Love Life and See Good Days: Recent Episodes
Kimberly Nichols
Life is full of ups & downs, beautiful times & challenges that stretch you. It can be so hard to feel good about yourself, your relationships and your life through it all! My goal for this podcast is to help you smile more & stress less, even when life is hard. Because when you feel good, the hard things in life aren't AS hard. Join me as we discuss topics & concepts all about your mindset, energy, challenges, empathy, doing the hard, faith and so much more to help you start loving your life & seeing good days. If you want to enjoy your life as a mom or woman, this podcast is for you!
Are you busy? Sometimes life gets so busy it can be overwhelming. You may even wish you weren't so busy. Listen today to find out what you can do if you find yourself feeling like you are too busy and you aren't enjoying it.
Do you want to be happier? A happy mom, friend or spouse? Sometimes we think that we should be happy all the time, especially if we feel blessed. What about optimism? Does that work? Does it make you a happier person? Listen today about optimism & 3 things that will help you be happier today even though life is hard.
Often when we think of forgiveness, we think of those BIG life-altering experiences that we have suffered from others words or actions. But those are not the only things... there are many smaller things that get overlooked. Learn what those small things may look like in your life and what you can do to feel lighter and happier in your everyday life.
Are you trying to make your righteous desires a reality? to be the best person you can be and do all 'the things' right? Today I share some experiences and insights I have had that will help you stop stressing about concerns like your future, how your kids will turn out or how to make things happen for next month. If you want some of that, listen in today!
Are you tired of feeling tired & struggling to enjoy your days? Today I share insights from a scripture and your first step to how you can start enjoying and even loving life again.
Last week I talked about living in fear vs faith. This week I go a little deeper and talk about how to cure this defeated, stuck, or powerless feeling that comes from living in fear.
Are you living in fear or faith? Do you know? What does that look like? How would it feel? Listen in and find out if you're living in fear or faith and what you can do to stay living in faith.
Have you ever had your kid (or someone else's) ask you "Why?" Have you ever asked why? Questions like this can be very helpful but sometimes we ask questions that actually don't help. Learn about the difference between the two and the power that good questions can have in your life in today's episode.
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Are you struggling to feel God’s love? Do you want to feel more of God’s love? Love is powerful. God’s love is the most powerful. Listen in today to learn more about how love can strengthen you and how you can feel the power of God’s love in your life.
Are you feeling the needing to get away? to have a break? Or do you wish you had more fun? Mom life can be draining sometimes. Check out today's episode to find out how what I've learned to do after 17 years of parenting. It will save you so much time and energy! https://chrysaliscoachingwithkimberly.com/mindsetsocials/
Do you ever have questions about your life? about parenting? or have important decisions to make? Today I share a little about the BEST resource you have available to you to help with all those things and what you can do to better access it!
Do you have a good idea of the person and/or mom you want to be? Or what you want to accomplish this year? This is for you! Listen today to find out the easiest way to get that goal or be that person you want to be. It's all about your focus. Today, I share a strategy that is manageable for when you are busy AND an easy way you can be who you want to be no matter how far out & impossible it may feel for you!
"New Years Resolutions" can be viewed as something pointless or amazing depending on who you talk to. Today I'm sharing with you a few missing pieces, for not just New Years Resolutions, but for any time you decide to commit to something. Without these pieces, you will struggle to stay committed and get what you set out to accomplish.If you struggle with New Years Resolutions, goals, or just keeping commitments with yourself you may just be missing one piece. Come see what you can do to improve today!
Do you feel like you want more joy in your life? Do you want to be happy? Listen in today to learn about joy and happiness, the difference between the two, and how to have more joy in your life!
Things don't always go as planned, even when you think you have it all figured out. But that's life! Even though you kind of expect hiccups, it can still catch you off guard and you may not respond in the way you wish you had. Today I share an experience I had this week and what you can do to better handle the unexpected, especially during this holiday season. Check out my "Best December Boot Camp" HEREhttps://chrysaliscoachingwithkimberly.com/links/
Does the Christmas season ever feel overwhelming, stressful or rushed to you? If so, listen today for an easy way to set up your month for more joy and calm instead as well as 4 things to watch out for when planning out your holiday season.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all that is expected of you and decisions you have to make? You are not alone. Many moms feel the same way. I was feeling that way too this Spring. That is when I realized the cost of some things in my life. Listen in to make sure the prices you are paying right now, are worth the cost.
