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Today I am talking about how to make powerful decisions and the importance of doing so.  I am also letting you know that I am taking a small podcast hiatus during July + August as a way to regroup and recharge... this was a powerful decision that I made, and even though my brain offered a lot of reasons why this was a very scary and important decision, making it consciously and powerfully has been such a great thing for me.  Please stay subscribed to State of a Mother and I will be back in full force Sept 2021!  Much love,  Kate   

This week I'm talking the things I get coached on regularly. I want to make sure we all know that just because I'm a Life Coach and can teach these tools, I still have a human brain that needs consistent managing + monitoring.    The four areas include body image/self love, money, the thought "I'm not good enough" and my marriage/relationships.    I give you the lowdown on why I get coached in these areas and how that impacts my life.    Have a listen, rate + review! 

This week I dive into some simple things I stopped doing in my life that have been game changers...  It came from the idea that I don't have to give my kids lunch on the weekend (what?!?) I guess I forgot that was an option!   Don't worry, I still feed my kids, but I decided to do it differently, and that has made all the difference.    Take a listen and let me know what you think.  Also would love a rating a review! 

Today I am talking about what happens when a specific belief truly clicks in your brain,  and how everything you have in your life came from a thought/belief that you then brought into reality.  It's a powerful concept to tap into.  Our beliefs drive everything we do and create everything we have. When our beliefs are not aligned (for example we say all the mantras to create abundance, but deep down believe money is hard), the result of more money will not be delivered.  One of my clients is the best example of this. Today I share how her belief about weight was keeping her stuck until we uncovered all those sneaky thoughts hiding in her brain and poked a couple of holes in them. The weight DROPPED off after that. It was like the snap of a finger.  This is the power of your thought and what you believe to be possible. It's not magic… but kind of.  Have a listen and let me know what you think. 

Today we are looking at the capacity to have. How good are you at having?  It shows up in our ability to receive praise and compliments without pushing them away or knocking them down.  It shows in our ability to take up space in the world instead of hiding and thinking that what we have to say/give doesn't matter.  It shows up in our ability to make money and keep it, rather than spend it right away.  Understanding your capacity to have is important. Being able to accept and have things, creates abundance. It lets you know that there is enough to go around- and that your “having” doesn't diminish from anyone else's.  Listen in today and please leave a rating and review if you love this podcast! 

Today I am talking about your capacity to give without any strings attached.  Love, time, value and money are all “commodities” that we can give without asking for anything in return.  So on the episode today I am asking you to assess your capacity to give in these areas, and how to create more abundant thoughts that will help you give more in these areas.  I ponder the question, does giving create abundance? Or does feeling abundant allow you to be giving? My answer at the end of it…. Maybe it doesn't matter? Maybe it's both. The result is the same- when we give love, time, value and money, we have the ability to feel amazing about it.  Take a listen and let me know what you think by leaving a rating and review :) 

Today I am talking about the three ways you are holding yourself back.  Whether it’s from the job, the relationship, the desired weight, or the big crazy dream you have for yourself, our brain wants to keep us safe and often does this in the sneakiest of ways.  Let's dive into each of these so you can become more aware of when you're:  #1- Fighting for your Limits #2- Believing your Thoughts  #3- Dropping into Helpless Mode  These are all things, that with a little awareness to do the opposite, can completely change how you show up for your life and have you powerfully going after everything you want.

Do you get ready for your day every day? This has been hit and miss for me since #pandemiclife and we all started working from home.  But since getting over my drama about it and deciding that getting ready is non-negotiable,  I have instilled specific routines into my life to ensure that I am on point every day as far as my appearance. Today I walk you through: 1-  Why levelling up your undies and bra can be a big game changer. 2- How and why to wear clothes that reflect your personal style and curating a closet specific to that.  3- How to use your thoughts to put you in the frame of mind where getting ready and looking good is easy.  Rate + Review this episode if you LOVE it :) 

Learn how to harness the power of your period and tune in to my chat with Ashlee Sorenson.  Ashlee is an amazing Life Coach who works with women in need of hormone support.  She talks to us about;  The 4 stages of our cycle and how they impact mood, energy and everything else.  How to track your cycle so you know where you are at any https://www.instagram.com/ashleesorensencoaching/ given time in the month  Which foods to increase/eliminate depending on where you are in your cycle  Resources to support with all of this  Ashlee also talks about her Cycle Strategy 101 Class happening TOMORROW! Send her a DM to ashleesorensoncoaching to sign up.  Books:  Period Repair Manual + Period Power  

