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Overcome the Overwhelm for Special Needs Moms
by Lauren Lowery
Overcome the Overwhelm for Special Needs Moms is your go-to podcast for breaking through the emotional struggles of raising a child with a disability. Hosted by a life coach and mom who truly gets it, each episode is packed with no-nonsense advice to help you stop living in survival mode, ditch the guilt, and keep from burning out.If you've ever thought…-I feel like I’m failing my child-No one understands what I go through every day.-I can’t keep up with everything-No matter how much I do, it never feels like enough… Then you aren't going to want to miss an episode!
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237. 5 Tips for the Anxious Moms
Book a Consult Call: https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/As moms of disabled children, anxiety can feel like just part of the job description. We tell ourselves we're just being responsible, staying prepared, or thinking ahead. But sometimes what we're actually doing is trying to solve problems that don't exist yet, replaying unanswered questions, and trying to control things that simply aren't ours to control.In this episode, I'm sharing five simple tips that can help you stop spiraling and ruminating.
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236. The Secret to Finding Yourself Again (MVP)
Our priorities change. Our bodies change. Our schedules change. But many moms also feel like they have lost a sense of who they even are anymore once they start a family. In this MVP episode replay, I share what actually keeps moms from doing the things they once loved, and the secret to finding themselves once again. Medical Binder Link: lowerylifecoaching.com/medical-binderTo learn more about working with me, book a consult call: https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/
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235. How to Stop the Cycle Compare and Despair
In this Coaching Hotline episode, I'm coaching a special needs mom who can't seem to stop comparing her child (and herself) to other families.But what if comparison isn't actually the problem?In this episode, you'll learn why comparison feels so painful, what you're making it mean about your child and your future, and how to stop letting other people's journeys determine how you feel about your own.To submit your own request for coaching, send an email to [email protected]
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234. The Two Sides of You
Most of us were never taught how to manage and control our emotions without suppressing them.Instead, many of us learned that some emotions are "good" and should be encouraged, while others are "bad" and should be avoided, pushed away, or are problems to be solved. But what if emotional regulation isn't about getting rid of difficult feelings at all?In this episode, I'm sharing the powerful lesson in managing emotions that comes from an old parable. I dive into what true emotional regulation looks like, why fighting certain emotions often makes them stronger, and how learning to make room for all of your emotions can create more peace, resilience, and self-compassion.
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233. The Action Audit
Want to learn more about working with me? Go to https://lowerylifecoaching.com/coaching/Ever feel like no matter how hard you try and how much you do, you still aren't getting the results you want in life? This episode breaks down a tool that helps you focus on the right actions, those that truly move the needle, so you can dramatically shift your results with less time and energy.
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232. How Your Self-Concept Shapes Your Life
How would you describe yourself?“I’m always overwhelmed.”“I’m bad at consistency.”“I’m awkward.”“I’m not disciplined.”“I’m smart."“I’m just not someone with a lot of energy.”What if some of the things you believe are “just who you are” are actually patterns your brain learned, practiced, and reinforced over time?In this episode, we’re exploring the surprising difference between identity and habit, and how repeated experiences slowly become self-concepts that start shaping your behavior, your confidence, your nervous system, and your expectations of yourself.
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231. The Emotional Whiplash of Special Needs Motherhood
This past week was FULL of special needs mom life.Appointments, Make-A-Wish, Special Olympics, end-of-year school celebrations and field trips, caregiver trainings, paperwork, and so much more.All in the same week.And that emotional whiplash can take you out if you don’t know how to process it.In this episode, I’m sharing what it looks like to use coaching tools in the middle of actual real life as a special needs mom.I’m giving you a peek inside how I coached myself through the challenges, and how it impacted not just my life but the lives of those around me. >>>Book a Consult Call<<<
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230. The Gifts We Get as Special Needs Moms (MVP)
Almost 100 episodes later, and this one still knocks me to my knees. In this MVP replay, I'm sharing one of my most powerful episodes in honor of Mother's Day. In this episode, I share a poem by an unknown author that I came across that made such an impact on me, called “I am the Child.” Link to read the poem: http://www.oafccd.com/lanark/poems/child1.html
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229. What Special Needs Moms Can Learn from Dr. Edith Eva Eger
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 4 powerful lessons I’ve learned from Dr. Edith Eva Eger that I think every special needs mom needs to hear.Her work around suffering, freedom, healing, and personal responsibility has changed how I see my life, and how I show up as a mom raising a child with disabilities.We talk about the difference between pain and victimhood, why waiting for life to feel easier keeps us stuck, and how so much of our peace comes from learning to reclaim the power we still have.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, resentful, exhausted, or like life is just happening to you, this episode is for you.
