The holidays are often painted as a season of joy — but what if they don’t feel that way this year? In this heartfelt and grounding episode, Marilyn Barker opens up about the quieter side of the holidays the grief, the loneliness, and the pressure to make everything perfect.

Through honest reflection and gentle guidance, Marilyn reminds listeners that it’s okay if the holidays look different this year. She shares ways to set boundaries, honor your emotions, find small moments of peace, and create new meaning when old traditions feel heavy.

If the holidays stir up more stress than sparkle, this episode offers a comforting space to breathe, reflect, and rediscover what truly matters.

• It’s okay if the holidays don’t feel “merry.” You’re not alone.
• Lowering expectations can make space for genuine peace.
• Grief and joy can coexist — and that’s part of being human.
• Boundaries protect your energy and peace of mind.
• Find your own meaning this season, even if it looks different than before.

Quote from the Episode:

“Peace doesn’t come from the perfect table setting or the right playlist. It comes from within from giving yourself permission to be exactly where you are.”

Episode 13: Finding Peace in the Pause

In a world that never seems to slow down, taking time to pause can feel impossible — or even wrong. But what if the moments of stillness you resist are the very ones that bring you peace, clarity, and strength?

In this episode, Marilyn dives deep into the power of the pause the sacred space between the doing and the being. Through personal reflection and motivational insight, she explores how rest can become your greatest source of renewal, how slowing down can actually move you forward, and why peace isn’t found in the noise… but in the quiet in between.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected, this episode will help you breathe again.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

• Why we glorify being “busy” and how it drains our peace
• How pausing can shift your perspective and restore balance
• The difference between rest and avoidance
• Simple ways to create intentional moments of stillness in your day
• How to redefine productivity through presence and peace

Takeaway:

You don’t have to earn your rest or prove your worth through exhaustion. The world won’t fall apart if you slow down and you might just find the clarity you’ve been searching for when you do.

Remember:

When life gets loud, put it in a bubble, take a breath, and let it go.

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In this heartfelt solo episode, Marilyn explores the powerful and freeing process of letting go — not just of people or pain, but of control, guilt, and expectations that keep us from peace.

As the holiday season approaches, Marilyn opens up about her own journey of release — learning to let go of what no longer serves her in both life and business. Through personal stories and gentle reflection, she reminds us that letting go isn’t about giving up — it’s about making space for something new.

You’ll learn how to identify what’s weighing you down, why it’s okay to grieve what’s gone, and how to use mindset tools to practice emotional release and renewal.

Take a moment to breathe, reflect, and put what no longer serves you… in a bubble, and blow it away.

Key Takeaways:

• Letting go is not weakness — it’s an act of wisdom and peace.
• Learn how to separate memory from meaning and guilt from growth.
• Practical mindset tools to help you release emotional and professional clutter.
• Discover how creating space allows clarity, peace, and new opportunities to flow in.