Why You Keep Avoiding Breaks and How It’s Quietly Burning You Out

Ever find yourself dreaming of a weekend off-grid — yet talking yourself out of a 5-minute break? You’re not alone, and no, you’re not lazy. In this episode, we unpack the hidden perfectionism behind why so many ambitious moms resist rest unless it looks just right.

I explore the fantasy of the “perfect break,” how dismissing micro-pauses sabotages your well-being, and why your nervous system is craving presence — not escape.

You’ll learn:
🌀 Why short breaks feel “pointless” and how to reframe them
🌀 What your body is really trying to tell you when you’re fidgety or rushing
🌀 Why you don’t need to nap to rest — but you do need permission
🌀 A somatic practice to reclaim rest in real-time

Tune in and take a breath — this one’s for the part of you that keeps going, that keeps giving when what you really need... is to rest and receive.

Struggling to say no at work without feeling like you’re letting someone down? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive into why setting boundaries isn't just about protecting your time—it's a strategic career move, especially for ambitious moms juggling it all. You'll learn how to say no without guilt, recognize body signals that tell you when it's time to push back, and reframe boundaries as leadership tools—not acts of resistance. If you're tired of burning out and ready to lead with clarity and confidence, this one’s for you.

🎧 What you’ll learn:

• • Why boundaries are a career necessity, not a luxury
  • Four practical ways to say no without guilt
  • How your body can help you spot where boundaries are needed
  • A mindset shift to stop feeling like saying no = letting people down

  
  

  With the ⁠Work Challenge Playbook ⁠you get an amazing tool to tackle challenges in the areas of

  • productivity,
  • social dynamics,
  • creativity and
  • motivation

  before any spill over into your private life.

  www.bodyfulminds.com

  @bodyful_minds

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You’d think I have body awareness all figured out—but the truth is, I don’t. In this raw, unscripted episode, I take you behind the scenes of my personal struggle with body awareness, especially as someone with a background in competitive sports and a noisy, busy household.

I’m sharing this not just to be real with you—but because I know many ambitious moms feel like they’re failing when mindfulness doesn’t come naturally.

This episode is your reminder that being ‘bodyful’ isn’t about doing it perfectly. It’s about finding what works for you in the mess of motherhood. If I can do it, so can you.

www.bodyfulminds.com

@bodyful_minds