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228. How to Take More Action in Your Life (Without Burning Out)
Click HERE to sign up for the "How to Stop Feeling Like It's Never Enough" workshop!Most people get this wrong...The main thing stopping us from reaching our dreams isn’t lack of skills or resources. It’s the stories we tell ourselves about why we can’t or shouldn’t.The biggest barrier is often inside our minds. It’s the fears and doubts we believe that keep us from doing the things we know we need to be doing. In this episode, we're diving into how to start taking action towards what you want, and exactly what you can do to sustain it... even when the motivation is gone.
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227. The Real Reason You Never Feel “Caught Up”
Grab your spot for the "How to Stop Feeling Like It’s Never Enough" workshop: https://lowerylifecoaching.com/workshop/You can check off 47 things today and still go to bed feeling like you didn’t do enough.You’re managing appointments, therapies, school stuff, meals, laundry, texts you forgot to respond to, and approximately 5 tons of invisible mental load.And still, your brain likes to tell you that you are always behind. In this episode, I'm diving into why that feeling doesn't come from your to-do list, but from the way you’ve been conditioned to think about your role, your worth, and what “enough” even means.
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226. Why This Isn’t Just About the Diagnosis
If your child’s diagnosis has ever felt heavy, personal, or overwhelming in ways you don’t fully understand… this episode is going to give you a completely different way to look at it.Not to minimize your experience, but to help you understand it in a way that actually gives you some power back.
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225. The Cycle You’re Stuck In (And Don’t Even Realize)
Ever feel like no matter what you do, you keep ending up in the same place?Same overwhelm. Same frustration. Same patterns.There’s a reason for that, and once you see it, you can start changing it.In this episode, we're talking about the Confirmation Bias-- what it is, why it keeps us stuck, and the simplest way to overcome it.
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224. The Simplest Way to Start Feeling Better This Week
If you’re in survival mode, the idea of setting goals might feel… laughable.You’re not trying to run a marathon or change your whole life, you’re just trying to get through the day.But what if the thing that actually helps you feel better isn’t a big life-changing goal, but something much smaller?In this episode, we’re talking about how tiny, everyday goals can help you get out of burnout, feel more in control, and start trusting yourself again.To book a consult call, go to https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/
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223. When No One Understands Your Life
Book a Consult Call: https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/Most people can’t relate to what we go through as special needs parents.They don’t know what it’s like to hear a stranger ask, “What’s wrong with him?” or to hold the mix of emotions that comes with a diagnosis.So your brain offers a simple conclusion: “They won’t understand.”And once you believe that, you start to pull back.In this episode, we’re looking at that thought—what it creates, and why it matters, and how that belief shapes your relationships, your openness, and how supported you feel.If you’ve been holding back because it feels like no one really gets it, this episode will help you see what’s happening—and what changes when you start to question it.
