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EPISODE · Mar 27, 2025 · 24 MIN

Self-Care or Shutdown: Why Waiting Isn't an Option

from Energy + Hours · host Jill Wright, Time Management Expert

In this episode of Grow Like a Mother, I sit down with Kiara Brown, a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in anxiety and trauma. Kiara shares her wisdom on the deep connection between self-care and boundaries, especially for those who are natural caregivers. We explore how setting healthy limits can transform your well-being, why prioritizing yourself isn't selfish, and how small mindset shifts can make a big impact.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ The importance of boundaries and how they impact mental health✅ Why self-care is essential (and not just a luxury)✅ How to reframe guilt around putting yourself first✅ Practical steps to start making time for YOU✅ Simple ways to shift your mindset for better balanceAbout Kiara:As a mom of two young kids and the wife of a National Guard member, Kiara understands the challenges of balancing responsibilities while maintaining personal wellness. She offers practical strategies to help you manage your time, prevent burnout, and start prioritizing yourself before your body forces you to.Connect with Kiara:Website: www.lunar-counseling.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/lunarcounselinglpc   Resources Mentioned:Angela’s episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-epic-lies-about-emotions/id1601675882?i=1000670739791 Free Resource from Kiara: https://www.lunar-counseling.com/tips-and-tricks-for-individuals-feeling-overwhelmed-with-relationships-and-life-overall  Subscribe and Review: If this episode resonated with you, share it with a fellow mom or caregiver who needs to hear this message! And don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review - it helps us keep bringing you amazing conversations.Follow Jill Wright:Website: www.jillwright.ca Instagram: @growlikeamother

In this episode of Grow Like a Mother, I sit down with Kiara Brown, a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in anxiety and trauma. Kiara shares her wisdom on the deep connection between self-care and boundaries, especially for those who are natural caregivers. We explore how setting healthy limits can transform your well-being, why prioritizing yourself isn't selfish, and how small mindset shifts can make a big impact.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ The importance of boundaries and how they impact mental health✅ Why self-care is essential (and not just a luxury)✅ How to reframe guilt around putting yourself first✅ Practical steps to start making time for YOU✅ Simple ways to shift your mindset for better balanceAbout Kiara:As a mom of two young kids and the wife of a National Guard member, Kiara understands the challenges of balancing responsibilities while maintaining personal wellness. She offers practical strategies to help you manage your time, prevent burnout, and start prioritizing yourself before your body forces you to.Connect with Kiara:Website: www.lunar-counseling.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/lunarcounselinglpc   Resources Mentioned:Angela’s episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-epic-lies-about-emotions/id1601675882?i=1000670739791 Free Resource from Kiara: https://www.lunar-counseling.com/tips-and-tricks-for-individuals-feeling-overwhelmed-with-relationships-and-life-overall  Subscribe and Review: If this episode resonated with you, share it with a fellow mom or caregiver who needs to hear this message! And don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review - it helps us keep bringing you amazing conversations.Follow Jill Wright:Website: www.jillwright.ca Instagram: @growlikeamother

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