The Mom Self-Care Podcast
by Chari
Blessings momma! Welcome to the Mom Self-Care Podcast for Christian Moms. This is a safe space for you to prioritize your own emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being– because you matter too! Being a Christ-centered mom is a beautiful calling, but it can be draining. To be the best mom for your family, you have to take care of YOU! I’m Chari, a self-care coach for moms, praying wife, and mother of 4. I know the struggle! This podcast will equip you with tools to avoid mom burnout and unnecessary mom guilt. Together, we’ll explore how to nurture your mind, body and spirit because a momma who fills her cup can pour into her family with true peace and joy! Join us for honest conversations about motherhood and self-care! Get your free self-care calendar for moms: https://bit.ly/selfcarecalendarformom Email: [email protected] Website: www.cicinspireme.com Join me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/cicinspireme/
Episodes
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Who You Are Beyond What You Do as a Mom - EPS 122
As moms, it can be easy to start measuring our worth by how much we do, how much we carry, and how well we take care of everyone else. We can feel like we have to prove that we're doing enough, being enough, or holding everything together. But when we really understand who we are in Christ, we...
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ENCORE episode: Why You Can’t Rest Until Everything Is Done as a Mom - EPS 121
This week's episode is from my archive and for the momma who feels like her brain won’t shut off, even when she's trying to relax. Do you ever feel like you can’t rest… even when you’re exhausted? Like your body is tired, but your mind won’t slow down? For so many moms, it’s not just about having…
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Momma, Who are You Becoming? - EPS 120
Who do you want to become, momma? As moms, we can spend so much time focusing on what we need to do, what we need to fix, and all the ways we think we could be doing better. But how often do we stop and intentionally think about the woman we're becoming? This weekend, I attended the Speak and…
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What to Do When You Feel Overwhelmed as a Wife and Mom - EPS 119
Sometimes you don't realize how overwhelmed you are until you reach the point where one more question, one more reminder, or one more thing someone needs from you feels like too much. And that's exactly where I found myself this weekend. I had been reminding everybody of what they needed to do,...
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How to Overcome Mom Decision Fatigue - EPS 118
Momma, sometimes you get to the point where you just don't want to make one more decision... What are we eating for dinner? What groceries do we need? What needs to be done around the house? What do the kids need? The decisions just keep coming, and after a while, you can become mentally…
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Are you being too hard on yourself, momma? - EPS 117
Have you ever been doing really well with something, had one day where you didn't quite meet the goal, and immediately felt like you messed up? I recently caught myself doing this. I had been making progress in an area of my life, and the moment I didn't do it exactly the way I planned, I started...
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Learning to Celebrate Yourself - EPS 116
When was the last time you celebrated yourself, momma? As moms, we're usually really good at celebrating everyone else. We celebrate our kids, our husbands, our family, and our friends. But when we accomplish something or make progress in our own lives, we can be so quick to dismiss it and move…
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How to Stop Taking Responsibility for Everything as a Mom - EPS 115
As moms, we're used to being the ones who step in, figure things out, and make sure everything is ok. But what happens when you start taking responsibility for things that were never yours to fix? Sometimes something happens with your child, your spouse, or someone else you love, and even though...
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3 Scriptures for Overwhelmed Moms - EPS 114
Are you feeling overwhelmed by everything you're doing right now, momma? Between taking care of your kiddos, keeping up with everything that needs to be done, and trying to make sure everyone has what they need, it can feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. But God...
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Helping Your Teen Discover Their God-Given Purpose
As mom we want our preteens and teens to make good choices and walk in their God-given purpose. It can be hard to know how much to guide them and how much to let them figure out on their own. Sometimes we can put so much pressure on ourselves to help them figure it all out. In this episode, I'm...
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How to Prioritize Yourself This Back-to-School Season - EPS 112
Back to school season can get overwhelming quickly, especially when you're a busy mom trying to manage everyone else's schedules, routines, activities, and needs. But where do YOU fit into this new season, momma? In this episode of The Mom Self-Care Podcast, I'm sharing how to prioritize yourself...