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222. Breaking the Cycle of Burnout in Motherhood with Irin Rubin
Motherhood is a lot heavier than many of us expected. The exhaustion. The pressure to get everything “right.” The never-ending mental list running in the background of your brain.Over time, it can pull you into a cycle of burnout that feels impossible to break.In this episode, I’m joined by Irin Rubin, creator and founder of the MamaZen app. We talk about what’s really going on when moms feel overwhelmed, reactive, and completely drained.We get into why so many mothers feel unsupported, how guilt and perfectionism keep us stuck, and what actually helps you step out of that burnout cycle. Irin also shares simple tools that can help calm your nervous system in the middle of real-life parenting moments.If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Why does this feel so hard?” this conversation will help you understand why—and what you can start doing differently.Resources & LinksMamaZen App (iOS & Android): Search “MamaZen” in the App Store or Google Play.Website: mamazen.comBook: The MamaZen Parenting Method by Irin Rubin (available on Amazon)To learn more and schedule a free consultation call with Lauren, go to: https://lowerylifecoaching.com/coaching/
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221. Finding Hope When Progress is Hard to See (MVP)
To many special needs parents, progress can feel slow, even invisible, despite all the therapies, routines, and endless love you pour in. At times, it can be frustrating and even feel hopeless.But what if we are measuring progress all wrong? This week's episode is a replay of one of our most impactful past episodes, where I share the parable of the Chinese Bamboo Tree, and how it can help us redefine growth, embrace patience, and find hope even when visible progress is hard to see. Tune in to learn: ✨ How to redefine progress and celebrate unseen growth ✨ Strategies to stay motivated when you feel stuck ✨ Why your daily love and dedication truly matter, even if you don’t see immediate resultsTo learn more about working with me and book your consult, go to lowerylifecoaching.com/coaching
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220. Change Happens 10% at a Time
Book a consult call:https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/Have you ever been told to “think more positively” or try affirmations about something hard in your life… and it just made you roll your eyes?Maybe someone told you to look at yourself in the mirror each morning and say:“I’m doing an amazing job.”“I’m such a patient mom.”“I am calm, balanced, and in control.”And you’re standing there thinking, Have you seen my life?!When you’re raising a child with disabilities, managing appointments, therapies, school meetings, the constant mental load, your brain isn’t going to be easily convinced by shiny, inspirational phrases.In this episode, I share exactly why affirmations don't always work, and what to do instead.
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219. My Child Resents Their Disabled Sibling… Now What?
Book a consult call: https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/***There are some parenting moments that knock the air out of you.Like when your child says “I hate that everything is about him.”Or, “I wish she wasn’t like this.”Those words can hit you in the gut like a ton of bricks.In this episode, we’re talking about what to do (and what NOT to do) when resentment shows up between siblings in a special needs household. We’ll talk about:Why sibling resentment is more common than anyone admitsWhat that resentment is usually actually aboutThe mistake most parents make in the moment How to respond in a way that builds emotional safety instead of shutting things downIf you’ve ever felt that wave of guilt or panic when your child says something hard about their sibling, this conversation is one you’re not going to want to miss.
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218. The Most Important Rule in Our House (And Why You Need It Too)
If one small mistake can spiral into, “What is wrong with me?”If you replay conversations at night and cringe.If you hold yourself to a standard you would never expect from anyone else…Then this episode is for you. I’m sharing a new rule we made in our house after my daughter called herself “stupid” for making a simple mistake — and why I believe this might be one of the most important rules you can adopt in your household.Because this isn’t just about being nicer (even though that is important), it’s about so much more than just that. It’s about identity, the subtle shift from, “I made a mistake” to, “I am the mistake.”And it’s about why shame and negative self-talk do not actually make you better, and can even make things worse. This might be the rule you didn’t know you needed, for your kids AND yourself. ******To book a consult call with me, go to: lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall
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217. One of the Hardest Things for a Special Needs Mom to Say
As special needs moms, we do a LOT of hard things every single day, but uttering this one little sentence seems to be one of the hardest...No. Nope. No thank you. In this episode, we're diving into why saying 'no' is so hard for us, and the negative impact it can have in your life when you don't say it.
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216. 3 Ways to Feel More in Control
When life feels like total chaos (sick kids, school closures, political climate...), it’s easy to feel like you’ve lost all control. In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple ways to feel more in control in life right now, and help you feel more grounded, even when everything else is a hot mess.You’ll learn:What to focus on when you can’t fix everythingHow to stop spiraling with worst-case-scenario thinkingOne thing you can control that actually makes a difference
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215. Who You Are When You’re Not in Survival Mode
***Book a Consult Call***https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/If you’ve been living in survival mode for months (or years), it can start to feel like that’s just who you are now—always reactive, always exhausted, always one step behind. But it’s not.In this episode, we’re talking about what actually happens when you begin to step out of survival mode, not because your life gets easier, but because you start thinking differently inside it. I’m sharing how survival mode shapes your identity, what it looks like when it starts to loosen its grip, and how to feel like yourself again.
