We’ve all been there: the to-do list feels endless, the deadlines are piling up, and the thought of getting it all done is just... laughable. Maddie Peschong knows the feeling, too. As a brand photographer, educator, and mom, Maddie has weathered her fair share of stressful seasons, and in this episode, she’s sharing how she finds her way back to balance.

Why does overwhelm feel so paralyzing? Maddie explains how naming the real source of your stress is often the first step to tackling it. She also shares the systems and mindset shifts that have helped her reset when life gets hectic. Whether you’re in the thick of it or trying to get ahead of it for next time, this conversation is a reminder that there’s always a way through—and sometimes, it starts with simply slowing down.

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