Uncomplicated Working Mom Life| Burnout ,Overwhelmed ,Exhausted, Snapping at kids, mental load

The Surprising Thing That Happens When Moms Start Saying No Hey Mama  This episode is for the burnt out, overloaded mom who’s: Constantly saying “yes” even when she’s exhausted Feeling like an overwhelmed mom drowning in commitments Stuck in mom guilt every time she thinks about setting a boundary Wondering how other moms seem to “do it all” Giving everyone else her best while her own family gets the leftovers Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Today I’m sharing my story of saying yes to everything—PTO, Girl Scouts, school volunteering—until it pushed me to the edge. And the surprising thing that happened when I finally started saying no. In this episode you’ll learn: How those tiny yeses secretly drain burnt out moms Why mom guilt isn’t a reliable GPS (and what to listen to instead) Simple ways to set boundaries without feeling like a “bad mom” How saying no can actually give you more peace, energy, and time with your kids 💡 Real talk: Your worth isn’t measured by how much you do for everyone else. It’s about showing up honestly for yourself and your family. 🔥 Want to Go Deeper? Confident Mom Boot Camp: Learn the practical, doable steps to move from chaos and guilt into calm, confidence, and control. Click here to register. Join a Fireside Chat: A real-talk Zoom room for overloaded moms who need support. Save your spot. Get on the list: Be the first to hear about retreats, workshops, and behind-the-scenes updates. Sign up here. 📲 Text me! What’s the heaviest yes you’re carrying right now? What would it feel like to set it down? Send me a message at 315-351-2502.

Hey Mama  If you’ve ever tried to set boundaries as a mom and ended up caving, over-explaining, or feeling guilty, this episode is for you. Boundaries are supposed to protect your time and energy, but for most moms, they trigger mom guilt, overwhelm, and the pressure to keep saying yes — even when you’re exhausted. That’s why boundaries feel so hard in motherhood. In this episode, we’re unpacking: Why saying no makes moms feel guilty (even when you’re already overwhelmed) The difference between rules and boundaries in motherhood How mom guilt and people-pleasing drain your energy Why over-explaining weakens your boundaries Simple boundary scripts for exhausted moms who want to protect their energy How to stop being the default parent who says yes to everything Because mama — you’re not a bad mom for struggling with boundaries. You’re an overloaded mom carrying the invisible mental load. And you deserve to stop people-pleasing, put down the plates that aren’t yours, and finally protect your space without the guilt trip.   Quick win: By the end of this episode, you’ll have one clear sentence you can use today to set a boundary that sticks ,  and it won’t make you feel like a bad mom. RESOURCES MENTIONED:   Guilt Loop Workshop In this workshop, we’re breaking down the sneaky cycle of mom guilt—the one that makes you feel like no matter what you do, it’s never enough. You’ll learn why guilt keeps showing up (even when you’re doing your best), how to spot it before it spirals, and a simple method to step out of the loop and back into calm. This is a practical, real-talk reset for the woman who’s tired of carrying guilt like it’s her part-time job. You’ll walk away with tools you can use the next time guilt pops up—without adding more to your to-do list. Register for Workshop click here  Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms https://calendly.com/crystalc-ignitetorise/the-fire-circle  Get on the email list for first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates Sign up for my email list click here  The Confident Mom Bootcamp  You’ll learn the practical, doable steps to move from chaos and guilt into calm, confidence, and control. Click here to register TEXT "BOUNDARIES" to 315-351-2502  and tell me what you thought of this episode.     Ready to dive deeper? Join the Confident Mom Boot Camp!

EPISODE 42: How to Find Joy in the Middle of the Mess (Even When You Feel Behind) Ever crawl into bed thinking, “I was busy all day but got nothing done — and now I’m even more behind”? Yeah, mama. That’s the behind-feeling. It’s the frozen chicken at 5 p.m., the school-app pings that never stop, and the laundry that multiplies overnight. It keeps you chasing “someday” — the clean house, the clear calendar, the quiet season — as if joy is waiting there. But here’s the truth: joy isn’t hiding in someday. Joy is right here, baked into the mess. In this episode, we’ll talk about how joy pulls you out of behind-mode and plants you in the present — where calm and confidence actually live. You’ll hear: The real-life gas-station-pizza + All Star story that reminded me what presence feels like Why “behind-mode” tricks you into waiting for joy at the finish line (and why it never works) The simple shift to start noticing joy in messy, ordinary moments — and why saying it out loud matters A quick sanity check (because yes, hiding in the bathroom with a cookie still counts as joy) Reflection Questions: Where are you living so far ahead in your head that you’re missing the joy right in front of you? Where have you been waiting for “someday” to finally let yourself feel happy? Mama, joy is what shifts you from always behind → steady and in control. You don’t have to wait for the clean house or the perfect day — joy is already here, whispering in the middle of your real life. LINKS & RESOURCES: 💫 Join the Guilt Loop Workshop — break the cycle of “never enough” and step back into calm → Register Here 🔥 Join the next Fireside Chat — a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms → Reserve Your Spot 📬 Get first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates → Join My Email List 💪 Enroll in The Confident Mom Bootcamp — move from chaos + guilt into calm, confidence & control → Click Here to Register ✨ Updated for Uncomplicated Working Mom Life

