I know how overwhelming it can feel to juggle school, sports, work, and family life. In this episode, I share my own experiences—like dropping my daughter at college while my boys started school without me—and the realization that simply pushing through isn’t sustainable. I want you to thrive, not just survive, so I offer five sanity moves:

Here are the five “sanity moves” from the episode:

1. Lower the bar – Give yourself permission to not do everything perfectly. Focus on what you have the bandwidth for and let go of unnecessary expectations.
2. The 15-second reset – When stress hits, pause for 15 seconds (or even just five), take a deep breath, and reset before responding.
3. Say one brave “No” – Protect your energy by saying no to at least one thing that drains you this week.
4. Borrow your calm – Your kids mirror your vibe. Take a grounding breath, step outside, or pause before responding to help set a calm tone for your family.
5. Anchor in the joy – Schedule one non-negotiable joyful activity for yourself this month and protect it like an important meeting.

The Tapping Resources:

TAPPING ON OVERWHELM RELIEF

TAP TO RELEASE ANXIETY

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