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Today, we’re tackling a topic that I know is on so many of our minds, especially as summer approaches: our kids screen time and the pervasive challenge of social media. It’s a conversation that can feel overwhelming, fraught with guilt, and honestly, sometimes a little terrifying. But it’s also one we must have.

I recently had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Nikki Petrossi, the founder of "Scrolling 2 Death," a podcast and now a non-profit dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of technology on our children. If you've ever worried about the hours your kids spend online, the content they're consuming, or the very real risks associated with it all, then this conversation is for you. We're diving into the sobering statistics, practical strategies, and the crucial role we as parents play in navigating this digital landscape.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Shocking Stats & Online Dangers: Scrolling to Death founder Nikki Petrossi on screen time's real impact on kids.
• Summer Tech Survival: Smart strategies for screen limits, parental controls, & getting kids offline.
• Parents, It's Our Turn: Modeling healthy tech habits & why our screen use matters for our kids.

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Ep 107: Balancing Screen Time For Our Kids

Ep 108: Balancing Screen Time As A Mom 

Ep 96: Navigating Phones and Social Media With Our Kids

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You’ve probably heard a lot of “rules” about how to run your business... but what if some of those rules are actually holding you back? In this episode, I’m sharing 5 common business “rules” I’ve learned to break—rules that weren’t serving me and might not be serving you either. From letting go of hustle culture to focusing on the platforms that actually bring results, I’ll walk you through the shifts that helped me find more alignment, peace, and success. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in shoulds, this episode is your permission slip to do things differently.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• The 5 common business “rules” I’ve learned to break—and why
• Why hustling 24/7 isn’t the only path to success
• How I shifted from feeling scattered to aligned by focusing on what’s actually working
• The platforms I doubled down on (and the ones I stopped stressing about)
• A reminder that your business gets to work for you, not the other way around

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• Grab my 10 Favorite Time-Management Hacks and take control back!
• Liked what you heard? Leave a 5 Star Review! Get your Free Gift for leaving a review here 

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Ep 127: How To Stay Balanced

Ep 75: Bye Burnout: 3 Experts Show You How

Ep 42: Avoiding Mommy Burnout

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Feeling Too Busy to Breathe? This Episode is for You.
If you’re in a nonstop season where slowing down isn’t an option, this episode will show you how to protect your energy and refuel while still in motion. I'm sharing five simple, science-backed ways to stay grounded, feel more like yourself, and move through the chaos with intention—not burnout. You don’t need a five-day retreat—you need five minutes of purpose. Let’s go.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Why being “too busy to rest” should only be a short-term sprint—not a lifestyle
• How to reset your nervous system in just 30 intentional seconds
• Five simple ways to protect your energy and feel grounded—even in your busiest seasons

AFTER YOU LISTEN: 

• Grab my 10 Favorite Time-Management Hacks and take control back!
• Liked what you heard? Leave a 5 Star Review! Get your Free Gift for leaving a review here 

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Ep 127: How To Stay Balanced

Ep 75: Bye Burnout: 3 Experts Show You How

Ep 42: Avoiding Mommy Burnout

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Welcome back to Balancing Busy! In Part 2 of my conversation with the insightful Kate Merrick, we’re moving from the profound why of pulling back (shared in Part 1 – don’t miss it!) to the practical how of cultivating lasting presence in our beautifully messy lives.

If you’re tired of feeling like a "human doing" constantly rushing to the next thing, Kate shares tangible strategies and mindset shifts to help you become a "human being" – more engaged, more intentional, and more at peace, even amidst the chaos. We talk about everything from digital boundaries to the power of Sabbath rest, and the wisdom that comes with simply paying attention.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The permission slip you need to give yourself: Why slowing down is not a luxury, but a necessity.
• Reclaiming the gift of Sabbath: What it really means and how it can be a "chiropractic adjustment for your soul."
• Actionable steps to minimize digital distractions and why Kate says "NO" to most notifications.
• Identifying your personal "presence pullers" – the tangible and intangible things that steal your focus.
• The surprising power of getting "mad" at distraction.
• How to schedule margin without the guilt (and why it took Kate 24 years of motherhood to get there!).
• Wisdom from experience: Learning from mistakes and why we never needed to worry so much.
• Kate’s powerful reminder that our days are numbered and how to live a beautiful, meaningful life without doing all the things.