Episode 41: Stop Erasing Your Wins: The Confidence Shift Every Mom Needs Do you ever finally get something done, like fold the laundry, show up on time, or cook dinner before 7, and instead of celebrating, you tell yourself, “Yeah, but that doesn’t count”? Friend, that’s you erasing your wins. And every time you do it, you chip away at your confidence. No wonder you feel stuck “always behind.” In today’s episode, I’m breaking down: • Why moms erase their wins without even realizing it • How this sneaky habit keeps you from building confidence • The simple shift to finally let your progress count Confidence doesn’t come from doing it all. It comes from noticing what you already did. You’re not broken, you’re just human. And when you stop erasing your wins, you move from always behind to confidently in control. Grab a notebook or just take a deep breath. This one’s going to feel like relief. Ready to practice this confidence shift in real life? Join me inside The Confident Mom Bootcamp. You’ll learn the practical, doable steps to move from chaos and guilt into calm, confidence, and control. And when you’re ready for even deeper transformation, my Chaos to Control one-on-one coaching program is waiting. But first, start with The Confident Mom Bootcamp. Let’s stop erasing your wins, mama. You’re doing better than you think.   Links: Guilt Loop Workshop In this workshop, we’re breaking down the sneaky cycle of mom guilt—the one that makes you feel like no matter what you do, it’s never enough. You’ll learn why guilt keeps showing up (even when you’re doing your best), how to spot it before it spirals, and a simple method to step out of the loop and back into calm. This is a practical, real-talk reset for the woman who’s tired of carrying guilt like it’s her part-time job. You’ll walk away with tools you can use the next time guilt pops up—without adding more to your to-do list. Register for Workshop click here  Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms https://calendly.com/crystalc-ignitetorise/the-fire-circle  Get on the email list for first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates Sign up for my email list click here  The Confident Mom Bootcamp  You’ll learn the practical, doable steps to move from chaos and guilt into calm, confidence, and control. Click here to register

EPISODE 40: When No One Helps — How to Stop Feeling Alone and Overwhelmed as a Mom This one’s for you if you feel like you’re doing it all with zero backup. Maybe your parents are too far away. Maybe your husband thinks childcare is your job. Maybe you’re actually single. Either way—you’ve been holding it all, and it’s exhausting. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to find support even when no one’s showing up—so you can stop white-knuckling motherhood and finally breathe again. Because the truth is: waiting for someone to notice you’re drowning isn’t working. There’s another way to get help — and it starts with small, honest shifts in how you ask, receive, and rest. You’ll learn: What emotional isolation really looks like for the “default parent” How to build support when it feels like you have none The one mindset shift that makes asking for help feel lighter (not like weakness) Simple ways to refill your tank when you’re the one everyone depends on You don’t have to do this alone, mama. There’s space here for you to exhale. LINKS & RESOURCES: 🎧 Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) → Let’s Talk 🔥 Join the next Fireside Chat — a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms → Reserve Your Spot 💫 Join the Guilt Loop Workshop — learn how to step out of the guilt cycle and back into calm → Register Here 📬 Get first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates → Join My Email List 🌿 Take the Retreat Survey — tell me what kind of space you’re craving → Fill It Out Here ✨ Updated for Uncomplicated Working Mom Life

