Practicing mindfulness is one tried and true way you can have time with your kids and become more grounded and focused. There are so many mindfulness practices with incredible benefits appropriate to any age.

In this episode of Deconstructing Wellness, I take you through 3 simple mindful practices you can explore with your kids. Listen in to learn their benefits and their beauty that cost nothing.

“The more we practice deep breathing with our kids in moments of calm, the more it helps them in moments of chaos.” [1:53]

Key Takeaways:

· How mindfulness practices reduce negative emotions in kids and enhance positive feelings.

· The importance of creating time to connect with everyone daily.

Episode timeline:

· [1:27] How to teach kids to practice deep breathing.

· [2:01] Learning to establish gratitude practices that can unite everyone.

· [2:34] Forming a time in the day for everyone to disconnecting from technology.

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Using repurposing to add in as much time for mindfulness practices as possible is what I aim for and I believe you should too. It’s not always going to be perfect but it should always be your goal.

Ending my day with mindfulness is always such a win in my book. That is why in this episode of Deconstructing Wellness, I share my top 3 ways to repurpose time in my evening routine.

“When it comes to littles and mindfulness, I want to remind you of the importance of patience and being open-minded.” [3:05]

Key Takeaways:

· The importance of including mindful practices before bed.

· Learning to be grateful and creative with ideas during dinner time.

Episode timeline:

· [1:59] Mindfulness techniques to incorporate before bedtime.

· [3:27] The benefits of having gratitude as the standing topic at dinner time.

· [4:30] How to get creative and have fun on a date night in.

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I’m sure you want time to avoid the witching hour, right? This series of repurposing your time is my real-life experience and my honest way of healthy living.

In this episode of Deconstructing Wellness, my focus will be on the top 3 ways to repurposing time in your afternoon and show you if I can do it, so can you.

“Embrace the time you have, be playful, l and move your body like a kid.” [3:11]

Key Takeaways:

· Teaching your kids healthy eating habits by involving them in the kitchen.

· Ways you can repurpose your time with your kids outside home.

Episode timeline:

· [1:46] How to involve your kids for dinner prep.

· [2:21] How to use park time as workout time and playtime with your kids.

· [3:24] Spending time with our kids as they help with grocery shopping.

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Repurposing time is not to be confused with multitasking. It is not running around trying to do five things all at once but rather taking those commitments that you have and infusing them with more joy and fulfillment.

Some of these strategies that I share are not only based on research, but on my experiences which I will be sharing to show you how I repurpose my own time. In this episode, I cover 3 areas you need to focus to repurpose your time in the morning.

“A great way to repurpose time is to use the time you’d take for a mental break.” [3:30]

Key Takeaways:

· Learning how to repurpose your time from real-life experiences.

· The benefits of incorporating mindfulness into your tasks and make them more joyful.

Episode timeline:

· [1:50] How to incorporate mindfulness while commuting.

· [3:12] Swapping your coffee break for a short mindfulness moment.

· [4:21] How to infuse joy in your have to do’s.

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What's your most limited resource? Well, mine is time! It is so limited yet the most precious resource that we have.

In today’s episode of Deconstructing Wellness, I dive into an untapped secret of repurposing time. This will make you feel as though you’re able to generate more time each day. Listen in to understand the concept as I break it down in a simple and actionable way to start putting these practices to work in your daily life.

“If you want to do something well it deserves your full attention, brainpower, and heart.” [2:00]

Key Takeaways:

· Why time is the most precious resource that we have.

· Learning to give every task your full attention with joy and fulfillment.

Episode timeline:

· [1:23] The power of single-tasking over multitasking.

· [2:27] Learning to infuse joy and satisfaction in your tasks.

· [2:59] The four simple steps that are key to repurposing your time.

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Even though boundaries are a key component of our lives, we tend to view them in a negative light. But we can change that, right? We can choose to think of boundaries as a foundation of our health and happiness.

In this episode of Deconstructing Wellness, I share 3 areas that boundaries support your wellness. Listen in to learn how you can start thinking of boundaries as a positive and empowering tool.

“Respect yourself enough to put the boundaries in place that set you up for success and know that others will pay you more respect for doing so.” [2:10]

Key Takeaways:

· How boundaries will help you set yourself up for success and empowerment.

· Using boundaries to protect your most cherished resources like time.

Episode timeline:

· [1:30] Learn how to respect yourself enough to set boundaries.

· [2:20] Mastering the skill of protecting your time and resources.

· [4:10] How boundaries help you prioritize yourself and your needs.

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Did you know you cannot simply do it all without first focusing on your needs? The truth is that you need to learn to prioritize your needs, goals, and desires which will in turn have a trickledown effect in all areas of your life.

In this episode of Deconstructing Wellness, we take a deeper dive into the idea of reframing selfish, and exploring the ways that you can put this idea into action in real life. Listen in to learn how to reframe selfish in your life.

“It’s fascinating and shocking to me that we can speak one way to everyone outside and be completely different to ourselves.” [2:36]

Key Takeaways:

· Learning how to speak to yourself positively and without judgment.

· The power of unapologetically prioritizing yourself.

Episode timeline:

· [1:38] Shifting how you speak to yourself.

· [3:11] Learning to be unapologetic with your needs.

· [4:13] Giving yourself time by starting small.

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You have to agree that there are endless ways to enhance your own beauty that comes from the modern society we live in, right? What if we get curious and shift the focus inward and look for ways to explore and discover the beauty that lies within ourselves?

I whole-heartedly believe in turning inwardly to find the answers you’re looking for. That’s why in today’s episode of Deconstructing Wellness, I share with you my top 5 tips to discover beauty from the inside out.

“Work to cultivate presence in your life and it’ll pay you back beyond your expectations.” [3:44]

Key Takeaways:

· How to shift your focus from outwardly to inwardly.

· Learning the importance of granting yourself the grace and time to tune inward.

Episode timeline:

· [1:18] How being in alignment with your soul’s desire will make you glow.

· [1:52] How to give priority to things that bring joy into your life.

· [2:38] How to relearn the skill of being present.

· [3:51] The benefits of practicing gratitude.

· [4:33] The small ways to grow your confidence.

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How dare you prioritize yourself? Where can you possibly find the time to prioritize yourself as a high achieving mama? Let me tell you a secret, that kind of thinking is unhealthy, you can’t do it all without focusing on your needs first.

In this episode of Deconstructing Wellness, I dive into the benefits of taking a break to focus on yourself. Listen in to learn some things you can do to afford some extra time and see start seeing changes.

“If your cup is full or even halfway full, you have something to give, share, and contribute to others.”

Key Takeaways:

Accept and be empowered by the fact that your needs as mama matter just like everyone else’s

Understanding the benefits of asking for help to take time off and rejuvenate

The magic of executing tiny achievable goals in your home

Episode timeline:

[1:00] Learn to prioritize your needs and goals

[1:52] Find a way to free yourself from the idea that everyone’s needs matter more than yours.

[3:30] How to focus on filling your cup before sharing with everyone else

[3:54] The importance of asking for help and take time for ‘me time’

[4:50] Make tiny changes and witness their immense benefits.

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