You know you should put your phone down. You know scrolling makes you feel worse. But what are you supposed to DO instead?
In this episode, Iām giving you five practical alternatives to scrolling that you can try tonight - Ā real solutions for when youāre tired and your brain defaults to doomscrolling.
These arenāt complicated routines or perfect evening rituals. Theyāre simple 15-minute swaps that actually work.
Because hereās the thing: you canāt just STOP scrolling. Your brain needs something else to do. So letās give it better options.
What Youāll Learn:
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Ever tried meditation and felt like you were doing it wrong? Your brain wonāt shut up, sitting still feels impossible, or you get 2 minutes in and reach for your phone?
Iāve been there.
Thatās why knitting is different. In this episode, Iām breaking down the actual neuroscience of why knitting calms your nervous systemāand why it works even when meditation doesnāt.
Youāll learn:
This isnāt just a hobby. Itās a tool. And once you understand the science, youāll never look at knitting the same way.
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RESEARCH CITED:
Riley, J., Corkhill, B., & Morris, C. (2013). The benefits of knitting for personal and social wellbeing in adulthood: Findings from an international survey. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 76(2), 50-57. https://doi.org/10.4276/030802213X13603244419077
Benson, H., & Klipper, M. Z. (2000). The Relaxation Response. Harper Torch. (Research on the relaxation response and its connection to repetitive activities like knitting from Harvard Medical School.)
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I took a 6-month break from the podcastā¦ and today Iām sharing the real reason why. In this comeback episode, Iām walking you through what life looked like behind the scenes, what I learned during that pause, and the new clear focus for Knit Your Stress Away moving forward.
If youāve been overwhelmed, overstimulated, and stuck in that āscrolling at 10pm but feeling worseā cycleā¦ youāre in the right place.
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In This Episode, We Talk About:
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Whatās Different Now
This podcast is officially laser-focused on helping busy moms:
ā calm their nervous system
ā put their phone down without relying on willpower
ā build a knitting habit that actually fits real life
ā create small pockets of peace (even if itās just 20 minutes)
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Whether youāre brand new to knitting or coming back to it after yearsā¦ Iāve got you.
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š Free Guide: Swap Scrolling for Stitching
(Itāll walk you through what to buy, how to start, and how to build the habit even if youāre starting from zero.)
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Come hang out on Instagram:
@theknittingmamas
(I share beginner tips, simple teaching Reels, and real talk about stress + motherhood.)
Welcome to our last Summer Throwback episode of Knit Your Stress Awayā itās been a cozy revisit to some of our most-loved episodes from the archives.
Today weāre going back to a personal favorite where I share what it was like to pick up my knitting needles again after two decades away. Spoiler: it wasnāt as easy as riding a bike. š
If youāre a beginnerāor someone returning to knitting after a long breakāthis oneās for you.
In this episode, Iām sharing the biggest mistakes I made, the lessons I learned the hard way, and all the things I wish someone had told me when I started again.
What Youāll Learn:
āļø Why perfection isnāt the goalāand what to focus on instead
āļø The best beginner-friendly yarn and needle recs
āļø How to decode those confusing abbreviations and pattern lingo
āļø What to do when you make a mistake (because you will, and thatās okay!)
āļø How learning alongside others makes the process way more fun and way less overwhelming
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āØ Whether youāre brand new or simply need a confidence boost, this episode is here to remind you: you can do this, and it doesnāt have to be complicated.
Resources & Links:
š§¶ Grab my free ā3 Things You Need to Start Knittingā cheatsheet ā https://www.theknittingmamas.com
š§¶ Learn step-by-step inside the 90-min Headband Workshopāperfect if you want to knit something calming and simple with full support ā https://www.theknittingmamas.com
š§¶ Explore my go-to tools, favorite yarns, and knitting must-haves ā https://www.theknittingmamas.com
Welcome back to Knit Your Stress Away, where knitting meets relaxation!
In this special installment of our Summer Throwback Series, we revisit the first-ever interview on the podcast with the remarkable Alexi Tavel from Two of Wands.
Join us as Alexi shares her unique journey from studying fashion design to becoming a renowned knitwear designer.
Discover how her creative path has evolved, the inspiration behind her designs, and the intricate art of balancing creativity with business.
Get ready to be inspired by her story and gain insight into the world of knitwear design!
Want support as you start? Hereās everything Iāve got for you at theknittingmamas.com:
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ā Free Cheatsheet: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting
Get the tools list, my beginner glossary, and feel ready to cast on.
š www.theknittingmamas.com
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ā Video Guide: Become a Knitter in 5 Simple Steps
Learn how to start from scratchāwith calm, clear videos that walk you through each step.
