7: Internal Dialogue, Self Talk, & Creating Mental Space As An Overwhelmed Mom

The holidays can be magical—but also incredibly overwhelming. In this week’s episode of The Wand(HER)wild Podcast, Monica and Carolyn dive deep into the internal dialogue that shapes our experience as mothers, especially during the busiest season of the year.They explore how our inner voice influences the way we show up—emotionally, mentally, and energetically—and share simple, soulful ways to shift self-talk, reclaim time, and move through the holidays with more grace and ease. Whether you're feeling stretched thin or just craving a softer way to experience this season, this conversation is for you.Key Takeaways From the Episode:* How your internal narrative shapes your reality as a mother* Why awareness—not perfection—is the first step to healing* Simple mindset tools to create more presence and peace* How to model self-compassion and mindfulness for your kidsRead or listen to the full story on our website or wherever you get your podcasts.Time Stamps[00:00] – Welcome & Holiday Pressure: Monica and Carolyn set the tone for the conversation, sharing how the holidays often amplify mental clutter for moms.[02:00] – What Is Internal Dialogue?: Carolyn explains how internal thoughts shape daily actions and her own journey from anxiety to awareness.[06:00] – Rewriting the Narrative: How reframing our thoughts can lead to emotional shifts and more empowered action.[09:00] – Becoming the Observer: Carolyn shares how to pause and notice your thoughts without identifying with them.[13:00] – Practicing Self-Compassion: Loving-kindness meditations, mirror affirmations, and why it’s hard (but healing) to say "I love you" to yourself.[17:00] – Supporting Our Kids: How storytelling, books, and embodiment help model emotional awareness for children.[23:00] – Tools to Calm a Busy Mind: Real-life practices like meditation, journaling, naps, and nature to soothe mental overload.[26:00] – It's Not All on You: Acknowledging societal pressures and how they set moms up to feel overwhelmed.[28:00] – Redefining Holiday Expectations: Releasing perfection and embracing traditions that feel aligned to your values.[30:00] – About the Time Bending Workshop: What to expect and how it supports moms in reclaiming presence and space.[32:00] – Final Reflections & Invitation: Carolyn and Monica reflect on their journeys and invite listeners into community-centered healing.Quick Links:Wand(HER)wild | Virtual Events for MomsWanderwild Family Retreats | Bespoke In Person RetreatsGrab A Virtual Coffee with MonicaSubscribe to Wand(HER)wild’s Substack for bi-weekly newsletters or follow our podcast on Apple or follow our podcast on Spotify to never miss an episode. Leave a review to support our work. Thank you for listening!SubscribedThanks for listening to The Wand(HER)wild the podcast! Feel free to share with a mama friend. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wandherwild.substack.com