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Forgiving the Unforgivable Through God’s Word - EPS 111
Have you ever known that God was calling you to forgive someone, but the hurt was so deep that you didn’t know how? Forgiveness can be especially hard when the person who hurt you was someone who was supposed to love, protect, or care for you. You may know what the Bible says about forgiveness…
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Why Moms Need to Slow Down - EPS 110
Momma, have you ever known you needed to slow down, but you kept pushing yourself anyway? As moms, we can get so used to taking care of everyone else that often we ignore what we need. Even when we're tired, overwhelmed, or our body is telling us to slow down, we still feel like we need to keep...
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Sometimes Self-Care is Doing it Afraid - EPS 109
Self-care isn’t always what we think it is. Most of the time, we think about rest. Taking a break and slowing down. And yes, those things matter. But sometimes self-care looks very different. Sometimes it looks like showing up… even when you’re afraid. In this episode of The Mom Self-Care…
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Protecting Your Energy as a Mom (Encore) - EPS 108
Momma, this week I’m taking some intentional time to rest and be present with my family, so I’m bringing back an episode from the archives that’s still just as relevant today. If you missed this conversation the first time, or need to hear it again, I pray it reminds you that your needs matter…
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How to Become Your Own Safe Place as a Mom - EPS 107
Do you often feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, or like you're always waiting for something to go wrong in motherhood? In this episode, we're talking about nervous system regulation for moms, daily emotional check-ins, and simple calming exercises you can practice with your children. I'm joined by...
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Why You Can’t Rest Until Everything Is Done as a Mom - EPS 106
Do you ever feel like you can’t rest as a mom… even when you’re exhausted? Like your body is tired, but your mind won’t slow down? For so many moms, it’s not just about having a lot to do. It’s the constant mental load of motherhood, everything you haven’t finished, and everything you’re trying…
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It's Not Too Late to Pursue Your Dreams - EPS 105
Have you ever felt like your dreams have been put on hold after becoming a mom? Maybe motherhood, a difficult season, health challenges, or unexpected setbacks have left you wondering if it's too late to pursue the things God has placed on your heart. In this episode, I'm joined by Angela Fuller,...
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Leaving Mom Guilt Behind in Your New Season - EPS 104
Have you been carrying mom guilt from one month to the next without even realizing it? As we start a new month, it’s easy to bring the same expectations, and the same thoughts with us. The desire to do everything right, to do more, and to be everything for everyone doesn’t just go away on its…
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3 Scriptures to Help You Break Free from Mom Guilt - EPS 103
Have you ever felt like everything depends on you as a mom? Like if you don’t get this mom thing right, your children will be affected in ways you can’t fix later? Many moms carry that pressure without even realizing it. We love our children so much, but that love can slowly turn into fear,...
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Mom Guilt: Is it Conviction or Condemnation? - EPS 102
Are you carrying around the heavy weight of mom guilt this summer, Momma? In last week's episode, my guest and I talked about why Christian moms struggle so much with feeling guilty just for taking care of themselves. Today, I am taking the next step to look at the spiritual root of that weight…
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Why Christian Moms Feel Guilty Taking Care of Themselves - EPS 101
Sometimes the hardest part of self-care isn't finding the time. It's overcoming the mom guilt we feel. As Christian moms, many of us know we need rest. We know we need boundaries. We know we need to take care of ourselves. Yet the moment we try, we feel guilty. We wonder if we're being selfish.…
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Momma, Who Are You Waiting for Permission From? EPS 100
Momma, who are you waiting for permission from? A lot of us have been going through motherhood and life waiting for someone to validate us before we fully step into who we are. Waiting to speak up. Waiting to set boundaries. Waiting to do what God has already placed on our hearts. And the truth…
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Rest Requires Surrender - EPS 99
Mommas, sometimes we think rest is just about getting more sleep or taking a break. But what if true rest goes deeper than that? Because it does. As Christian moms, many of us are carrying emotional weight, mental exhaustion, stress, worry, and things we were never meant to hold onto. We keep...
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How Christian Moms Can Avoid Summer Burnout
Summer break can feel overwhelming for moms. The routines change, the kids are home more, the house gets louder, and suddenly you’re carrying even more emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. If you’re a Christian mom already feeling exhausted before summer officially begins, this episode is for...