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214. MVP: Energy Drainers and Energy Givers
Our lives are full of things that drain us, and things that give us life, give us energy. In this MVP episode, I share a list of common, sneaky energy drainers that we often don't realize are leading us to exhaustion. We dive into how to recognize them, and how you can add more Energy Givers into your life.
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213. The Truth About Finding a Village as a Special Needs Mom
As a special needs mom, wanting a break can feel complicated.It’s not just about logistics. It’s not just about finding someone “qualified enough.”A lot of the time, it’s the fear underneath it all—the fear of something going wrong, the fear that no one could possibly care for your child the way you do.In this episode, I’m talking about why building a “village” is often less about other people stepping up and more about what’s happening inside you when you even consider asking for help.
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212. How to Actually Change Your Life in 2026
Most New Year’s plans fail for one simple reason:They ignore your actual life.Resolutions are built on fantasy—who you wish you were, how you hope you’ll feel, what you think should matter.It actually uses your real life as data.What worked last year?What didn’t?What cost you more than it gave you?When it comes to moving your life forward and making the next year better than the last, that data MATTERS. This method I'm sharing helps you set clearer priorities, follow through more on what you say you want to do, and helps you build real do-able momentum. Listen in to learn The Start/ Stop/ Continue Method and how to apply it to your own life, so 2026 can be your best year yet!Don't forget to follow me on Instagram! @lauren_nia_lowery
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211. The Holiday Overwhelm Reset
✨ Book your Holiday Overwhelm Reset Session: https://calendly.com/laurennialowery/resetThis week, we’re talking about holiday overwhelm -- why it feels so intense, why it sneaks up on you every year, and why cutting your to-do list never actually solves it.There is a sneaky cause underneath all the stress… and it’s probably not the one you think.In this episode, I break down what’s really going on, how to spot it in your own life, and what you can do right now to feel lighter heading into the holidays.
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210. How to Solve Any Problem (Without Spiraling)
If you've ever faced a problem in your life that feels too big, too heavy, too expensive, too impossible — and your brain keeps taking you on that downward spiral of misery and overwhelm — then this episode is for you.Because let’s be honest:Most of the time, the problem isn’t what takes us out.It’s the spiral that follows.In this episode, I’m talking about how to face (and SOLVE) any problem that feels impossible and too big. There's a secret method that is the KEY to solving problems in our lives, and I'm sharing it with you in this episode. Click HERE to book a consult with Lauren
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209. A Pre-Holiday Reminder for Special Needs Moms
Something has been bothering me about the holiday season… and I finally said it out loud in this episode.Everywhere we turn, there’s this pressure to make everything look perfect. The cozy decorations, the perfect gifts, participating in the never-ending festivities and holiday parties, the matching pajamas, the “magical” memories perfectly curated for Instagram and Facebook…And if you’re a special needs mom, this pressure is only intensified.So much of what we stress over this time of year…doesn’t even matter.And once you see what actually does matter (and why we lose sight of it ) the whole season feels different.This episode is the deep breath you probably haven’t taken in a while, and the reminder you didn’t know you needed.If the holidays already feel heavy, or you’re tired of pretending you’re fine when you’re actually overwhelmed, this episode is for you.
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208. Coaching Hotline: When You’re Too Tired to Live Your Life
This week’s Coaching Hotline episode dives into one of our listener's struggles, that so many special needs moms are very familiar with.This listener is navigating a mentally grueling job, chronic illness, evenings on her own with her kids, and the crushing feeling of “I’m too tired for anything.” If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on fumes and still expected to meet everyone’s needs, this episode is exactly what you need to hear.
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207. The Uncomfortable Truth Every Special Needs Mom Needs to Hear
Link to book a consult call: https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/*******If you’ve been wishing and waiting for life to magically get easier… for someone to notice you’re drowning… for the stress to finally ease up...This one’s for you. 💛In this episode, I'm sharing an uncomfortable truth that changed my entire life when I learned it. It's the wake-up call you might be needing.
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206. Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop (MVP)
As special needs moms, it is so common for us to be awaiting the next bad thing, the next illness, the next hospitalization... the other shoe to drop... when things are going smoothly. In this episode, we dive into the ways this mentality shows up, and how it is doubling our stress and keeping us from being present in the moment.
