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The noise around productivity has gotten really loud lately, and I think a lot of it has to do with AI. There are apps, tools, and technology promising to 10X your output, and every corner of the internet is telling you how to squeeze more into your day. But what if that constant push to produce more, faster, is actually making you worse at the very thing it's claiming to help you with?In this episode, I'm breaking down why two of the most important types of productivity are being completely ignored right now and what it's costing you.What You'll Learn:Why the push to always be producing is working against you in ways you might not see yetThe type of productivity that happens when you step away from your to-do list completelyHow well-meaning advice is quietly converting your best thinking time into more output modeWhy what happens when you sleep matters more to your productivity than any app or tool ever couldTwo small things you can do this week to start getting it back________________________________

Mrs. Frazzled (Arielle Fodor) did not set out to end a congressman's career. In this full bonus interview, the TikTok creator sits down with Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher to walk through exactly how she and a coalition of independent creators surfaced the sexual misconduct allegations that ended Eric Swalwell's run for California governor and his time in Congress.In this bonus episode of Vibes Only, Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher chat with Arielle about the parts of the scandal nobody posts, like… buying an umbrella insurance policy on her house as protection for her familytesting the Swalwell story on Threads before she ever made a videocalling CNN herself because she could not carry the reporting aloneAnd what it feels like to have an OPPO research binder written on you Also: why she is done with investigative content for good, how broken disclosure laws turn every creator into a suspected paid operative, and her advice for anyone trying to build real trust in political media right now.This is the full conversation behind Thursday's episode. If Vibes Only makes your week make sense, follow the show and leave a rating and review. It genuinely moves us up the charts and helps more people find the vibes. And the receipts.EPISODE LINKSArielle Fodor aka Mrs. Frazzled on TikTokCheyenne Hunt's Org "Reckoning Action"Meg Klink's Org "Pretty Informed Girls"OATH CANDIDATE OF THE WEEKSend us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG

Elon Musk just crossed into trillionaire territory, Donald Trump hosted a chaotic corruption scheme disguised as a UFC match on the White House lawn, and a powerhouse coalition of independent creators including our guest this week - Arielle Fodor (Mrs. Frazzled of TikTok fame) just took down a sitting politician.This week on Vibes Only, Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher chat from across the pond to break down the sheer scale of infinite wealth, a pointless war that left us $100 Billion poorer, and the massive Supreme Court decisions dropping by the end of this month.Then, we are joined by the incredible Arielle Fodor (AKA @MrsFrazzled) to pull back the curtain on how she, Cheyenne Hunt at Reckoning Action, and Meg Klink at Pretty Informed Girls bypassed traditional newsrooms to expose the open secret of former Congressman Eric Swalwell. From taking out umbrella insurance policies to handle the legal heat, to testing the waters on Threads, Arielle shares what accountability looks like in the age of independent media.Tell your friends - Vibes Only is a weekly political podcast hosted by Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher, two political operatives turned creators breaking down the news of the week in politics, elections, and culture. New episodes every Thursday morning and a BONUS EPISODE (our full interview with Arielle Fodor aka Mrs. Frazzled) DROPPING TOMORROW!EPISODE LINKSArielle Fodor aka Mrs. Frazzled on TikTokCheyenne Hunt's Org "Reckoning Action"Meg Klink's Org "Pretty Informed Girls"OATH CANDIDATE OF THE WEEKSend us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG

You've probably heard the productivity advice that says you should tackle your hardest task first thing in the morning. Eat the frog, they call it. Get the big, heavy, ugly thing done before you do anything else, and the rest of your day is downhill from there.Sounds great. Except... what happens when life lands in your lap before you ever get to the frog?If you've been trying this method and quietly wondering why it's not working for you, this episode is going to be a relief. I couldn't make it work either. And in this episode, I'm sharing exactly why this advice, despite its good intentions, may actually be causing more harm than good for women living full, real, chaotic lives. Plus, I'm giving you a better way to think about it that will finally get your most important work moving.What You'll Learn:The sneaky pattern that happens when your morning gets hijacked and you can't do the hard thing firstWhat happened when I tried to use Eat the Frog to write my book and why it completely fell apartThe one question to ask yourself instead that changes everythingHow to find the real window in your week where focused work will actually stick________________________________

I know we've talked about boundaries on this show before. But this conversation? It went somewhere I really wasn't expecting.My guest today is Alex Lianne Carter, a master certified neurocoach, educator, and children's author who burned out, rebuilt her life one small decision at a time, and eventually packed up her family and moved to Panama. When Alex reached out to me about coming on to talk about boundaries, I sat with it for a minute because the angle she brought was one I hadn't heard before, and I think you're going to feel it too.Because this episode is really about three things that are all connected: the busyness we can't shake, the boundaries we can't hold, and what our kids are quietly picking up from watching us do both. Alex walks us through the brain science behind why slowing down genuinely feels wrong, where these patterns actually come from, and what we can do about it before we hand the whole cycle to our kids.What You'll Learn:Why you can't hold a boundary no matter how many times you set it What your kids are absorbing right now just by watching how you move through your dayThe real reason slowing down feels dangerous to your nervous system even when you desperately want itThe very first step out of autopilot when you're so deep in it you don't even realize it's runningConnect With Alex:Free to Be Me (children's book): www.freetobemekid.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/alex.lianne.carterLinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/alexliannecarter ________________________________

Everybody's telling you AI is going to save you time, but nobody's handing you the full picture.I'll be upfront: I use AI every single day. It is a real, genuine part of how we run The Pink Bee. This is not a "AI is bad" episode. But I have been watching the conversation around AI get louder and louder, and something critical keeps getting left out of it. Because everything on this podcast is about time management, organization, and productivity, I felt like I had to say something.In this episode, I'm walking you through four hidden costs of implementing AI that nobody in this space seems to want to talk about. These aren't financial costs. They're time costs, and if you're planning to go all in on AI tools, you need to know what you're actually signing up for before you start.What You'll Learn:Why buying someone else's ready-made AI tools and expecting them to work for your business is not the shortcut it sounds likeThe sneaky cost that shows up months after you build something and catches most people completely off guardThe real reason so many people are creating more work for themselves with AI instead of lessHow I handle one specific hidden cost in my own business with a simple monthly calendar habitResources Mentioned:The AI Operating System Behind a 7-Figure Business with Gemma Bohan Carter: https://msumrell--gemmabonhamcarter.thrivecart.com/ai-all-stars-secret/673bb8c2ae01f/The AI Productivity System for High Performers with Callen Faulkner: myrootabl.com/r/IeNnsDs0?rootabl=megan_sumrell________________________________

In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, Nikki Lanigan opens up about something she's kept private for two years — her battle with chronic migraines. In honor of June being Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, she shares the full picture: the triggers, the treatments, the nervous system connection, and the emotional weight that comes with an invisible illness. Nikki covers the metaphysical side (think Louise Hay and Nicole Sachs' journal speak method), what her neurologist has her on, the supplements that actually help, and what daily life really looks like when your brain feels like it's on fire. This one is raw, real, and for anyone who's ever been told to "just drink some water."

