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Helping you calm the mind in a world full of noise.

Chad Lawson


    • Aug 5, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 16m AVG DURATION
    • 246 EPISODES

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    The Calm It Down podcast is a truly exceptional show that deserves all the praise it receives. From the moment I started listening, I was immediately captivated by the calming and thoughtful atmosphere created by host Chad Lawson. The podcast is masterfully constructed, with each episode containing unique storytelling and content that resonates deeply with its audience. The music and artwork of the podcast are also top-notch, adding to the overall immersive experience.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Chad's ability to understand his audience and deliver exactly what they need. Whether it's a reflection on regret or a guided mindfulness session, each episode provides a much-needed pause for listeners to disconnect from the busyness of life and engage in meaningful introspection. Chad's soothing voice and beautiful music contribute greatly to creating a peaceful presence throughout each episode.

    In terms of downsides, it's challenging to find any significant flaws in The Calm It Down podcast. Some listeners may prefer longer episodes or more frequent releases, but these are subjective preferences rather than genuine weaknesses. The quality of content and production consistently shines through, leaving little room for criticism.

    In conclusion, The Calm It Down podcast is an absolute gem that has the power to transform lives. Chad Lawson's talent as a musician and storyteller is evident in every episode, offering moments of clarity, relaxation, and inspiration. This podcast is pure magic for anyone seeking solace amidst the chaos of everyday life. Thank you, Chad, for sharing your gift with the world.



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    Latest episodes from Calm it Down

    The Worth You Forgot You Had

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 10:26


    When rejection or failure shows up, it often whispers the same story: maybe you just weren't enough. But what if your worth never left—only your memory of it did? In this episode, we explore how self-worth becomes tangled in performance, how rejection distorts our reflection, and why what can't be measured still matters. With both gentle reminders and a little lightness, we'll reclaim what was never truly lost. Let's step back into the quiet truth of who you are, as we Calm It Down in 3…2…1.

    When You Feel Like the Afterthought

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 11:38


    What happens when the person you love is still grieving someone else? This episode is for anyone who's felt like they showed up late, living in the shadow of a love that came before. We'll explore the quiet comparisons, the guilt of feeling them, and the ache of wondering if there's space for you in a heart still healing. Most of all, it's about stepping into your own place—not as a replacement, but as someone worth seeing now. Let's Calm It Down in 3, 2, 1.

    Calm it Down: Morning Affirmations - The Power of Not Knowing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 2:37


    A reminder that not knowing isn't weakness, it's the courage to stay curious and honest.

    The Loneliness of Being the Strong One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 13:34


    Ever feel like you're the one everyone leans on? The steady one. The strong one. The one who holds it all. This episode gently explores the quiet ache behind that strength and what happens when no one thinks to ask how you are. Let this be your invitation to loosen the armor and breathe as we Calm It Down in 3...2...1.

    When Your Mind Lives in Five Places at Once

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 2:43


    For the days when you feel pulled in every direction. A gentle invitation to return to the power of one.

    When You Feel Like Everyone Else Got the Manual

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 10:44


    Ever feel like everyone else got the manual on how to be human, and you're stuck guessing your way through? You're not alone. This episode unpacks the myth that everyone else has it figured out and reminds you that life isn't about following someone else's guide. It's about writing your own. Let's begin as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Calm it Down: Morning Affirmations - What Actually Fills You Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 2:44


    A gentle reminder to notice what actually nourishes you—and to make space for more of it.

    When It Feels Like Too Much

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 13:53


    Ever find yourself suddenly overwhelmed, with tears falling and your heart racing, and you're not even sure why?  This episode is for the moments when it all feels like too much. You'll learn how to ground yourself, soothe your nervous system, and tend to your inner light with gentleness and breath.  Let's begin as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    The Overexplainer's Dilemma: Why You Feel Compelled to Justify Everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 13:05


    Ever catch yourself giving a full monologue just to say “no”? You're not alone. In this episode, we explore why so many of us feel the need to justify even the simplest choices. From childhood patterns to approval seeking habits, we dig into the hidden cost of overexplaining and how to start letting go of the need to be fully understood. Let's Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

    Calm it Down: Morning Affirmations - The Kindest Voice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 1:47


     A soft start to the week, inviting you to speak to yourself with kindness.

