I’m in a season where there’s a lot of negativity around me that I can’t just step away from. Add in homeschooling, client work, house life, and still recovering from being sick—my mental space feels maxed out. One of my default coping methods has always been to start a new project (and trust me, I have plenty of ideas). But deep down, I know that what I need isn’t another thing to juggle—it’s healthier ways to cope so I don’t burn out or drop the ball on what I’ve already built. So I’d love some wisdom from this community: 💬 What helps you stay grounded and clear-headed when you’re surrounded by negativity you can’t control? I know if I can find better strategies, I’ll have the space to keep showing up, finish what I’ve started, and maybe then explore new projects from a healthier place.

Ever heard of Wabi-sabi? It's a Japanese concept I adore. It’s hard to translate in one neat sentence, but here’s the heart of it: ✨ Nothing is permanent. ✨ Nothing is perfect. ✨ Everything is incomplete. Instead of chasing flawless perfection, wabi-sabi invites us to see beauty in the cracks, the unfinished, the fleeting. It’s about embracing the process, the effort, the humanity in things—because that is where the real magic lives. Imagine if we let go of the pressure to be “perfect” moms, entrepreneurs, creators… and instead leaned into the messy, beautiful, unfinished masterpiece of our lives. That feels a lot lighter, doesn’t it? 🌸 *Raise your hand if you're a perfectionist: 🙋‍♀️ I consider myself a recovering perfectionist 😅

Name: Erika Cardinale Category: Health RMS Statement: I help pregnant and postpartum women have a healthy & happy birthing experience without the overwhelm with a holistic approach. Bio: I’m a wife and mother, to a smart and witty 5 year old little boy. I love the outdoors- the beach and mountains are my favorite; enjoy all types of music; like running and practicing yoga when I have time; and enjoy making jewelry as a hobby. I’m also a fan of romantic fantasy books. Social Media links: 🚫 Website: 🚫 Skool Community: Birth Your Way: https://www.skool.com/the-holistic-doula-8825/about?ref=b044e4372afd46388481280192921e52 CTA: If you could choose one aspect of pregnancy or post Partum that you wish you had know more about what would it have been?? A) exercise B) breastfeeding C) Nutrition D) the adjustment- to being pregnant/postpartum period

This week I want to work on doing a short form video everyday, and commenting on at least 5 quality comments on social media posts in my niche. Anyone else have a goal for the week they'd like some accountability help on? @Aike Vermeulen @Stephanie Noble @Joy Pénard

A member of my group just finished a pattern that she's promoting on social media, and I had a look at it. Suggested that she could add some info I had put together and she suggested that she direct people in the pattern to my Skool group for that info instead for a win/win. I love the regulars I'm getting in my community. They are just so lovely, and supportive and helpful. 🥰