** TOP 2% Podcast** Welcome, Mama! Are you ready to stop being a victim to stress and anxiety? Do you lash out at your husband and children as a result of feeling burned out and having no more patience? Are you ready to cave under the overwhelm of motherhood and pressure to get everything done? Do you desperately wish you could stop feeling behind, inadequate, and just not enough? Wishing you knew how to connect with God and feel closer to Him in the middle of your stress? You are not alone, sister! I am so excited you are here! This podcast will help you manage stress naturally, so you can feel more confident and content despite the stressors of motherhood, feel at peace, and feel connected to God in the middle of the chaos of motherhood. Hey, I’m Christen. A mom, wife, Jesus lover, and user of essential oils. I did not understand what anxiety was until I became a mother, and how the stress of juggling it all could weigh me down. So, I sought out other ways to manage the stress - working out, eating better, drinking all the coffee and even sought self-care through social media and binge-watching Netflix after the kids were in bed. But it wasn’t sustainable, and the calm of the moment would cease to exist when I re-entered the overwhelming reality of motherhood again. I found myself physically, mentally, and emotionally drained-wishing I could be anywhere but home, while also feeling guilty for wanting a break from the constant tug of mother and wife responsibilities. The frustrations of constantly being needed and never being able to complete a task at home without a thousand interruptions began to pour into a tall glass of passive-aggressiveness toward my husband when he got home from work. But God, He is faithful, and He is good. He used my love for His word and essential oils to show me and teach me how to create habits to slow down in the moments of chaos, find peace in the midst of overwhelm and stress, and how to have more energy, better sleep and manage stress so that I can be FAITHFUL IN WHATEVER task He puts before me. Now, I have confidence in knowing that through the renewing of my mind, and the empowering of my body through natural wellness, I can manage stress in a way that glorifies God. Despite the never-ending list of to do’s or what feels like the thankless tasks of motherhood, I am content with my identity in Christ. And as the Lord fills my cup, I can overflow with love, joy , peace , patience , kindness, goodness and faithfulness to my children and to my husband, REGARDLESS OF MY CIRCUMSTANCES AND DESPITE MY FEELINGS. IF YOU ARE READY to finally find an easy way to manage stress using scripture and essential oils so you can… >Feel connected to God; >Be confident; >Be content of who you are in Christ; >Find true peace; and >Know how to use essential oils for more energy, better rest and manage stress- this podcast is for you! So grab whatever you can find to write on, Mama, and let’s get started! Connect with me at naturalwellnessforbusymoms@gmail.com. *The statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.*
Hey Mama,
In our busiest seasons of life, we tend to rely on our own devices to save the day. We plan it all, organize it all, and do it all so we know it will be done right. But what happens when we fail to meet our own expectations for how the day was supposed to go?
What do we do when our shortcomings result in stress for not doing enough, mom guilt for not being enough, and overwhelm because we have just had enough?
Join me...
Hey Mama,
Living in a world affected by sin means grief and loss is inevitable. As busy moms, we often do not allow ourselves time or space to properly grieve. Sometimes it is the demands of our current season of life, and other times we simply do not want to re-live moments we wish we could forget.
Whether you are grieving the loss of a loved one, the loss of a season of life, or grieving the effects of sin in this world genera...
Hey Mama,
Part of being an overstimulated mom is feeling like you have lost control over your present circumstances. You find yourself overwhelmed, and often overcommitted to things that really don’t matter. This world is so consumed by “busy” that you can fill your day, your week, and even your month without lifting a finger. But what if I told you there is a way that you can create space for calm?
Join me today as I walk you th...
Hey Mama,
If you are not using castor oil on a daily basis, you are missing out on one of the most simple, yet effective mom hacks for beauty, balance and restoration. This ancient tool is helping mommas just like you simplify and streamline personal care and overall wellness.
Join me today as I share with you my 5 favorite ways to use castor oil to improve skin, hair, and energy as a busy mom.
Hey Mama,
Did you know pollutants can be 2-5 times higher in your home than the outside environment? The air you breathe, the surfaces you touch, what you eat and drink from all contribute to your body’s toxic load.
Detoxing is no longer just a fad, but is now essential to support your body and keep your family healthy. Last week we touched on the surface of the importance of reducing the toxic load for your body. Today, I wil...
Hey Mama,
If you are feeling tired, sluggish, and have brain fog, you may need to detox! When I started my health and wellness journey over a decade ago, I had no idea detoxing your body was even possible. The unfortunate reality is that detox is no longer a “fad,” but instead has become a necessity to help our bodies function in a world inundated with toxins.
As Christian moms, we know God gives us only one body this side of heav...
Hey Mama,
As a busy mom who spins a ton of plates, my health and wellness used to fall to the wayside until I learned how to make time for my wellness, despite my busy schedule, so I wasn't forced to make time for my sickness, which always results in a complete break down of how my household functions.
