Drumroll, please... doors to my group coaching program, RESTORE, are now OPEN! 🎉 If you've been nodding along as you’ve listened to the last few episodes, then this is your moment, my friends. Regardless of how dysregulation or burnout is showing up in your life, there's only one solution: learning how to adopt a lifestyle that supports nervous system regulation . That's why I've poured all my expertise into creating a 6-Step Framework rooted in neuroscience & the nervous system. In today’s...
Jan 30, 2024•30 min•Ep. 222
Do you love to unwind with a glass of wine at the end of the day? You’ve taken care of your kids all day, kept up with the house, done your own work. Maybe that glass at the end of the day is how you take the edge off after the day’s chaos. If so, you’re not alone. Mommy wine culture is everywhere. And I bought into it for years until I studied the nervous system. Sober mom advocate Celeste Yvonne joins us in today’s episode to talk about the harmful nature of Mommy Wine Culture and how easily w...
Jan 26, 2024•38 min•Ep. 221
What does your self-talk sound like when you’re feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Is it like the Little Engine that could chanting “I think I can. I think I can. I think I can” or does that voice tend to be more critical? Over the years, I’ve consistently relied on 3 specific reminders to help me heal from burnout and redirect my focus when I’m feeling stressed. And I’m not talking about saying nice things to myself in the mirror. I’m talking about mantras, affirmations, and reminders that are r...
Jan 25, 2024•15 min•Ep. 220
What does the first hour of your day look like? Maybe you've gotten your AM routine down to what you think is a science. But here’s what I’ve noticed - most of us aren’t aware that we have morning habits that are sabotaging our nervous system and causing burnout. In today's episode, you'll learn 5 common morning routines that actually increase your baseline stress levels and can cause anxiety and burnout. I'll teach you easy swaps to your morning routine to start your day supporting nervous syst...
Jan 23, 2024•23 min•Ep. 219
A place for everything and everything in its place. Sounds familiar? While having an organized home sounds ideal, making it a reality can be a whole different story. In today’s episode, organization expert Jenny Layton talks to us about how to reduce clutter and how to make the time to do it. By prioritizing the things that matter most and getting rid of both physical clutter and mental barriers, busy moms just like us can declutter and get organized. Three things you’ll learn in this episode: W...
Jan 19, 2024•39 min•Ep. 218
Over the last few months, I’ve become a great quitter. And guess what? It’s been amazing. When did quitting get such a bad rap, anyway? Check out this minisode to reframe your mindset around calling it quits and discover how quitting might just be the key to more joy. Private Podcast: “HEAL YOUR BURNOUT” PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES Free Consult: BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLE FB Community: The Calm Mom Collective Join me on IG: @michellegrosser.coach “I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that...
Jan 18, 2024•7 min•Ep. 217
Managing stress is a part of life, right? Especially as a mom, it can feel like if it’s not one thing, it’s another. But here’s the thing about stress - our body is designed to experience stress as a cycle with a beginning and an end. We perceive a stressor -> our body has a physiological response -> we go into fight-or-flight -> the stressor resolves & we’re safe -> we return to regulation. But what happens when we’re living in a state of chronic stress? We can get stuck in figh...
Jan 16, 2024•31 min•Ep. 216
How often do you think about money? Better yet, how often do you talk about it without breaking into a sweat? In today’s episode, Shinobu Hindert encourages us that financial planning doesn’t have to be stressful! Shinobu is a money expert & best-selling author of the book Investing Is Your Superpower. If you’ve ever felt inadequate when it comes to investing or unsure about where to even begin, Shinobu has real solutions and easy to follow guides to get you where you need to be financially....
Jan 12, 2024•35 min•Ep. 215
Have you ever felt burned out and looked ahead to a 3-day weekend or another break your calendar because you were finally going to rest and recharge? Same, friend. Don’t get me wrong - long weekends are awesome. But here’s the thing *spoiler alert* the whole "take time off to heal" idea might not be the magic fix you hoped for. Burnout’s a slippery slope. It can often take years of pushing ourselves and ignoring our body’s signs to slow down before we realize how burned out we are. In today’s ep...
Jan 09, 2024•29 min
What’s your typical response when your kiddos start melting down? I hear the word "meltdown" and I swear my eye starts to twitch. And I know I’m not alone! Chances are, regardless of how well we handle them, our kids’ big emotions can be triggering. In today’s episode, Kaili Zeiher, pediatric occupational therapist and host of the podcast Chaos to Connected , joins me to talk through the tools we need to tackle our children’s challenging behaviors in a healthy and effective way. She teaches us h...