Are you unhappy with yourself or your circumstances right now? Did you know being present can help you change it? Find out how by listening today.Last week I talked about how to be more present but today, I dive into the power being present has.
There's a lot on your mind and on your to-do list. Sometimes it feels hard to break out of the auto-pilot mode and really be present. If you want to treasure these moments with your kids, listen in & learn 2 things you can start doing today to be more present in your life.
We all struggle with our imperfections-our mistakes, flaws & weaknesses. It is one of the biggest things that brings on the mom guilt. But what if you could see things a little differently? Today I walk you through 4 ways that your imperfections are actually good for you.
Usually it is easy to know you are a perfectionist and many moms will admit to being one. But this week I stumbled upon a different kind of perfectionism in myself. It is a sneaky one and it will leave you feeling stuck. Listen in to find out if you are a perfectionist in denial and what you can do to stop feeling stuck.
You want to be a good mom but might feel like you aren't quite making the cut. Sometimes you may feel like you are completely failing. Listen in today for a new perspective on what a good mom is and what you can do today to help with that belief.
You may be struggling right now-whether it's connecting with your teen, working something out with your husband, or just trying to get through each day in your hectic & busy life. Things might be hard. Today I share with you 2 things that we often run into when things are hard that actually end up making those hard things feel even worse. Come listen and learn so that you know what to do to prevent adding weight to things that are already challenging AND find out how to actually make those hard things a little easier.
We all experience uncomfortable feelings. As a human, you cannot escape them. As a mom, you will find yourself facing some more than you expected. As humans, we have a tendency to deal with uncomfortable emotions in ways that actually keep us stuck in those emotions. Unfortunately these 3 ways we deal with them are traps. We don't recognize it and we often think what we are doing is working or is helpful. But those uncomfortable emotions are still there. Join me today to find out what those 3 behaviors are when faced with uncomfortable emotions so that you can recognize them in your life and start feeling so much better and most of all, to start feeling like you can respond instead of react with those you love.
A few years ago, while driving home alone from an event, I was thinking about where I was at mentally & emotionally and I had an epiphany. I realized a question I had been asking myself (and had been using throughout my life and with my kids!) was not helpful at all... in fact it was creating more of an issue. My guess is that you use it as well. Listen in today to find out what that question is and why I cut it out of my life.
Resilience. Every mom knows that she wants her teens to be resilient but does she realize how much she needs it too? Moms get so focused on wanting and helping their teens with becoming resilient that sometimes they forget working on their own. Today I talk about the 5 core principles of resilience and how they apply to moms. Listen in to find out what those 5 principles are and see how you are doing with your own resilience.
Sometimes your teens & tweens are so snappy! And if you're like me, sometimes you get snappy as well. But why?? And what can you do when you face your snappy teen? or when you find yourself doing the same? Today I'll teach you a little bit about irritation and what to do when your teens or tween is behaving this way. If you find yourself getting frustrated or upset when your teens & tweens are irritable, this will be enlightening!
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All or nothing thinking can sneak into our lives so easily. It will keep you from making progress. It will keep you feeling stuck and frustrated. Listen today to learn a little more about what this looks like and how you can switch things up to actually be a great help for you as a mom. This is a game changer.
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You have access to something incredible. Learning more about it will help you to be able to better understand why you might do what you do and how to help change it. Join me today to learn more about this asset that you have that may be overlooked.
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Often, moms feel like the changes they need to make to be a better mom are more monumental. But what if you could start changing and improving in SMALL ways that would have a BIG impact on your mom life and the mom you are trying to be?? Today I share with you just 3, of the many, experiences I have had in making small mindset shifts that have changed so much for me & the mom I am. It's not always a piece of cake but it works! Check out today's episode to see the power making small mindset shifts can have on your mom life and how you can start today.
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Do you ever wonder what's going on? Why you are feeling the way you are? Today I talk about your emotions and how they can actually be a help to you. If you ever experience feelings or emotions, this episode will be so helpful! Near the end I'll also share how what I talk about today can help you with your teens & tweens. Take a few minutes and listen! You'll be glad you did.
Do you ever wonder how your kids are doing? Or your husband or friend? You probably check in with them. You see how they are doing. But how often do you check in with yourself? Do you know how you are doing? Or what is going on inside for you? In today's episode I talk about why it's so important to do that & show you a few ways to do it. You don't want to miss this one!Sign up for a free call with me HERE.
