I’m Not Okay… And My Cats Know | Cat Mom Life | Ep. 27

Today’s diary entry is a quiet, honest moment: what happens when you’re not okay—and your cats feel it.In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I reflect on stress, emotional overwhelm, and the subtle but powerful way our inner state affects our cats. This is not about perfection—it’s about awareness, pausing, and coming back to yourself.This is where I’ve gathered everything that helps me care for my cats and myself: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode Why cats mirror your emotional state  How stress and anxiety impact your cats’ behavior  The hidden effect of people-pleasing on your energy  A simple awareness shift that changes everything  How grounding yourself creates calm for your catsTimestamps & Chapters00:00 – When I’m Not Okay, My Cats Know 00:15 – Stress, Anxiety & Emotional Overload 00:40 – How Cats React to Our Energy 01:00 – The Power of Pausing 01:10 – Choosing Presence Changes EverythingDiary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.Resources for Cat ParentsEverything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/About the Diary of a Cat Mom PodcastDiary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.→ Learn More About Becoming a Guesthttps://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-packageConnect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.→ Learn More About Sponsorshiphttps://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package