If you've been hanging around here for a while, you know we talk a lot about time. But here's something I've noticed over and over again with the women I work with: once they start getting out of overwhelm with their time and their physical space, a third area starts showing up. Money. That's why in this episode, I brought personal finance expert and financial wellness speaker Linda Grizely onto the show. Because money overwhelm is real, it's connected to everything else on your plate, and it has almost nothing to do with how good you are at math. Linda breaks down why most financial advice fails women, how your money personality shapes every decision you make, and why understanding yourself (and your partner) is the real starting point for getting your finances under control.In This Episode, We Cover:Why money advice feels overwhelming and why most of it isn't actually built for youWhat your money personality is and how it shapes every financial decision you makeHow couples with opposite money personalities can stop fighting and start understanding each otherWhy "I'm not a numbers person" is keeping you stuck (and what actually matters instead)The "me money" approach that works for almost every money personality in a relationshipWhy so many women feel guilty spending money on themselves and how to start shifting thatMentioned in This Episode:What's Your Money Personality Quiz: https://bit.ly/MonPersQuizConnect with Linda Grizely:www.lindagriz.comwww.instagram.com/lindagrizelywww.facebook.com/thelindagrizelywww.linkedin.com/in/linda-grizelyhttps://www.youtube.com/@LindaGrizely ________________________________

In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, host Nikki Lanigan sits down with pelvic health physical therapist Val Brown to explore one of the most overlooked parts of women's wellness: the pelvic floor. Val shares her Vital Axis Method — a groundbreaking approach that integrates pelvic health, neurology, yoga, and functional medicine to help women reconnect with their bodies, reduce injuries, and step into their pleasure, power, and purpose. Whether you're a postpartum mom, a busy professional dealing with burnout, or an athlete who keeps getting hurt, this conversation will change how you think about your body.Find Val:Website: http://vitalaxispt.com/Instagram: @Vital.axis.methodYouTube: VitalaxisWorkshops: link in Val's Instagram BioTimestamped Show Notes:0:00 — Intro & Meet Val Brown~1:00 — What Is the Vital Axis Method?~2:30 — Pelvic Floor Beyond Pregnancy & Kegels~5:00 — The Neurology & Shame Behind the Pelvic Floor~8:00 — Chronic Stress, Burnout & Pelvic Health~10:00 — Exercise, Movement & Whole-Body Connection~12:30 — Why Women's Health Is Dismissed~16:00 — One Thing Everyone Should Know~17:00 — Rapid Fire: Books, TV, Matcha vs. Coffee~22:00 — Where to Find Val

If the end of the school year is feeling like a highlight reel of forgotten deadlines, last-minute store runs, and late-night stress in your house, it's worth asking why this keeps happening, because it's probably not the first time, and without the right tools in place, it won't be the last.We drop kids into a system that goes from one teacher and one classroom straight to seven different teachers, seven different styles, and seven different ways of assigning work, and then wonder why everything feels like it's coming out of nowhere. That's not a kid problem. That's a lack of skills training, and the good news is it's completely fixable before the next school year starts.In this episode, I'm walking you through the four-level planning framework I built specifically for students, the same one we teach inside TOP for Students. Stick with me, because what I share in here changes the game at home, not just for your kid, but for you too.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why the transition to middle school creates a planning crisis most families never see comingThe real reason school-issued planners stop working by week twoA four-level planning framework built for a student's actual life, from semester overview to daily check-inHow to make this a family process that takes things off your plate instead of adding to themWhat it looks like when your kid can actually advocate for their own timeMentioned in the episode:TOP for Students Pre-Sale Happening NOW through May 31st! Get 20% off with code STUDENT at www.megansumrell.com/student ________________________________

Summer is coming, and if you've got kids at home, you already know the tension: you want the lazy pool days AND you need to get things done. This episode is the system that makes both possible.I'm revisiting one of my all-time favorite summer planning tools: A days, B days, and C days, and this year I'm going deeper than I have before. I'm also sharing the extra layer that business owners especially need to hear: how to figure out your true "have-tos" before summer hits so you're not scrambling all season long.This is one of those episodes that sounds simple and then changes how you plan every single week of summer. I hear from women inside the TOP program all the time who use this not just in summer, but year-round, and once you get the framework, you'll see why.What You'll Learn:What A days, B days, and C days actually are and how they're different from just "blocking time"How I structure an A day (family-forward) so I still get my work done without sacrificing the funWhat a B day looks like in my house, including how I talk through it with my teenage daughter ahead of timeWhy the family communication center is the thing that actually makes this workThe business owner layer: how to audit your recurring tasks before summer and decide what's a true have-to vs. what you can let go ofWhy I only apply A days and B days Monday through Friday and why protecting weekends matters more in summer than any other time of yearHow to use this framework even if you're not running a business (yes, it works for you too)How to look ahead at June, July, and August right now and start mapping it out________________________________

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This week on We Saw the Devil, Robin tears through the most chaotic news cycle of the second Trump administration so far. Donald Trump told a White House crowd he'll be in office "eight or nine years from now," and they applauded. Politico reports the President personally offered Senator John Fetterman a "financial windfall" to switch parties (usually a bag of cash), on the record, while a sitting US senator "absorbed the suggestion." Trump publicly accused Pope Leo XIV of "endangering Catholics" with his pro-peace stance on the Iran war, sending Marco Rubio to Rome on damage control. Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America president Marjorie Dannenfelser told the Wall Street Journal flat out: "Trump is the problem. The president is the problem."Robin breaks down Operation Epic Fury, Project Freedom, and the Strait of Hormuz standoff Pete Hegseth insists is "not a ceasefire violation" while Iran sinks ships and the UAE shoots down Iranian missiles. The Senate's $1 billion taxpayer giveaway for Trump's East Wing ballroom, the Supreme Court's gutting of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act in Louisiana v. Callais, RFK Jr.'s campaign to "deprescribe" antidepressants, the closure of the ICE Detention Ombudsman office, the eight Republican AGs arguing in federal court that Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is unconstitutional, and the hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic that nobody at HHS is equipped to track.Pour something strong. We're going in.Sources:Marjorie Dannenfelser, Pope Leo XIV, Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth, General Dan Caine, John Fetterman, Joaquin Castro, Adam Kinzinger, Karl Rove, Sean Hannity, Hugh Hewitt, Mike Nellis, Mrs. Frazzled, Abraar Karan, Adam Isaacson, Wall Street Journal, Politico, HuffPost, Al Jazeera, The Guardian, CNN, NPR, CBS News, Washington Post, SCOTUSblog, NAACP Legal Defense Fund.Keywords:political podcast May 2026, Trump news this week, Trump second term podcast, Iran war 2026, Pope Leo Trump feud, Fetterman financial windfall, Trump ballroom taxpayer money, Voting Rights Act gutted, Louisiana v. Callais, RFK Jr. HHS, Christofascism, Section 504 lawsuit, ICE detention oversight, hantavirus outbreak 2026, Met Gala 2026, Athena Strand verdict, Secret Service scandal, Susan B. Anthony Trump problem, anti-Trump podcast, progressive podcast, queer podcast host, snarky political podcast, true crime political podcast, We Saw the Devil podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-saw-the-devil-crime-political-analysis--4433638/support.Website: http://www.wesawthedevil.comPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/wesawthedevilDiscord: https://discord.gg/X2qYXdB4Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/WeSawtheDevilInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/wesawthedevilpodcast.