    The Success Hangover: When the Finish Line Feels Empty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 12:32


    Have you ever reached a goal only to feel… nothing? That strange silence after the win, the kind where the fireworks never show up and you're left wondering, “Was this it?” This is the success hangover, and you're not alone. In this episode, we explore what happens when achievement feels more confusing than celebratory, and how to rewrite what success really means to you. Let's unpack the emotional receipt, loosen the guilt, and shift from chasing applause to chasing alignment. Let's Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

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    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations - Right Where I Am

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 2:53


     A soft start to the week, reminding you that right where you are is a perfectly good place to begin.

    Microscripts We Live By: The Tiny Lies That Shape Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 13:08


    Have you ever said “I'm fine” when you weren't even close? Microscripts are those tiny, polite phrases we use to smooth things over. They might help us survive awkward moments, but they can also keep us from being seen. In this episode, we explore how to notice the stories we tell out of habit and gently rewrite them in a voice that sounds more like us. Say what you mean (but softer), as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations - The Art of Receiving

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 2:40


    For those who give easily but struggle to receive, this is your soft permission to let goodness in

    How to Miss Someone Without Losing Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 15:25


    Have you ever missed someone so deeply it felt like parts of you went missing too? In this episode, we explore what happens when longing for someone blurs your sense of self. Learn how to name the ache, honor what mattered, and gently return to your center without losing who you are. Join us as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmation - The Softest Kind of Brave

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 2:51


    A quiet invitation to let go of the performance and find courage in being seen just as you are.

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations -The Pause Before the Bloom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 2:46


    A soft ending to the week for when you feel something coming—but can't name it yet. Sometimes the pause is the most important part.

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations - When It's Quiet Between People

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 2:37


    For the quiet between people, this reminder helps you trust the space without assuming it means something's wrong

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations - The Middle is Still Movement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 2:51


     This one's for when you're not quite at the start or finish. A gentle reminder that the in-between still counts as movement.

    Why You Keep Checking That One Person's Profile

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 11:35


    Do you still find yourself checking their profile, even though you don't talk anymore? This episode explores why we stay stuck in old connections online and how to finally let go. You'll learn how to stop the scroll, find what you're really searching for, and make space for who you're becoming. Let's begin, as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations - A Moment Before the Answer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 2:43


    A soft reflection for the in-between moments—when clarity hasn't arrived, but peace still can.

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations - When You're Not Quite Ready

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 2:43


    For the mornings when you're not fully in gear, this is your reminder that showing up halfway still counts.

    Stillness Isn't Lazy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 15:55


    In a noisy world, silence can be your greatest ally. This episode delves into how quiet moments can restore balance and provide clarity amid the chaos. We explore how silence isn't about absence, but presence—and how healing doesn't always require noise or action. Sometimes, the most powerful moments are the ones where we do nothing at all… except listen. As we Calm it Down in 3...2...1

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations - Sorry I Was Trying Too Hard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 2:25


    A soft start to the week for anyone exhausted from over efforting. This is your reminder that trying too hard doesn't make you more worthy, it just makes you tired.

    The Healing Power of Creativity (For When You've Given Up on Yours)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 13:12


    This episode is for the ones who stopped creating—not because they didn't love it, but because somewhere along the way, they felt they had to be great at it to be allowed back in. We explore what it means to return to creativity after stepping away, how to reframe the fear of not measuring up, and why the healing power of creating comes not from the outcome, but the act itself. Come home to your art, your process, and your breath—as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations - Maybe You've Been Somewhere Else

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 3:54


    A gentle reminder that you're still here, beneath the noise and demands. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is simply notice your own breath.

    The Power of No: Redefining Your Priorities

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 15:54


    Ever find yourself saying yes… when every part of you wanted to say no? In this episode of Calm it Down, we're talking about the quiet courage of setting boundaries—and how every “no” is actually a deeper “yes” to yourself. It's not about pushing people away. It's about coming home to who you are. Let's walk gently through what it means to protect your peace. As we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

    Calm It Down: Morning Affirmations - When Your Brain Won't Shut Up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 2:12


    For mornings when your mind is already racing. This reflection invites you to exhale, pause, and remember: you don't have to carry everything before the day even begins.

