The Optimized Mom: Recent Episodes
Anissa Orsino | Mama Goes Beyond
Let's stop equating mom life with exhaustion, burnout, and self-sacrifice. On The Optimized Mom Podcast, we explore ways to make mom life simpler and more efficient so that we have the time and energy to care for ourselves, have fun with our families, and share our sparkle with the world.
On this episode, I chat about two great longevity resources I came across lately: Dr. Peter Attia's book Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity and Dan Buettner's Netflix limited series Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones.
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In this episode of The Optimized Mom Podcast, I suggest some ways we can treat our bodies like the priceless instruments they are so that we can keep them in tip-top shape, ready to help us do our important work in the world.
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In this episode of The Optimized Mom Podcast, I share a story about both a mistake I made and my over-the-top reaction to it. We'll also chat about self-compassion and how we can all practice a little more of it.
If you'd like to read the transcript of this podcast, click here.
In this episode of The Optimized Mom Podcast, I chat about my own tendency to:
- try to suppress my feelings (especially any "negative" ones)
- to apologize for showing emotion around others
- to ruminate on certain emotion-provoking situations (which makes feelings last longer than they need to)
- to try to squash emotional outbursts in my kids
I'll discuss some strategies I'm using to try to handle my emotions (and those of my kids) a little more effectively.
If you'd like to read a transcript of this podcast, click here.
Click here to see Brené Brown's list of 87 Emotions.
In this episode of The Optimized Mom Podcast, I chat about how important it is for each of us to share the truth as we see it—even when it might feel embarrassing or unnecessary—because we never know when our words could be the ones another person sorely needs.
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In this episode of The Optimized Mom Podcast, I chat about how we women often have a hard time asking clearly for what we want. I explore why I think this is, and I give a quick framework designed to help YOU become the hero of your own story and get exactly what you're looking for.
If you're interested in delving further into becoming the hero of your own life (and empowering all the people around you in the process, you have got to check out the Heroic Coach Program. I found it to be absolutely LIFE-CHANGING. The next coach class is starting soon--will you be a part of it, hero? Click here to learn more!
In this episode of The Optimized Mom Podcast, I chat about the habit many of us have of romanticizing the past and/or the future. I discuss strategies for living in the moment, overcoming negativity/confirmation bias to enjoy that moment more, and loving what is--even when life sucks.
If you'd prefer to read a transcript of this podcast, please click here.
If the clutter produced by your busy family has gotten you down, you’ll love these 9 secrets of people with clutter-free homes.
You might also like this companion blog post: 9 Helpful Secrets of People with Clutter-Free Homes.
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If you're ready to start decluttering, check out my free Declutter Jump Start. It'll help you build a 10-minutes-at-a-time decluttering habit while playing Bingo.
In this episode of The Optimized Mom Podcast, I chat about trying to change my attitude about my to-do list. The things I do every day are not "have-tos" but things I have chosen to do as the hero of my own life's story. I suggest that we can enjoy our tasks more by changing/clarifying:
- Our identities
- Our purpose
- The game we're playing
- Our language
I reference a clip from the movie Office Space in the podcast. Here it is, if you're curious.
If you'd prefer to read a transcript of this podcast, please click here.
In this episode, I chat about seven of the most powerful benefits of decluttering to help motivate you to conquer your clutter once and for all.
You might also enjoy this related blog post: 7 Surprising Benefits of Decluttering That Will Motivate You to Get Started.
And if after hearing all this, you are ready to get busy decluttering, check out my Declutter Jumpstart. It contains my Declutter Bingo Card, which was featured in Real Simple Magazine, as well as other resources designed to make the process a bit more fun while ensuring your success.
In this episode, I chat about my experience with the Global Day of Unplugging and how it inspired me to "hit the reset button" and make some changes to my digital life. I suggest that there are six additional areas of our lives that we might want to reevaluate from time-to-time:
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Zest
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Love
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Work
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Leisure
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Money
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Home
If you'd prefer to read a transcript of this podcast, please click here.
A digital detox challenge/digital sabbath can clear your head and break your device’s hold on your life. Here’s how you can prep for some great screen-free time, and why you'd want to!