You’ve held it all summer. The schedules, the snacks, the stress. And now that it’s quieter? You’re not relieved—you’re riddled with guilt. This final episode in the Back-to-School Excuses Series dives into the hardest one yet: “Everyone’s counting on me—I don’t have time to fall apart.” We’re talking about the pressure to hold it together… The shutdown your nervous system’s been begging for… And how to finally feel supported instead of just surviving. You’ll hear: What guilt is really trying to protect you from How to tell if you’re in survival mode or supported Why falling apart might be the bravest thing you do this year  LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) Let’s Talk Click here  Guilt Loop Workshop In this workshop, we’re breaking down the sneaky cycle of mom guilt—the one that makes you feel like no matter what you do, it’s never enough. You’ll learn why guilt keeps showing up (even when you’re doing your best), how to spot it before it spirals, and a simple method to step out of the loop and back into calm. This is a practical, real-talk reset for the woman who’s tired of carrying guilt like it’s her part-time job. You’ll walk away with tools you can use the next time guilt pops up—without adding more to your to-do list. Register for Workshop click here  Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms https://calendly.com/crystalc-ignitetorise/the-fire-circle  Get on the email list for first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates Sign up for my email list click here   

If you’ve ever looked at your planner and thought, “I’ll figure it out after Labor Day,” this one’s for you. We’re talking about flight mode—the back-to-school excuse that looks like procrastination, feels like avoidance, and keeps you stuck in fear. You’re not broken. You’re not lazy. You’re protecting yourself. Let’s talk about what’s really going on when starting feels scary—and how to take one small step back toward you.  LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) Let’s Talk Click here  Guilt Loop Workshop In this workshop, we’re breaking down the sneaky cycle of mom guilt—the one that makes you feel like no matter what you do, it’s never enough. You’ll learn why guilt keeps showing up (even when you’re doing your best), how to spot it before it spirals, and a simple method to step out of the loop and back into calm. This is a practical, real-talk reset for the woman who’s tired of carrying guilt like it’s her part-time job. You’ll walk away with tools you can use the next time guilt pops up—without adding more to your to-do list. Register for Workshop click here  Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms https://calendly.com/crystalc-ignitetorise/the-fire-circle  Get on the email list for first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates Sign up for my email list click here   Take the Retreat Survey—tell me what kind of space you’re craving   Fill out survey here 

EPISODE 37: Always Behind? Why Organization Isn’t the Answer to Mom Burnout If you’ve ever thought, “Once I get everything organized, then I’ll finally feel calm,” this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: if you’re an overwhelmed mom running on empty, no amount of labeled bins or color-coded systems will give you the peace you’re craving. That low-level anxiety you still feel—even after cleaning the house—is your nervous system waving a white flag. In this episode, we’ll unpack why so many default-parent moms use organizing and doing as a survival tool for the mental load—and how that cycle keeps you stuck in burnout. You’ll learn: Why productivity often masks emotional exhaustion How to recognize survival mode (even if you’re “doing all the things”) What your nervous system is really asking for (and how to meet that need—without guilt) Why peace isn’t something you earn by staying busy If you’re ready to feel actually calm—not just caught up—this conversation will help you step off the hamster wheel and breathe again. LINKS & RESOURCES: 🎧 Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) → Let’s Talk 🔥 Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms → Reserve your spot 📬 Get first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates → Join my email list 🌿 Take the Retreat Survey—tell me what kind of space you’re craving → Fill it out here ✨ Updated for Uncomplicated Working Mom Life

So you finally got a break — and now you’re just… floating? Feeling lost in your own house? Wondering why the silence feels so loud? This one’s for the part of you that thought time away would fix everything — but now that it’s here, you’re scrolling, spiraling, or over-scheduling just to make it feel productive. We’ll talk about why rest feels so uncomfortable when you’ve been in go-mode for months, what fawn mode has to do with it, and how to stop trying to earn your reset. You’ll learn: Why rest can trigger guilt, anxiety, or over-thinking (even when you begged for it) What your nervous system is doing when stillness feels unsafe How to recognize fawn mode in everyday “I’m fine” behavior 3 simple ways to let your body actually rest — without over-explaining or over-planning You don’t have to prove you deserve peace, mama. You just have to practice receiving it. LINKS & RESOURCES: 🎧 Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) → Let’s Talk 🔥 Join the next Fireside Chat — a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms → Reserve Your Spot 📬 Get first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates → Join My Email List 🌿 Take the Retreat Survey — tell me what kind of space you’re craving → Fill It Out Here ✨ Updated for Uncomplicated Working Mom Life

