Healthy Vibes for Moms

Do you ever find yourself stuck in cycles of complaining, stress, or negative thinking? In this episode, we talk about how chronic complaining and constant venting can actually rewire your brain, increase anxiety and depression, and keep you stuck in survival mode. Through the science of neuroplasticity, repeated negative thinking strengthens stress pathways in the brain, increases cortisol levels, and makes it easier to default to worry, fear, and frustration. Over time, this can impact your mood, relationships, and overall well-being. In this episode, we explore how to break the cycle of stewing, shift your mindset, and create healthier mental and emotional habits so you can live with more peace, gratitude, and presence. If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend or family member who may need a mindset reset. Be sure to follow the podcast and leave a review to help more people break free from negative thinking and live with greater peace and purpose. 👉 Ready for more personalized support on your health and well-being? Book your 1-on-1 session with Kelley here: https://kelleyranaudo.com/personal-wellness-consulting/

Such a great conversation with Dr. Nelva Lee, who is passionate about education, our next generation, and she is determined to make positive change in our communities. Dr. Nelva Lee is the Founder and CEO of Concrete Build Financing. Dr.Lee was also the CEO of a vocational school for 20 years, has over 20 years of experience in healthcare and over 10 years in academia as an adjunct professor for various Universities. Dr. Lee was a Governor Kemp appointed board member to the Department of Community Health. She is the Vice Chairman of the board of the Henry County Pregnancy Resource Center (Bridge Wellness South), a former Republican candidate for State Senate in District 17, and current candidate for Georgia Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Lee has authored several Christian-based books including: "Stay and Fight" and "Be the Super Hero of Your Story." Dr. Lee volunteers at Relevant, her local church, and the Joy FM as a Prayer Partner. She was a Home-School Mom, and a Substitute Teacher for a Christian School. She has been married to her best friend Donnie for 25 years, and together they have 3 children. Website: https://www.drnelvalee.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TBWGTR Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@votedrnelvalee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.nelvalee/

As adults, we’re still dealing with grown people who act like kids — drama, gossip, jealousy, comparison, and dishonesty. It makes you pause and ask… what are we teaching our own children? In this episode, I share reflections as a parent (not a parenting expert) who has watched the world completely change since the 80s and the rise of the internet. The pressure on our kids is different now — louder, faster, and constant. But the most important lessons are still simple. In This Episode: Teaching kids to stay out of drama and gossip Learning to say no and protect their time and energy Giving themselves grace when they mess up Choosing good energy and healthy boundaries Remembering social media isn’t real life Why quality friendships matter more than quantity Paying attention to what fills them up vs. drains them How they start their day shapes everything Hope is a choice — and you can always choose again We can’t control the world they’re growing up in. But we can help shape how they move through it. Simple daily choices matter — movement, nourishing food, time in prayer, quiet time, getting outside. Sometimes our kids just need permission to know there is another way — and they will be okay.

Life will knock us down — physically, emotionally, professionally. The question isn’t if we’ll face stress or setbacks… it’s how we recover. In this episode, we talk about what resilience really is. Not just pushing through. Not pretending we’re fine. But learning how to support our body, mind, and spirit so we can truly bounce back. Sometimes getting back up isn’t about doing more. It’s about choosing better — better recovery, better nourishment, better perspective. More of what heals. Less of what harms. Simple shifts. Stronger foundation. Healthier life.

Many moms carry emotional and mental stress quietly while telling the world, “I’m fine.” In this episode, we talk honestly about the invisible emotional load of motherhood, why so many women minimize their own struggles, and how mild but ongoing stress, anxiety, and overwhelm can grow into more serious mental health challenges when ignored. This conversation is not meant to minimize serious mental illness — it’s meant to encourage awareness, early support, and honest self-check-ins so moms don’t have to reach a breaking point before getting help. We explore why moms often feel pressure to hold everything together, how common emotional struggles like chronic stress, irritability, emotional exhaustion, and quiet anxiety are often dismissed, and why asking for help early is a powerful act of strength. If you’re a mom who feels overwhelmed, stretched thin, emotionally tired, or disconnected from joy, this episode offers encouragement, validation, and practical mindset shifts to support your mental and emotional well-being. Who this episode is for: Moms who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted Women who feel pressure to be strong for everyone else Moms who know something feels “off” but don’t feel like it’s serious enough for help Anyone who wants to be proactive about mental health and emotional well-being Important Note: This episode is not a replacement for professional mental health care. If you are experiencing severe depression, anxiety, thoughts of self-harm, or emotional distress, please seek support from a licensed mental health professional or trusted healthcare provider.