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205. The Truth About Therapies and Early Interventions (MVP)
Is there really one “right” therapy?Or are we just drowning in Google searches, hoping to crack the magical code that will lead to our child finally hitting that big milestone like walking, talking, or finally sleeping through the dang night?So many of us special needs moms fall into the trap of thinking there’s one golden-ticket treatment out there. That if we research hard enough, fight hard enough, do enough… we’ll find the thing that unlocks all the milestones.But that mindset is the fast track to burnout.In this episode, we’re talking about how to think about therapies, early interventions, and what actually helps (hint: it’s not just one magic answer).
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204. It's Okay to Be Happy (Even If Everything Feels Like a Dumpster Fire)
When the world feels like it’s on fire, and your personal life isn’t far behind, it can feel wrong to let yourself be… happy.Like, how dare you enjoy your iced coffee or laugh at your kid’s ridiculous dance moves when there are real, hard things going on around you?In this episode, we’re talking about that sneaky guilt that creeps in when you try to feel good in the middle of the chaos—and why it’s actually essential that you do.Your brain is hardwired to keep you focused on the bad stuff. It thinks it’s helping. (Thanks, brain!) But if we don’t intentionally look for the good, we miss out on the stuff that actually makes life worth living. Joy. Connection. Love. Nature walks with your feral kids. All of it.We’ll dig into:Why letting yourself be happy doesn’t mean you’re ignoring realityHow joy can be your secret weapon for surviving the hard stuffOne question that can help you find your way back to right nowA super simple practice to start letting more of the good stuff inYou’ll walk away with permission to feel good today, not “after things calm down.” Because life doesn’t stand still while we wait for it to get easier, and you deserve to feel a little joy right in the middle of the mess.Come say hi on Instagram [@lauren_nia_lowery] and let me know: Where are you letting yourself be happy lately?
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203. The 3 Secrets to Becoming a Better Advocate (MVP)
When it comes to advocating for our children, the constant fight can end up exhausting us as special needs parents. In this episode, I share 3 secrets to making advocacy easier and more effective.
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202. Why Your Self-Care Isn’t Working (And What to Do Instead)
Ever feel like no matter how much rest you get, you're still running on fumes?In this episode, I'm sharing the secret behind what's happening when our rest and self-care just isn't doing the trick (or lasting very long at all).We talk about the kinds of "leaks" that drain special needs moms the most (hint: it’s not just about being busy), how to spot them, and what you can do to start plugging those holes, so your rest and recuperation actually HELPS!
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201. How to Turn Your Year Around
If you're looking back at the past 12 months thinking, “This year has been out of control!” then you are not alone, my friend. In this episode, I’m sharing a simple (but insanely powerful) exercise that helps you see exactly where you do have control in life, even if it doesn’t feel like it in the moment. I’m walking you through a perspective shift that’ll help you:Stop feeling like life is just happening to youUnderstand where you are in control but don’t realize itReclaim your power in the middle of the chaos, instead of waiting for everything to calm down firstSet yourself up for the rest of the year to feel more grounded, clear, and capable, even if nothing around you changesLINK TO BOOK A CONSULT CALL: https://calendly.com/laurennialowery/30min
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200. The Dreams We Have For Our Children
Most of us had dreams for our kids before they were even born.We pictured their first steps. School days. Sleepovers. Maybe even a wedding one day.We imagined the kind of life they’d have, and the kind of mom we’d get to be.And when the diagnosis came, and the delays didn’t go away…When the future got blurry instead of bright and predictable….It hurts.Like, gut-punch, can’t-catch-your-breath, “this isn’t fair” kind of pain.In this episode, I’m sharing 3 things that will help ease that pain and allow you to move closer to accepting what is, and letting go of what might have been.
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199. The Art and Science of Savoring
Do you ever feel like the good moments fly by while the hard ones drag on?This episode is all about slowing down to make the most out of the good moments in life through a practice called Savoring. This is a powerful (and surprisingly simple) tool from positive psychology that helps you slow down and fully experience the joy that’s already in your life.Studies have shown that the practice of savoring can boost your mood, increase positive emotions, and decrease anxiety and depression.🎧 Tune in to learn how savoring rewires your brain for more joy, peace, and presence, no matter how messy your life gets.