I have a total love-hate relationship with summer. I am always so ready for it to come, ready to ditch the alarm clocks and the get-ready-for-school morning routine, ready for more freedom and less structure. And then halfway through I find myself craving the structure back, caught in this endless tug of war between still having a company to run, wanting time for myself, and also actually enjoying summer with my daughter.I brought Erin Port on the show because she has a framework for summer that I think every mom needs to hear. She breaks the season into three distinct stages, each with its own rhythm and intention, and we get into exactly how to plan for each one so you're not white-knuckling it from June through August.In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why the transition from May into June is harder than it should be, and the simple "kickoff week" idea Erin uses to ease her family in without the frictionHow a "what matters" list with your kids can replace the overwhelming bucket list that leaves you feeling like you failed the summerA strategy to protect the end of summer so your whole family lands in September without running on emptyConnect with Erin:www.simplepurposefulliving.comwww.instagram.com/simplepurposefullivingwww.facebook.com/simplepurposefulliving ________________________________

Tired. Stressed. Anxious. Busy. Frazzled. Worn Out….Do any of these words describe you? If so, I want to talk to you today. I want to tell you something important… to celebrate YOU and to honor YOU. Whether you are a mother, a grandma, a great grandma, or a caregiver to a loved one, this is for you.   In this episode, I want to address a common issue I see many women face when they are in nurturing and caregiving roles. I'll also share with you a critical step we ALL need to take – if we really want to be able to be more present and to give more to those we love around us. And even if you are a male listener, listen in too, as this will help you better understand and help the women you love around you. Let's ALL take a moment to pause, breathe and reflect together. Get comfortable in your favorite chair with a warm cup of tea and join me now!     Contact -> healthnow@plantnourished.com Learn -> www.plantnourished.com Join -> Plant-Powered Life Transformation Course: www.plantnourished.com/ppltcourse Enjoy 1:1 Coaching Support -> https://www.plantnourished.com/coachingwaitlist Get Free 15-Minute Strategy Call -> www.plantnourished.com/strategycall Free Resource -> 7 Ways to Test-Drive a Plant-Based Diet: www.plantnourished.com/testdrive     Have a question about plant-based diets that you would like answered on the Plant Based Eating Made Easy Podcast? Send it by email (healthnow@plantnourished.com) or submit it by a voice message here: www.speakpipe.com/plantnourished

In this special bonus episode, Nikki Lanigan of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled guides you through a powerful activation meditation focused on gratitude and abundance. Whether you're walking, cooking, or sitting in stillness, this practice will help you slow down, reconnect with your body, and recognize the abundance already present in your life.Nikki also shares details about her 21-Day Mindset Reset — a program designed for women 40+ who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, and ready for a fresh start. You'll receive daily audio activations, a reset workbook, and access to a private Telegram community.In this episode:A guided body scan to cultivate gratitudeAbundance affirmations to repeat silently or aloudA visualization practice for the week and month aheadAn invitation to embody your best selfLinks mentioned: Check the show notes to sign up for the 21-Day Mindset Reset.https://stan.store/nikklanigan/p/31day-nervous-system-reset-program

Episode 167 - Founder Story - How to Arrive Fresh - not Frazzled - and Ready to Deliver! Better Business Travel for high performers with Ingrid Sanderson from Principal Travel.Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

This episode is a recording of the very first Purpose Circle: a small, live conversation I'm hosting (planning quarterly) for entrepreneurs who want to circle deeper into the patterns shaping how we run our businesses. We jumped right in with introductions and a "yes I regret" round, then explored why saying yes is often how we build a business in the early days... and how those same yeses can quietly start costing us more than they give back over time. Most entrepreneurs don't notice the shift. Or they feel it — the heaviness, the resentment, the exhaustion — but don't connect it back to the yeses themselves. This is a real conversation between likeminded entrepreneurs. Pauses, kids in the background, real-time thinking. That's the point! Timestamps: 0:00 — Intros + a "yes I regret" round 14:30 — The Frazzled → Focused continuum 20:30 — The two flavors of the cost: more (Frazzled) vs weight (Stretched) 46:40 — What's one yes sitting on your plate right now? The closing prompt I want to leave you with: notice one yes you're about to say this week. Pause for 30 seconds and ask: is this a yes I'd be choosing if I weren't on autopilot?

There was a time when staying on top of your family's schedule was actually pretty straightforward. A paper packet came home from school, the activity coordinator called the phone tree, and if you needed your partner to know something, you handed them the paper. Done. Information found you, and you could pass it along just as easily.Then came the apps, the portals, and the online enrollment systems, all with the promise that they would make things simpler, that you'd have everything right there on your phone. What actually happened is that you became the one who downloaded every app, created every login, and checked every portal, and now you're managing 10 different places just to know what's happening with your own kids this week. Technology didn't lighten the load. It just put it all in one person's pocket.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why the shift from paper to portals quietly moved all the responsibility onto one personHow being the one who enrolled became the same as being the only one who ever knows anythingWhy simply sharing a login doesn't actually solve the problemMentioned in the Episode:To get 15% off your own Skylight Calendar go to www.megansumrell.com/skylight and use code THEPINKBEE.________________________________

Send us Fan MailCan social media reshape a political race? And what do voters really need to know before heading to the polls?In this episode, Dara Starr Tucker sits down with Arielle Fodor (Mrs. Frazzled), a former educator turned political commentator, to break down the rapidly evolving California gubernatorial race.We discuss the current state of the race and who the strongest candidates areHow California's “top-two” primary system could lead to unexpected outcomesThe growing influence of independent content creators in political discourseAnd the controversy surrounding Eric Swalwell, including allegations that have impacted his campaign and the role social media played in bringing attention to themArielle shares insight into her journey from classroom teacher to trusted online voice, and how she approaches responsibility, research, and impact in a digital age where information moves fast—and consequences move faster.This is a conversation about power, accountability, media, and what it means to be an informed voter in 2026.Support the showStay up to date with all things Dara Starr Tucker here:Dara Starr Tucker LinkTreeDara Starr Tucker TikTokDara Starr Tucker InstagramDara Starr Tucker YouTubeDara Starr Tucker Facebook

Send us Fan MailCan social media reshape a political race? And what do voters really need to know before heading to the polls?In this episode, Dara Starr Tucker sits down with Arielle Fodor (Mrs. Frazzled), a former educator turned political commentator, to break down the rapidly evolving California gubernatorial race.They discuss:The current state of the race and who the strongest candidates areHow California's “top-two” primary system could lead to unexpected outcomesThe growing influence of independent content creators in political discourseAnd the controversy surrounding Eric Swalwell, including allegations that have impacted his campaign and the role social media played in bringing attention to themArielle shares insight into her journey from classroom teacher to trusted online voice, and how she approaches responsibility, research, and impact in a digital age where information moves fast—and consequences move faster.This is a conversation about power, accountability, media, and what it means to be an informed voter in 2026.