š www.theknittingmamas.com
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ā My Knitting Favorites: Needles, yarns & tools I truly love
š Everythingās linked for you at www.theknittingmamas.com
š Letās Connect:
ā Follow along on Instagram: @theknittingmamas_
ā Join the cozy chat in the Knitting Mamas Facebook Community
Want a beautiful, ready-to-go knitting journal? I finally got my hands on the one from Twice Sheared Sheep and itās GORGEOUS. Thoughtfully designed, spiral-bound, and perfect for tracking every cozy project. Take a peek here āhttps://twice-sheared-sheep.myshopify.com/twwcpa (affiliate)
Welcome back to the Knit Your Stress Away Summer Throwback Seriesāyour weekly cozy reset with a round up of our best episodes of the last year and a half. This week, weāre revisiting one of your favorite episodes all about how to actually stay motivated and celebrate your growth as a knitterāwith a simple but powerful tool: your own knitting journal.
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Whether youāre a paper-and-pen type or prefer something digital and fuss-free, this episode is packed with inspiration for tracking your projects, capturing your creative milestones, and building a keepsake of everything your hands have made.
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š§¶ What Youāll Learn in This Episode:
ā¢ Why a knitting journal is a game-changer for busy moms
ā¢ What to track (think: yarn, needles, modifications, emotions!)
ā¢ Ideas for using your journal to celebrate small wins and keep momentum
ā¢ My favorite digital option: the Knit & Note app for organizing on the go
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āØ āSeeing all the projects youāve completed can be such a confidence boosterāespecially when youāre working on something new or challenging.ā
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ā Grab your FREE cheatsheet: ā3 Things You Need to Start Knittingā
ā Download my 3-Day Reset: Make Time to Stitch
ā See all my favorite tools, books, apps & more at www.theknittingmamas.com
ā Check out the Knit & Note App ā the perfect way to log projects from your phone
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Start your first stress-soothing project with the Headband Workshopāa 90-minute guided knit you can finish in a weekend. Youāll find it (and everything else I offer) right at www.theknittingmamas.com.
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š² Letās connect!
ā¢ Instagram: @theknittingmamas_
ā¢ Facebook: The Knitting Mamas Community Group
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š If this episode gave you a little spark of creative joy, share it with a friend or leave a reviewāit means so much!
Welcome to another episode in the Knit Your Stress Away Summer Throwback Seriesādesigned to keep you inspired with the most downloaded episodes during the summer months. If youāre new to knitting (or just overwhelmed by all the tools out there), this one is for you.
Weāre cutting through the clutter and getting back to basics. You donāt need to buy everything to get startedāyou just need a few essentials, and the confidence to cast on.
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š§¶ Inside This Episode:
āļø The 3 must-haves for any beginner
āļø Whatās nice to have (but totally skippable at the start)
āļø Common things you can ignore for now (hello, simplicity)
āļø Why keeping it minimal actually helps you finish your first project
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āØ āYou donāt need a giant kit or every needle sizeājust the right tools for your first project.ā
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š§° Want support as you start? Hereās everything Iāve got for you at theknittingmamas.com:
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ā Free Cheatsheet: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting
Get the tools list, my beginner glossary, and feel ready to cast on.
š www.theknittingmamas.com
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ā Video Guide: Become a Knitter in 5 Simple Steps
Learn how to start from scratchāwith calm, clear videos that walk you through each step.
š www.theknittingmamas.com
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ā My Knitting Favorites: Needles, yarns, books & tools I truly love
š Everythingās linked for you at www.theknittingmamas.com
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š Letās Connect:
ā Follow along on Instagram: @theknittingmamas_
ā Join the cozy chat in the Knitting Mamas Facebook Community
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šø Found this episode helpful? Screenshot it and share to your storiesāIād love to see your current WIP and cheer you on!
š¬ And donāt forget to subscribe + leave a quick review to help more knitters find us!
Grab your beginners guide to knitting:
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Summer Throwback Series
In this episode of Knit Your Stress Away, we explore the incredible mental benefits of knitting and how it can help busy moms reduce stress and anxiety. From providing mindful focus to boosting your mood and creating a calming routine, knitting is more than just a creative outlet - itās a tool for self-care and mental well-being. Whether youāre a total beginner or someone looking to prioritize peace in your life, this episode will inspire you to pick up your needles.
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Want to start knitting? Download the free cheatsheet: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting ā>> www.theknittingmamas.com
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š§¶ Knit Your Stress Away š§¶
The podcast for moms who want to knit instead of scroll.
Tired of ending every night on your phone? I teach overwhelmed moms how to use knitting to calm your nervous system, set phone boundaries, and reclaim 20 minutes of peace.
Iām Nadineāa mom who traded doomscrolling for knitting and never looked back.
Whether youāre a complete beginner or getting back into knitting after years away, this show will help you trade screen time for something that actually makes you feel better.
What youāll learn:
New episodes every Wednesday.
Short, practical, and always focused on one question: How does this help you knit instead of scroll?
Put down your phone, grab some yarn, and letās knit the stress awayāone stitch at a time.
Knit Your Stress Away is for overwhelmed moms who want calm, screen-free evenings ā whether youāve never picked up knitting needles or youāre returning after years away.
Each short weekly episode teaches how knitting helps regulate your nervous system, replace doomscrolling, and create a simple nightly ritual that helps you feel like yourself again.
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