EPISODE 35: Still Stuck in Survival Mode? 3 Ways to Finally Breathe Again If every week feels like survival mode on repeat—school lunches, work calls, laundry piles—and you can’t remember the last time you actually exhaled… you’re not broken, you’re burned out. In this episode, we’ll break down why your nervous system keeps you running even when you’re desperate to rest—and what to do about it starting today. You’ll learn: How to tell when “doing fine” is really freeze mode in disguise Why slowing down feels impossible (and how to make it safe again) Three small resets that help your body exhale before your brain ever catches up This conversation is your permission slip to stop pushing through and start breathing again—without guilt, without a five-step plan, and without waiting for life to settle. LINKS & RESOURCES: 🎧 Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) → Let’s Talk 🔥 Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms → Reserve your spot 📬 Get first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates → Join my email list 🌿 Take the Retreat Survey—tell me what kind of space you’re craving → Fill it out here ✨ Updated for Uncomplicated Working Mom Life

EPISODE 34: Sick of “Just Getting Through the Week”? Try This Instead to Finally Move Forward If your brain feels like it’s stuck on pause while everyone else is sprinting into September, this one’s for you. That constant “just get through this week” loop feels responsible — but it’s actually your nervous system in freeze mode. You don’t need a planner or more motivation… you need permission to feel again. In this episode, we’ll unpack why your body shuts down before you even start the reset — and how to move forward gently, without forcing yourself to push harder. You’ll learn: Why your body shuts down before you even start the reset What freeze mode really feels like (mentally, physically, and emotionally) What you do in freeze that looks productive but keeps you stuck Three simple resets to help you breathe again — no color-coded plan required You don’t have to push harder to get unstuck. You just need a safe way to start again — slowly, gently, and without guilt. And hey, thanks for hanging out with me today. Whether you’re driving, folding laundry, or hiding in the bathroom with your AirPods… I’m so glad you’re here. LINKS & RESOURCES: 🎧 Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) → Let’s Talk 🔥 Join the next Fireside Chat — a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms → Reserve Your Spot 📬 Get first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates → Join My Email List 🌿 Take the Retreat Survey — tell me what kind of space you’re craving → Fill It Out Here ✨ Updated for Uncomplicated Working Mom Life

EPISODE 33: Back to School… Still Not Back to Me Why structure isn’t solving your overwhelm—and what to do instead If you thought the school routine would finally calm the chaos—but you’re still bone-tired, behind, and not feeling like you—this episode is for you. The quiet house and color-coded planner didn’t fix the invisible load because structure can’t soothe a nervous system that’s been on high alert for months. In this real-talk conversation, we’ll unpack why “getting back on schedule” isn’t the same as getting back to yourself. Inside this episode: Why routines don’t regulate your nervous system the way you hoped The real reason you feel worse now, not better The 5 nervous-system survival patterns we’ll explore in this Back-to-School series—and how they’re showing up in your daily life You don’t need a tighter system. You need permission to pause and space to breathe again. LINKS & RESOURCES: 🎧 Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) → Let’s Talk 🔥 Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms → Reserve your spot 📬 Get first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates → Join my email list 🌿 Take the Retreat Survey—tell me what kind of space you’re craving → Fill it out here ✨ Updated for Uncomplicated Working Mom Life

Hey friend— You’re counting down the days until school starts. You want the structure back. You miss quiet mornings and having a minute to think. So why does your brain feel like mashed potatoes? This episode is for the mom who’s emotionally shutting down before the reset even begins. We talk about: – Why your body is crashing before school even starts – The real reason you're not motivated (spoiler: it's not laziness) – What emotional whiplash looks like, and why it’s so common this time of year – How to move through this weird fog without forcing productivity or guilt-planning your comeback If you're sitting in the car scrolling instead of checking off the to-do list... you're not broken. You're just finally landing.  LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) Let’s Talk Click here   Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms https://calendly.com/crystalc-ignitetorise/the-fire-circle  Get on the email list for first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates Sign up for my email list click here   Take the Retreat Survey—tell me what kind of space you’re craving   Fill out survey here 

Have you ever felt like everyone leans on you, but no one sees you? You’re the one holding it all together. The strong one. The capable one. But when your chest feels tight, your jaw aches, or your energy crashes out of nowhere… no one asks if you’re okay. Not really. This episode is for the mom who’s always being needed — but never being noticed. The one who keeps showing up even when her body is waving red flags. The one who’s done minimizing her needs, but isn’t sure how to start putting herself back on the list.  In this episode, you’ll learn: Why being “the strong one” can quietly burn you out How survival mode shows up in your body (and why you ignore it) What happens when emotional labor becomes a full-time, unpaid job A powerful mindset shift to help you stop carrying it all alone  Truth You’ll Hear: "You’re not fine — you’re functioning in overdrive." "Strength without support is a setup for burnout." "You deserve to be checked on too — not just counted on."  LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) Let’s Talk Click here   Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms https://calendly.com/crystalc-ignitetorise/the-fire-circle  Get on the email list for first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates Sign up for my email list click here   Take the Retreat Survey—tell me what kind of space you’re craving   Fill out survey here   

