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Have you been struggling with work-life balance, but you are not sure what exactly it looks like?

Katie will help us solve this problem in this episode of the Real Happy Mom Podcast.

You need to establish three things to find what balance looks like for you. Check out this episode to learn what those three things are.

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Being a boy mom is something special. I  know that they need something a little bit different from me as their mom than they do with their dad. I read Monica Swanson's viral blog post, "What a Teenage Boy Needs Most from his Mom."  Then it was clear.

Today, I wanted you to see some of those things if you are a boy mom like me. Monica shares with us five things that our boys need from us.

And if you haven't checked out that blog post already, there are actually 11 things that she shares, but today we're going to focus on just five.

Want to know what they are? Check out the full episode to find out.

ABOUT MONICA
Monica Swanson lives on the North Shore of Oahu (Hawaii) with her husband, Dave, and her four sons (two who attend college in California.) Monica is the author of Boy Mom: What Your Son Needs Most from You and hosts the Monica Swanson Podcast (formerly the Boy Mom Podcast). Her passion is family, faith, and healthy living, and when she isn't feeding her troops or cheering on her boys at surf contests, she loves to crank the A/C, sip coffee, and imagine a fall day in the Pacific Northwest (where she grew up.)

CONNECT WITH MONICA
Blog/Website: https://monicaswanson.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheGrommom
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monicaswanson_/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegrommom
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thegrommom/

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Right now it is hard to juggle all of the demands in life. You have work, the kids, the house, and everything else calling your name to get your attention. It's hard to find time for yourself, but there are ways that you can have the time you need to connect with yourself and your family. My guest will show you how.

In this episode, Elise shares:

• How we can stay connected to ourselves
• How to make space in your day for yourself
• How can we respond versus react
• How to identify things that are triggering in motherhood 

If you are ready to learn how to stay connected to yourself and your kids, check out the full episode.

ABOUT ELISE
Elise is a life and wellness coach, yoga teacher, and former middle school teacher who works with moms and teens. She is fascinated by brain development and the nervous system and believes that understanding these two things can make teen years so much easier for mamas and teens.

Elise offers mama-centered and teen-centered coaching packages. Her mission is to bring enjoyment back into family relationships by helping her clients connect with themselves so that they can stay connected to their loved ones.

CONNECT WITH ELISE
Website: https://www.eliseknox.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Eliseknoxconnectioncoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliseknoxconnectioncoach


RESOURCES FROM ELISE
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Summertime comes wanting to try out some new hobbies, indoors or outdoors.

I'm pretty sure the kids have probably asked you to go ahead and buy a canoe or new rackets to play racquetball or tennis. Or maybe they wanted to do some knitting or build a Lego castle. And while all that sounds like a lot of fun, it comes with a price. And it comes with space. You have to have somewhere to put all the stuff that comes with these hobbies. So what are you going to do?

How are you going to try out some new hobbies but not have the house be a cluttered mess? That's what we're going to talk about in this episode.

ABOUT DEANNA
Deanna Yates is the founder and CEO of Wannabe Clutter Free and the host of the popular podcast, the Wannabe Minimalist Show, where she helps busy families learn how to let go of the stuff holding them back so they can enjoy more time together, stop spending their weekends cleaning the house, and wake up excited for the day ahead. 

Deanna is a mom to an energetic daughter, wife to a startup entrepreneur, and is living her dream life in San Diego, CA. When she's not helping clients realize their dreams, you can find her paddle boarding, searching for the tastiest breakfast burrito, or balancing her love of world travel with her love of snuggling on the couch.

CONNECT WITH DEANNA
Website: https://wannabeclutterfree.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wannabeclutterfree
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wannabeminimalist
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wannabeclutterfree/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/wannabeclutterfree/
Wannabe Minimalist Podcast: https://wannabeclutterfree.com/wannabe-minimalist-show-1

RESOURCES FROM DEANNA
Free 30-Day Avalanche Declutter Challenge - https://wannabeclutterfree.com/avalanche-declutter-challenge
Tidy Home Academy - https://shop.littlegreenbow.com/tidy-home-academy - helping busy moms declutter, organize, and create systems in their homes to get back to the fun stuff in life. 

