Luminary LifeKits

Luminary LifeKits

Hosted by: Cara Maiolo, LPC

Luminary LifeKits help working moms reconnect with and resource themselves so they can savor this full-on and full-hearted season of life with young kids.

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Episodes

Cultivate consistency in the things you care about without the anxiety and overwhelm

Working moms are the most agile and strongest people I know. And yet, when it comes to staying consistent with the self-care practices or the more tender, growing areas of our lives that we care about- we tend to get...
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The Micro-Regulation Mindset Shift

I want to let you in on a game-changer in my working mom journey! It's this: realizing self-care doesn't require an hour-long+ commitment to 'count.' I've shifted from thinking only lengthy practices matter, to...
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Take this episode on a walk when you're stuck in survival mode!

For those days when you're in a funk, have a bad case of the "blahs," or stuck in survival mode! Put on your walking shoes mama and take this episode on a walk (yes-literally!). Learn how to get out of the excessive...
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My 3-step "Stop the Spiral" of self-criticism and guilt method for working moms

Learn how to get out of the self-criticism and guilt spiral when you’re struggling and know what to do instead! In today's episode we discuss:  The self-criticism and guilt spiral most working moms experience Cara’s...
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The surprisingly simple stress management step you might be missing!

Let's transform your experience of working mom stress with a KEY strategy: learning how to harness the power of your body to influence your mind, your mood, and your ability to navigate stress. In today's episode we...
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When you want to feel present at work AND at home: A therapist's take on the best tool to get you there

I can't wait to share with you one of my favorite self-regulation practices - Non Sleep Deep Rest (or NSDR for short). It's my go-to strategy as a parent AND as a therapist for working moms to help us feel more...
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Cultivating joy and ease in a challenging day

Mama, let's talk about cultivating joy and ease - even in a challenging day. I can't wait to share with you a mind-body approach that really does work to lighten the load, especially from the inside out as we're...
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How to feel more replenished with your limited downtime

Using micro connection and regulation practices to better nurture an evolving YOU. Most working moms that I know and talk to on a regular basis are struggling with not only getting some downtime and important...
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The Find Vitality daily check-in practice

Today we're talking about the Find Vitality Daily Check in Practice, which is a simple yet potent way to start your day as a working mom. This is my go-to morning ritual that will bring you a sense of connection to...
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The fastest way to even out your mood and regain focus

This season of life as a working mom with young kiddos is as intensely beautiful as it is intensely demanding- in terms of energy output, emotional output, and mental output. So we need a practical framework to...
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The best way to recover after a difficult night's sleep

Sleep interruptions and deficiencies are a give-in as a working mom with a young kiddo(s). You need a strategy and tools that help you show up as your best self for your life and your work the next day. I can't wait...
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