If you're in a rut and want to start implementing a new habit, the hardest step to take is the first one, which is why momentum can be the most powerful tool in order to just get going.  In today's episode I'm talking about how I use the power of baby steps and momentum to get myself up early, dressed in the morning and back on top of all the things that have been sliding lately. I also teach you my 15 minute rule, which is another brain hack that will help get you working on what you need to work on with a very low barrier to entry.  Subscribe and leave a review!  Follow me @katetdalton on Instagram 

Today I'm talking food protocols and answering the most common questions I get that are leaving people stuck:  1- How do you plan dinners out?  2- How do you deal with food on vacation?  3- I have cravings for carbs during my period, do I change my protocol?  4- I'm newly pregnant and don't know what I want to eat from one day to the next! 5- I work shift-work- how do I make a food plan that I can follow?  Spoiler alert: The answer to all of these is some version of, "you get to choose how you want to eat and are free to put ANYTHING on your protocol." The real problem is fear.    Fear that you're doing it wrong. Fear there's a right answer and you don't know it.  Fear that you'll be ashamed of what you put on your plan, so better to not plan at all.  Fear to make a decision and stick to it.  I want to talk you through all of this and get you to a place where you not only enjoy making a food protocol, you see how the simple act of creating it builds so much integrity and trust with yourself- which is the most amazing byproduct of all. 

Did you know that other people can’t hurt your feelings?  The truth is, nobody has that much power over you.  Your brain gets to decide what to think at every turn- just because someone calls you stupid doesn’t mean you have to believe it. Doesn't mean you have to be ‘hurt’ by it.  That rhyme-  Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me- It’s 100% true.  A name someone calls us can’t hurt us. It’s just a word. It’s a sound. It tells us more about that other person, than about us. A name has zero power until we make it mean something.  Today I want to shine some light on this concept for you because when you are in full control of your emotional life the world can throw anything at you and it’s all good. It doesn’t mean we feel happy all the time or that we enjoy being called names, but it does mean we understand the agency we have to decide how to feel about it. 

What I'm talking about today is where we argue with the things we can’t change and make ourselves miserable because of them. You might not even realize you’re doing this.  It sounds like:  “I wish I didn’t marry my current spouse”  “I wish I wasn’t abused as a child” “I wish COVID and pandemics didn’t exist”  “I wish I made amends with my parents before they died”  All of these wishes seem justified. But these thoughts actually leave you yearning to change something that cannot be changed.  Our thought about what happened can change, but the actual circumstance (maybe that you married a person, or that you were abused as a child), those are just facts now. It doesn’t mean we like what happened, but wishing it away will always leave you suffering.  I believe that there is supposed to be pain in the world. I believe that there are supposed to be hard times for humans. I believe that not everything should be perfect all of the time.  The reason I believe it is because it’s what this life experience is showing me over and over.  Come listen and let me know what you think. 

On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate your self-confidence?  So many women and clients that I talk to are very low on this scale, but it’s only because they say things like:  I can’t start that passion project because I don’t know how.  I would love to try creating something, but I've never done it before.  I’m not experienced enough to apply for that job. I’m not good enough to ask for the raise.  It’s too hard for me.  Listen up! These sentences are the biggest roadblocks in your desire to be more self confident. If you’ve said any version of them (there are many more), you are stalling your ability to be a 10/10 on the self-confidence dial.  These thoughts are like a big, wet blanket on the fire of your dreams and they lead to inaction every single time.  Today on the podcast I want to teach you new sentences + ways of thinking that will level you up in this area. I will explain what self-confidence is and how it’s different from confidence, as well as the four areas to focus on in order to build your self-confidence.  Because we aren’t born self-confident. It’s something we develop internally as we take risks, fail, and then continue to love and respect ourselves on the other side.  What if your thoughts could sound more like this: I can figure anything out.  I create anything I truly want. I have the exact experience I need to achieve this goal. I am willing to feel any emotion on the way to my dreams. I can do hard things. You in?

