Episode #74 Feel Less Overwhelmed Fast (Without Adding One More Thing)

What happens when the life you’ve been powering through stops working—and there’s no clear pause button to figure out what’s next? In this conversation, Landy Peek sits down with Emily Capuria—licensed therapist turned coach and author—to explore the reality so many women are living: overwhelm, over-functioning, and the quiet sense that your life doesn’t fit anymore, even if it looks “fine” from the outside. Together, they unpack how meaningful change actually happens when your calendar is full, your family still needs you, and you’re tired of being the one who carries it all. This episode focuses on micro-shifts that create real relief—without adding one more thing to your plate. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why life sometimes forces the pause—and why that pause can feel deeply uncomfortable The overlooked starting point: getting curious about what you actually want, moment to moment The “Gilmore Girls Pop-Tart” question—and why it matters more than it sounds How to stop over-functioning at home without everything falling apart Why delegating isn’t just practical—it changes your emotional load The permission most women need: time (especially for creative projects) Emily’s “magic” framework: strengths, what lights you up, and lived experience A powerful reframe for parenting: prioritizing strengths—not just fixing weaknesses Why missing “Crazy Sock Day” isn’t a catastrophe—and what that reveals about pressure and self-worth Mentioned in this episode: Emily’s books: Happiness Happens and Riley’s Remarkable Roller Coaster Ride The “Roller Coaster Breath,” a calming strategy designed for kids Connect with Emily Emily shares her work, resources, and ways to continue the conversation on Instagram. Emily Capuria – Website https://www.emilycapuria.com/ Emily Capuria – Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emily.capuria/ Emily’s Books & Resources  https://www.emilycapuria.com/books-resources   If stress has been hijacking your day, Stress, Rewritten is a private audio experience designed to change how stress shows up in the moment—so it stops repeating on autopilot. Join: Stress, Rewritten Final takeaway Your life doesn’t need a complete overhaul to feel different. Sometimes the shift begins with one quiet question:  What do I want—right now?And then letting that answer matter