Jan 05, 2024•46 min•Ep. 213
While it’s awesome that nervous system regulation is becoming more mainstream, every day I hear cringy nervous system hacks all over social media that simply aren’t supported by science. In today’s episode, we’re busting some myths and clearing up some mistruths you’‘ve probably heard about the nervous system. Think “ just a deep breath”. Or “being regulated means feeling calm.” These kinds of tips only tell half the story and aren’t always effective. Join me as we tackle 3 of the most common li...
Jan 02, 2024•29 min•Ep. 212
It’s that time of year again where everyone’s talking about goals. I love goal setting, don’t get me wrong. But I’ve noticed that oftentimes, goal setting is tied to a whole lot of “shoulds”. We think we should be exercising more, so we set a goal around it. We think we should be more productive, so we set a goal around it. When’s the last time that you set goals that truly lit up your soul? Join our conversation with Kate House, host of The Live By Design Podcast. Kate specializes in coaching w...
Dec 29, 2023•33 min•Ep. 211
When was the last time you made a New Year’s resolution? Better question - when was the last time you actually followed through on a New Years resolution? If this seems like a bummer - let me encourage you today. It’s not you - New Year's resolutions simply don’t work. So let’s talk about why (and what to do instead). In today’s episode, I share the 5 reasons I stopped making New Year's resolutions. We can learn from the pitfalls of setting resolutions to get more intentional about our goals for...
Dec 26, 2023•30 min•Ep. 210
Have you ever looked around your house or car and asked yourself “where did all this stuff come from?!” Your nervous system thrives in an orderly environment. So it makes sense that tripping over stuff at every turn can make us feel overwhelmed and cranky. And it’s not just physical stuff that feels cluttered. Sometimes all the stuff going on in our minds feels just as chaotic. In today’s episode, Emily McDermott of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, teaches us how to create space in our homes and minds...
Dec 22, 2023•38 min•Ep. 209
I love the holidays... and they can often mean time around extended family that can be super triggering. So if you’re bracing for Aunt Edna’s constant commentary, grandma’s passive aggressive tone, and Uncle Bill’s parenting advice (ugh) - I've got you. Here’s the good news - there are things you can do to regulate your nervous system so that these challenging family dynamics don't set you off. Three things you’ll learn in this episode: How to resource yourself before stepping into triggering si...
Dec 19, 2023•28 min•Ep. 208
Do you ever feel overwhelmed with all the things you have to do and don’t know how you’re going to fit everything in? We all have the same number of hours in a day, but why does it feel like some people are better at getting things done? In today’s episode, Anna Dearmon Kornick, time management coach and host of the podcast “It’s About Time - A Podcast about Work, Life and Balance” joins us to lay out her guide to effective time management. The truth is that sometimes the calendars and the prett...
Dec 15, 2023•47 min•Ep. 207
Is anyone else feeling the pressure to do all the things over the next few weeks? With everything we have going on over the holidays, it makes sense that our nervous system can slip into a state of overwhelm. But here’s the thing about throwing our hands up in frustration - fixating on overwhelm gives our power away. Where our focus goes, our energy flows, right? Let’s take that power back. In today’s episode you’ll learn 3 effective science-backed strategies to reduce holiday overwhelm. These a...
Dec 12, 2023•24 min•Ep. 206
For years, I was convinced that my happy hour cocktail was what I needed to take the edge off a long day. I thought my glass of cabernet in the evening helped me get a good night’s sleep. But as I learned about the nervous system, I realized that a lot of what I believed about alcohol simply wasn’t true. In today’s episode, Colleen Kachmann, a Sober-ish Master Recovery Coach, reminds us that it’s never really about the alcohol. It’s about our ability to manage our mind and take care of our body....
Dec 08, 2023•36 min•Ep. 205
When was the last time you had a whole list of stuff you needed to get done, but you couldn’t motivate yourself to do it? You kept thinking about it, but couldn’t bring yourself to take action. When we find ourselves procrastinating, it can be super frustrating. So, why do we procrastinate? Some of the answers lie within the wisdom of the nervous system. In today’s episode, you’ll learn what’s likely happening in your body and subconscious mind when you procrastinate and I’ll coach you through 3...
Dec 05, 2023•28 min•Ep. 204
If you’ve ever struggled with chronic pain, anxiety, or depression, you probably know how frustrating it can be when you’re experiencing real pain and symptoms, but the doctors tell you that your labs are all within “normal” range. Mainstream medicine is only beginning to recognize the powerful role of the brain in the development of chronic pain, anxiety, and depression, but decades of research and clinical experience have demonstrated its pivotal role in recovery. In today’s episode, we’re joi...