This week’s conversation with Shannon Stewart is SUPER interesting. As an Intuitive business coach, Shannon’s approach is all about energy, and she teaches women entrepreneurs to work with the flow of the moon.  The moon has an incredible impact on us whether you know it or realize it, and when you can harness that energy and tap into the ebbs and flows, magical things can happen.  We talk about:  The cycles of the moon- what they mean and where you can focus during each phase  The days of the week- did you know that each day is named after a planet and is either feminine or masucline?  Self care- how to schedule it into your daily plan, and why it’s so important to stop and recharge regularly.  All the woo.  Shannon is an amazing soul and good friend- you can check her out on Instagram @themodernhustle + for information about her coaching program, Align + Elevate, head over here.  Also- If you haven't left a rating and review I would LOVE to hear what you think! Follow me on IG @katetdalton + Subscribe so you never miss an episode. 

Today on the podcast I am sharing three things I have been doing for self-care lately. They go beyond a sea salt bath and lighting a candle (not that those things aren't amazing).  What I’m talking about today are the things I do to keep me more calm throughout my entire day- not just for a window in the evening before bed.  Because if you’re like me, you’re probably always zooming out on your day- looking at all the things that need to be done and then just powering through with your eyes on the prize.  This can work in short busts, but when it becomes just the way you are- always busy, always working, always planning, always moving…. Well, then it just stops working.  Today I encourage you to zoom in. What if walking breaks and rest were scheduled into your day? What if you never planned more than you could manage? What if you checked in with your breath and emotions regularly?  This is the type of self-care I’m riffing on today!  How to turn on red light on iphone- here

Today I want you to check in and give you a couple of things to think about when it comes to all the big plans you made for 2021.  #1- Are you still into this goal? Were you ever into it? What are your current thoughts?  #2- Your goal may not turn out exactly as planned and that's ok. Sometimes when you're trying to get from point A-C you forgot that B was also a really amazing place and that's actually where your heart is. Oprah explains it much better, but the point is, set the vision and let the universe meet you halfway.  Take a listen and if you enjoy the show today, please leave me a rating + reviews Oprah Trees.  Food + Body Freedom MasterClass (FREE)- Register here  Work with me- email katetdalton@gmail.com 

On March 27th I’m hosting a free Masterclass Food + Body Freedom, at 10am PST.  I am going to teach you the 3 key areas you need to focus on and understand in order to change the way you view yourself, talk to yourself, and eat.  We will look at our thoughts, the feelings we need to feel, and the key actions to take to love your body and improve the relationship you have with yourself.  I will answer all your questions and will even bring you on for live coaching if you want it.  This isn’t a diet or a cleanse. This is a reprogramming of your mind.  If you want to view food, exercise and your body in a new way, register now. 

Listen up today to hear my 5 "rules" for eating that breakthrough traditional diet culture, and offer a more mindful way to fuel your body.  Here they are:  Food must be delicious  Sit down while you eat  No Day Old Cake  Plan your food every day  Let yourself get hungry (sometimes) We dive in to and I explain why each is important to me. There might be one or two that you decide work for you as well.  If you haven't RATED + REVIEWED the podcast please do that today!  Follow me on Instagram! @katetdalton

On the podcast today I’m sharing a conversation with my friend Ashleigh Smith. Ashleigh is a Mom of 2 boys, runs her own online fitness coaching business, and (when we met) was a killer spin instructor - proving she knows how to motivate people on a bike, and remotely through her online workouts.  More than that, she is incredibly open and real about her journey as a leader in fitness, her journey with her body, and what changed once she had her boys.  We talk about body image,  diet culture, the importance of ‘working out your brain’ and  how to navigate the food rules we so easily place on ourselves. Ashleigh has some easy tips on how to stay on track with your workouts and valuable insights around how she views her own health and wellness that I think you’ll find useful.  Find me on Instagram @Katetdalton Ashleigh Smith:  Email: heyactiveash@gmail.com IG: ashleighasmith Please rate + review if you love this podcast XO  

Today I am sharing a coaching session with my friend + Life Coach, Ashlee Sorenson.  Ashlee wanted to get coached on infertility and was willing to record and share it so that my podcast listeners could understand how coaching works and the power of being coached.  She also wants to normalize this for us.  Infertility is not shameful or secretive.  It is also not anyone's fault.  I know Ashlee had some big Aha moments and it was an honour to guide her through this process. I am so appreciative of her candidness and I hope to share more conversations like this on my podcast. You can follow Ashlee on IG @ ashleesorensoncoaching Follow me @KateTdalton or email me kateTdalton@gmail.com to coach with me. 

