The Happy, Healthy, Mindful Podcast

Remember when I took that hiatus? Well, I'm taking another one. This one is going to be a little different and I'm sharing why.

We all have stress, right? How we handle that stress is what matters. Today, I'm giving you a few strategies to help you process that stress.

Do you have a space you want to make more calm and inviting? Then I've got a few tips for you to help you get started.

Throwing away things can be tough, I know. I found a list of 100 things to throw away and I'm sharing five with you that I think are game changers.

I've received a TON of questions lately on how I got started with side hustles. Today, I'm sharing my journey toward becoming a virtual assistant and giving you the reminder that you don't have to be an expert to get started on yours.

Need to organize but don't know where to start? I've got you! On this episode, I'm sharing the 3 activities I do to keep my home, office and life organized.

Woah... How did 2023 get here so quick? I looked back at 2022 and realized I didn't accomplish ONE goal I set out to do last year. But, after doing some research, I realized I actually did a lot. Here's a recap of 2022 and where we're headed in 2023.

Ever pressed pause on your life? If not, you should. Here's why.

If you are watching See on AppleTV, or have it on your list of things to watch, KNOW THAT THERE ARE SPOILERS IN THIS EPISODE! I just finished the series and it made a light bulb go off in my head, a big one. It helped me realize that I need to not take certain things for granted. Today, I'm sharing that message with you.

Mel Robbins says "No one is coming" all the time. At first, I didn't believe her. Then I started to do some research and I found out, she's right.

How do you define home? On today's episode, I'm talking about that concept of home and leaving you with a challenge to figure out your definition. 

Ready for the geeky rollercoaster that is me?! Today we're talking about one of my FAVORITE topics - systems! They can benefit your life in so many ways and even if you're against structure and change, I challenge you to consider using them.

Systems talked about in the show:

Have you ever taken the Myer's Briggs? I have multiple times but this time around was very different. It taught me even more about what I already knew and gave me additional insight I can use to understand myself and how I can help the world. I think you should take it too!

Ever play the game "2 Truths, 1 Lie"? I used to play it all the time and loved playing it then. But as I've gotten older, I've realized how sinister this game really is. 

Ever used the phrase "If it's free, it's for me!"? Yup, me too! As I've grown and become a business owner, my thoughts on that phrase have changed. I'm sharing those with you today and hope they help you change your perspective too.

Over the past 5 years I've learned a lot as an admin. I'm sharing with you 5 things I've learned since I took this job and giving my fellow admins a bit of advice too.

When this episode goes live, it'll be the end of 2022 and it's the perfect time to start planning for next year. But I want you to think about doing it a little differently...

I bet you've never used post-it notes like this before! Ok, well, maybe you have but most of you probably haven't. On today's episode, I'm talking about an experiment I started months ago and the end result has been AWESOME!

I'M BACK, FRIENDS! I took a hiatus over the past year and man, it was needed. On this episode, I'm telling you why I took one, what I did during my time off and telling you what's to come.

P.S. I swear a few times in this episode so make sure the kiddos have those earmuffs on.

Summer is approaching. Is your stress increasing too? On this episode I'll share with you some of what I'm going through, why some of those jitters come on and how to handle them. 

I want to give you a little more incite into the title of this podcast, why it's motto and try to help you figure out your own motto. 

Have an electronic filing system? I hope so! But if not, you're in luck because this episode is going to help you start it off on the right foot. 

It's National Introverts Week! All introverts are celebrating because it's our chance to educate the world.  On this week's episode, I'm sharing a few key insights about introverts to help you understand who we really are.

Ever been in a rut? I know I have. It's not fun. But it's also not forever. Today I'm giving you 5 tips to help you get out of your rut and move on with your life.

Have you ever read a book that saved you? I have! Whether you like fiction, non-fiction, romance or even true crime, there are books out there that can change your mindset and how you choose to live life. On this episode, I'm talking about 5 that did that for me. 

Finding gratitude isn't hard, but the key is, we have to look for it. With our eyes and ears open, we are bound to find things we're grateful for. Yes, even when we feel sad and depressed. On this episode, I share more about gratitude and how you can find it.

The honest answer is, I don't know. Only you can decide if hiring someone to help you in life or with your business is right for you. On today's episode, I'm going to try and help you make that decision by going through what an assistant actually is, how they can help and ways to determine if it's the right time to hire one.

I've never been big into manifesting but something changed for me last month. Friends, IT IS REAL! I'm sharing a few stories in hopes that you'll see how it can be a great tool for you too!

The holidays are fun, but they can also be really stressful. And when they're over, sometimes we feel a little lost. On this episode, I'm giving you three ways to get back to your normal and feel like yourself again.

It's the start of a new year and that means it's time for setting new resolutions. I love this time of year because we get to start with a clean slate and decide what we want to accomplish throughout the year. The trick is, sticking with those resolutions. It's hard, I know, but there IS a way to set them and not forget about them.

As we wrap up 2021, I want to remind you of a few areas to put some focus into next year. 

