Ep. 127 Release the Guilt, Embrace the Joy: Reclaim Your Time & Energy w/ Anastasia Arauz

Moms, it’s time to stop trying to do it all—and start doing what truly matters! In this episode, educator and counselor Anastasia Arauz shares powerful insights on balancing commitments, setting priorities, and releasing guilt so you can reclaim your time and energy.

Inspired by Brené Brown’s values list, Anastasia explains how identifying your core values can help you say “no” without guilt and focus on what truly brings you joy. She offers practical tips, including grounding techniques and mindfulness strategies, to help overwhelmed moms feel more centered and in control.

If you’ve ever struggled with setting boundaries or feeling like you’re not doing enough, this episode will give you the tools and encouragement to shift your mindset and embrace a more intentional, joyful life. Tune in and take the first step toward letting go, finding balance, and prioritizing YOU!

These are the top three things you will learn from this podcast episode:

How to Identify & Prioritize Your Core Values – Learn how to create a values list (inspired by Brené Brown) to help guide your decisions, reduce guilt, and focus on what truly matters.

How to Set Boundaries & Say No with Confidence – Discover small, intentional steps—like saying “not right now” and practicing in the mirror—to help you set limits without guilt or overwhelm.

Grounding & Mindfulness Techniques for Overwhelm – Get practical strategies, like visualizing tree roots growing from your feet, to help you stay present, reduce anxiety, and make choices aligned with your well-being.

Episode Notes and Resources:

Anastasia Arauz’s website: https://www.anastasiaarauz.com/

Brene Brown’s Values List: https://brenebrown.com/resources/dare-to-lead-list-of-values/

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