Books referenced during this podcast:
5,203 Things to Do Instead of Looking at Your Phone
Parlour Games for Modern Families
You might also enjoy this related blog post: Put Down Your Damn Phone! Here's How to Do a Digital Detox Challenge
Learn more about the Global Day of Unplugging here.
Feel like you always need to ask for permission to do the things you want to do (and skip the things you don't want to do)? You're not alone. Learn why this is such a problem and what you can do to take charge of your own life.
You might also enjoy this blog post on the same subject: The Last Permission Slip You'll Ever Need.
Do you have a hobby? Learn why you need one, discover how to bust your excuses for not having one, and get some ideas for things you might do!
You might also enjoy this related blog post: 100+ Hobbies for Moms That Will Make Your Life Fun Again
Want some help thriving in motherhood? Check out theSubscriber Hub of my Mama's Loungefor resources such as 30 Ways to add 30 Minutes to Your Day and the Rediscover Yourself Brainstorming Prompts.
Fight the winter blahs with these 14 habits designed to keep you feeling physically and mentally great this winter.
You might also enjoy this blog post: 14 Winter Habits That Will Keep You Happy and Healthy.
Want some help putting these habits into place and making your life run on auto-pilot?Check out my Hack Your Habits course (which you can listen to right in your favorite podcast player)!
Before you jump into next year, follow these five simple steps to create a personal year-end review.
You might also enjoy this blog post: Celebrate 2022 with This Simple Year-End Review
And you can download a free copy of my Reflect and Dream Workbook here.
Even though it’s a busy time of year, December (like every other month of the year) is a perfect time to declutter. I’ll tell you why and what to get rid of NOW.
Enjoy!
You might also enjoy this blog post:
Why December Is the Perfect Time of Year for You to Declutter
Practicing mindfulness is challenging for ALL of us in the 21st century, and is even harder when your kiddos are constantly asking you to give them a snack, break up a fight, or choose your favorite Pokémon card. In this episode, I'll chat about some strategies for practicing mindfulness as a busy mom.
Enjoy!
You might also enjoy this blog post:
- Mindfulness for Moms: Why You Need to Try It, and How to Get Started
For three weeks of daily mindfulness meditations, journal prompts, and activities delivered right to you via a secret private podcast, check out Camp Happy Mama Session 4 (Being Present).
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I came down with COVID this week. Now that I'm feeling a bit better, I wanted to share some things we can all do while we're well so we're well prepared when illness strikes. I also share some tips on playing with kids while you're lying down and cutting yourself a little slack when you aren't 100%.
Enjoy!
During the show, I reference these two blog posts:
- How to Play with Your Kids While You're Lying Down
- How to Parent Like a Champ When You Feel Terrible
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On this episode, I chat a bit about some vital lessons I learned about self-care after I purchased and started wearing an Oura Ring. You'll find the companion blog post for this episode at mamagoesbeyond.com/oura-ring.
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Check out the No Time, No Money, No Problem Self-Care Challenge for 7 days of quick (and free) self-care tips!
On this episode, I chat a bit about some tricks you can use to thrive on those days that you didn't get enough sleep. You'll find the companion blog post for this episode at mamagoesbeyond.com/how-to-get-through-the-day-with-no-sleep/.
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Check out mamagoesbeyond.com to connect with Anissa and learn more about creating a simple, efficient, and joyful life.
On this episode, I get in my time machine to give a pep talk and a big hug to 37-year-old, 34-weeks-pregnant me, who has just learned that she has stage 3 Triple Negative Breast Cancer. I hope that if you're suffering right now, these words bring you comfort.
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Check out mamagoesbeyond.com to connect with Anissa and learn more about creating a simple, efficient, and joyful life. Sister suvivors can click right here to see curated content that I think is particularly helpful for those undergoing breast cancer treatment.
On this episode, we'll chat about some sneaky types of clutter you might be holding onto, and I'll share some strategies to help you start to clear it out.
Click here to grab the FREE Declutter Jump Start!
On this inaugural episode, I'll chat about why I wanted to start The Optimized Mom Podcast and what you can expect from future episodes. Please be sure to hit the SUBSCRIBE BUTTON so you don't miss future episodes.
Check out mamagoesbeyond.com to connect with Anissa and learn more about creating a simple, efficient, and joyful life.