If experts of morning routines tell you to get up super early and hit the ground running, why is it so dang hard to do that?! I think we fight the idea because we have other things that end up on our plates every single day. On this episode, I'm sharing my advice for creating a routine that works for YOU! 

If you don't believe Seasonal Affective Disorder is real, I can promise you it is. I experience symptoms of SAD every year and many others in the world do too. This episode is an effort to provide some education and help those that don't believe understand the disorder.

Looking for a gift this season and can't figure out what to get for [fill in the blank]? I've got you! I put together a list of ideas for the people that you just might be buying for this season.

My honest answer. . .it depends. But in this episode, I'll try to give you some advice that will help you answer that question for yourself.

Struggling with gift shopping? This season, I challenge you to use the Rule of Four. It will help you cut down on the money you spend, how many gifts you buy and how much stress and anxiety you allow into your life.

The holidays are fast approaching and that means, stressful times are ahead. Is it like that every year for you? It has been for me and this year I told myself there had to be a better way. Here are 5 tips to help you manage the stress and enjoy this season like never before.

This episode was so fun! I asked you all what you wanted to know about me, my life, how I manage it all and you delivered! On today's episode, we get to play 20 Questions and I have to answer every one of them. Enjoy! 

Personal development has been everything to me in the past 10 years and has helped me become the person I am today. But what actually is personal development? On this episode, you'll find that out, plus ways you can practice and I'll share my favorite exercise when it comes to reaching your goals and practicing personal growth.

October 4th, 2021. It's a date that may stand out to you, but if not...great! That day is the day that Facebook and Instagram went down for HOURS!!! While that may not seem like a big deal, it was a HUGE deal for many of us living on planet Earth. On this episode, I'm talking about what happened, sharing my thoughts and giving you a challenge to help you realize that social media shouldn't be running our lives.

Something happened to me recently that made me have an a-ha moment about life and death. On today's episode, I share some of the thoughts I have about each, get a little emotional (of course) and leave you with a really good reminder.

Conferences can be great ways to learn something new, connect with like-minded people and have a little fun on your journey. If you've ever thought about attending one, but haven't actually done it, hopefully this episode will convince you to finally get the ticket. Make sure to send me a note about a conference you attended recently. 

Have you ever wanted to know what it's like living on the road in an RV? My friends, Ricky and Jamie, dropped by for a visit and we haven't seen them in a very (VERY) long time. This impromptu interview is a conversation we had about their life, the ups and downs of living in an RV, how it is living with a 4 year old and a puppy in a very small space and what to think about if you're thinking of joining the movement.

Ever thought of making a change but stopped? Why?? Maybe you're scared or nervous or maybe it's not the right time. That, my friends, is called managing the pivot. On this episode, we talk about what a pivot is, how it makes us and others feel and what you should do if you're going through a pivot right now.

Is trying to be a perfectionist hurting your life? Then you need to listen to this episode! I share more details about perfectionism, what it's like to be an Enneagram 1 and give you a few reminders to help you on your journey.

Here's the follow up episode to the last one and I'm giving you a bit of tough love on this one. On this episode, I'm recapping some of the things I talked about on Episode 34, giving you the tips that worked for us when we started the process of getting out of debt and reminding you, that you CAN do this! 

Disorganization doesn't just apply to the physical items around you. You can be disorganized financially too! We were and literally had no idea where our money was going. On this episode, I'm sharing a bit of my financial history and the things we did to get us straightened out.

The conversation about mental health is coming to the forefront of our world more and more. Because of that, I wanted to talk about a few myths that are out there that we need to dispel. 

Have you ever gotten stressed and wished you had something you could grab that was natural and good for you that could help? Well, this episode is your answer. Today I'm going to share with you six essential oils (and maybe a bonus) that can help with stress and a ton of other things in your life. 

Friends, this podcast is all about sleep. Mainly because I'm lacking it and I fell out of my routine, but also because I think YOU need to hear this! Getting good sleep should be a priority so I'll share with you how much you should get, what can affect a good night's sleep, how to set the scene for a restful sleep and what to do to create a night time routine.

Writing a book is hard, but it’s something I have always wanted to do. In this episode, I’m giving you a sneak peek into what the book will be about and what I didn’t realize I’d encounter while writing it. 

Sometimes we go through uncontrollable seasons of change, but those seasons can be temporary. 

Toxic relationships are the bane of our existence and can be thrown away like the trash. On this episode, I'll give you 5 examples of toxic people, how to identify them and how to remove them from your life. If you've had a toxic relationship in your life, I want to hear about it! Send me a note using the link below.

How often do you use your phone? If you're like the average person, it's probably a lot. But that can change...if you want it to. On this episode, I'm going to take you through what the average person does and how you can clean up your phone and be more present in your life.

Do you eat when you're stressed? I have, and still do from time to time. On this episode, I'm talking about eating when we're stressed and what to do about it.

Do you drop everything the minute you walk in the door? I know I do sometimes. On this episode, I'll be talking about the hot spots for clutter and how you can avoid "The Drop".