Do you have big goals for 2021 that you feel like you are already FAILING at?  What if I told you failing is part of the deal, and actually the clue that you've moving in the right direction.  Failing is the neon path that leads to your dreams. The only thing you need to do to get to your dreams is make it through each and every fail, one at a time. Will that feel uncomfortable? 1000% Can we ‘do’ discomfort? Yes, as many times as required.   Today I want to sell you on failing. I want to show you that failing is part of the deal and that fighting against it not only doesn’t work, it is the barrier to getting everything you truly want in your life.  Follow me on instagram @katetdalton Coach with me! Email kateTdalton@gmail.com for a free consult.

Today I am sharing a conversation I had recently with my friend Stephanie Godoy. Steph is a Mom of 2 boys, a badass in the MLM industry (she’s created a team of over 700 women in her Rodan + Fields business), and loves self-development as much as we all do.  We talk about money, mindset, kids, parenting, manifestation and what's possible when you set your mind right.  Steph gives us her recommendations on books and how to plant the seeds with your kids about abundance.  We are all over the map, and exactly on brand, as two friends who talk a little too fast, a little too excitedly, and are both driven to create big things in our lives.  Books:  The Surrender Experiment- Michael Singer  Judgement Detox- Gabrielle Bernstein Journey of Souls- Michael Newton  Signs, Signals and Clues- Willie Carter  Follow Steph on Instagram

Today on the podcast I am walking you through the stages of understanding your mind.  Going from a place of no awareness about what you’re thinking and believing.  Moving into awareness and 'seeing' your thoughts, without the need to change anything.  And finally, reaching a place of full awareness and the ability to interrupt and actually change those thoughts. Which could change everything.  Note that this journey moves more like a ping pong ball than a straight line.  There is a continual back and forth,  left and right, zigzag type of thing happening- that will make you feel like you’re winning one day, and losing the next.  This thoughtwork is WORK. It’s the best you’ll ever do.  Follow me on IG or email at Katetdalton@gmail.com   

Today on the podcast I’m back with the fountain of youth and information- NIcola Anderson.  We are talking about stress and how it impacts our lives and our health.  Nicola explains where stress comes from, complementary and un-complementary forms of stress, and how to use your lifestyle, food choices, and supplements to support when you are feeling tired or rundown.  We talk about the positive benefits of loading your body with exercise, and how even the “good things” can turn into negative stress when we overdo it.  Nicola has such a moderate and approachable perspective on health, believing in 100% good choices, 80% of the time. There are so many gems and takeaways from this episode. If you feel like your body needs a reboot (or just a nap), this is one for you.  Nicola can be reached on social at https://www.instagram.com/nicolafleur_nutrition/ Please take a moment to SUBSCRIBE, RATE + REVIEW :) 

In today’s episode I’m talking about feelings- and most importantly, how to feel. Feelings are not a soft skill.  When you are willing to feel, you will be willing to take more chances and make bigger choices. When you are willing to feel, you will see that you have so much more power than you think.  A feeling is just a sensation in our body.  Sadness. Anger, Resentment, Love. Fear. Despair. Happiness- all of these are just vibrations in our body caused by the thoughts we are thinking. Many of us feel the inkling of sadness and refuse to feel it. We eat, drink, binge TV, scroll social media, clean the house, go to sleep, go for a run… we do everything in our power to not feel sadness in our body.  Today I want to show you the power of feeling your emotions.  I want to show you that when you allow your feelings, the feelings move through you (they don’t get stuck), and they dissipate.  It matters because when you know the worst thing that can happen is a feeling, and you are willing to feel any feeling, you are in control of your life.  Enjoy! 