AFTER YOU LISTEN: 

• 🌿 Get your free Stacking Balance Series → boost.balancingbusy.com
• Ready to go from overwhelmed to organized? Grab my Balanced Home Blueprint! It’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you create more order, ease, and calm in your home—without the stress. Perfect for busy moms who are ready to ditch the chaos and design a home that actually supports the life they want. Click here to get your copy!
• Grab my 10 Favorite Time-Management Hacks and take control back so you can be more present!
• Liked what you heard? Leave a 5 Star Review! Get your Free Gift for leaving a review here 

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• Ep 164: Why Waiting For Permission Is Holding You Back
• Ep 127: How To Stay Balanced
• Ep 160: A Day in the Life- My AM, PM, and Work Routine

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In this episode of the Balancing Busy Podcast, I’m sitting down with the wise and wonderful Kate Merrick for a conversation that will touch your heart and shift your perspective on what it truly means to be present. Kate shares her incredibly moving journey through unimaginable grief and how it became a profound teacher on the vital importance of giving yourself permission to pull back.

If you’ve ever felt the relentless pressure of "doing all the things" only to realize you’re missing the moments that truly matter, this episode is a must-listen. We get raw and real about the guilt that can accompany slowing down and why stepping back might be the most courageous and necessary thing you can do.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Meet Kate Merrick: Author, speaker, pastor’s wife, and a woman who has navigated deep waters.
• The heart-wrenching story that forced Kate to re-evaluate everything and the "look up" moment that changed her life.
• Why comparison is the thief of presence and how a social media scroll led to a profound epiphany.
• What "pulling back" truly means – it's more than just quitting your job.
• Practical first steps to identify where you might need to pull back, including Kate’s powerful priority-setting tips.
• The real cost of saying "yes" too often and how to start analyzing the trade-offs.

AFTER YOU LISTEN: 

• 🌿 Get your free Stacking Balance Series → boost.balancingbusy.com
• Ready to go from overwhelmed to organized? Grab my Balanced Home Blueprint! It’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you create more order, ease, and calm in your home—without the stress. Perfect for busy moms who are ready to ditch the chaos and design a home that actually supports the life they want. Click here to get your copy!
• Grab my 10 Favorite Time-Management Hacks and take control back so you can be more present!
• Liked what you heard? Leave a 5 Star Review! Get your Free Gift for leaving a review here 

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• Ep 164: Why Waiting For Permission Is Holding You Back
• Ep 127: How To Stay Balanced
• Ep 160: A Day in the Life- My AM, PM, and Work Routine

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In this episode of the Balancing Busy Podcast, I’m handing out the permission slips we all need but so often wait too long to give ourselves. And here’s the part that made me exhale (and maybe cry a little):
I asked some of my favorite women to share what they wish they’d given themselves permission for sooner—and their answers are raw, beautiful, and oh-so-relatable.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

•  Why waiting for someone else to give you permission is holding you back
• The surprising permission slips real women wish they’d written for themselves sooner
• How asking this one question can instantly lighten your mental load
• The truth about rest, ambition, and why “doing enough” was never the real issue

AFTER YOU LISTEN: 

• 🌿 Get your free Stacking Balance Series → boost.balancingbusy.com
• Ready to go from overwhelmed to organized? Grab my Balanced Home Blueprint! It’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you create more order, ease, and calm in your home—without the stress. Perfect for busy moms who are ready to ditch the chaos and design a home that actually supports the life they want. Click here to get your copy!
• Grab my 10 Favorite Time-Management Hacks and take control back so you can be more present!
• Liked what you heard? Leave a 5 Star Review! Get your Free Gift for leaving a review here 

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• Ep 164: Why Waiting For Permission Is Holding You Back
• Ep 127: How To Stay Balanced
• Ep 160: A Day in the Life- My AM, PM, and Work Routine

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Are you waiting until you're “ready”?
Until the timing is perfect?
Until you feel certified, qualified, validated, or brave enough?

If so, this episode of the Balancing Busy Podcast is your loving nudge (okay, maybe a little shove 😉) to stop waiting and start leaping.

Because here’s the truth:
Validation comes after the leap—not before.