Hey mamas, this one’s real tender. If you’re caught in that weird back-to-school limbo—feeling like you should be excited for routine but secretly want to cry at the sight of a backpack—this episode is your soft landing spot. I’m walking you through the grief no one talks about at the end of summer, why you’re not broken for feeling all over the place, and how to move through this season without rushing to reset. You don’t need a planner—you need permission.  LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) Let’s Talk Click here   Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms https://calendly.com/crystalc-ignitetorise/the-fire-circle  Get on the email list for first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates Sign up for my email list click here   Take the Retreat Survey—tell me what kind of space you’re craving   Fill out survey here 

Hey Mamas, You know that moment where you’re staring at your to-do list, trying to care—but your brain’s just DONE? Where you whisper, “I don’t know what I need... but I know it’s not this”? That’s not laziness. That’s mom burnout. It’s what happens when the mental load never stops, and you’ve been the default parent for so long you don’t remember what rest feels like. This episode is for the exhausted mom who looks “fine” on the outside but feels flat, foggy, and disconnected inside. If you’ve been pushing through mom fatigue, running on coffee and obligation, and feeling guilty for not being grateful — this one’s for you. 🎧 In this episode, we talk about: What the signs of burnout in moms actually look like (hint: it’s not just being tired) Why your brain fog and flatness might be your body protecting you The 3 belief shifts that help when you’re stuck in survival mode How to stop performing “fine” and start meeting your real emotional needs What to do when you feel like a stressed out mom with zero margin This is your reminder: You’re not broken. You’re just burned out. You don’t need a productivity hack — you need a nervous system exhale. Pop in your earbuds, grab your coffee, or lock the bathroom door. Let’s name the truth together.  LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Book your FREE Mom Life: Real Talk call (30 min, no camera, no pressure) Let’s Talk Click here   Join the next Fireside Chat—a real-talk Zoom room for entrepreneurial moms https://calendly.com/crystalc-ignitetorise/the-fire-circle  Get on the email list for first dibs on retreats, workshops & behind-the-scenes updates Sign up for my email list click here   Take the Retreat Survey—tell me what kind of space you’re craving   Fill out survey here 

Hey love—this one’s going to hit deep. You’ve been juggling all the roles: CEO, mom, wife, house manager, emotional regulator—and still wondering why you feel like you’re dropping the ball. Here’s the truth: You’re not dropping the ball. You ARE the ball. And you’re the one getting dropped. Daily. In today’s episode, we’re flipping the belief that you just need more time or better systems. Nope. We’re talking identity. The straitjacket you’ve been calling “strong.” The control that’s keeping you exhausted. The fragments of you spread thin trying to be everything for everyone. You’ll walk away with: 3 deep, identity-shifting truths that will change how you see your burnout A metaphor you’ll feel in your body Gentle but powerful questions to help you reconnect to you A moment to breathe, and the invitation to lay it all down 🔥 Ready to go deeper?  Fill out the Retreat Survey – Help me shape a February retreat that’s actually for you  [Insert Survey Link]  Book a real Mom-to-Mom Chat – No pitch. Just space. Click here to Chat in person with me!   Want to meet other women Join us at our next Fire Circle - Limited to 20 women (Virtual)  Sign up for our Next Free Fireside Chat   If this episode hit you in the gut, share it with a friend who’s quietly drowning. You’re not broken—you’re just doing too much. Let’s change that—together.

  This one’s for the woman who’s been holding it together for so long, she doesn’t even realize she’s missing. I went to Utah thinking I just needed a little space. A break. A chance to breathe. What I didn’t expect? Was to completely fall apart poolside. To cry in silence at a spa with no one watching. To ride a chairlift with my husband and realize… I’ve forgotten how to just be. This isn’t a story about a breakdown. It’s a story about a return. In this episode, I’m sharing what happened when I stopped performing, stopped producing, and let myself feel the weight I’ve been carrying. Why stillness didn’t feel like peace at first. Why the quiet felt more like grief. And why getting a tattoo in Park City wasn’t about making a statement—it was about remembering something sacred: I didn’t need to be fixed. I just needed to be found. If you’ve been busy holding everyone else together… If you're tired of proving your worth through what you do… If the thought of not being needed leaves you feeling lost— Come sit with me here. This is the part where we stop performing and start returning. — Next steps if this episode hit you right in the gut: Email me at Crystalc@ignitetorise.net and tell me what you think about this episode , What came up for you? If the idea of attending my February retreat has been pulling at you, I would love to hear from you. Take 2 minutes to fill out his quick survey and if you want opt in to get first dibs on a space at the retreat!  Retreat Survey Click here   Want more messages like this sent straight to your inbox? More behind the scenes in my life and what's new and upcoming events .. and a little more inspiration in your inbox. Email/Newsletter Sign up  