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198. The 9 Signs of "Good Mom Syndrome"
Do you ever feel guilty for resting, saying no, or taking time for yourself? Ever avoid conflicts because you want to just “keep the peace”? Or maybe you’ve found yourself making sure everyone around you is happy and comfortable, even when it means you are not.If so, you might be dealing with Good Mom Syndrome… and you’re not alone.In this episode, we dive into the subtle (but powerful) ways society teaches moms that their worth is tied to how well they care for everyone else. I’m sharing why so many high-achieving, loving, devoted moms secretly feel burnt out, resentful, and never “good enough”… no matter how hard they try.If you find yourself exhausted from:Always putting your kids, partner, or work before yourselfStruggling to set boundaries or say noFeeling guilty when you take a breakThe pressure to be seen as a good mom….Then this episode is for you.
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197. The Motto That Keeps Me Sane as a Special Needs Mom
BOOK YOUR CONSULT CALL: https://calendly.com/laurennialowery/30min***********How many times have you completely spiraled over something like forgetting pajama day at school, giving meds a little late, or a comment that stranger made about your child… only to realize a week later that it did not matter. At all. As special needs moms, we face hard and heavy shit every single day. And our brains are wired to seek out all the potential “threats” like illnesses, symptoms, etc. And when we are wired to see all the potentially bad things in life, it ends up draining us mentally, emotionally, and physically. In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite simple and easy hacks to help you stop wasting your precious energy on things that end up not mattering in the grand scheme of things, so you have energy for the things that actually DO matter to you. Here’s what we’ll get into:Why our brains love to make small stuff feel like a big dealHow to tell when something really is serious (and when it’s just brain drama)A mindset shift that helps me calm down before I lose my mind over the dishwasher, the IEP meeting, or meltdowns
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196. How to Stop Caring What Other People Think
We let other people's opinions dictate what clothes we wear, the cars we drive, and ultimately how we see ourselves. Most of us have been running our lives like someone’s watching and judging 24/7. But what if you dropped the performance and just decided to like yourself? Like, on purpose?In this episode, we're talking about how our self-image (how we see ourselves) is often sneakily shaped by how we think others see us, and if you’re not paying attention, it can run your whole dang life.In this episode, we’re talking about:Why your brain cares so much about what others think (blame evolution and a whole lotta social conditioning)The tiny question that can reveal your actual preferences (hello, self-awareness!)How tying your worth to gold stars and Pinterest-perfection keeps you stuckWhy self-image isn’t about changing your body, your house, or your life, but changing what you say to yourselfWhat self-acceptance really looks like (hint: it’s not bath bombs and affirmations in the mirror)Because confidence isn’t born from external validation. It’s built on knowing who you are, liking your damn self, and choosing what feels right for you.
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195. Useful vs. Unuseful Thoughts (Even When They’re True)
Some thoughts feel so true, they might as well be facts, thoughts like “Other families have it easier" or "This isn't fair."But even the truest thoughts can quietly drain your energy, spiral your emotions, and make hard days feel even heavier.In this episode, I show you how to recognize the sneaky difference between a thought that’s true and one that’s actually helpful.Because sometimes, the truest thought in the world keeps us stuck, small, pissed off, or drowning in the river of misery.
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194. Waiting for Answers as a Medical Mom
For special needs moms and medical moms managing pending test results, referrals, or diagnosis delays- this episode is for you...Do you ever feel like you're stuck waiting for something, like that test results, a referral, an appointment, some kind of answer, before you can exhale or move forward?In this episode, we’re talking about what I call “waiting mode”- that stuck, suspended state so many special needs moms live in. I’ll share how this pause button we unconsciously hit can quietly create the exact life we fear: one that feels heavy, hard, and isolating.And most importantly, I’ll give you tools to reclaim your life even in the midst of the unknown. You don’t have to wait to feel peace, connection, or joy.This is for you if you’ve ever felt like life is always on hold until the next medical thing is figured out.Book a free consult call with me: https://calendly.com/laurennialowery/30min
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193. 5 Questions That Will Change Your Life
We ask ourselves questions all day long. Questions like...Why can't I get my shit together?Why am I like this?Why is this happening to me?But these dead-end questions usually just end up going no where, or at least no where good. In this episode, I'm sharing the top 5 questions that I use in my own self-coaching that have transformed who I am and how I show up in the world. These questions have made me a better mother, helped me reach my goals and blow my own mind with what I can do, and helped me have a lot more joy.
