If May always seems to pile up faster than you can keep up, you’re not imagining it. Between the end of the school year, Mother’s Day, and all the little extras that show up this time of year, it’s a lot—emotionally & logistically.

In this episode, I’m sharing why this season tends to feel so heavy, what’s helped me move through it with less pressure, and a few ideas you might want to borrow if you’re craving a softer start to summer. If you’re already feeling stretched thin, this is your invitation to pause, get clear & make space for what matters most.

✨ If you’re looking for extra support to make May feel lighter, A Calm Start to May is available now. It’s a simple, reflective resource to help you clear mental space, anticipate what’s ahead & ease some of the invisible load you’re managing.
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If you’ve been asking yourself “Why does everything feel harder than it should?” or “Why can’t I just get it together lately?”—you’re not alone.This episode unpacks what’s really happening during those low-capacity seasons when life feels heavy, even if nothing specific is “wrong.” We’ll look at what might be affecting your energy—like nervous system fatigue, emotional overload, or the pressure to keep pushing through—and why these dips don’t mean you’re failing.If you're exhausted but can’t explain why, stuck in a loop of self-judgment, or just trying to figure out how to move through a hard season without making it worse—this episode offers a grounded perspective.We’re not trying to fix it. We’re just naming what’s real—so you can stop internalizing what isn’t yours.🧘🏼‍♀️ If that’s where you are right now, you might also appreciate ⁠Claim Your Calm⁠, a 15-day audio series with simple ways to reconnect with yourself when life feels off.

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Ever feel like no matter how much you get done, it’s never enough?
Like there’s always more to do, more to fix, more to manage?

In this episode, we're unpacking why motherhood often feels overwhelming, even when you're doing your best. You’ll learn how to shift out of survival mode and start defining success in a way that feels realistic, aligned, and sustainable.

This isn’t about doing less for the sake of it. It’s about gaining clarity on what actually matters—so you can simplify your mental load, conserve your energy & stop measuring yourself against impossible standards.

Whether you're burned out, running on empty, or constantly questioning if you're doing enough, you'll walk away with a grounded mindset shift you can actually use today.

👉🏼 In this episode we'll explore:

• Why simplifying motherhood isn’t about laziness—it’s about sustainability

• How cultural narratives feed burnout and pressure (and how to opt out)

• What it means to find your own version of enough in everyday life

• A subtle mindset shift that offers real relief, not just more advice

🎧 Press play now to rethink what “enough” really means—and learn how to reclaim your energy without doing more.

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