Good morning, dear friend. Let's weave something beautiful today. We've spent the week collecting these precious threads—the roots of the oak, the sigh of the breath, the seal of the hands. Today, we're going to weave them into a cloak of balance that you can wear out into the world. If you've been feeling a bit "pulled apart" by life's demands, today is about becoming whole. We're moving from "practicing" to "being." What we're tucked into today: The Power of Coherence: How layering your tools sends a "super-signal" to your brain that it's time to truly thrive, not just survive. The Weaver's Secret: Exploring the ancient mystery of Tantra—the art of weaving your energy into an unbreakable fabric. The Symphony of the Self: A guided journey where your roots, your breath, and your hands join together in one gorgeous song of balance. The Day 6 Practice: The Woven Flow I want you to imagine we're sitting together, maybe feeling a soft breeze. Let's start by finding those Roots (Day 1), feeling the earth rise up to meet your feet. Now, bring your hands into that Prithvi Mudra (Day 4), sealing your energy in your lap. Take a slow, Physiological Sigh (Day 3), and as you exhale, let that deep red light (Day 5) glow at your base. Stay here. Notice how, when all these parts of you are working together, the 'chatter' of the world starts to fade. You are the weaver, and you are the web. You are balanced. You are complete. A Little Note for Your Heart You have spent so many years holding space for everyone else's story. Today, let these tools hold space for you. You don't have to be the foundation for the whole world today—you only need to be the foundation for yourself. You are doing such a beautiful job. This is day 6 of a 7-day meditation series, "Somatic Healing for the Heart: A Gentle Return from Emotional Exhaustion," episodes 3493-3499. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE -  THE BAREFOOT MINUTE Once a day this week, go outside and stand barefoot on the earth. Spend exactly 60 seconds noticing the temperature and texture under your feet without checking your phone. This simple act of earthing provides a literal somatic discharge of the static energy we build up from our devices. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY Day 1: VISUALIZATION: The Deep RootClose your eyes and imagine your spine is like the trunk of a beautiful ancient tree. As you breathe out, imagine tiny silver roots traveling from the soles of your feet deep into the cool, dark earth. Any worry, any To Do list, or any heavy thought simply travels down those roots. The earth is big enough to hold it all for you. You don't have to carry it anymore. You are anchored. You are held. You are safe. Day 2: AFFIRMATION:   "My body is a safe place to land." Day 3: THE PHYSIOLOGICAL SIGH BREATH Two quick inhales through the nose followed by one long, slow exhale through the mouth to instantly "offload" carbon dioxide and signal the brain to relax. Day 4: PRITHVI MUDRA Touch the tip of your ring finger to the tip of your thumb. This mudra is used to increase the "Earth" element, helping to ground a nervous system that feels "airy" or frantic. Day 5: FOURTH (MULADHARA) CHAKRA  Focus on the base of your spine. Visualize a deep, glowing red light that provides a foundation of security and physical belonging. Day 6: SOMATIC RELEASE FLOW MEDITATION: Combining the week's techniques Day 7: WEEKLY REVIEW MEDITATION: Closure with a review of the week's highs and lows. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Managing a household where brains work differently is genuinely one of the hardest things to navigate, and most families are figuring it out in real time without a lot of guidance. The systems that work for one person don't always work for another, the communication styles that feel natural to one family member can feel completely foreign to someone else, and somewhere in the middle of all of it, someone usually ends up carrying more than their share.In this episode, I'm joined by ADHD coach Brooke Schnittman, who has over 20 years of experience in the ADHD space and runs a boutique coaching practice that works with adults, students, and families navigating neurodivergence. In this episode, we cover:What "time blindness" actually means and why it looks different for everyoneWhy the non-ADHD partner often ends up managing the whole householdTools that reduce the mental load without constant remindingHow to have age-appropriate conversations with kids about different brain typesConnect with Brooke:Website: www.coachingwithbrooke.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithbrooke/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coachingwithbrookeMentioned in the episode: To get 15% off your own Skylight Calendar go to www.megansumrell.com/skylight and use code THEPINKBEE. ________________________________

Sometimes it takes effort to find balance in a busy life in motherhood, but it is worth the efforts and will help you find more emotional resilience.  Emotional Resilience Book I have been Referring to (IT'S FREE!) Link to Negative Emotions Class Good, Better, Best Talk Email me: positivityinpregnancy@gmail.com Website: www.positivityinpregnancy.com MENTAL HEALTH MINI VIDEOS for pregnancy: What once made up my ‘Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health' is now divided into individual videos(and each video comes with the audio) that you can now buy individually instead of purchasing the whole course! Discover a beautiful collection of short, heartwarming positivity videos (ranging from 1–8 minutes) thoughtfully designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit throughout pregnancy. Each video focuses on one of four powerful pillars:  Mental Health (to support emotional well-being),  Pregnancy Affirmations (that uplift and empower),  Gratitude practices (that fill your heart with joy),   And simple yet transformative ways to shift negative thoughts into positive light (These gentle reminders celebrate the incredible journey you're on).  Here is the link to all the videos: https://pregnancyishard.com/collections/all I recommend starting with the Mental Health section!  Visit My Pregnancy Week-by-Week Page:https://pregnancyishard.com/pages/week-by-week-pregnancy Here is the Facebook Page for Pregnancy is hard: I have documented my journey of my fourth baby on this page and have other juicy and good tips for enjoying pregnancy better. https://www.facebook.com/pregnancyishard Here is the Pregnancy is Hard Support Group on Facebook: Let's offer support, help and fun for those in the trenches of pregnancy! https://www.facebook.com/groups/165102315544693 YouTube for Positivity in Pregnancy: https://www.youtube.com/@PregnancyisHardwithJosly-nd8wd Instagram: @positivityinpregnancy My Side Candle Business: Flickers Candle Co www.flickerscandleco.com