In this episode, I’m sharing the real-life, slightly crazy stories of the bold moves I made before I had all the answers (including signing my husband up for college without telling him—yep, true story). Plus, I’ll unpack the five biggest stall tactics I see women using to delay their dreams and how to break free from them.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Why waiting for permission is keeping you stuck
• The truth about confidence (and why it’s always delayed gratification)
•  The top 5 “stall tactics” women use to disguise fear as preparation

AFTER YOU LISTEN: 

• 🌿 Get your free Stacking Balance Series → boost.balancingbusy.com
• Ready to go from overwhelmed to organized? Grab my Balanced Home Blueprint! It’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you create more order, ease, and calm in your home—without the stress. Perfect for busy moms who are ready to ditch the chaos and design a home that actually supports the life they want. Click here to get your copy!
• Grab my 10 Favorite Time-Management Hacks and take control back so you can be more present!
• Liked what you heard? Leave a 5 Star Review! Get your Free Gift for leaving a review here 

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• Why A Morning Routine Is A MUST For Moms
• Ep 127: How To Stay Balanced
• Ep 160: A Day in the Life- My AM, PM, and Work Routine

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Are you stuck in survival mode, just going through the motions? In this episode of Balancing Busy, we’re talking all about stepping into your main character energy—what it actually means, why it doesn’t mean doing more, and how to reclaim your joy, confidence, and clarity as a busy woman and mom.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or simply like you've lost a piece of yourself in the daily grind, this episode will help you reconnect with who you are and how you want to feel. You'll walk away with a fresh mindset and practical ways to create more alignment in your everyday life.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Discover what main character energy really means—and how to embrace it without guilt or ego.
• Learn how one early morning walk sparked a powerful shift in perspective and balance.
• Get three simple, actionable ways to start living with intention and reclaiming your role as the leading lady of your life.

AFTER YOU LISTEN:

• Ready to go from overwhelmed to organized? Grab my Balanced Home Blueprint! It’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you create more order, ease, and calm in your home—without the stress. Perfect for busy moms who are ready to ditch the chaos and design a home that actually supports the life they want. Click here to get your copy!
• Grab my 10 Favorite Time-Management Hacks and take control back so you can be more present!
• Liked what you heard? Leave a 5 Star Review! Get your Free Gift for leaving a review here 

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• Why A Morning Routine Is A MUST For Moms
• Ep 127: How To Stay Balanced
• Ep 160: A Day in the Life- My AM, PM, and Work Routine

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In this powerful two-part conversation, Leah Remillet sits down with body image coach, author, and podcast host Heather Creekmore to uncover the deep, hidden truths behind how we see ourselves—and why it's time to break free from the toxic grip of diet culture. You’ll learn why body image has nothing to do with your body, how to redefine what health really looks like, and the surprising key to finding confidence, connection, and joy.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Why true health isn’t about weight—it’s about how you feel
• How building real community supports emotional and spiritual well-being
• The most important question you should be asking yourself (instead of “How do I look?”)

AFTER YOU LISTEN:

• Ready to go from overwhelmed to organized? Grab my free Balanced Home Blueprint! It’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you create more order, ease, and calm in your home—without the stress. Perfect for busy moms who are ready to ditch the chaos and design a home that actually supports the life they want. Click here to get your copy!
• Grab my 10 Favorite Time-Management Hacks and take control back so you can be more present!
• Liked what you heard? Leave a 5 Star Review! Get your Free Gift for leaving a review here 

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Ep 88: Simplifying Health and Fitness Goals 

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Ep 134: 21 Days to More Focus, Presence, and Productivity

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In this powerful two-part conversation, Leah Remillet sits down with body image coach, author, and podcast host Heather Creekmore to uncover the deep, hidden truths behind how we see ourselves—and why it's time to break free from the toxic grip of diet culture. You’ll learn why body image has nothing to do with your body, how to redefine what health really looks like, and the surprising key to finding confidence, connection, and joy.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Why body image isn’t actually about your body (and the real reason women still struggle—no matter their size)
• The sneaky ways diet culture has shaped our thoughts and stolen our intuition
• How to begin shifting from shame and comparison to compassion and freedom

AFTER YOU LISTEN:

• Ready to go from overwhelmed to organized? Grab my free Balanced Home Blueprint! It’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you create more order, ease, and calm in your home—without the stress. Perfect for busy moms who are ready to ditch the chaos and design a home that actually supports the life they want. Click here to get your copy!
• Grab my 10 Favorite Time-Management Hacks and take control back so you can be more present!
• Liked what you heard? Leave a 5 Star Review! Get your Free Gift for leaving a review here 

RELATED EPISODES AND POSTS YOU’LL LOVE:

Ep 88: Simplifying Health and Fitness Goals 

Ep 127: How To Stay Balanced

Ep 134: 21 Days to More Focus, Presence, and Productivity

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