No one likes to do Spring Cleaning, right? I mean, it can be hard and cost you some money. So why not clean a bit more regularly to avoid having to do it ALL come springtime? On today's episode, I'll share with you a bit about my cleaning schedule and give you some of the tools that help me avoid all the pressure of the springtime deep clean.

Friends, milestone birthdays can be SUPER hard. This one for me was a freaking struggle. In this episode, I share with you the spiral I went down and how I got out of it. 

Get overwhelmed when you think about your inbox? I was there too. I learned how to run my Inbox instead of having it run me. I'm sharing a few tips to help you get past that feeling of stress and start to love your email again. 

FRIENDS...I've turned 40! Like, holy cow! This past Sunday I turned the big 4-0 and the days and weeks leading up to it have made me do a lot of thinking. I've realized where I've come from, the challenges and struggles I've faced, what I've learned and what I still need to learn. I share all that, and a challenge on this episode. Enjoy!

Do you use swear words? I know I do! I've been hearing them a lot more and I've been starting to wonder why. While I'm not sure, it sent me down the rabbit hole of cuss words and how they got their start. Here are 4 words that I've used, their history and how they make us feel.

Do you have a hustle harder mentality or is slow and steady more your speed? Either way, there is no right or wrong. Baby steps can help you go slow and steady and still have time to fit everything in - your work, your side hustle and your life. 

I've seen a lot of this lately in life and on social media and it's not sitting right with me. I'm talking about judgement. We all do it, even me. But I'm seeing it more and more on social media and it's making me question so much. In this episode, I'm talking about judgement, how it feels, giving you a few examples and finishing up by giving you a few resources. Friends, remember to always be kind.

This topic was requested by SO MANY PEOPLE! And I can understand why. The concept of work/life balance can be hard to understand, especially when Americans seem to be so focused on work. Many CEOs, entrepreneurs and people in business do not believe that work/life balance exists...but I do. In this episode I talk about what work life balance is, how to evaluate your life and add more life into your life.  

Need to simplify things around you a bit?  You're in luck!  I have 3 tips for you to help you simplify you life and get a little more time back in your day.

I used to meal prep but I found it was taking way too long.  Over the past 6 months, I started menu prepping and it has been amazing!  On this episode, I share my struggles with meal prepping and my joys with menu prepping and give you reasons to think about making the switch.

Self-care isn't just about pampering, people!  It's about taking care of YOU!  On this episode, I'm going to give you three ways that you can start taking care of yourself today.  These are straight from my workshop and are my favorites!  

Dealing with change is hard, right?  Well, what if it didn't have to be?  There are negative and positive changes in life and in this episode, we talk about how to deal with them.

How often do you say no?  How often do you decline invites or requests to do something?  If you're anything like I was, probably not as often as you should.  In this episode, I'll give you some tips to help you start to say no. . .often and effectively.

Do you make a To Do List?  If not, you might want to after listening to this episode.

We never feel like we have enough time, right?  Well, what if I told you that you could find extra time in your day. . .would you believe me?  On this episode I give you an exercise that will help you find more time in your day and learn how to plan for what's ahead.

Valentine's Day Stress. . .do you feel it?  If so, this quickie bonus episode is for you.  I give you just a few tips (and a super fast history lesson) to help you get through it, no matter what season of life you're in.

Today's episode is all about clutter.  It can stress us out, overwhelm us and make us disconnect with life.  Stop letting clutter stop YOU!  Here are my 3 rules to dealing with clutter.

Here is Part 2 of this podcast.  In this second podcast (of the series), I dive into how to start the process of organizing.  Here are the five (5) steps I want you to take when you start to organize the THINGS in your life.  I've learned from some of the best and gone through these myself so I know they work!  And if they work for me, they can work for you. 

This is going to be a 2-part podcast because there's a lot to talk about.  In this first podcast, I dive into what disorganization is, what it looks and feels like and how it can be different for different people.  Part 2 is all about the how. 

We all have stressors that trigger us in one way or another.  How you handle those triggers is the key.  In this episode we talk about the different types of triggers you could have, how to handle them and then finish up with a few of my tried and true stress management techniques.

"New Year, new me!"  We hear this phrase every single year, but is it really a new you?  On this episode, I talk about how hard 2020 was, how changing your mindset can radically change your life and help you learn how to make a fresh start.

Make sure to click the link below and let me know what ONE thing you'll be changing in 2021.

Stress is everywhere.  We all experience it!  But in order for you to be able to identify your causes and triggers, you need to know what stress really is.  On this episode, I share some basic information about stress - signs, causes, impacts and possible treatments.  

What type of stress do you have?  There's acute, chronic and something I just learned about - eustress.  And what about anxiety?  Well, there IS a difference between chronic stress and anxiety.  

Welcome to Happy, Healthy, Mindful!  I'm SO EXCITED that you're here!  In this very first episode, I thought it would make sense to tell you about me, my journey in life, why I started coaching and why I started this podcast.  If you don't know anything about me, this is the perfect place to start!