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign was a ticking time bomb, and the Democrats knew it. They've denied it, but come on, are we really supposed to believe that a story that was kicking around in 2019 and set to break in Politico did not reach the ears of Nancy Pelosi? The question isn't whether they knew, but why they did nothing about it and essentially let Swalwell loose upon the world with access to Snapchat and hotel rooms.Swalwell was one of Pelosi's protoges, a foot soldier for the party bosses who decided Donald Trump should never lead this country, no matter the election outcome. They convicted him on Inauguration Day, then spent the next four years finding the crime. The biggest and most embarrassing of these was Russiagate, where Swalwell played a starring role. They knew Trump would not be removed from office, but they decided to wait out the clock, waste his time and ours, with a phony scandal that, to this day, has never been adequately addressed by legacy media or the Democrats. They just moved on to the next thing and the next thing and the next thing, and all the while, there was Swalwell doing everything right. There he was on Impeachment Number 2, saying all the things, drawing all of the conclusions, pushing all of the hysteria. For his efforts, Swalwell was beloved by celebrities like Robert De Niro, late-night comics like Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert. For a time, he was like Icarus, soaring as one of the Democrats' shining stars. No wonder he thought he should be next in line to lead California now that Gavin Newsom is running for president. All that's required of him is that he be someone who can take on Trump. But Icarus flamed out. In the past week, we watched a political hit that has to be among the cleanest and most efficient on record. One minute, he was leading in the polls — the next, he was dropping out and resigning from Congress. Swalwell never had a chance. Powerful forces that will never be known wanted him out because there was a good chance the “open secret” that dogged him for years would drop, handing California to the Republicans. It would be another nightmare on par with Biden's debate disaster. There was no way the Democrats were going to let that happen.Swalwell never saw it coming. He assumed he had risen to the level of being a valued member of the “resistance.” But he clearly doesn't know the Democrats very well. If they could force the President of the United States out of running for a second term for the good of the party, they could do it to anyone.What Did the Democrats Know and When Did They Know ItSwalwell had survived the Right's favorite lurid tale of the Chinese Spy Fang Fang, along with the rumor he'd passed gas during a cable news spot. But in 2019, a woman tipped off a Politico reporter that Swalwell was engaged in inappropriate sexual activity with young women while in Congress. Icarus took flight and attempted to run for president. But for unknown reasons, he dropped out.And then, inexplicably, the reporter dropped the story. Why would they drop the story? Maybe because they lost their appetite for taking down Democrats after the Al Franken debacle, where Franken was pushed out by the most prominent Democrats, like Chuck Schumer, Kamala Harris, Elizabeth Warren, and Bernie Sanders, with no chance to defend himself against what were flimsy charges at best.As Matt Taibbi writes in Racket:Democrats tripped over each other to denounce Franken, with 32 Senators calling for his resignation on Dec. 6, 2017. Digital stones flew from Minnesotan Amy Klobuchar, ex-presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, and future VP Kamala Harris, among others:The Franken story would sting by 2019, following a redemption piece by Jane Mayer in The New Yorker. No one wanted to do that again, so maybe they figured they'd let the Swalwell story pass. The bigger reason was that the Democrats had one objective in 2019, and it wasn't to take out the guy who was key in Trump's impeachment and Russiagate, but to take out Trump himself. It was an all-hands-on-deck kind of moment, and no reporter would have wanted to be caught dead helping Trump and hurting the Democrats. That's also why they ignored the story in 2024 of Kamala Harris' husband Dougie who allegedly slapped a woman so hard she spun around. Like so many other stories that could hurt Democrats, including Joe Biden's cognitive decline, they said nothing, lest they hurt the “resistance.” It was also 2019 when a group of women came forward to accuse Joe Biden of inappropriate touching. No one seemed all that interested in pushing it to the point where Biden would drop out. He denied it, and everyone gave him a pass. Even when Biden was accused of sexual assault by Tara Reade, most in the press wouldn't touch it. But one person did. Megyn Kelly. Kamala Harris was among those who leaned into the accusations, but that would not stop Biden from choosing her as his VP. Like the good Democrat I was, I tried to discredit Tara Reade, along with the rest of the accusers. I, too, had been burned by the Al Franken story and was disgusted with how the Democrats behaved, and like most people, I was getting exhausted by the Me Too movement and the lack of due process. In our minds, this was too serious a moment. We had to defeat Trump. Everything else would have to be sidelined. I always thought that the harassment charges against Biden were less about Me Too and more about pushing the old man out of the race so that a more progressive candidate might take his spot. Reade, for instance, was a devout supporter of Bernie Sanders, and just before she accused him of assault, she and everyone else on the progressive Left were hoping for a miracle.Is that what happened with the Swalwell story, too? Something about it just doesn't add up. It was too clean, too well planned, too easy. It makes me wonder who was really pulling the strings. For the second time, he tried to fly too close to the sun and run for higher office, and for the second time, dropped out, but this time, there won't be any coming back. As Taibbi writes:Which brings us to Swalwell. The accusations are extremely serious. Another woman came forward alleging he drugged her, lured her to a hotel, raped her, and choked her to unconsciousness. “I thought I died,” Lonna Drewes said. Taken with two accusations of sex with women “too intoxicated to consent,” the stories sound more like a developing serial murderer than someone merely guilty of being raised on Bob Hope jokes. Still, Swalwell's political demise reads like a repeat of the Franken tale, only with context issues amplified a hundredfold, and Epstein playing the role of Weinstein.With Franken, it took weeks for Democrats to denounce him. With Swalwell it happened overnight, and accusers are already being called “survivors,” as in the Democratic Women's Caucus announcing, “We stand with survivors.” The writer in me dislikes the appropriation of a word that means “remaining alive where others have died,” but it is true these women might prove to be “survivors” of something, but what? At this early stage of inquiry, “survivors” functions as a turbocharged version of “Believe all women,” in which the possibility of disbelief is linguistically eliminated.But time is the point. Time means another candidate can build a campaign and beat the Republican in California. That's the hangover from 2024, and it's why I don't believe any of this happened organically. Who ordered the hit?The story goes something like this: two progressive female influencers caught wind of a whisper network, with rumors swirling about Swalwell's sexual proclivities. How this information found its way to them is not yet known. Will anyone ask or investigate? Probably not. Some of it came from their friends, and that was more than enough to start an amateur investigation, one that will probably find its way to a TV movie near you. Think: Woodward and Bernstein or Kantor and Twohey, the women who broke the Harvey Weinstein story that kicked off Me Too. Now, instead of reporters, we have influencers. To hear them tell it, they believed their best bet was to take the story to CNN, where their staff could fact-check it and, more importantly, make it legal. One is Cheyenne Hunt, who calls herself the first Gen-Z woman to run for Congress, though she did not win. Assertive and confident, Hunt has the influencer game down. She also carries with her the certainty of the Gen-Z woman who does not believe in due process and thinks every man is a predator until proven innocent. Just asking a woman for her phone number could be a reportable offense. To her, Swalwell was a dangerous moderate who was pro-Israel and too sympathetic to and supportive of ICE. These are red lines for the new Democratic Party's progressive wing, especially in a big state like California. The other is Arielle Fodor, also known as Mrs. Frazzled, who is known for talking baby talk to Trump and his supporters to an irritating degree, but that is why she is popular on TikTok.Fodor seems to be the type who would Vote Blue No Matter Who and probably would not be motivated to take down Swalwell unless she was encouraged to do so. Her story is nearly identical to Hunt's:It's an awfully strange coincidence that they began mobilizing efforts to break the story in March, and by April, they were out on social media with it. If Swalwell were a valued member of the progressive Left, if they thought he would fight for Medicare for All, defunding the police, abandoning Israel, and transing the kids, would they have pulled this off? I doubt it.What seems more likely to me is that they were egged on by unseen forces that were doing the hard job of pushing the accusers in the right direction and nudging the story ever closer to the surface, you know, like Deep Throat in All the President's Men? The same forces on the progressive Left that wanted Biden out in 2020 could also be in play here. He looks a lot like the kind of candidate the Democrats say they want and need - someone who can attract the working-class white men all over the country. But for these women and the progressive Left, there is one candidate better suited to fight for what they care about most: Katie Porter. Both influencers have been seen in photos with her, and Porter and Hunt are both affiliated with the same law school.Porter denies any direct involvement, but then again, why would that even need to be said? There is no doubt that Cheyenne Hunt and Arielle Fodor look to be the party's future, not just as influencers or as women, but as people who are willing to go this far to steer the ship in the right direction. Hunt, in particular, seems committed to rooting out all of the sex pests in Congress, and what better way to make a name for herself? All the Congressman's D*ck PicsThe Swalwell story unfolded straight out of the writers' room of a Lifetime movie where all women are victims, and all men are predators. How could anyone, much less a white male politician, much less a Democrat, send Snapchats of his Johnson to a Gen-Z staffer post Me Too? Maybe he did it because no one would believe anyone could be that stupid. Maybe he did it because Snapchat deletes the photos, and it's his word against theirs. Maybe he did it because the thrill of it outweighed the risk. Was he a predator? Were these consensual? Me Too demands we do not ask.Most of the victims tell the same story we heard hundreds, if not thousands, of times in the old days of Me Too. How a hungry young woman looking for employment opportunities is lured into a trap, only to have their friendly conversation devolve into a cheap proposition for sex. The woman is always portrayed as a non-consenting partner, someone who didn't flirt back in any way, and was just suddenly hit with an offensive image.That's always been the biggest problem with the Me Too movement. It is held in the court of public opinion, and those accused have no way to defend themselves. Because both sides - Left and Right - are invested in Swalwell taking a fall, no one really bothers with the specifics. He did it, that's all. Why, for instance, did one of the victims claim Swalwell assaulted her in 2019, only to go back and get drunk with him in 2024 and claim the same thing happened again? Is that assault, or is that bad choices? Doesn't matter, don't ask. I'm not defending Eric Swalwell. I feel about him the way Matt Taibbi does when he writes: I can't stand Eric Swalwell. A leading torchbearer in Russiagate lore, he's always carried himself with an air of oozy self-satisfaction unusual even in a politician. I remember wondering if Swalwell was Latin for “Stubble Lizard.”But the Democrats have managed to do the impossible. They've made me almost pity the guy. He thought he was doing everything right. He told all the lies they told him to tell. He helped build the very machine that would later devour him. But something about this hit feels too orchestrated and perhaps sets a dangerous precedent. Even guys like Swalwell deserve the benefit of the doubt, even if he never offered it to Trump. Swalwell almost committed the perfect crime. He painted himself as an advocate for women, all the while allegedly going through them like a box of See's Candies. If it's true that he drugged and raped women, lock him up, lock him up. But if all of this was over consensual flirting, regrettable sex, and mutual Spapchats, then he's the dumbest man on the planet.Swalwell is finally learning who the Democrats really are and that life comes at you fast. Unfortunately for him, he wasn't squeaky clean enough, or well-behaved enough, or smart enough to keep it in his pants. He should never have tried to fly that high, at least not with so much baggage weighing him down.// This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.sashastone.com/subscribe