You’ve been telling yourself, “I just need to let go. I need to stop holding it all.” But every time you even think about letting go? Full-body panic. Your brain spirals. Your chest tightens. You convince yourself that if you loosen your grip for one second, it’ll all come crashing down. But what if letting go isn’t dangerous? What if it’s actually your path home—not to chaos, but to freedom? Inside this episode, we’re breaking down: Why letting go feels absolutely terrifying (it’s not because you’re dramatic) Why you’ve tied your worth to control—and how it’s wrecking your nervous system The real reason you fear losing more than just your to-do list—you fear losing yourself How to pause the panic without burning your whole life down Plus—I’m sharing one of my favorite metaphors about the “House of Cards” you’ve been living in… it’s gonna hit deep. And because I know you’ve been craving it, I’m also telling you about my February retreat and why it was built for exactly this moment. (And yes, you can still join the VIP interest list!) Oh, and quick heads up—I’ve got a tiny but mighty All In Challenge for you in this episode, too. It’s simple. No fixing. Just noticing. But it’s the kind of question that changes everything. Email me at Crystalc@ignitetorise.net   Also! If the idea of attending my February retreat has been pulling at you—even just a little—I would love to hear from you! Take 2 minutes to fill out this quick survey to help shape the experience and tell me exactly what you need. 👉 [Retreat Survey Click Here] (And yes, there’s a little gift waiting for you just for filling it out!) You’ve got this, friend. ❤️ Oh, and here’s that free time rescue resource I keep talking about—because yes, you can take some of the load off your plate, starting today: 👉 3-Step Time Rescue Plan You’re not broken—you’re just doing too much. That changes today. The business will be fine. The kids will survive. You? You get to sit down for once.

ohhhh, girl. This episode? Buckle up. We’re going there. You keep saying, “I’m just overwhelmed.” But what if that’s not actually true? What if the real reason you feel like you’re drowning is because you’ve been over-responsible for everyone and everything in your life? Yep, we’re flipping that belief today. I’m showing you how you’ve been stuck in this pressure-cooker cycle—taking on everyone’s needs, managing every little thing, and calling it “just a hard season.” But it’s not a season. It’s a cycle. And here’s the good news—you don’t need to burn it all down to get out of it. In this episode, we’re breaking down: Why your overwhelm is really over-responsibility The hidden ways you’ve been emotionally “air-conditioning” your whole house (and business) Why you keep saying yes, even when it’s killing you inside And how to spot when you’re carrying what’s not yours—without fixing it or feeling guilty This one’s gonna feel like a deep exhale, friend. If this hits home (and I know it will), come join us inside the Facebook group—we’re having these conversations every week, and you do not have to untangle this alone. 👉 Email me at Crystalc@ignitetorise.net   Also! If the idea of attending my February retreat has been pulling at you—even just a little—I would love to hear from you! Take 2 minutes to fill out this quick survey to help shape the experience and tell me exactly what you need. 👉 [Retreat Survey Click Here] (And yes, there’s a little gift waiting for you just for filling it out!) You’ve got this, Mama. ❤️ Oh, and here’s that free time rescue resource I keep talking about—because yes, you can take some of the load off your plate, starting today: 👉 3-Step Time Rescue Plan You’re not broken—you’re just doing too much. That changes today. The business will be fine. The kids will survive. You? You get to sit down for once. You’ve got this. ❤️ I’m still finalizing all the details for the February retreat—and honestly, I want your voice in the room. If you’ve ever dreamed of attending a retreat like this, would you take 2 minutes to fill out this quick survey? It’s your chance to tell me exactly what you need—and help shape this experience. 👉 Retreat Survey Click Here (Plus, I’ll send you something special for filling it out—just a little thank-you from me to you!)   👉crystalc@ignitetorise.net    3-Step Time Rescue Plan  https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/1462292/sites/152022898822874959/CiMAt8