Confessions of a Rare Disease Mama

BONUS EP: What to do when the world feels like too much


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Ever feel like the world is just... too much? Whether it's the endless news cycle, the weight of caregiving, or just the everyday overwhelm, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m opening up about what happens to our nervous system when we’re overloaded—and sharing simple, accessible grounding techniques that can help bring us back to center.

I’ll walk you through practical ways to regulate your body when it’s in survival or burnout mode, including:

  • Getting outside and standing barefoot in the grass
  • Using breathwork to calm your system in real time
  • The power of cold water exposure (yes, even a quick splash!)
  • Why small sensory shifts can create big emotional relief

This isn’t about pretending everything’s okay. It’s about learning how to stay rooted even when it’s not.

Whether you’re a medical mama, a rare disease parent, or just a human trying to stay grounded in an unsteady world—this one’s for you.

Take a deep breath. You’ve got this, mama.

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