Ever reach the end of summer feeling like you spent every ounce of energy making magic for everyone else—only to realize you’re running on empty?

Let’s be honest—between the never-ending snacks, extra meals, and all the summer activities, it’s easy to get lost in “doing” for everyone else and feel completely depleted by mid-June.

If you’re craving a summer that feels memorable for your kids, but also joyful (and sane!) for YOU, this episode is your permission slip to make self care an essential—not a luxury.

In this final episode of the Joy-Filled Summer series, discover how to make real, Christ-centered self-care a priority during the hustle and heat of summer. Not the bubble bath, beach-walk-at-sunset kind of self-care (although—yes please!), but the kind that reminds you: you are just as worthy of nourishment, rest, and grace as your family.

Here’s what this episode unpacks:

🍽️ Consistent Fueling — Eating enough, regularly. Not skipping meals until you’re hangry, but caring for your body with intention—even when you’re the one making everyone else’s snacks. 🕺 Joyful Movement — Ditching the all-or-nothing mindset. A walk, a stretch, a dance party—movement that energizes rather than drains. 🍦 Boredom Eating with Grace — Getting curious (not critical) about those snack cravings, and learning to meet emotional needs with compassion. ❤️ Emotional Self-Care — Checking in with your own needs, not just the to-do list. Giving yourself permission to pause. 🙏 Spiritual Nourishment — Anchoring the day with prayer, worship, or scripture—even in small, sacred moments—because your soul needs care too.

And here’s the reminder that hits home: even Jesus stepped away to rest, refuel, and pray. Not for luxury—but to fulfill His calling. If He needed soul care in His human body, so do you.

🎁 Download the FREE Summer Self-Care Planning Sheet (plus the Summer Planning Pyramid!) to help you put it all into practice: 👉 www.summer.karatrochta.com

You are the steady wheel that keeps summer rolling—and when you're well-nourished, your whole family benefits.

 

Next Steps:

📥 Grab your FREE Summer Planning Printables → www.summer.karatrochta.com 🎧 Listen to the full Joy-Filled Summer Series:

• Ep. 61: What’s Your Summer Vibe? – Creating A Vision for a Joy-Filled Summer
• Ep. 62 The Summer Planning Pyramid: The Tool You Need to Build a Joy-filled Summer From the Ground Up
• Ep. 63: Summer Self-Care 📲 Share this episode with a friend who needs a reminder that she matters too 💛 Join the community + explore more resources: community.karatrochta.com 📸 Follow on Instagram: @karatrochta