I used to think feeling tired and like I was running on E most of the time was normal. Now I know that I was completely ignoring s...
Hey Mama,
Mama, There is something happening inside your body that keeps you exhausted and overwhelmed. It slows and can even prevent certain cellular functions essential to daily vitality. This leaves you stressed out, tired and overwhelmed. Why? Because your cells feel that way too.
Listen in today to learn about a hidden danger every mom should know about that is keeping you exhausted and overwhelmed.
For His Glory,
Christen
...Hey Mama,
You know when it’s coming. The sneezing, coughing, runny noses, and germy hands that tag along with seasonal changes. The old me went to the big box store to stock up on over the counter medicines to help us miserably mask the symptoms associated with seasonal threats. I would have to be sure to leave enough sick time to manage all the time off with sick children, and then take additional time for when I would also get s...
Hey Mama,
I have a treat for you. Today I am going to lay it all out for you. I am going to give you the simple three-step framework to managing stress naturally. No more being a victim to overstimulation, exhaustion or frustration as a busy stressed-out mom. Today I am going to give you the tools you need to manage stress naturally and in a way that glorifies God.
For His Glory,
Christen
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Hey Mama,
Motherhood can feel impossible at times. Our children do things that we don’t understand. They can light a fire of fury inside us, that we later feel guilty for. We get stuck on what we expect motherhood to be, to look like, and to feel like. Unfortunately it’s not all lullaby’s and snuggles. And while the little years are full of what feels like chaos, there is a stark realization as they grow just how much we do not ha...
Hey Mama,
Brain fog. Mental Fatigue. Stress. Exhaustion. Is this you?
As busy moms, we spin a ton of plates. We are the keepers of the calendar, the cook, the cleaning lady, and sibling rivalry referee. Not to mention chauffeur. It’s no wonder we are or feel tired all the time. While we may not be able to change our circumstances in our current season of life, we can control how we fuel our bodies to have the clarity, focus, ener...
Hey Mama,
The idea of resting in American culture is counter productive to the narrative that we must work harder to get what we want. You may be saying, well that's because motherhood never stops- and while this is true in many aspects, the reality is that if we do not make time for rest, we will burn out, get sick, and remain stuck in fight or flight mode.
Join me today as I walk you through three simple ways to create time for...
Hey Mama,
Do you ever bring a prayer request to the feet of Jesus, and then turn around and stress about whether or not it will happen, how it will happen, or when it will happen? As mothers, it is our second nature to plan and coordinate our lives and the lives of our families, so it’s no wonder we often struggle with relinquishing control.
I have good news, Mama. Jesus, the one who paid the price for it all, can handle whatever ...
Hey Mama,
There may be many factors contributing to your stress as a busy mom such as your kids, work, or your schedule.Each season of motherhood presents its own unique challenges. However, you may also be contributing to your stress. Instead of focusing on what you cannot control, I would encourage you to take a look at what you can control.
Today I am going to walk you through four (4) habits that you may be doing that are ma...
Hey Mama,
Are you an overstimulated mom who spins a ton of plates, tries to juggle all the things, and often fails to meet the expectations you have set for yourself?
There are moments when we feel the weight of all the pressure to get everything done, to meet all the deadlines, and to remember all the things. We keep our household functioning, but sometimes we just hit a wall.
In these times when we start to lose order and stru...
Hey Mama,
Do you feel exhausted during the day, wishing you had more energy? Are you suffering from mom-brain, with lack of focus and mental clarity? Do you find yourself easily agitated, or snapping at your husband and children?
If you are dealing with any of the above, then you may need to re-evaluate your sleep health and the way you manage your stress. You may be wondering, why should I care about how I manage my stress? Isn't...
Hey Mama,
Are you aware of the hidden danger lurking behind the expectation of “doing it all” as a mom? I know you want to be able to check all the boxes- be a good wife, a good mom, have a clean home, work to contribute to the household, be chauffeur for your children’s sports activities, etc.
While desiring to do these things is not necessarily a bad thing, do you know that sleep deprivation can be just as harmful to your body...
Hey Mama,
The battle with brain fog as a busy mom is undeniable. Do you feel that? The multiplicity of spinning so many plates, and the feeling that you are still forgetting something despite the numerous phone reminders or sticky notes.
As the keeper of all things for our households, we often want two things: clarity and peace. How do we achieve this?
Join me today as I walk you through how you can prepare your body to battle t...
Hey Mama,
Have you ever had a period of your life where you just can’t seem to shut your brain off? I am talking about when whatever trial or tribulation you are going through consumes your mental space and all you want is to feel peace.
We tend to over think about things- okay, just about everything; kids, work, the house, relationships with husband and other family members, scheduling, budget- all the things, because as a busy...
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