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192. The Happiness Audit
When was the last time you felt truly happy- not just okay, not just surviving, but alive and at peace?In this episode, I’m walking you through a simple but powerful exercise, called The Happiness Audit, to help you figure out what’s draining your energy, what actually brings you joy, and how to create small, doable shifts to feel better right now.You don’t need a whole new life to feel happier.You just need to look at the patterns you’ve been tolerating on autopilot and make one new choice at a time.
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191. Coaching Hotline: Anxiety About My Child's Appearance
Let’s get real for a sec.What do you do when your brain is hyperfocused on your child’s appearance- and not in the “she’s so cute I could cry” kind of way?In this episode, I respond to a mom who’s caught in an anxiety spiral about her daughter’s facial features after surgery. Despite reassurance from doctors and her partner, her brain keeps ruminating over every detail and whispering unhelpful things like:👉 What if people treat her differently?👉 What if she’s not pretty?👉 What kind of mom even thinks this way?!Oof. If you’ve ever had a thought that made you feel like a “bad mom” (welcome to the club, by the way), this episode is for you.We unpack:Why judging your thoughts only makes them louder (and what to do instead)The difference between being shallow and being humanHow to stop trying to bubble-wrap your child from the hard parts of lifeWhat to teach and model instead so she knows how to support herself through it all
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190. What I Stopped Caring About as a Special Needs Mom
One of the most powerful things I’ve learned (and coach clients on all the time) is this:✨You get to decide what’s worth your energy.-Not based on what makes other people more comfortable.-Not based on how “good moms” are supposed to act.-Not even based on what you used to care about.You’re allowed to care deeply about what actually matters to you…and let the rest go.In this episode, I’m sharing 3 things I’ve let go of caring about as a special needs mom, WHY, and the mindset shifts that helped me along the way.
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189. When Caregiving Takes Over Your Career
Book Your Consult Call: https://lowerylifecoaching.com/consultcall/Your child’s needs are 24/7. The appointments never end. The “career” you once had might feel like a distant memory. And now you’re wondering how the heck you'll ever feel good about your finances. If you've ever said to yourself, “I’ll never make enough because I can’t work full-time,” this episode is your permission slip to question everything you’ve been taught about money, worth, and work.We’re talking about:Why money is actually neutral, and how your thoughts about it are doing the heavy liftingThe belief that’s quietly draining your income and your confidenceHow an abundance mindset isn’t just fluffy woo- it’s practical and logicalYou don’t need full-time hours . You don't need to work harder, or work longer. You just need a different way of thinking about money. And this episode is here to give you that perspective shift, and it might just be the one that changes everything.
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188. 5 Signs You're a Dang Good Mom
Our brains aren’t always the most reliable narrators. Especially when you’re knee-deep in IEP paperwork, appointments, and trying to keep a household running with whatever scraps of energy you have left.And still, it loves to whisper things like:“You’re not doing enough.”“You should have handled that better.”“Other moms would be doing this differently.”But here's the truth: Those thoughts are NOT facts.In this episode, I’m walking you through 5 real, grounded, very-not-inspirational-poster signs that you’re actually a dang good mom. Not in a fluffy, “believe in yourself!” kind of way. In a “here’s actual evidence from your life that you’re killing it in ways your brain keeps overlooking” kind of way.If you’ve been feeling like you’re constantly dropping balls or wondering if you’re getting any of this right, this one’s for you.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Overcome the Overwhelm for Special Needs Moms is your go-to podcast for breaking through the emotional struggles of raising a child with a disability. Hosted by a life coach and mom who truly gets it, each episode is packed with no-nonsense advice to help you stop living in survival mode, ditch the guilt, and keep from burning out.If you've ever thought…-I feel like I’m failing my child-No one understands what I go through every day.-I can’t keep up with everything-No matter how much I do, it never feels like enough… Then you aren't going to want to miss an episode!
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Lauren Lowery
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