Let's be real: Capitol Hill has a creep crisis. In this episode, Brittany Packnett Cunningham sits down with creator Arielle Fodor—better known as Mrs. Frazzled—to unpack how a small group of women publicized the alleged sexual misconduct of former congressman and California gubernatorial hopeful Eric Swalwell. They get into the power of the whisper network, and why Democrats stay quiet when The Accused is one of their own. Plus, group chat bestie Dr. David Johns joins Brittany to break down this week's UNtrending news—from Hungary to New Jersey. To subscribe to The Meteor: wearethemeteor.com/newsletters

Today's topic is not sexy. It is not glamorous. But I promise you this... if you do this one thing, it is going to be what makes any planning strategy you want to implement actually work.The chances are you have been avoiding this one thing because you misunderstand the intent of it. And once you understand why you're doing it, everything changes.In this episode, I'm breaking down the one foundational step I have every single person start with inside the TOP Program, and why it is the thing that finally helps you stop guessing about what you're going to do, when you're going to do it, and how much time things are actually going to take.In This Episode, I'll Cover:What the foundational first step is and why most women avoid doing itHow taking this step releases the guilt of never feeling like you're doing enoughHow starting here moves you out of reactive living and into proactive planning________________________________

You've got a big project on your plate, maybe more than one, and the stress is already building before you've even taken the first step. You're researching, overthinking, trying to map out every possible outcome and contingency plan. And the more you try to figure it all out upfront, the more paralyzed you feel.What if the reason you're so stressed isn't the project itself? What if it's because you're treating planning and decision making as the same thing, when they're actually two completely different activities with two completely different jobs? In this episode, I break down the distinction that changed how my own family navigates multiple high-stakes projects at once, and show you how to build a plan that actually brings relief instead of more overwhelm. In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why trying to have all the answers before you start is the fastest path to overwhelmThe subtle way most people confuse planning with something else entirelyA simple visual tool that turns chaos into "okay, I know what to do next"How to figure out which decisions actually need your attention right now and which ones don't ________________________________

If you use a paper planner and a digital calendar, you've probably had that moment where you wonder if you're doing something wrong. You're writing things down in two places, and everything in our tech-obsessed world is telling you to just pick one and streamline. Maybe you've even thought about giving up your planner altogether because it feels like you're wasting time.I used to wrestle with this too, and I actually got made fun of for using a paper planner at a coffee shop not that long ago. But after years of testing both fully digital and fully paper systems in different seasons of life, I've landed on a hybrid approach that I'm breaking down in full detail in this episode.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why the "just pick one system" advice doesn't always workThe question I ask every person who's torn between paper and digitalWhat your digital calendar should actually be doing for you and what it shouldn't)Where most paper planner users go wrong with duplicationThe simple boundary setup that keeps your calendar from being hijacked________________________________

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Feeling unmotivated, stuck, or like you just can't get going? You're not lazy — your brain is simply overstimulated. Host Nikki Lanigan explains what's really happening when you feel "lazy," and shares a simple 3-step reset you can use anytime to break the cycle of overwhelm. Plus, learn about activation meditations — a practical way to reset without adding more to your plate.Time Stamp:0:00 — Intro & Welcome1:58 — "I hate the word lazy" — you are NOT lazy2:21 — What's really going on: your brain is like 30 tabs open3:00 — Protection mode: procrastination, scrolling, zoning out3:42 — The overstimulation cycle4:05 — The 3-Step Reset — Step 1: Stop adding input4:32 — Step 2: Move your body (2–5 minutes)4:57 — Somatic movement and why it works5:19 — Step 3: Single task — start small5:35 — Step 3 continued: rebuilding focus6:07 — Using the reset throughout your day6:59 — Your phone is NOT a real break7:28 — Where meditation fits in7:54 — Nikki's meditation journey8:13 — Activation meditations explained8:53 — Reframe: "My brain is overloaded and I need to reset"9:16 — Free 3-day mindset reset meditation (link in show notes)9:56 — Outro & subscribe reminderSpecial Offers & Sponsors:​Mantra Match – 10% off with code NIKKIWELLNESS: ⁠https://mantramatcha.com/⁠​Neeshi Protein Powder – 20% off your first order with code NIKKIYOGA20: ⁠www.neeshi.com⁠Find Nikki on Substack: https://substack.com/@nikkilaniganGet My FREE 3 Day Mindset Reset Activations https://stan.store/nikklanigan/p/get-my-free-3-day-mindset-reset-activationsAyurvedic Alchemy level 1 Certification - use code HAPPYALCHEMY to receive $500 off when paid in full before 3/16/26⁠http://www.nextlevelhappy.com/a/2148243705/Kz265w78New episodes drop every Wednesday. Subscribe to Fit, Fun, and Frazzled and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!*** This episode may contain paid endorsements, affiliates, and advertisements for products and services.

