How are you handling the uprooting of Life after Kids?  Are you taking time to enjoy the journey?  Or do you have your head down and blinders on, just trying to get over the next hurdle or project, thinking you’ll relax and enjoy your life then? In this episode of "Life After Kids, we dive into the significant topic of managing stress and finding joy in the midst of life's hectic seasons. The main focus of this episode is on avoiding the trap of the "just get throughs" mindset, which often leads to burnout and prevents midlife moms from enjoying the present moment.

Key Takeaways:

• Avoiding the "Just Get Throughs" Mindset: Learn to live in the moment and appreciate the journey rather than always aiming to get through to the next phase.
• Importance of Self-Care: Don't neglect self-care practices such as sleep, exercise, and connecting with loved ones, even during busy periods.
• Practical Stress Management Tips: Incorporate strategies like mindful breathing, setting smaller goals, and maintaining gratitude to manage stress effectively.
• Embracing Life's Chaos: Understand that life will always have challenges and learn to find joy and balance within the chaos.
• Leveraging Support Systems: Rely on friends, family, or accountability groups to provide perspective and support during stressful times.
  
  

Join us today as we share personal struggles with falling into the "just get throughs" trap, and practical advice on how to manage stress while maintaining well-being during busy periods. We discuss the importance of intentionality, self-care, and the need to find smaller, achievable goals that provide a sense of accomplishment without overwhelming oneself. Listen to today’s Life after Kids in its entirety to hear more about embracing gratitude, ensuring proper rest, and maintaining a balanced perspective even during challenging times. And remember, it's not about getting to the other side of stressful circumstances; it's about finding balance and joy even in the midst of it.

RESOURCES:
The What's My Purpose Quiz
Strengths Podcast Episode
The Sedona Method


Timestamp Summary
| 0:00   | Intentional Living and Reaching 100,000 Downloads
| 1:41   | Balancing Life's Grind with Moments of Joy and Self-Care
| 8:21   | Balancing Caregiving, Stress, and Self-Care During Perimenopause
| 13:44   | Finding Balance and Presence Amidst Life's Chaos
| 21:11   | Balancing Achiever Strengths with Life Experience
| 23:35   | Finding Balance and Gratitude in Busy, Stressful Seasons

Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!

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Making tomorrow even better than today,

Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne


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