{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep. 69 Emotional Well Being for the Holidays","description":"Today in episode 69, I\u2019m sharing something especially close to my heart\u2014the speech I recently gave to a group of single moms about nurturing emotional wellbeing during the holidays. Because let\u2019s be honest\u2026 The holidays can be beautiful, but they can also bring up stress, financial pressure, memories, loneliness, and all kinds of emotions we don\u2019t always expect. And sometimes, the very season that\u2019s supposed to be peaceful can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we\u2019re talking about: \u2728 How your emotional health is directly connected to your children\u2019s wellbeing \u2728 The true best gift you can give your kids this Christmas (hint: it isn\u2019t found in a store) \u2728 How to slow your pace from the world\u2019s speed to God\u2019s speed \u2728 Simple Five Minute Habits that help you feel grounded, calm, and connected \u2728 What it really means to give your children the gift of your presence \u2728 How focusing on the true meaning of Christmas brings peace into your home I share personal stories\u2014times when I felt like I was drowning, seasons where yelling and overwhelm ruled my days, moments God rescued me, and how He continues to guide me in motherhood 13 years later. You\u2019ll hear research from the U.S. Surgeon General about parental stress, powerful biblical reminders of Jesus\u2019 unhurried pace, and practical tools that fit into real mom-life\u2026 even the messy parts. This episode is an invitation to: \ud83c\udf3f slow down \ud83c\udf3f breathe \ud83c\udf3f reconnect with God \ud83c\udf3f care for yourself alongside your children \ud83c\udf3f create meaningful moments\u2014not perfect ones \ud83c\udf3f and remember that when you are okay, your kids have a much better chance of being okay too. Whether you\u2019re a single mom, a blended family mom, or anywhere in between, I hope these stories and tools remind you that God is with you, that you are not alone, and that emotional wellness is one of the greatest gifts you can give your home. If this episode speaks to you, would you share it with a friend? \ud83d\udc49 Click here to request a free sample of a pure doTERRA essential oil! ","author_name":"5 Minute Habits for Mom","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/477189","html":"