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Food Freedom for Christian Moms - EPS 97
As moms, it’s easy to put ourselves on the back burner when it comes to food and taking care of our health. If you’re a Christian mom struggling with guilt around food or trying to create healthier eating habits without extra stress or perfection, this conversation will encourage you. Have you…
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4 Lessons from the Michael Movie: Legacy, Breaking Free, and Purpose - EPS 96
After watching the Michael Jackson movie this weekend, I found myself thinking about more than just the music. It had me reflecting on legacy, purpose, and what it really looks like to break free and become who God created you to be. Beyond the stage lights, there was a profound story of Michael...
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Caring for Yourself Through Life Transitions as a Mom - EPS 95
Sometimes the hardest part of motherhood isn’t what’s on your to-do list. It’s learning how to care for yourself when your life or your body starts to change. As moms, we’re used to showing up, pushing through, and doing what needs to be done for our children. But when you go through unexpected...
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3 Scriptures That Remind Moms They Don’t Have to Do it All - EPS 94
Motherhood can make you feel like you have to be everything for everyone. As a Christian mom, you may find yourself trying to meet every need, carry every responsibility, and show up in every way. Over time, that expectation can become your normal, even when it leaves you feeling mentally and...
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Setting Boundaries to Protect Your Peace as a Christian Mom
Setting boundaries as a mom can feel uncomfortable… especially when you’re used to showing up for everyone else. You want to be present and supportive. But at some point, constantly saying yes starts to affect your peace. In this episode of The Mom Self-Care Podcast, I’m joined by Rashatta…
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What I Learned at the Church Ladies Retreat: You’re Not Finished - EPS 92
I just got back from the Church of Christ Ladies Lectureship retreat and I’m still thinking about it. Being around so many fellow sisters in Christ, the singing, the great speakers, and my hotel stay. It was awesome. But there was one message that really stayed with me. It came from Micah 7:8 and...
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God’s Design for Our Nervous System and Emotions - EPS 91
If you’re a Christian mom feeling on edge, easily triggered, or burntout, your nervous system may be playing a bigger role in your emotional health than you realize. You’ve been showing up for everyone, but your body has been trying to get your attention too. That feeling of being overwhelmed, on...
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Momma, Are You Martha or Mary? EPS 90
Momma, are you always doing something for someone else? Taking care of your kids, your home, and your responsibilities. Making sure everyone else is good but you feel tired, overwhelmed, and mentally exhausted. If you’ve been dealing with mom burnout or struggling to make time for self-care as a...
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Creating a Peaceful Home Begins with Self-Forgiveness - EPS 89
There are moments in motherhood where you look back and wish you had done something differently. Maybe you said something you regret. Maybe you handled a situation in a way you wish you could redo. Or maybe you’ve been carrying guilt while still showing up for your family every day. Many moms...
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3 Scriptures That Remind Moms They Matter Too - EPS 88
Motherhood is beautiful, but it can also be exhausting. Many Christian moms feel like they have to do everything for everyone else while putting their own needs on the back burner. Over time, that emotional and spiritual exhaustion begins to affect how you feel, how you respond to your family…
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When You’re the Safe Place for Everyone Else - EPS 87
Many Christian moms become the strong one in their family. The one everyone leans on emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. If you’re always managing other's emotions, anticipating their needs, and holding everything together, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Mom Self-Care…
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What Changes When You Believe You’re Worthy of Love - EPS 86
Have you ever wondered what would actually change in your life if you truly believed you were worthy of love? Not just saying God loves you, but truly embracing it and living like it’s true. I n this episode of The Mom Self-Care Podcast, I’m sharing what shifts when Christian moms stop…
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Why Being Needed Feels Safer Than Being Loved - EPS 85
Have you ever felt like feeling mom guilt means you are a good mom? Like if you stopped feeling bad about resting, saying no, or taking space… you might be a bad mom? Many Christian moms have been taught that self-sacrifice equals love. That being strong means carrying everything. That feeling...