Isn’t it crazy how we can actually fall in love with celebrities and people on the internet, without them even knowing we exist (hello Oprah!)?  It’s because the relationship we have with them and the connection we have with them, is created in our minds. All relationships are created in our minds. The bonds you have where you feel incredible love, commitment, safety and acceptance- that’s not because the other person is giving it to you.  Those relationships where you feel awkward, tense, dislike, or disconnection- that’s not because the other person is depriving you.  In both of these scenarios, the thoughts you think about that person (good or bad), are all on you and all within your control.  This is the best news. It means that if you want to fix a relationship or feel deeper love for someone, you have the power to make that happen- you don’t even need to tell them you are doing it #brainexplosion.  Listen up to today’s podcast where I take you through a specific exercise you can do to improve all of your relationships- including the one you have with yourself. Follow me @katetdalton on Instagram 

Change your thoughts about money today! On this episode we dive into common money beliefs and then show why they don't work and don't serve you to make and have money.  Want to work with me?  Connect on IG @Katetdalton 

Today we dive into key ways to make losing weight, and improving your relationship with food, doable for the rest of your life.  We aren't talking fad diets, cleanses, giving up the food you love, or anything else the diet industry wants us all to believe.  I want to show you that none of that is necessary to start loving your body right now. I want to show you why creating a food protocol, weighing yourself, and managing the urge to eat when you aren't hungry are so key to changing your entire relationship with YOU.  If losing weight and creating 100% love for your body is on your agenda for 2021 and beyond,this one is for you

Are 2021 goals on your radar yet? I’ve been thinking A LOT about mine and today on my podcast I talk about the mindset you need to achieve some amazing stuff next year.  And no- it’s not just about having a positive mindset. It’s about drawing on our past for evidence where we need it.  It’s about looking to our future and imagining who we will be when we accomplish our goal.  And it’s about the thoughts I keep on standby to immediately squash any brain drama that comes up- you know the drama I mean right? Where you think you aren’t good enough to do anything relevant. Where you’re embarrassed about what everyone will think.Where you question all of it and think watching Netflix with some ice cream might be easier than actually doing something epic.  Yup, I’m right there with you. Today I teach you the tools I lean on to create the things I desire in my life.  Please listen and RATE + REVIEW if you like what you hear today. 

Make a food plan. Eat only what's on your plan. Allow urges to come and go. Repeat.  These are the steps for managing your mind around food, and it's what changed everything for me. Today on the podcast I want to share the food plan concept and how to use the most evolved part of your brain to plan what you eat so that you don't go through the holidays snacking on every gingerbread man you come across.  The planning is easy- the mental work that inevitably comes up is what's tough. But it can all be made easier when you start to manage your mind.  Want to coach with me? Message me on IG @Katetdalton or email me: KateTdalton@gmail.com  Also please RATE + REVIEW if you like what you hear :) 

You know what you can't control? People. Full stop.  Today I'm talking about how to put down the manual for the people in our lives, because inevitably they will show up and be themselves... it's just how the humans behave.  If you haven't listened to my episode on The Manual- check out Ep # 13.  I am also taking on 3 more clients to coach for FREE! Email me at katetdalton@gmail.com or DM me on IG if you're keen :)   

Today I am chatting SLEEP with Bridgette Clare- we talk through how to create a sleep routine that is easy and manageable (no matter who is on bedtime duty), what 'sleep training' actually is, and the mistakes we both made in the beginning (and still make) with our kids + sleep.   I also had some questions about how to get a 4 year old to bed without sitting in her room all night- #askingforafriend.  Bridgette is a wealth of knowledge- you can hire her here or check her out on Instagram here.  If you like what you hear today, please rate and review! XO   

Today on the podcast I’m sharing a conversation I recently had with my friend Nicola Anderson- she’s a Holistic Nutritionist, and a woman with the most glowing skin ever.  (I ask her about that specifically btw, and she has some tips!) We also talk about the supplements she thinks women should be taking, and the importance of food when it comes to truly maintaining optimal health. If you've got your supplement routine nailed, this might offer some new options to cycle through- and if you're brand new to supplement, this is the perfect place to start.  Brands we Discuss:  Skin- The Ordinary  Probiotics- Nova, Genestra HMF  Magnesium- Bob's Magnesium Bisglycinate (my absolute favourite Mg)  B Complex: Thorne B Complex    Omegas: Ascenta NutraVege (vegan)  NutraSea (fish)  Flora Udo's Oil 3-6-9- Blend (vegan)    Sleep:  Zen Theanine  5-HTP  PLEASE RATE + REVIEW IF YOU LOVE IT :) 

