How To *Actually* Protect Your Energy
Self Perservation, Self Awareness, Self Love Caitlin Nichols Self Perservation, Self Awareness, Self Love Caitlin Nichols

How To *Actually* Protect Your Energy

In a world that expects moms and women to do it all, protecting your energy isn’t selfish - it’s sacred. This post unpacks the science of self-preservation, why your energy is worth guarding, and how to protect it with boundaries, rest, and real-life tips. From beginner hacks to deeper mindset shifts, learn how to stop burnout before it stops you.

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#26: Emotional Intelligence in Motherhood: What It Is, Why It Matters & How to Model It

#26: Emotional Intelligence in Motherhood: What It Is, Why It Matters & How to Model It

You don’t have to be a perfect mom to raise emotionally intelligent kids; you just have to be a real one. In this heartfelt guide, we’ll unpack what emotional intelligence is, why it’s essential for your child’s future, and how to model it in everyday motherhood (even on the days you’re barely keeping it together). With practical tips, relatable examples, and gentle reminders, you’ll learn how to raise resilient, empathetic kids while still growing and healing yourself.

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#25: Why Mom Comparison Culture Is Toxic (And 5 Ways to Protect Your Peace)
Self Healing, Self Awareness, Self Growth, Self Help Caitlin Nichols Self Healing, Self Awareness, Self Growth, Self Help Caitlin Nichols

#25: Why Mom Comparison Culture Is Toxic (And 5 Ways to Protect Your Peace)

Struggling with comparison in motherhood? You’re not alone, mama. This blog breaks down why comparison steals your joy and how to stop it. Get science-backed tips, real talk, and a joy-filled mindset reset. Because you’re not behind; you’re just human. Read now and reclaim your worth, one truth at a time.

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#24: What To Do When It’s All Too Much: Sensory Overload in Motherhood

#24: What To Do When It’s All Too Much: Sensory Overload in Motherhood

Overwhelmed by sensory overload as a mom with ADHD/neurodivergence or raising neurodivergent kids? Discover science-backed insights, relatable stories, and actionable tips for managing sensory overload, noise sensitivity, tactile triggers, and recovery. Because motherhood shouldn’t mean drowning in sensory chaos.

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#23: How To Heal Like A Mother

#23: How To Heal Like A Mother

Healing in motherhood is messy but possible. This raw, funny guide shares why healing matters for moms, why progress isn’t perfect, and how to keep going through chaos. Get practical mental health tips, self-care ideas, and real-life strategies to manage mom stress, overwhelm, and burnout (even when the kids are screaming in the backseat.) I gotchu!

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