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One thing that gets me during the summertime is how much the kids are on their devices. I feel like the kids are on their devices SO much more than usual. Do you notice this too?

It's really concerning, mainly when they use apps and communicate with others like Instagram and Facebook.  It's scary to think about what some of the kids may be exposed to.

So how can we keep our kids safe online?

How can we do better about monitoring what they're consuming?

How can we ensure they are not being bullied or not getting into content that may be getting them depressed or causing them other mental health issues?

These are all questions that I know you have and have the answers to, thanks to my guest, Cathy.  If you're like me and you want to keep your child safe online this summer, this episode is for you.

ABOUT CATHY
Known as TikTok’s Mom Friend, media personality and safety content creator Cathy Pedrayes makes safety and cybersecurity accessible through her social media accounts and television appearances. Dressed in her now-signature blue dress and family pearls, she has millions of followers on Tik Tok and hundreds of thousands on Instagram. Her safety tips have landed her features on Good Morning America, Buzzfeed, Today Parents, and more.

CONNECT WITH CATHY
Website: https://www.momfriendguide.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CathyPedrayesTV
Instagram: http://instagram.com/cathypedrayes
Twitter: https://twitter.com/CathyPedrayes
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/cathypedrayes

RESOURCES FROM CATHY
Get Cathy's new book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Mom-Friend-Guide-to-Everyday-Safety-and-Security/Cathy-Pedrayes/9781982185671

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Wouldn't it be nice to plan a vacation?  But who has time to search for hotels and flights? Plus, gas prices are through the roof these days.

Looking to plan a vacation, but you don't have much time and don't want to spend a lot of money?

This episode is for you.  In this episode, you'll learn the things to keep in mind when planning your next vacation or staycation with the kids. My guest shares things to consider so that you don't break the bank. And have some fun and maybe even some downtime.  The best part is you can plan something memorable with your kids before the back-to-school season kicks off.

ABOUT SASHA
For moms who feel stuck and stagnant in life, Sasha Nicole teaches how to feel more confident and courageous through various courses, motivational videos, coaching, and keynote speeches. As a mental health advocate in the wellness industry for over ten years who not only survived severe postpartum depression and thrived with a mental health condition, it is her mission to assist others in living a healed and whole life while honing in on what truly makes you happy.  

CONNECT WITH SASHA
Website: www.fearlessnfluence.com
Facebook Page: https://m.facebook.com/fearlessnfluencer/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fearlessmomsbyfearlessinfluence
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealsashanicole/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/fearlessnfluence/

RESOURCES FROM SASHA
The Healing Toolkit https://fearlessnfluence.com/the-healing-handbook/
Sasha's ebook: https://fearlessnfluence.com/buy-my-ebook/

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Motherhood is an incredible journey filled with boundless love, tender moments, and the joy of watching our children grow. Yet, amidst the beautiful chaos of raising a family, many moms grapple with an unwelcome companion—anxiety. Whether it's the constant worry about our children's well-being, the pressures of juggling multiple responsibilities, or the ever-present self-doubt, anxiety can cast a shadow on what should be a joyful experience.

But fear not, dear moms, for this episode is dedicated to empowering you with practical strategies and a wealth of knowledge to help you overcome anxiety and reclaim your peace of mind.

In this episode, guest Lauren Cook shares:

• Increase in generational anxiety
• How comparison plays a role in anxiety
• Challenges that moms are presented with that can trigger anxiety
• How you can get the support you need if you are struggling with anxiety
• Warning signs and red flags 

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Registration is officially OPEN for the Purpose Driven Mom Summit!