    The Emotional Seasons: Understanding Your Inner Weather

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 18:58


    Ever feel like your emotions don't make sense? Like one day you're light and blooming, and the next, you're heavy and still? This episode explores the idea that our inner lives move through seasons, just like the natural world. From spring's new beginnings to winter's quiet stillness, each emotional season brings wisdom—and each one belongs. You're not broken. You're not behind. You're in a season. And that season is allowed to be exactly what it is. As we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Calm It Down : Morning Affirmations - You Don't Have to Feel Ready

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 2:02


    For those mornings when motivation is nowhere to be found. It's a nudge to show up anyway—messy hair, doubts, and all—and to remember that even the smallest step forward still counts.

    The Loneliness Of Healing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 15:02


    Healing can be beautiful—but also deeply lonely. In this episode, we explore why personal growth and recovery often feel like such solitary paths, even when you're surrounded by others. From the silence of setting boundaries to the ache of letting go, we unpack why healing sometimes isolates us—and why that doesn't mean you're doing it wrong. We'll talk about how to find meaningful connection during these tender, in-between seasons and close with affirmations to gently remind you: you're not alone. Let's Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

    The Parts We Hide

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 16:17


    We all have parts of ourselves we keep tucked away—the parts we've been told are too much, too sensitive, too different. But what if those parts were never the problem? In this episode, we explore the quiet courage it takes to embrace the parts of ourselves we've hidden away. Not to fix them. Not to change them. But to finally welcome them home. This is your invitation to meet the whole of who you are. As we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

    Harnessing Hope in Hard Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 15:32


    Ever lie awake replaying a moment you wish you could undo? Regret can feel like a heavy backpack you never meant to carry—but what if it's actually a compass pointing you toward growth? In this episode, learn how to turn past missteps into meaningful insights and carry wisdom instead of shame. Let's reframe regret together as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Reframing Regret: Lessons from the Past

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 15:09


    Ever lie awake replaying a moment you wish you could undo? Regret can feel like a heavy backpack you never meant to carry—but what if it's actually a compass pointing you toward growth? In this episode, learn how to turn past missteps into meaningful insights and carry wisdom instead of shame. Let's reframe regret together as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Rebuilding After Burnout

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 14:40


    Feeling drained no matter how much you sleep? Like your spark has dimmed and you're not sure how to reignite it? This episode explores how burnout isn't a dead end—it's a signal. Discover simple, soul-nourishing ways to rebuild your energy, one small breath at a time. Let's find your spark again… as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    The Puzzle of Self-Identity: Finding the Missing Piece

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 17:02


    Ever feel like you're just going through the motions, unsure of who you really are beneath the labels and expectations? In this episode, we'll explore how to reclaim the missing pieces of your identity, let go of what doesn't fit, and rediscover what truly makes you you. Join me as we Calm It Down in 3…2…1.

    Almost: Finding Beauty in the Unfinished

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 15:46


    Ever feel like you're collecting unfinished chapters instead of success stories? Like every “almost” is just another way of saying, “not quite good enough”? But what if those loose ends aren't failures at all? What if they're part of something unfolding, something still in motion? Maybe our “almosts” aren't dead ends—they're turning points, guiding us toward something we couldn't have planned. Let's explore how to see the beauty in life's unfinished symphonies and turn them into stepping stones forward as we Calm It Down in 3...2...1.

    Color Outside the Lines

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 18:57


    Stuck following rules you never chose?  We often limit ourselves with invisible "shoulds" and "must-dos" that were never our own decisions.  Today, let's learn to spot these hidden boundaries, question them, and take your first steps toward genuine freedom.  Ready to create a life on your own terms? Let's break free as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Honest Conversations: Letting Go of Guilt and Speaking Your Truth

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 19:12


    Ever find yourself agreeing to something before you've even had a chance to think? Long-standing relationships can make boundaries feel impossible—guilt, history, and unspoken roles keeping us stuck. In this episode, we're unpacking why setting limits with those closest to us is so hard—and how to finally say, this is what I need. Let's Calm It Down in 3...2...1.

