Imagery Distraction: Science Says Do This to Calm Your Brain Before Bed

Focus on the Next Three Feet: A Navy SEAL Trick to Beat Overwhelm

Feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate? In this episode, we’re talking about the Navy SEAL “3-foot rule”—a simple mindset shift that helps you stop focusing on the entire mountain and focus only on what’s directly in front of you. You’ll learn: * Why overwhelm makes your brain shut down * How narrowing your focus helps calm stress and anxiety * A practical way to keep moving forward when life feels too heavy If your mind constantly jumps to everything that could go wrong or everything you still have to do, this episode will help you slow down, refocus, and take the next step with more peace and clarity.

What David and Goliath Teaches Us About Facing Overwhelming Situations

You’ve probably heard the story of David and Goliath—but what if you’ve been missing the most important part? In this episode, we’re looking at the story through a different lens—how David used his mind and his faith to step into a moment that felt impossible. We'll go through the 4 things you need to do to defeat your Goliaths. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, afraid, or like something in front of you is “too big,” this episode will help you approach it with more peace, confidence, and trust.

A Million Moments with God: Microprayers For Your Everyday

Feel too overwhelmed to pray—or like you don’t have the time or words? In this episode, we’re talking about microprayers—simple, quick prayers you can say in the middle of real life. You’ll learn how to: * Stay connected to your faith during stressful moments * Use prayer as a tool to calm your mind and reset your heart If you’ve ever felt like prayer has to be long or perfect, this episode will show you a simple, powerful way to bring God into your everyday moments. Related Episodes Imagery Distraction for Tired Moms [https://smiles8796.podbean.com/e/how-to-stop-nighttime-worry-imagery-distraction-that-works/] About to Lose It? The 5-second Distraction Method Calms You Down Fast [https://smiles8796.podbean.com/e/five-second-reset-stop-a-meltdown-in-its-tracks/] Why You Can't Just Calm Down (and What Actually Works) [https://smiles8796.podbean.com/e/when-your-nervous-system-wont-listen-quick-ways-to-calm-down/]

Imagery Distraction: Science Says Do This to Calm Your Brain Before Bed

Can’t fall asleep because your mind won’t stop racing? In this episode, we’re talking about a simple, science-backed way to fall asleep faster—using distraction. Based on research from sleep scientist Allison Harvey, you’ll learn why trying to “force” sleep or shut off your thoughts often makes things worse—and what to do instead. We’ll walk through: * Why your brain gets louder at night * How distraction with imagery helps quiet racing thoughts * A simple technique you can use tonight to fall asleep faster If you’ve ever laid in bed overthinking everything, this episode will give you a practical, gentle way to calm your mind and finally rest. Related Episode About to Lose It? The 5-Second Distraction Method That Calms You Down Fast [https://smiles8796.podbean.com/e/five-second-reset-stop-a-meltdown-in-its-tracks/]

About to Lose It? The 5-Second Distraction Method That Calms You Down Fast

Ever feel like you’re about to lose it—overwhelmed, overstimulated, and out of patience? In this episode, you’ll learn a simple 5-second reset to calm your body and mind before you snap. [Enjoying The Goodness Habit? Rate the show wherever you're listening to help more moms find this message.] We’ll walk through how to quickly shift your focus using your senses, why this works (based on brain science), and how it helps interrupt stress before it takes over. If you need a practical tool you can use in real time—even in the middle of chaos—this episode will help you reset fast and respond with more calm and control. More Episodes: When you feel like you're feeling, ask yourself this 1 question [https://smiles8796.podbean.com/e/wheres-the-evidence-one-question-that-stops-negative-spirals/] Take your thoughts captive and finally feel less overwhelmed [https://smiles8796.podbean.com/e/dont-believe-every-thought-rewire-your-mom-brain/] Mentioned: Distraction vs. Suppression Neuroscience Study [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5638815/#:~:text=Sixteen%20participants%20completed%20an%20emotion,is%20influenced%20by%20emotional%20intensity] Stay Connected [http://subscribepage.io/GH] I send short, practical encouragement to help you reclaim more peace and joy in motherhood: Join Email [http://subscribepage.io/GH]