Today on the podcast I am chatting with style guru (in my eyes anyway), Michelle Sumiko-  a guest who is 100% going to help with leveling up your style!  As a mom (who now works exclusively from home), getting dressed sometimes doesn’t happen for me until 2pm. Gulp. It usually means sweatpants, a t-shirt, bra optional, and my hair in a top knot. Double gulp.  I guess it’s not terrible- I'm super comfy after all, but it could be so much better.  And what I learned from Michelle today is that it only takes a couple of basic pieces in your wardrobe, combined with some more exciting shoes or jewelry, to give you that extra little oomph to your look. I really enjoyed our chat where she shared her style inspo, key wardrobe essentials, tips on how to layer jewelry and ways to incorporate trends into your leisure-wear.  Links we talk about:  Loeffler Randall  Zara Blue Ruby  Petits Vilains Jacadi  Petit Bateau    Etsy Shop here Follow Michelle on IG Follow me on IG  If you liked this episode please rate + review! 

Feelings drive everything we do. Every goal, dream, desire and hope- we reach for it because we think it will make us feel a certain way.  Feelings also drive everything we don't do. The fear, the anxiety, the sadness, the pain, the regret- we avoid doing (fill in the blank) because we are scared of the things we might feel in order to get there.  But the truth is, to have the full human experience we need to feel and be open to all of it.   What are you willing to feel? It's a powerful question. And when the answer is "everything", it's a powerful place to be.   

Today I'm sharing some of the practices, tips, tricks and mind hacks I use daily to keep me on track with my goals and health.  It's a list that ranges from tongue scraping (yup), to eliminating the 2pm snack. I also remind you (and myself) that all of these things are just nice to do sometimes.  They aren't meant to hold us to a standard that is unattainable and perfect all the time.  Please subscribe and rate my podcast if you like what you hear!  Links:  Tongue scraper  Organifi Green Juice Kion Coffee MCT Oil 

Today I'm sharing my thoughts on the 50/50 of life. 50% of the time things will go our way, we will feel good feelings and think positive thoughts. But none of that would even exist without the times that things didn't go our way, the 50% that wasn't so good, or wasn't so positive.   Knowing that life is 50/50 will relieve you from wanting to be happy, or thinking you should be happy all the time. You will always experience both sides of the good and bad, which is beautiful and what make the human experience so incredible and profound.   

So What? It's a question that help with breaking through the mental  swirl our brains sometimes like to dwell on. It can help you get clear on what you are making all your drama and all your problems mean. "So What" is sometimes the biggest clarifier to really get to the bottom of your issue and I'm talking about how to use it today on the podcast.   

A lot of new Moms talk about this idea of ‘coming through the fog’ after having a babyI came across a picture of myself recently where I am deep in the fog. I can see it on my face.  I remember thinking that I should have been happy (we were on vacation in Mexico), but I was struggling big time.  Today on the podcast I want to share my experience because I know so many of you feel this way and feel isolated by it. This idea of ‘faking happy’ or feeling like you should feel happy when you aren’t.  Or struggling with your body. Or dealing with postpartum depression. Or hating your partner all of a sudden. Or resenting your kids. I get it. It’s all normal. You’re doing all of it correctly.  There are so many things as Moms and women we feel on a very deep level after having our kids- and today I just want to share my story and maybe give you some comfort knowing that: girl- you are not alone. 

On the podcast today I want to share with you how to get anything you want done. I can confidently say I’m an expert in this area. I don’t feel overworked or overwhelmed- but I have a lot on the go, and I “somehow” manage to get it all done. Spoiler: I don’t rely on “somehow”.  I rely on really empowering thoughts and I am not a perfectionist. Listen in for tips on the mind and tactical tools to use in your life. 

It’s the final week of our home organization challenge and today we are talking through front entry tidy up so that its easy to access your Fall/Winter clothing and how to best create spaces for your family to easily find what they need as they head out the door.  I have my best tips for small spaces and also talk through how I handle the shoes in our home- rotating out the summer flips flops and ensuring that everything we have out fits and is being worn.  The bins I reference are here + hanging shelves here.   

This week we are talking through closet organization. There are two main questions you need to ask yourself today: “Do I like this?” & “Do I wear this?”  If you answer “no” to either it’s time to say ‘peace’ to that item of clothing. I will talk you through the guilt we often feel when going through this process and how to let that all go in order to create a space that feels light and inviting.  RESOURCES/INSPIRATION:  Hanging shelves for closet        

This week we are taking it to the bathroom and cleaning out the elusive "under the bathroom counter". Mentally prepare yourself to say goodbye to all those products you aren't using or duplicates.  I will give you some of my best tips on how I organize this space + advice to get you through this without any drama.  Resources/Inspiration:  I use these shelves to create more vertical space + these stackable bins.  I also love the idea of these drawers to create more spaces for like items. 