This summit was created to help you nail your routines and create a summer schedule that works for you as a busy working mom!

We’ve got 26 incredible speakers with topics ranging from How to Create a Space to Work to How to Confidently Talk About Your Business in a Way That Converts to Growing Your Business & Your Marriage and more,

The summit has already started, but you can still join these action-packed days.

REGISTER HERE: https://www.realhappymom.com/summit2023

ABOUT LAUREN
Dr. Lauren Cook is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, company consultant, author, and speaker. She integrates evidence-based tools from a systems lens and she speaks internationally, both in-person and virtually. Dr. Lauren owns a private practice, Heartship Psychological Services, serving all clients residing in California. You can connect with Dr. Lauren through Tik Tok, Instagram, her Brain Health Book Club, and through her podcast, The Boardroom Brain. Stay tuned for Dr. Lauren’s latest book, GENERATION ANXIETY—set to hit the shelves in Fall 2023.

CONNECT WITH LAUREN
Website: http://www.drlaurencook.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.laurencook/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.laurencook
Freebie: https://www.drlaurencook.com/generation-anxiety

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Tired of hearing, "You need to stop stressing?" This quick episode is about why I think being stress-free is NOT the goal. 

Plus way to reduce the stress in your life so that you are not chronically feeling stressed. I mentioned six ways to reduce your stress right now. 

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Registration is officially OPEN for the Purpose Driven Mom Summit!

This summit was created to help you nail your routines and create a summer schedule that works for you as a busy working mom.

We’ve got 26 incredible speakers with topics ranging from How to Create a Space to Work to How to Confidently Talk About Your Business in a Way That Converts to Growing Your Business & Your Marriage and more!

The summit kicks off on June 19th, and it’s going to be five action-packed days that you won’t want to miss.

Click here to register for this FREE event: https://www.realhappymom.com/summit2023

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Motherhood is a beautiful journey filled with immeasurable love and joy, but let's face it: it can also bring its fair share of self-doubt. From questioning our parenting decisions to comparing ourselves to others, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of ourselves. But today, we're here to remind all the incredible moms out there that they are powerful, capable, and more than enough.

 In this episode, we're going to explore the various aspects of self-doubt that moms commonly face and provide practical strategies to slay that doubt once and for all. Our expert guest, Katherine Wintsch, will provide valuable insights and tools to help moms overcome self-doubt. Together, we'll explore how self-doubt can affect our mental well-being, relationships, and overall happiness, and discover ways to reclaim our confidence and embrace our unique journey as mothers.

It's time to silence the negative voices, banish the imposter syndrome, and rise above the self-doubt that holds us back. Are you ready to reclaim your power, moms? Let's dive in and discover the warriors within us all.

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We’ve got 26 incredible speakers with topics ranging from How to Create a Space to Work to How to Confidently Talk About Your Business in a Way That Converts to Growing Your Business & Your Marriage and more,

The summit kicks off on June 19th and will be 5 action-packed days that you won’t want to miss.

REGISTER HERE: https://www.realhappymom.com/summit2023

ABOUT KATHERINE
Katherine Wintsch is the founder and CEO of The Mom Complex where she helps some of the largest companies in the world such as Walmart, Johnson & Johnson, Pinterest and Chobani develop better products and services for mothers.   She is also author of the popular book Slay Like a Mother – which Parade magazine recently named one of the “top 10 life-changing self-help books of the year.”   Katherine’s sought-after research on women and mothers has been featured by The Today Show, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and Working Mother magazine.   But don’t let all the accolades fool you. She’s also been through years of therapy, decades of self-doubt and more than her fair share of tequila. Thankfully, she tamed her “dragon of self-doubt” and now she’s helping other women do the same.

CONNECT WITH KATHERINE
Website: http://slaylikeamother.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SlayLikeaMother/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slaylikeamother/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kwintsch
Where to get the book, "Slay Like a Mother": https://katherinewintschblog.com

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