Dec 01, 2023•43 min•Ep. 203
There are 4 main stress responses - do you know yours? Let’s face it - life can be stressful. Even if we’re intentional about identifying and reducing our stressors, we can’t eliminate all stress from our life. So whether it’s parenting, work, the holidays, or something else in life bringing about a season that feels stressful, understanding how you respond to stress is really helpful. In today’s episode, we’ll explore the 4 different stress responses so you can discover your coping strategy and...
Nov 28, 2023•27 min•Ep. 202
Declare it with me - “I am not going to burn out this holiday season!” It’s a powerful declaration, but in order for it to come to life, we’ve got to understand the symptoms of burnout and how to protect ourselves against it. In today’s episode, Amber Dawn, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP), Restorative Wellness Practitioner (RWP), and Health Coach, teaches how we can avoid burnout and depletion in parenthood. Amber and I discuss the main causes of parental burnout, simple strategies to h...
Nov 24, 2023•40 min•Ep. 201
Did you know that gratitude can lower stress, promote relaxation, and help you regulate your emotions? To be honest, for a long time I had a gratitude practice where I’d quickly jot down 3 things I was grateful for every morning, but I didn’t feel like it made much of a difference in my life. My gratitude practice didn’t have much of an impact because I didn’t understand the science of gratitude. I didn’t know that I needed to embody gratitude for it to regulate my nervous system and rewire my b...
Nov 21, 2023•25 min•Ep. 200
Do you have big dreams and goals, but life seems to be getting in the way and you end up feeling overwhelmed with it all? Or maybe you’ve started something new - a resolution, routine, or habit - and then that critical voice chimes in and the imposter syndrome hits and your confidence fades? In today’s episode, Amanda Walker, a certified Master Life & Performance Coach and host of The Best Damn Coach podcast, explains how we can take action and align our big dreams with our personal values a...
Nov 17, 2023•37 min•Ep. 199
When’s the last time someone asked you how you’ve been and your response was “I’m so busy”? Burnout among millennial women is at record highs. We’re exhausted, and yet we still wear our busyness as a badge of honor. Why is that?! I get it - slowing down and resting can be challenging. Especially in a hustle culture that glorifies productivity. But it’s not just busy schedules and overwhelming to-do lists. There are underlying factors that contribute to our struggle with rest, often rooted in our...
Nov 14, 2023•31 min•Ep. 198
How often do you find yourself overwhelmed by all the tasks you juggle as manager of your family and home? In today’s episode, Laura Hernandez (mom of 10!!) and founder of Mama Systems, discusses how to create systems in our homes to live more peacefully and intentionally with our people. Three things you’ll learn in this episode: Creating a daily rhythm How to organize daily tasks to avoid overwhelmed How to build a team within your home To connect with Laura, head to: Instagram: @mamasystems W...
Nov 10, 2023•43 min•Ep. 197
It happens to the best of us. We’re frustrated. We’re irritable and don’t know why. Maybe you yell because no one listens until you raise your voice. Does any of this feel familiar? Motherhood is hard, y’all! And so often, we don’t have tools to help us manage all the emotions that come with it. In today’s episode, you’ll learn the #1 reason why we yell at our kids. If you’re ready to get to the root cause of your yelling and learn new coping strategies for the motherhood moments that can make y...
Nov 07, 2023•32 min•Ep. 196
When’s the last time you went down a research rabbit hole? If you’re anything like me, it can be easy to get caught up in researching the best parenting strategies, tools, and products for our kids. But holy moly is there a lot of information out there! And it can be challenging to parse out the reliable data and not get overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information available to us as parents. In today’s episode, Emily Oster, professor of economics at Brown University and NYT Best-Selling autho...
Nov 03, 2023•37 min•Ep. 195
I’ve got a quick bonus episode for you today! This one mindset shift has been coming up over and over again in my coaching sessions the last couple of weeks and it’s so powerful that I wanted to share it with all of you here on the podcast. Don’t miss this bonus episode (especially if you tend to be a high-achiever or perfectionist)! It’s a simple, yet powerful mindset shift that will change the way you evaluate your progress in motherhood and every other area of your life. The Gap & The Gai...
Nov 02, 2023•11 min•Ep. 194
Did you know that your nervous system is constantly communicating with you? And like any other communication, some messages are more important than others. In today’s episode, I coach through 3 nervous system red flags that moms shouldn’t ignore. If you experience any (or all) of these red flags, this episode will help you understand what’s going on in your body and nervous system so you can be empowered to do something about it. TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ ! BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WIT...
Oct 30, 2023•28 min•Ep. 193