Mom is a beautiful title you take on when you have children. It carries so much meaning. But sometimes even beautiful and important titles can get in the way. Today I share with you my thoughts about how sometimes we define ourselves by our title 'mom' and how it can be limiting. Do you find yourself taking on the title mom so much that sometimes you forget about the other parts of you like wife? sister? or friend? Do you ever forget about the person underneath all of those? Tune in today to hear more about that.
Last week I talked about mom life being an adventure. This week I talk more about how to actually start seeing your life as an adventure. It IS possible to enjoy things more. This begins with shifting your view. The main thing I talk about will be key for you to begin to enjoy your mom life more. If you like the idea of it being an adventure but are struggling to actually see your mom life that way, listen to today's episode.
How is mom life going for you? Is it hard? Do you struggle sometimes? What if you could look at things a little different and get incredible results by doing so? Today I share with you a little about how mom life is just like an adventure. Something daring & exciting and even more. Listen in to find out more about how you can begin to enjoy your mom life more.
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Join me today to learn a 3 things that you can do to help you enjoy this month, even with all the possible craziness the holidays can bring. You don't have to be stressed, overwhelmed or feel guilty this month. So sit back and relax a little and listen to find out how to actually be able to treasure this holiday month.
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It is wonderful to count your blessings. Being grateful for what you have can be a positive influence & a strength in your life. Today I want to talk about gratitude as a way of living, not just being grateful for what you have. Join me to learn more and here a little about what I have experienced with God in my life and as I have been striving to make it a way of living not just a list.
Sometimes we find ourselves waiting & hoping for our circumstances to change or for our kids to change. We are sure that when they do then (fill in the blank)... you will be less stressed, or you will stay calm more easily, etc.
But that isn't going to work. Or at the least you will be miserable in the waiting process until it does happen. These are struggles and hopes that some focused optimism isn't going to help. In this episode I talk about the power of your mindset and the wonders it can work in your life.
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Do you ever worry that your teens don't feel loved by you? As moms, we want our teens to know that we love them. But what do you do when it doesn't seem to be working... when they tell you that you don't love them and that you don't care about them. Listen in today to find out what you cando.
How do you know what to teach your teens and what the best parenting methods & tactics are? How do you know you are doing things right? As a mom, you really don't want to mess up. You want to do your best for your teens, for all your children. But it is so had to know what is the right decision or the right way to parent.
In this episode I'll help you out with this problem. We'll get to the solution so that you can start being more confident in your decisions and parenting, as the mom or your children.
Sometimes in life things aren't going how we'd like or people, including yourself, aren't behaving in the way you'd like. Often, when life gets hard, you think that things should be different than they are.
But what if that wasn't true? What if things were supposed to be that way? What do you think? Listen to find out more.
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We experience such a wide range of emotions! And sometimes they are seen as something negative, a problem. As moms, we experience a lot of emotions and we witness a lot from our children, especially are teens and tweens. If you can better understand your emotions instead of seeing them as a problem they will become less overwhelming. And you can help your teens understand too.
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How to Keep Going When Parenting Your Teens Feels Like a Rollercoaster
In this episode I talk about how we, as moms, tend to speak. Over the years I have noticed a pattern of 3 ways that moms speak, the empathizer, the questioner and the criticizer. While these do not cover all ways we communicate, these are commonly used with those we love. Listen to learn more about them and how you can choose your words more intentionally as a mom, when speaking to your teens and especially when you are speaking to yourself.
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Today I'm talking with you about the difference between feeling happy & feeling joy. They often get mixed up or used interchangeably. It's important to know the difference before you can start working towards getting what you want in your life! Find out why by listening to the episode today.
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Today I talk about how the title of 'Mom' can affect your everyday life. If you find yourself feeling stuck, lost or even unhappy it may be because you are defining yourself by your title of mom.
Does this sound like you? Or are you not sure what I mean? Check out this episode to find out if you are defining your life by the title you wear... The title of Mom.
Today I'm talking about the parts of adventures, especially in mom life. You may have a plan and think things will go a certain way but things happen, changes occur and they lead you in a direction that you did not expect. Adventures can be messy AND awesome and that is the same for mom life. You can love it even when it is messy.
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Mom life is an adventure and I'm here to help you find more joy and energy in it each day, even while raising teens & tweens.
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