You've got a boundary you've worked hard to protect, and then life throws something at you that matters just as much. So now what? This is something that's been coming up again and again in our community, and honestly, it came up in my own life recently too.I brought back one of my favorite returning guests, Mindi Huebner, subconscious identity coach, to walk us through a concept called seasonal core values. It is such a practical, no-guilt way to get clear on what actually matters right now, and what you can intentionally set down for this season without feeling like you're failing.In This Episode, We'll Cover:What seasonal core values are and how they're different from your everyday boundariesHow to get honest about the season you're actually in right nowA simple exercise to stop the internal tug-of-war for good ________________________________

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The spring equinox is more than just a date on the calendar — it's a powerful moment of renewal that humans have honored for thousands of years. In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, host Nikki Lanigan explores the science behind the spring equinox, how ancient cultures celebrated this seasonal shift, and practical ways you can work with the changing season to support your nervous system, mindset, and physical health. From the biology of light exposure and circadian rhythms to the psychology of spring cleaning and seasonal reflection, Nikki shares why spring has always been nature's true "new year" — and how you can use it as your personal reset. She also walks through simple reflection questions and actionable tips to help you align with the energy of the season.Mentions & Offers:21 Day Mindset Reset Activation program — $20 off for 48 hours (https://stan.store/nikklanigan/p/31day-nervous-system-reset-program)Ayurvedic Alchemy Level 1 Certification (link in show notes)Mantra Matcha — 15% off with code NIKKIWELLNESS https://mantramatcha.com/Neeshi Protein Powder — 20% off first order with code NIKKIYOGA20 https://neeshi.com/Bonus episode dropping: Spring Equinox Activation Meditation later this morning. Check back in around 8:00am EST

Welcome to this special bonus episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled! Host Nikki Lanigan guides you through a Spring Equinox activation meditation designed for wherever you are — whether you're seated, walking, making coffee, or driving to work. This meditation honors the balance of the Spring Equinox (March 20th, 2026) and invites you to release the heaviness of winter, reconnect with your inner balance, and step into a new season with clarity, confidence, and intention. Includes guided visualization and powerful affirmations for renewal.Affirmations featured:I welcome the energy of a new seasonI allow myself to grow and evolveI release what no longer belongs in my lifeI create space for new possibilitiesI trust the natural timing of my lifeI move forward with clarity and confidenceI protect my peace and my energyI allow balance to guide my decisionsI'm open to new opportunitiesI trust that growth happens step by step

If you've ever looked at your calendar, seen a wide open afternoon, and thought "finally, I'm going to get so much done today" only to reach dinner time wondering where it all went, I recorded this one specifically for that feeling.There's a very good chance your calendar is only showing you a fraction of what your time is actually committed to, and once you see the three ways this is happening, you won't be able to unsee it.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why your appointments are hiding their true time costThe recurring tasks that eat your day without ever showing up on your calendarHow caregiving time quietly disappears into the white space________________________________

There is a particular kind of exhaustion that doesn't show up on any to-do list. It lives in the back of your brain at all hours, tracking what's running low in the pantry, remembering which kid has a permission slip due, mentally filing away that the chicken recipe failed so you never make it again. It is relentless, it is invisible, and for most women, it is entirely theirs to carry.I am joined by Paige Connell, a working mother of four who has spent years putting language to something millions of women have felt but couldn't name. In this conversation, we get honest about why the load lands where it does, what it really takes to redistribute it, and why so much of the resentment women carry quietly makes complete sense once you actually look at it.In This Conversation:Why the mental load is invisible and relentless even in equal partnershipsThe difference between doing a task and actually owning itWhy time equity matters more than who earns whatWhy redistributing the load isn't a one-time conversationConnect with Paige:www.sheisapaigeturner.comwww.facebook.com/sheisapaigeturnerwww.tiktok.com/@sheisapaigeturnerwww.instagram.com/sheisapaigeturner ________________________________

Mommie dearest, the worst video ever produced, a truly great Kennedy, Abraham Lincoln and ecstasy, a vile word, don't fuck with my eye drops, a Guns N' Roses disaster, get Ruffalo some Ex-Lax, a kind of a boring day at the movies, a Nick Nolte sighting, a really enjoyable random Richard Gere movie, the cool as hell Will Patton, my favorite Carradine, a somewhat despicable woman, some streaming selections, and the sweet smell of success. Stuff mentioned: Secretary Kennedy and Kid Rock's Rock Out Workout (https://www.instagram.com/reel/DU33MUgiWo5/?hl=en), Cobra (1986),  Airplane (1980), Guns N' Roses "Welcome to the Jungle" (1987), Crime 101 (2026), Safe Men (1998), Heat (1995), The Mothman Prophecies (2002), The Butterfly Effect (2004), Coma (1978), Revenge of the Nerds (1984), 8 Million Ways to Die (1986), Frailty (2002), Blow Out (1981), Shocker (1989), Dragged Across Concrete (2018), and Unlawful Entry (1992), and Magnum, P.I. (1980-1988).

In the latest episode of the Record Rangers podcast - brought to you in association with NordVPN - Record Sport's Andy Newport and Douglas Dickie look back on the Scottish Cup quarter-final defeat to Celtic and what it means for Danny Rohl. Can Rangers pull themselves together and still challenge for the Premiership title - and  s frazzled captain James Tavenier's Rangers career in danger of fizzling out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, host Nikki Lanigan breaks down what activations are, why they're so powerful, and how they differ from traditional meditation.Activations are guided experiences that help you embody a future version of yourself—not just think about it. Through a blend of visualization, somatic awareness, affirmations, and nervous system regulation, you can shift your internal state and identity in real time.Nikki explains the science behind activations (neuroplasticity and mental rehearsal), shares practical examples from athletes and performers, and walks you through a simple 6-step framework you can use anywhere—whether you're cooking dinner, walking, or lying in bed.Perfect for busy women who want powerful mindset shifts without adding another complicated routine to their already full lives.What You'll Learn:The difference between meditation and activationHow activations use neuroplasticity to rewire your brainA 6-step framework to practice activations anywhereReal-world examples of how athletes and performers use this toolActivation themes you can try (calm nervous system, grounded confidence, aligned energy, and more)Resources Mentioned:Free walking meditation activation https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/15-minute-walking-activation-meditation-stepping-into/id1530819580?i=1000751365652Monthly activation meditation for Substack subscribers 7 day free trial cancel at anytime https://open.substack.com/pub/nikkilanigan/p/why-taking-a-pause-can-lead-to-growth?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=post%20viewerAs mentioned in this episode: Ayurvedic Alchemy level 1 Certification - use code HAPPYALCHEMY to receive $500 off when paid in full before 3/16/26http://www.nextlevelhappy.com/a/2148243705/Kz265w78New episodes drop every Wednesday. Subscribe to Fit, Fun, and Frazzled and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!

Your inbox is probably full of the same messages mine is right now. Every tech company and AI tool out there is promising to save you time, eliminate decision fatigue, and basically fix all your productivity problems. And the underlying message? If you're not using AI, you're falling behind.I'm someone who loves tech. I test new tools constantly. I teach time management and planning for a living. And I'm here to tell you this...I have yet to find an AI tool that can create a realistic weekly plan the way I teach planning, and I've tried a lot of them. So let's talk about where AI is genuinely helpful and where it's just not ready for women's lives yet.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Where AI is saving me real time Why most AI planning tools can't handle women's unpredictable livesThe fundamental problem with productivity tech designed for menFive questions to ask before adopting any new planning toolWhy the most productive people don't have fancy tech stacks________________________________

