Mama Says Namaste Podcast

Welcome to episode 84! We hope you had a very merry Christmas! This week we’re going to give a quick update into how our Christmas went down, and share with you a bit about our thoughts moving forward. Get the full notes at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-crafty-christmas

How do you stick to what is important to you - the diets, schedules and more that you have in your family - during the holidays? It’s easy to stay in routine when you’re in your own safe family bubble, yet adding in visitors and celebrations can make all your routines go out the window! Check out the full episode notes at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-setting-expectations

How do navigate those conversations you don’t want to have with the people you may not choose to be around except for those “special” occasions? We’re discussing boundaries today, and getting back to what is most important for you, and what you actually can control. We all know those toxic relationships that rear their ugly heads, and, guess what. You actually have the power to steer the ship. Get the full show notes at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-difficult-people

During the holidays, it's all about abundance...and yet we can get stressed out and maxed out and lose sight of what we dream the holidays SHOULD look like. Get the full show notes at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-4-tips-abundance

Ah, the holidays - a time to connect with friends and family, spend a ton of money, stress about gifts, and get a bunch of STUFF you don’t need. Or maybe not! In this episode, we’re going to share our top tips for gift-giving that means more than a dollar store trinket, and even help you figure out unique things based on personality style! Get the FULL show notes at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-gift-ideas-for-every-personality-style

The holidays can be a stressful time for some, and for others, it's that buildup to a break - a time to relax, indulge, connect and show gratitude. Maybe the "hallmark holiday" is too big of a buildup for something that really shouldn't even be celebrated. But why can't we carry this holiday mindset year-round? We've found that as we add a bit of celebration into our daily lives, the pressure of the holidays seems less and less. In this episode, we share about how we don't really...

People dream of grand adventures and all of the fun they’ll have “one day.” Yet so often, that dreaded word “work” holds us back. Is your work drudgery that you are forced to do to “be a responsible adult”? Are you stressed and exhausted and wishing there were a better way? A location independent lifestyle isn’t just confined for those who want to be an entrepreneur - and it’s not just about travel. There are mindset shifts that will help you take ownership of the life you want to live, no...

Are you feeling stuck in negativity and complacency? Are you hitting a wall and not seeing any hope? This is the episode for you. There are times that require a bit MORE than a course correction. It may be time for a serious shift and redirect. And that’s what this episode is all about. Click through for the full show notes and extra resources at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-feeling-stuck

Sometimes life is not perfect, and things don’t go as planned. We all have those parenting struggles: we’re tired, sick, and overwhelmed. Whether it’s your great intentions for blissful bedtimes or a broader realization that your life is not what you hoped it to be, this isn’t a time to throw in the towel. It’s time to course-correct, and we’ll share with you what that means in this weeks’ episode on the Mama Says Namaste Podcast! Get the full show notes with all the goodness at ...

Looking for community on the road, and not sure how you can manage organized sports and activities while RVing full-time with your family? You CAN make it work...it just takes a different mindset! Get the full show notes at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-community-on-the-road

Parents learn from kids all the time - even if you aren't homeschooling or unschooling, we have the opportunity to model delight-led learning and foster life-long learners in our home simply by being the example. Get the FULL show notes and a powerful video at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-reach-for-the-sun

What are your non-negotiables? We believe in a family centered home - one person can shift the whole dynamic in a home, so what do you have as foundational “rules” in your home? We’ve whittled it down to nine powerful non-negotiables that help our family thrive. Get the FULL show notes and all the awesomeness at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-non-negotiables

Looking for insights but overwhelmed with where to start? This week we dive into four hot topics for parents - connecting with our kids, dealing with overwhelm, navigating screen time and parenting kids with challenges. We’ll share our thoughts as well as info on The Mom Conference! Get the full notes and see videos on the Mom Conference here: www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-mom

Last week we started to dig into the question "how did you take the plunge into full time travel?" We've been RVing the States full-time for almost two years now, and just recently celebrated landing in our 48th state! Last week we addressed the "why" - the personality styles in our home and the relationships we hold so dear. This week, we laid out the process that got us to this point - assessing schooling options, minimalism, and finally hitting the road.

"What caused you to take the leap?" Our “why” goes beyond “one day” and desire for travel. It’s about being an intentional family. As we tackle the question “what prompted you to take the leap”, we go beyond family travel to sharing our journey of how we got to now - how the path of intention started by simply having the desire to know ourselves - and each other - fully. Get the FULL show notes at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-why

We've made it to our 48th state! In this episode, we bring in some very special guests to share some of the highlights of our travels they enjoyed. Are you dreaming of adventure? Get the full show notes, hear about our highlights, and check out the resources we have to create your own family adventure: www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-48-states

Dealing with heavy emotions can be hard, yet carrying that weight around can limit our light in so many ways. It’s not just the light we want to shine from within, but the lightness of the load we carry. We can have a beautifully minimalist lifestyle from all outward appearances…yet if we don’t address the clutter of the heart, we can feel like a boulder in a sea of emptiness. Get the full show notes at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-dealing-with-heavy-emotions

"My kids won't go to bed" tends to be the complaint I hear repeatedly from parents, and it's not just the infant stage. Bedtime battles can be the bane of families throughout parenting, and it's so important for us to get a handle on it. Because let's face it - this is not going to go away. It's this crazy thing that happens every. single. night.

Hopefully this isn’t what you’re thinking. But if it is, check out this podcast. Marriage isn’t a one-time commitment, but a daily practice. It’s a choice to love and connect, each and every day. It’s a beautiful habit you create. Don’t think “what do I have to do today?” It’s, “what do I choose to prioritize today?” Get the full show notes at www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-my-marriage-sucks

What is on your bucket list? Hitting all the state parks in your own state, visiting every state in the US, explore Nova Scotia, traveling abroad to Holland, New Zealand, Greece or Bali…these are all dreams I’ve heard recently. So how do you make your bucket list happen?! We’re going to share four simple tips to make your dream a reality! For the full show notes and all the goodness, head over to www.MamaSaysNamaste.com/podcast-bucket-list