your December calendar and thought, “It all fits… I should be able to do this.” But there’s that quiet voice that whispers, “I can’t keep this pace and still feel like myself.”
If that feels familiar — not because you’re behind, but because you carry so much — this episode will help you understand why. We’re talking about the difference between having time to do everything and actually having the bandwidth to show up the way you want to.
I’ll share what both science and scripture say about this — including a fascinating HeartMath study showing that your child feels your energy before they hear your words, and the story of Mary and Martha through the lens of modern motherhood.
This isn’t about adding more to your list, but shifting how you enter the season so you can be more present and actually enjoy what you’re working so hard to create.
And if you're already sensing strain before the holidays even begin, stay with me until the end — I’ll share a simple three-day reset that can help soften the weight you’re feeling and change the energy in your home.
You don’t need to fix everything. You just need a better place to start. The Connected Mom Reset shows you how—for $22.
Interested in getting help from me? Book a 45 minute consult here.
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