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Why Christian moms struggle with receiving love - EPS 84
Why do so many Christian moms find it easy to give love… but hard to receive it? Many Christian moms have learned how to serve, sacrifice, and hold everything together. But when it comes to receiving love, whether from a spouse, a friend, or from God, it can feel unfamiliar. In this episode of…
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Why Knowing You Need Self-Care Isn’t Enough - EPS 83
If you’re a Christian mom who feels emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, or unsure how to even begin caring for yourself, this episode is for you. Maybe you’ve tried self-care before and it didn’t last. Or maybe you haven’t practiced it at all because it always felt like one more thing to add to...
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Protecting Your Energy as a Mom - EPS 82
As moms, many of us have learned to serve from a place of exhaustion. We put ourselves on the back burner, push through emotional fatigue, and tell ourselves this is just part of motherhood. We have to learn to protect our energy. Protecting your energy isn’t about adding more to your plate. It’s...
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When Moms Stops Putting Themselves Last - EPS 81
What happens when moms stop putting themselves last? If you’re a Christian mom dealing with mom guilt, emotional exhaustion, or burnout, this episode will help you understand what changes when you finally choose yourself too. In this episode of The Mom Self-Care Podcast, I'm talking about the...
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Self Care Isn’t Selfish, It’s Stewardship - EPS 80
If you’re a Christian mom who feels guilty for resting, setting boundaries, or taking time for yourself, you’re not alone. Many moms were taught that being a good mom means putting yourself on the back burner. But that mindset leads to serving from a place of exhaustion, not peace. In this…
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Why Moms Struggle with Self-Care in January - EPS 79
January can feel overwhelming for moms. After the holidays, exhaustion sets in, motivation feels low, and self-care often gets pushed aside again in the new year. If you’ve been telling yourself you’ll take care of yourself later, wondering why your goals already feel out of reach, or feeling…
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Encouragement for Tired Moms at the End of the Year - EPS 78
As the year comes to a close, many moms feel emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure if they did enough. If you’re a tired mom carrying guilt, pressure, or unmet expectations into the end of the year, this episode is for you. In this final episode of The Mom Self-Care Podcast for 2025…
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Finding Peace and Rest this Christmas - EPS 77
The Christmas season can be beautiful, but it can also feel overwhelming for moms. In this episode of The Mom Self-Care Podcast, I’m encouraging Christian moms to seek peace instead of perfection during the Christmas season. I share a real-life moment from the store and how remembering the reason...
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End of the Year Self-Care Reset for Christian Moms - EPS 76
The end of the year can feel overwhelming emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. As a Christian mom, maybe you’re reflecting on everything you didn’t get done, feeling the weight of unmet expectations, or realizing just how tired you really are. So I invite you to reset. In this episode of The…
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Peace Over Perfection: Christian Mom Holiday Reset - EPS 75
The holidays can stir up a lot joy, busyness, and for many Christian moms… the pressure to make everything perfect. But perfection isn’t the goal. Peace and purpose is. On this episode of The Mom Self-Care Podcast, I’m inviting you to shift your focus this season. Instead of trying to do it all...
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How to Create More Ease in Motherhood - EPS 74
This week on The Mom Self-Care Podcast, I’m joined by life coach Tynitria, who specializes in helping hardworking moms create more ease, peace, and balance while still showing up fully in motherhood, their careers, and their personal lives. We talk about what it looks like to move out of survival...
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Self-Care in the Car for Moms - EPS 73
Momma if you’ve ever sat in the car and finally felt like you could breathe again… you’re not alone. Today I’m talking about the one place moms rarely think of as self-care but spend so much of their day in — the car. Whether you’re in the school pickup line, parked in the driveway, or taking a...
About this show
Blessings momma! Welcome to the Mom Self-Care Podcast for Christian Moms. This is a safe space for you to prioritize your own emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being– because you matter too! Being a Christ-centered mom is a beautiful calling, but it can be draining. To be the best mom for your family, you have to take care of YOU! I’m Chari, a self-care coach for moms, praying wife, and mother of 4. I know the struggle! This podcast will equip you with tools to avoid mom burnout and unnecessary mom guilt. Together, we’ll explore how to nurture your mind, body and spirit because a momma who fills her cup can pour into her family with true peace and joy! Join us for honest conversations about motherhood and self-care! Get your free self-care calendar for moms: https://bit.ly/selfcarecalendarformom Email: [email protected] Website: www.cicinspireme.com Join me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/cicinspireme/
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