    The Cookie Theory: What Grandma Knew About Empathy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 13:44


    Ever notice how the world feels a bit like a recipe gone wrong - all the ingredients are there, but something essential is missing? In this episode, we explore how empathy might be that missing ingredient in everything from neighborhood disputes to global conflicts. Discover practical ways to develop your empathy muscles and transform difficult relationships through understanding. Learn how small shifts in perspective can create ripples of change as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    The Good Kind of Selfish

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 21:14


    Do you feel guilty every time you put yourself first? Like you're somehow being selfish when you say "no" to others to say "yes" to yourself? It's time to reframe what being "selfish" really means. Just like putting on your own oxygen mask first in an airplane emergency (this will make more sense in the episode), taking care of yourself isn't optional – it's essential. Discover how healthy boundaries and self-care actually make you more available to others as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Am I More Than This?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 16:04


    Who are we without the titles, trophies, and applause? We spend so much time chasing success, but does it define us? In this episode, we explore what truly makes us who we are—beyond achievements, beyond expectations. Because in the end, it's not what we do, but who we are that truly lasts. Let's find where we really are as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

    When Help Isn't Helpful

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 18:02


    Ever catch yourself rushing to fix someone's problems, only to realize maybe that's not what they needed? We all want to help those we care about, but sometimes our well-meaning support misses the mark. In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between being there for others and giving them space to grow. Learn practical strategies for offering the kind of help that truly helps as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    When They Don't Love You Back (Rebroadcast)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 17:48


    Wuv, Twue, Wuv. No, today's episode isn't about one of the greatest films ever made (The Princess Bride) but something I'm certain we've all experienced at least once in our life. Unrequited love. That ‘I like them but they haven't even noticed I'm in the same room' kinda thing.  Chasing or loving someone that doesn't share the same warm & fuzzies is hard. Brutally hard, emotionally. And while we've all been there before, it still feels like ‘you're the only one'. Today, we talk about fishing (yup), our emotions and what to do when you toss the ball but it's never caught, much less thrown back.   Grab a seat and let's find some healing as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

    Bridge of Hope (Rebroadcast)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 15:54


    Feeling like the past year was a rollercoaster you didn't sign up for? Ready to step into the new year with a little less stress and a lot more calm? Join me as we cross the Bridge of Hope—a simple, feel-good breathing exercise and visualization to let go of what's heavy and embrace what's ahead. Let's Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

    The Firefly Within: Healing Childhood Wounds (Rebroadcast)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 21:36


    Ever feel like part of you is stuck in the past, holding onto old wounds? In this episode, we're diving into inner child healing—reconnecting with your younger self, honoring past hurts, and finding the joy that's always been yours. I'll share stories and simple tools to help you let go of old baggage, heal, and rediscover the light within you. Let's embrace your inner firefly and reignite that radiant, resilient spirit as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

    The Puzzle of Grief (Rebroadcast)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 18:20


    Feeling like there's an empty space where someone you loved used to be? This episode explores grief not just as loss, but as proof of a love worth celebrating. Learn how to honor your memories while finding new ways to share that love with others. Ready to transform emptiness into purpose? Let's Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Better, Not Perfect (Repeat Episode)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 16:26


    Let's be real - trying to be perfect is exhausting. In this episode, we're ditching perfectionism and focusing on something that actually works: being better than we were before. Instead of piling on guilt and worry, we'll explore building habits that stick and setting goals that matter. Our mantra for 2025? "Better, Not Perfect." Come join me - as it might just change how you think about being ‘Perfect' while we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    Recalculating Route: Your Quarter-Life Crisis Survival Guide

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 15:53


    Feeling lost while everyone else seems to be cruising down their perfect career highway? Don't sweat it - that quarter-life crisis isn't a detour, it's your inner GPS recalibrating. Let's talk about turning those "what am I doing with my life?" moments into clues about who you're becoming. Get ready to embrace the beautiful uncertainty of your twenties as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    The Beautiful Mess Theory

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 15:37


    Have you ever felt like life's a crumpled fitted sheet—messy, imperfect, and far from the neat rectangle you imagined? In this episode, we unpack The Beautiful Mess Theory—how the chaos and wrinkles in your story hold unexpected beauty and meaning. Learn to embrace imperfection, reframe the messy moments, and uncover the gold seams in your life as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

    What Emotion Are You Feeling Right Now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 16:06


    Can't quite put your finger on what you're feeling? You're not alone. In this episode, we explore why naming our emotions matters and how it can change everything. Learn simple ways to check in with yourself and understand what those feelings are really telling you, as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

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