An important reminder for your health this year... You can exercise regularly. You can eat well. You can do all the “right things” for your body. But if you neglect your mind, heart, and soul, you’re missing a vital part of your health. Unprocessed anger. Lingering resentment. Comparison and envy. Lack of patience. The things we carry but don’t address. These don’t stay contained. They show up in our bodies, in our homes, and in our workplaces. What we allow to live inside us eventually spills into how we lead, communicate, parent, partner, and show up for others

Stop this week, and be intentional about what is still consuming your thoughts, energy and time, that you should let go of. Too often, we are stuck in the past, consumed with other people’s lives, or just gripping too hard. This week, together, let’s slowly begin to release our grip on whatever has a strong hold on us. We all have something. Get deliberate about living in the present, walking your own path, and letting go of what isn’t yours to control anymore. Letting go is telling God that you really do trust Him.

Dr. Robyn Graham is the founder of Robyn Graham, LLC. She partners with women to maximize their potential in motherhood and career. Robyn is passionate about brain health and works with her clients to navigate anxiety, alleviate emotional chaos, and deepen relationships for a thriving family experience while achieving personal growth and maintaining career aspirations. Drawing on neuroscience and scripture, Robyn provides a solution for Christian Moms to transform moments of anxiety into opportunities for calm and connection in their relationship with their child. Robyn is a pharmacist, certified neuroscience coach, master certified life coach, host of the globally acclaimed and award winning podcast - The Robyn Graham Show, a speaker, and an award winning, best-selling author of You, Me, and Anxiety: Take Action Over Anxiety to Enjoy Being You, in which she shares her life-long journey with anxiety to help others navigate anxiety to live a joyful, peaceful, purposeful life. When not working, you’ll find Robyn spending time with her husband, three children, and two dogs, most likely doing an outdoor activity, traveling, or enjoying great food. “A Guide for Alleviating Anxiety and Developing Health Habits for a Healthy Mind” Resources: Website: www.therobyngraham.com Podcast: The Robyn Graham Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therobyngraham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therobyngraham/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therobyngraham Free resources: https://therobyngraham.com/resources/

As we round the corner to begin a new year, I encourage you to go against the grain in 2026. Over the years, I have empowered you to live simply, slow down, and learn to say no, to improve your health, relationships, and life. This year I encourage you to be even more bold, honest, and courageous in your voice and choices. What do I mean? I strongly believe to live your healthiest, most authentic, peaceful, and absolute best life...you have to go against what is celebrated, supported, and expected in this world. And, you have to ignore the distractions, and not get caught up in them. If you want support creating real change, my Personal Wellness Consulting offers 1-on-1 guidance to help you slow down, clarify your priorities, and build a life that actually feels aligned.

What are you going to let go of, and leave in 2025? Think about these 5 questions. What are you letting distract you? What is draining your energy? How and where are you spending your time? What choice do you know you want to improve? What have you been prioritizing? Creating space helps open up room and possibility for the new year. Being able to find time, slow down, pause, and back off helps create clarity, energy, focus, and more. Take a day, afternoon, or a few hours to think about these questions and decide what you are going to leave behind. What can you let go of, so that you create space for goodness in 2026. Quiet, gratitude, steps, workout, Bible, friendship, marriage, connection To help you do this intentionally, the Daily Surrender Journal is designed to guide you through daily reflection, release, and reset. You can learn more or purchase the journal to walk this process out one day at a time.

Michelle Bexelius, founder of DesignWell Studios — a wellness interior designer, environmental consultant, and integrative health practitioner who helps people create homes and spaces that truly support healing. Michelle blends more than 15 years of wellness design, consulting, environmental inspections and testing. Her work helps people reduce exposure to mold, chemicals, VOCs, allergens, and EMFs — and redesigns them in ways that naturally support the nervous system, sleep, immunity, and emotional wellbeing. She works virtually with homeowners, builders, designers, and developers worldwide, integrating wellness principles into remodels, new construction, and restorative home transformations. Below are Michelle’s recommendations and specials from the podcast: Battery operated alarm clock Blue block glasses and lighting (affiliate link) EMF protection devices for phones/computers (affiliate link) Environmental Wellness Consultation - HEALTHYVIBES discount code $100. Off Book a FREE Discovery Call for any design projects or any support 10% off all Air Quality Purifiers - BREATHEWELL Michelle's email: [email protected] Michelle's website: www.designwellstudios.com

If you have something that is nagging at you, constantly frustrating you, or that you are struggling with, I want you to evaluate what it is, and if it is really true and realistic. Letting go of what is not ours to control is important for our health and relationships. Often, we need to lower our expectations for our relationships, connections, and peace of mind. We aren’t supposed to control it all. Learn how to let it go. Joy comes from the simplest of things. Stop overthinking and overcomplicating it.