This episode is brought to you by our sponsor, Optinizers (https://www.optinizers.com/) — helping entrepreneurs scale smarter with world-class virtual support.Filipina martial artist, wellness entrepreneur, and digital creator Nelita Villezon has spent her life becoming a “human weapon” — and now she's using that power to help women feel safer, stronger, and more rooted in who they are. From growing up under the wing of her world-champion martial artist father to navigating health challenges, grief, motherhood, and reinvention, Nelita's journey is a masterclass in embodied confidence and redefining power as a Filipina. This conversation is for anyone who wants to feel more secure in her body, more honest about her struggles, and more intentional about how she rises.  In this episode we'll cover…  - How Nelita's Filipina upbringing and her dad's legacy in martial arts shaped her identity, confidence, and career path  - What it really means to be a “human weapon” — and how awareness, boundaries, and simple tools (yes, even an umbrella) can radically increase your safety  - The behind-the-scenes reality of being a creator, mom, and entrepreneur in her late 30s/40s — and why she's done performing perfection online  - Why she felt called to create women-only self-defense spaces and the emotional shift she witnesses when fear turns into power in her students  - How grief, health scares, and life transitions led her to focus on longevity, wellness, and sustainable strength instead of hustle and burnout  - Practical ways Filipinas can reclaim power in everyday life: from how you walk into a room to how you advocate for your body, time, and energy  ⏱ Timestamps00:00:00 Welcome, Filipina on the Rise & Nelita's intro  00:01:21 “Frazzled but here”: real-life chaos & showing up anyway  00:03:06 What it means to be a “human weapon” & her dad's legacy  00:04:49 Lifelong martial arts, survival, and doors it opened  00:05:56 Situational awareness, travel safety & everyday “weapons”  00:06:52 Why she felt called to train women specifically  00:07:58 The switch that flips when women find their power  00:09:40 Representation, fierceness & being who you never saw growing up  00:11:04 Growing up Black and Filipina, moving from North Carolina to California  00:13:35 “What are you?”: forms, race boxes & early identity confusion  00:18:30 Claiming both cultures & healing the inner child  00:25:10 Entering male-dominated spaces in martial arts and film  00:33:45 Grief, health challenges & rebuilding from rock bottom  00:42:20 Redefining strength: longevity, nervous system & sustainable power  00:51:00 Motherhood, boundaries & designing a values-led career  00:58:30 Practical self-defense tips & how to start training today  01:03:00 Final words for the woman learning to take up space  ✨ Connect with Nelita  Instagram: https://instagram.com/nelita_v  Programs & Offerings: https://stan.store/nelita_v  

Everyone talks about systems like they're the key to doing more. Scale your business. Get more done at home. Be more productive. But here's what no one is telling you about why you actually need good systems, whether you're running a business or managing a household...The real benefit isn't about capacity or growth. It's about calm. When you have solid systems in place, you get to step away without everything falling apart. You get to go on vacation and actually enjoy it. You stop being the bottleneck everyone depends on. And most importantly, you stop living in constant overwhelm. If you're already drowning in chaos, scaling that chaos just creates more chaos. But when you build systems that prioritize calm first, everything else becomes possible.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why scaling chaos only creates more chaosThe real reason great systems matter more than efficiencyHow calm operations keep you from being the bottleneckWhat happens when you step away with systems in placeWhy harmony should be your goal before adding more to your plateResources Mentioned In The Episode:Get control of your LIFE with the TOP Program: www.thetopprogram.comGet control of your BUSINESS with TOP Operations: www.megansumrell.com/operations________________________________

You know the boundaries you've set a hundred times before? The ones that work great for about three days until someone asks you to take on one more thing, stay late one more time, or handle one more crisis? We've all been there. Setting boundaries is the easy part. It's the keeping them that feels impossible when someone is standing in front of you asking for more.In this episode, I'm sitting down with Kendall Berg, a career coach who learned about boundaries the hard way. After being told she was great at her job but terrible to work with, she made a complete turnaround that led to five promotions in six years. The secret? It wasn't working harder or longer hours. It was finally building boundaries that could withstand real-world pressure. Kendall shares why working 80-hour weeks never got her ahead, how having a baby forced her to rethink everything, and the exact framework she uses to maintain boundaries even when priorities shift and people push back.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why setting boundaries is easy but keeping them is hardThe three types of boundaries you need (time, communication, priorities)How to use PMRs (Proactive Mitigation Responses) when boundaries get pushedWhy you can only focus on three priorities maximumHow to create your Ideal Week to protect your timeConnect with Kendall:www.instagram.com/thatcareercoachthatcareercoach.net  ________________________________

You're doing all the self-care things. The skincare routine, the supplements, the bubble baths. You've invested in the products and carved out the time. But something still feels off. That's because there's a critical difference between self-care and personal time that most women don't understand. And if you're only focusing on one, you're going to keep feeling empty no matter how many wellness routines you add to your day.Tune in as I'm breaking down the difference between self-care and personal time, plus how to start bringing more personal time back into your life without overhauling your entire schedule.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why wellness products and routines often end up feeling like another to-do listA simple exercise to reconnect with what makes you feel like yourselfHow to find small pockets of personal time in your already-full schedule________________________________

You're exhausted from managing your house. The clutter feels endless. You've tried the methods, bought the bins, pulled everything out of your closet, and asked if things spark joy. Nothing sticks. A few weeks later, you're right back where you started, wondering what's wrong with you.Katy Wells spent years in that same cycle until she realized something crucial. Traditional decluttering treats all clutter the same, which is why it keeps failing. In this conversation, we talk about her holistic approach that looks at you, not just your stuff. We dig into why some rooms feel impossible to declutter while others are easy, what "good enough" really means when you have kids making messes, and how to stop tying your self-worth to the pile on your counter. If decluttering has always felt like an uphill battle, this episode will finally explain why.In This Episode, We'll Cover:Why pulling everything out and starting over keeps backfiringThe four types of clutter hiding in your home (and why each needs different tools)How to declutter identity and sentimental items without the guilt spiralThe "good enough home" framework that reduces stress instantlyWhy clutter is literally spiking your cortisol levels like a threatConnect with Katy:Katy's New Book: Making Home Your Happy Place: How to Declutter Without the Overwhelm. Available for pre-order now, releases February 17th at YourHappyPlaceBook.comwww.katyjoywells.comwww.facebook.com/maximizedminimalistwww.instagram.com/katyjoywellsJoin the FREE One Notebook Challengeand Kiss your Notebook Clutter GoodbyeFebruary 2-6, 2026www.megansumrell.com/onenotebook ________________________________

Sticky notes on your desk. A notebook in your car. Another one by your bed. Maybe five different apps on your phone all capturing different types of information. Sound familiar?All those notebooks you think are keeping you organized are actually making you less productive. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly why the one notebook system has been such a game-changer for me (and thousands of other women), and sharing the five massive benefits that come from simplifying how you capture information.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why scattering information everywhere is costing you time, not saving itHow one simple system eliminated the stress of forgetting important thingsThe processing method that keeps you organized without overthinking your notesJoin the FREE One Notebook Challengeand Kiss your Notebook Clutter GoodbyeFebruary 2-6, 2026www.megansumrell.com/onenotebook________________________________

Ah nothing like dusting off an old classic. TODAY ON THE SHOW, We are TIRED and only halfway through the week BUT some of us are doing better than others! Payton is FRAZZLED! Then, we talk to Angie who is CARRYING TOO MUCH at WORK and needs our advice. Then, Metamucil out of a wine glass??!? Also, a NELLIS AUCTION UPDATE FROM KYLE and all the sudden her and Payton can speak HINDI? All of this and MUCH MORE today on JOHNJAY & RICH!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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