It's time for some Fall organization, so this month is all about tackling those projects around the house that will make a difference in your every day feeling of calm.  In this episode I review my tips on how to organize the papers in your house (you know, the bills, artwork, receipts and random scraps that float around from counter to counter), as well as your fridge.  The goal is to do it all in less than 90 minutes- don't worry, I'll be with you every step of the way.  Resources/Inspiration: Don't get lost here- The Container Store 

Routines are so important for kids and parents. Today I am walking you through the nitty-gritty of our nighttime routine.  I'm talking about winding down post dinner, bath time, dark rooms, relaxation and A LOT about lighting.  Here are some things I reference:  Mobility Program with Moveolution Red Lights on Amazon CBD Bath Bombs- Delush Salt Rock Lamp How to Change iPhone to Red Light Mode: Go to Settings- Accessibility- Display and Text Size- color Filters- Color TInt- Move the sliders for Intensity and Hue all the way to the right. Then go to Accessibility Shortcuts at the bottom and select Color Filters- then when you press the home button 3 times your phone will go in and out of red light mode.  Please rate + review + check me out on IG @katetdalton or @Stateofamother 

"The Manual" is the book of rules we have for the people in our lives. It's what many of us use to control our feelings: "If you do this for me, I will feel this way"...  While this seems benign it can be very harmful to the way we show up and act in our lives. Tying our emotions to other peoples' actions always puts us on the losing end of the equation. Today I want to teach you what the manual is and show you that you always have a choice about what to think and feel about the people in your life- no strings attached.  Get ready to free yo'self!  Please rate and review if you like what you're hearing- and make sure to follow me on IG @Katetdalton

The mountain of kids toys most of us have in our homes can feel overwhelming and is one of the hardest things to keep organized (IMO). Today I have some tips on how I keep our toys in order and manage all the “primary coloured things.” Whether it’s using different rooms for different types of toys, storing messy toys out of your kids’s reach,  having a bin for all the toys you don’t have a home for, and storing like with like- we take some time to walk through it all.  Links: Open Toy Bins + Ikea Unit  Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you know when my next episode drops! Or follow me on IG @Katetdalton. And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review :) 

We all have urges- to check the phone, eat the food, drink the wine, scroll the “gram”. Today we dive into the nitty gritty of what drives an urge. Why does it feel so uncontrollable and how can we allow an urge to just be there instead of answering it all the time. I’m going to show you the difference between resisting and allowing an urge and how the brain works to reinforce habits acted on an urge because they are driven from such a primal spot.  My aim is to help you work through anything in your life that feels compulsive- like you want to lose weight, but the urge to eat cookies at night is just too intense- so you give in at 8pm like clockwork. Let’s talk through it.  Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you know when my next episode drops! Or follow me on IG @Katetdalton. And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review :)  Thanks! 

I know that overwhelm is something that Moms and women experience very regularly and that managing the kids, the house, the job, the social commitments and everything in between can feel extremely heavy. Today I want to help with cleaning up all these thoughts and the strategies I use to keep my life on track and my mind calm.  Today we discuss:  How to do a brain dump and get every thought out of your brain  How to schedule your to-dos  How to eliminate your to-dos (and by this I mean- we don’t do them)  The “Mental Load”  Make sure you hit subscribe or sign up for my email so you know when my next episode drops! Or follow me on IG @Katetdalton. And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review :)  Thanks! 

Summary:  So many of us fear creating a meal plan because we have so many misconceptions about what it means to actually think in advance about our food. We plan exercise and shopping lists because we want to stay organized and in control over how we move and what we buy- so why is it so different when we think about what we eat?! Spoiler alert- we are all afraid to look at what goes into our mouths, and the diet industry has taught us there is a right way and a wrong way to eat. Today I want to talk about alllll that.  Today we discuss:  Misconceptions about creating a food plan  How to plan for your future self + from a place of love  Why restriction and diet rules do not apply and are not helpful  Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you know when my next episode drops! Or follow me on IG @Katetdalton. And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review :)  Thanks!  Join my email list