Some of us might not be doing enough, but many times when you hit a plateau, you are doing too much of the same thing, or too intense, too often. Change it up. Back off. Give your body, muscles, and mind time to rest and recover. Most of the magic happens during recovery. Don’t underestimate doing something less intense, or having more recovery time.

The holiday season should be magical, peaceful, and filled with Jesus and love, and the devil knows this. He will do anything to make you think you aren’t doing enough, stress you out, and create conflict with those you love. Keep it simple. Pay attention, and when ugly thoughts creep in, remind yourself where they are coming from. Tell yourself the thoughts are from the enemy, and create your own positive, hopeful thoughts. Don’t let this world, and the unrealistic expectations derail your peaceful holiday season. Stand strong in your faith, and the foundation of your family. Article: The Devil Works Overtime During the Holidays

Most of our relationship struggles come from our selfishness. If selfishness can hurt relationships, then selflessness can help them grow. When we turn our focus onto others and pour into them, a relationship can grow in big ways, and they possibly change too. Gratitude for who they are. Appreciation for having them in your life. Gratitude over expectations will bring a deeper connection to your relationship. He must increase, I must decrease. John 3:30

Stress isn’t going away, but we get to choose how we manage it, how we prepare for it, and how we respond to it. There are four areas of your life where you can improve, and make simple changes to help handle the daily stress better. Awareness and perspective make all the difference.

Our health is affected by our habits, our home, and our place of work. We don’t always think about making changes to our work space, but it is possible. Proven strategies, simple shifts, and small choices that can make all the difference. There are five areas we can evaluate, and choose what changes work for your office, your team, and your environment. At least let’s open our minds to the possibilities. Resources: Workplace Wellness Seminars and Conferences

If something doesn’t align with your values and what matters most to you, it is not for you. Choose to boldly say no to things in this world that are not bringing goodness to your life. Choose to create boundaries with worldly distractions. Choose to go live the life that God made you for, and stop feeling pressured by this world and other people’s opinions.

I honestly believe that these days it is too obvious that the enemy just wants to keep us busy with all the wrong things. There are too many easy distractions, worldly pressures and temptations, holding us back from all the good things we want in life. We are so distracted, we don’t even realize that we are the one that can make the change. This week, pay attention, and become aware of what is holding you back, and I want you to get intentional about beating that distraction. Do not let the enemy win this week.

Annmarie Chereso is a conscious relationship coach, speaker and author of the #1 International Best Seller Anthology, The Perfectly Imperfect Family and the children book Little Seeds Journey. She is devoted to helping women lead empowered, fulfilling lives from the inside out. With over two decades of experience, she blends deep wisdom with practical tools to help women break generational patterns, navigate conflict with clarity, and reconnect with their true self. Known for her playful and heart-centered approach, Annmarie serves as a compassionate guide—supporting women in building relationships rooted in love, trust, and freedom. Her mission is to help women let go of conditioned beliefs, embody unconditional love, and step into their full potential. Annmarie has supported thousands around the globe through courses, coaching, speaking, workshops, and retreats. She has trained with master teachers including Jon Kabat-Zinn, Jack Kornfield, Thich Nhat Hanh, Daniel Rechtschaffen, Susan Kaiser Greenland, Martha Beck, and The Conscious Leadership Group. Living her teachings, Annmarie resides in Chicago with her husband, where they joyfully navigate life with their beautifully blended family of nine—a living testament to her work in cultivating harmony and conscious connection. Resources: Website: annmariechereso.me Instagram: @annmariechereso What’s Fueling Conflict in Your Relationship? Take her FREE quiz now and start your path to clarity and connection. https://annmariechereso.me/quiz-v1/

I was shocked when I got shingles, but looking back, I shouldn’t have been. I had layers of stress buried deep, and I just kept going. It was a turning point for me in how I handle my stress today. Stress is one of the worst things for our health, and most of us could make some simple changes to handle it better. How are you approaching life and how are you handling your stress? Awareness is key. Take note this week, and make simple changes to approach life lighter. It is possible.

