#21 Staying Connected When You're Burned Out, Tired, and Overwhelmed

29/10/2025 21 min
#21 Staying Connected When You're Burned Out, Tired, and Overwhelmed

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Episode Synopsis

Parenting through busy or exhausting seasons can leave us feeling stretched thin and disconnected. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how to stay emotionally connected to your kids when your energy is running low.You’ll learn practical, grace-filled strategies for keeping communication open, finding small moments of connection, and showing your kids that love and presence don’t disappear just because your capacity has shifted.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow to use what’s already in your routine to create meaningful connection moments without adding more to your plateSimple ways to add a small touch of “special” that make kids feel seen and loved, even in busy seasonsWhy honest communication matters, and how naming your limits actually builds trust and emotional safetyHow to release perfection and focus on presence over performance when you’re feeling burned outConversation starters to spark connection when energy or motivation is lowResources & LinksFree guide: 5 Ways to Create Time for Connection with Your KidsFollow on Instagram: @whatiwantmykidstoknow_podVisit the website: www.whatiwantmykidstoknow.com

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