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29 Oct

Taking Bold Action Toward a Healthier, Purpose-Driven Life

You can read, plan, and dream all day about living a better life… but real transformation begins the moment you take action. It doesn’t have to be a huge leap. In fact, lasting change often starts with one small, courageous step in the right direction. When you choose to take bold, intentional action, you reclaim your power… over your health, your time, your mindset, and your purpose. Why Bold Action Matters So many people stay stuck because they’re waiting for […]

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24 Oct

Your Health Wake-Up Call: How Prevention Creates Freedom and Peace of Mind

With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I’ve been thinking a lot about how most people don’t take their health seriously until something goes wrong. We wait until we’re run down, overwhelmed, or facing a health scare before we finally take action. But what if you could stop that cycle? True health isn’t just about treating problems after they arise. It’s about preventing them in the first place. Prevention means being intentional and proactive about what you eat, how you […]

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8 Oct

Overstimulated, Distracted, and Drained? What You’re Missing About Focus and Energy

Do you ever feel like your brain just won’t stop buzzing? Like you’re constantly juggling a dozen things at once, yet never really getting anywhere? October is ADHD Awareness Month, which makes this the perfect time to talk about focus, energy, and how easily our brains can become overwhelmed. Even if you don’t have ADHD, you’ve probably felt some of the same struggles that come with it, like racing thoughts, difficulty staying on task, or mental exhaustion by midday. The […]

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2 Sep

New Season, New Possibilities: How to Break Free from the Cycle of Overwhelm

As summer winds down and we shift into fall routines, many people feel a mix of emotions. There’s the sense of a fresh start… new schedules, new rhythms, new opportunities. But for many, it’s also a time when overwhelm creeps back in. In fact, research shows that nearly 80% of people who set goals or intentions at the start of a new season fall back into old habits within just a few weeks. Why? Because change feels hard, and it’s […]

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18 Jul

Unstickify Your Life: How to Break Free from Stress, Overwhelm, and Feeling Stuck

Have you ever felt like you’re spinning your wheels… constantly busy but somehow going nowhere? You’re not alone. According to recent surveys: 77% of people regularly experience physical symptoms caused by stress. 52% of U.S. adults report feeling burned out. Nearly 70% say they feel like they’re “just going through the motions” most days. And a staggering 61% say they lack clear direction or purpose in their life or career. Let that sink in. More than half the population is […]

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17 Jun

Drowning in To-Dos and Still Going Nowhere? Break Free Today

You wake up already tired… Your mind’s racing with everything you should do today. The dishes, the laundry, the work deadlines, the school emails, the appointments you forgot to schedule, the texts you haven’t answered, and oh… remember to workout and drink some water. Sound familiar? You keep busy, constantly moving, checking boxes, doing all the things, but deep down, you feel like you’re not actually getting anywhere. And the guilt? The shame? The pressure to be everything for everyone? […]

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21 May

Why Worrying About Tariffs, Prices, the Economy, and Politics Won’t Help… But This Will

Let’s be honest… we live in a world where the headlines never stop. Tariffs. Inflation. Stock market fluctuations. Political chaos. It’s a lot. And while staying informed is important, let’s ask the real question: Is all this worrying actually helping your life? Or is it just adding more stress to an already heavy load? Here’s the truth: You can’t control the economy.  You can’t control government policies.  You can’t control global trade deals. But you can control what you focus […]

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16 Apr

How Poor Sleep is Undermining Your Life (And What You Can Do About It)

Did you know that your sleep habits could be undermining your success? Poor sleep doesn’t just leave you feeling tired; it can affect your productivity, mood, and overall well-being. If you often find yourself waking up groggy, struggling to focus throughout the day, or feeling irritable, your sleep quality may be at the root of it. In this post, we’ll explore how poor sleep impacts your success and share tips on how a calming Spotify playlist can help you improve […]

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27 Mar

Is Your Energy Holding You Back? How to Boost Your Focus and Achieve Your Goals

As busy women juggling a million things—family, work, self-care, social life, and everything in between—it’s no surprise that our energy can often feel like it’s running on empty. But what if your energy is the missing link between where you are now and where you want to be? What if your focus and productivity are suffering because of energy blocks, and overcoming that is the key to unlocking your potential? If you’ve ever felt exhausted, distracted, or like you just […]

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12 Mar

How to Boost Your Focus and Overcome the Feeling of Being Scatterbrained

If you’re like many busy women, it often feels like there’s never enough time in the day. Between work, family, errands, and everything else on your plate, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, scatterbrained, and completely unfocused. Even the best multitaskers find themselves getting distracted, jumping from one task to another without ever really accomplishing what they set out to do. So, how can you regain focus, stay on track, and prevent that “out of control” feeling that often comes with […]

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26 Feb

Boost Your Focus and Concentration: Tips for Staying On Task and Achieving Success

In a world full of distractions—whether it’s social media, work, or daily life responsibilities—staying focused and productive can be a real challenge. As busy women balancing multiple roles, it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly jumping from task to task without truly completing anything. The key to achieving success lies in mastering the art of focus and concentration. But how can we improve our ability to stay on task and be more productive? In this post, we’ll dive into practical […]

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1 Aug

July Podcast Episode Recap

In July, the Holistic Mama Speaks Podcast featured six amazing guests! In the July 1st episode of the Holistic Mama Speaks Podcast, Carrie Marie talks with special guests, Dr. Jo and Ryan Brimmer about how to stay focused and avoid distractions. Carrie Marie and her guests provide you with practical tips and techniques that you can implement into your own life to help you stay focused and conquer distractions, even amidst your hectic schedule. In the July 15th episode of […]

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