We can agree that there isn’t much that is easy about this stage, but there are many, many approaches that can make this a more wonderful stage than we could ever have imagined, and with a strong faith, and five kids, my friend Jenni Spuler has learned her share of encouragement from the bumps along the way.

Parenting littles can bring about more unmet fear than we ever imagined. We create scenarios and stories that quite possibly will never come to light. The things that seem huge, really aren’t. When you feel it in your gut, you are more often than not, correct. Go with it. You are more prepared for this time than you ever knew.

Postpartum is experienced by more moms than you realize. From mild, to intense. Either way, let’s support moms, encourage moms, and give a whole bunch of grace. And moms, keep taking that best next step to take care of yourself through this. Get help. Give yourself grace. Go for a walk. Get some sunshine. And know that this will pass, and this is so common among moms.

Stress is a huge factor in your health, and your stress is compounded by how you approach life, which is how you approach each day. Choose to approach your day with hope, gratitude, and a positive outlook on life, and watch your health, relationships, work, and life improve.

There are so many choices at home that affect your health. It all starts with you. Choose to own the health in your home. Good health is not just exercise, and eating well. It is the environment and atmosphere of our home. It is how our family feels when they are there. It should be a place to feel safe, and find peace, and rest from the crazy pace of the world.

Your health is a combination of your choices, your home, and what you do at your office. You can’t go to the gym, eat well, and create a terrible culture with your team. It all goes together. Bring your healthy approach to life, to your office and team as well. There are many simple choices and shifts you can make in an office, and with your team, to have a healthier culture, less stress, and better energy.

This world will keep you from all of your dreams if you let it. This week I want you to have the courage to say no, create the boundary, choose something hard and unpopular, and go do it. Choose your family first, live by your values, rest when needed, and have the courage to walk your own unique path.

Have goals, but stay flexible and open in your path, and never stop believing in yourself. Don’t let this world make you question your goals, your path, or your belief in yourself. Hope is a choice, a way of thinking. Choose to be hopeful. This too shall pass.

I am listening to the audio of Daring Greatly, by Brene’ Brown this summer. She talks about vulnerability and shame. Vulnerability does lead to connection, but it is important to know that not everyone is cheering you on, and not everyone deserves to hear your story. Pay attention and know that you get to choose.

our words and thoughts have an enormous amount of power over your life. They create the trajectory of where you go, how you feel about yourself, and affect your confidence and ability to take action. Pay attention and choose wisely.

Self-awareness is powerful. Get to know yourself this week, so you really can feel your best, and live your best life. Download the FREE guide here: A Simple Guide to Living Well

We go through many, many seasons in life, and especially as parents. Awareness and giving yourself room for this can really change how you show up for yourself. And giving yourself grace. There are many choices to take care of your heart, soul, mind and health. Know your season, and go in more on what is possible, and don’t beat yourself up over the other. Don’t overthink friendships, where your time is needed, and more. Live for today and where your feet are planted. Your mission is where your feet are. Your obedience in this season matters. Summary: Your mission is where you are planted right now. Your obedience in this season truly matters. Give yourself grace and choose wisely for you. Download the FREE guide here: A Simple Guide to Living Well

Julie Roebken is a Certified Breathwork Facilitator, Embodiment Mentor and a devoted apprentice of Jesus. Julie founded mindfulhaus.com in 2018 and is dedicated to encouraging women to release chronic busyness and distraction, and craft unhurried, spacious lives. Julie is on a mission to help women in midlife fall back in love with their life, their faith and their purpose - through rest, rhythm and realignment. Julie's work is anchored in breathwork, nervous system regulation, neuroscience, embodiment practices and spirituality. Resources: Email: [[email protected]](emailto: [email protected]) IG: @mindfulhaus Website: mindfulhaus.com Julie recently launched her self-paced e-course + community called UNHURRIED.

Many of us can relate to this, and you can not feel guilty for this. Life is hard, and life is good. Just because you are having a challenging season, or day, doesn’t mean you aren’t in love with your life. We all have many things coming at us, and to be honest…it is too much. Let us support each other, encourage each other, and give out a boat load of grace to ourselves and others. Download the FREE guide here: A Simple Guide to Living Well

It is hard to start, and it is hard to keep going. Simplify your choices. Lower your expectations. Start stacking those small, simple, good choices on top of each other, over and over again. Let’s talk about what those choices are, and how our mind, body and soul work together and help keep one another encouraged and accountable. They all matter, so start with the choices that are easiest for you. Download my FREE guide to help you get going. Download the FREE guide here: A Simple Guide to Living Well

In order to live healthier, we have to make it our lifestyle, and small, simple choices are the easiest to start and keep going. This guide gives you the keys, how to strengthen your foundation, defeat the enemy, protect your energy, and keep your eyes up in the hardest of seasons. Grab it today and start making any of the simple choices over and over again. Download the FREE guide here: A Simple Guide to Living Well

Britt Brandon is an inspiration and breath of fresh air. She is on a mission to reach as many women as possible who have gone through big challenges in their lives, and wants to help them recover and live the life that they were meant for. Britt is a 40-year-old single mom of three residing in Apex, North Carolina. She is a survivor, proud woman in recovery, and powerhouse in the wellness industry! Once homeless and hopeless, she escaped an abusive marriage with nothing but her children and a determination to rebuild. Today, she stands as a beacon of resilience, using her journey to inspire and empower women to reclaim their health, happiness, and wholeness - especially those on the path of recovery. With 22 years in the wellness industry - dating back to the days of Bally's Total Fitness - Britt turned her psychology background into a mission to heal others, becoming a personal trainer, fitness nutrition specialist, DNA-based trainer, group fitness instructor, Pilates instructor, and Yoga I Instructor. Her expertise has guided over 10,000 clients worldwide, offering science-backed, sustainable strategies for lasting transformation. A prolific author, Britt has published 23 books on health, fitness, and nutrition, helping readers simplify wellness and create meaningful lifestyle changes. Her latest work, She Rises & Thrives: Loving Life in Recovery!, is a powerful guide designed to help hurting women heal and find joy beyond their struggles. As a proud woman in recovery, Britt is on a mission to help others rise above their circumstances and embrace the life they deserve. Through her books, coaching, and speaking, she continues to inspire women worldwide to step into strength, self-love, and lasting wellness - one empowered choice at a time. With an unwavering commitment to making a difference, Britt Brandon is more than just a wellness expert - she is a mentor, motivator, and advocate for women seeking transformation. Her work continues to touch lives, proving that with the right guidance, every woman has the power to rise and thrive! Resources Website Britt's book, [The Only Pregnancy Book You'll Ever Need: An Expectant Mom's Guide to Everything](The Only Pregnancy Book You'll Ever Need: An Expectant Mom's Guide to Everything) LinkedIn Instagram YouTube__

It is possible to love where you live, and you should. If you don’t, you can absolutely move, but if that isn’t the plan, there are many other changes you can make to create a home environment that you and your family love to come home to.

It is too easy to complain and blame someone else for a problem, challenge, or how you are feeling at any given moment. When you decide to look inward, and choose to see how you can better yourself, choose differently, or help someone else solve an issue, your life truly begins to change. Challenge and empower yourself this week to look inward, when your reaction many times wants you to look outward to find someone to blame.

We always have the chance to choose again. We are all human. We all mess up. Let us give ourselves, and others, grace, move on, and make our next choice a better choice. You can choose again.

Every day you should strive for these 3 wins. This is a reminder that our health is composed of our mind, body, and spirit. Start to approach your choices every day for your whole self. It will make all the difference.

It is possible to change how you are feeling right now, but you have to move, and redirect your focus. We really can control our mood and how we are feeling. There are two things that can help. Change your physiology, meaning stand up, walk outside, sit up straight, take a deep breath, or move in some other way. Second, change your focus. This is one of your powers. You “get” to control this.

Yes, there are a lot of good choices we can make more of. But, let us also pay attention to what we need less of. There are many choices that can change your health, by just saying no and choosing less of what is stressing you out. Let’s make 2025 the year of less drama, negativity, sugar, processed food, and more. You got this. Change your choices, change your life.

We get overwhelmed by all of the options, social media posts, supplements and more. This year I want you to change your mindset and change your habits, one small choice at a time. More of the good stuff, and less of the bad. Little by little. Over and over again. Challenge: Find one or two choices that you can focus on this week, to just be better than you were yesterday. Resources: Prayer. Rest. Boundaries. Movement.

Pay attention this week to the distractions that are stealing your time and energy. They are keeping you from living your best life. I want you to slow down, pause, and back off from the craziness of life, so that you have time for quiet and the time to find some clarity for your next best choice. Resources: Bible Daily Intentions Journal