Some stories become so familiar that we stop questioning them. This week, we’re talking about where those beliefs came from, how they may have helped us, and whether they still fit the lives we’re living now.

You’ll find the Plot Twist Spritz recipe and this week’s reflection questions in the link below.

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Come as you are. Reset often.

Listener Resources:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1c3LXKXXZBEY3STHv03eNiIPDLwziFkU9?usp=share_link

In this episode, we talk about what the body may learn to carry—from tension and exhaustion to old protective patterns that no longer fit the present moment. This isn’t about analyzing every sensation or trying to force a breakthrough. It’s an invitation to become a little less frustrated with your body and a little more curious about what it may be communicating.

You’ll find The Exhale mocktail recipe and this week’s reflection questions in the link below.

Come as you are. Reset often.

Resource Link - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16wxjpF4t4GP9_wAdOlwHU-wsZS3vXTak?usp=share_link

And we have a little surprise! We’re turning the tables and taking some time to get to know Amy better — who she is, what she does, what matters to her, and a little more about the woman behind the microphone.

Grab your bubbles and join us for a relaxed conversation, a little reflection, and a lot more Amy.

You can grab the Mocktail recipe for this episode here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1tqblYRztg0KWBRYT3mMOHAWB9_SnBIXA?usp=share_link

We offer grace to the people we love.

But when it comes to ourselves, that same grace can be harder to access.

In this episode of Balance & Bubbles, Shannon and Amy explore self-compassion as a spiritual strength - as a way of meeting ourselves with honesty, grace, support, and care.

This conversation is an invitation to notice how you speak to yourself, soften the inner pressure, and ask:

What would I offer someone I love in this same moment?

You’ll find the companion resource and Lavender Pear Grace Fizz mocktail recipe in the link below.

Come as you are.

Reset often.

You can get the Companion Resources, including the Lavender Pear Grace Fizz mocktail recipe and the Integration Practice at this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IwCzJUcFCJqjcz1oo0Lr9_HIpGQP7qDK?usp=share_link

This week on Balance & Bubbles, we’re talking about the space between what we feel and how we respond.

Emotions are real, important, and worth paying attention to—but they don’t have to make every decision for us. Sometimes a breath, a pause, or simply giving yourself a little more time can completely change a conversation.

We talk about reacting versus responding, making room for perspective, and asking one simple question in the moments that feel charged:

Who do I want to be right now?

You can honor what you’re feeling without handing it the steering wheel.

The Rose & Raspberry Fizz recipe and this week’s Integrating Reflections are linked below.

Come as you are. Reset often.

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Episode 6: Softening Without Losing Yourself

Changing the Conversation in Your Mind

Have you ever noticed how quickly your mind can create a story?

Someone doesn’t text back, and suddenly you wonder if they’re upset.
A conversation feels uncertain, and your mind starts filling in the blanks.
One little “should” shows up, and before you know it, you’re feeling behind, guilty, or not enough.

In this episode of Balance & Bubbles, Shannon and Amy explore how to soften the conversation happening in your mind without losing yourself. Together, they talk about the stories we rehearse, the weight of “should,” and the reminder that thoughts are information — not always instructions.

This episode invites you to pause and ask:

Is this a fact… or is this a story?
What else could be true?

You’ll find the companion resource link below for this episode, including the Rosemary Grapefruit Clarity Spritz mocktail recipe and a simple integrated practice.

Come as you are.
Reset often.

Resource Link

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10G_0whKZuSwF1kxxbfMmr_ftKbT1E9fL?usp=share_link

In this episode of Balance & Bubbles, we’re talking about what it really means to reconnect with your spirit—not in a complicated or mystical way, but in the everyday moments when you slow down enough to hear yourself again.

We explore why so many of us have become disconnected from our own inner wisdom, how emotions can become valuable information instead of something to fear, and why calm—not perfection—is often the clearest sign that we’re moving in the right direction.

Along the way, we share personal stories, practical tools, and honest conversations about navigating life’s transitions, balancing logic with intuition, letting go of outside expectations, and creating space to come back to center.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you’ve been living on autopilot, we hope this conversation reminds you that the answers aren’t always outside of you. Sometimes they begin the moment you simply pause and listen.

Grab your favorite drink, settle in, and join us for another conversation about finding balance—one bubble at a time.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why slowing down helps us reconnect with ourselves
• Seeing emotions as information instead of instructions
• What alignment really feels like (hint: it’s calmer than you think)
• Balancing intuition with logic in everyday decisions
• Practical ways to reduce stress and reconnect with what matters most

You can get the Companion Guide (including the mocktail recipe and Integration Practice) here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11c3BAWBQXugeuwA52sPyhX-cKtplHdvy?usp=sharing

What if your emotions aren't something to avoid or "fix"...
What if they're actually trying to tell you something?

In Episode 3 of Balance & Bubbles, we have an honest conversation about learning to recognize what we're truly feeling, reconnecting with ourselves, and discovering that emotions aren't the enemy—they're valuable messengers.

In this episode, we explore:
✨ Why we often disconnect from our emotions
🩵 How heart-focused breathing can help you reset
🌿 The connection between your heart, mind, and body
💭 Simple ways to create space for self-awareness and emotional well-being

If you've been carrying stress, feeling overwhelmed, or simply trying to make it through another busy week, this conversation is for you. www.hearthmath.org HeartMath Institute

Join Shannon and Amy for a warm, honest conversation about listening to your body, reducing stress, preventing burnout, and creating simple self-care practices that fit real life. Through personal stories, gentle encouragement, and practical tools, you’ll discover how slowing down, checking in, and responding with curiosity instead of guilt can help you reconnect with yourself.

Pour yourself this week’s mocktail, settle in with us, and take a small step toward honoring what your body has been trying to tell you all along. We can’t wait to share this journey with you.

In this episode of Balance & Bubbles, we’re talking about the mental load we carry the constant planning, remembering, deciding, and second-guessing that can leave us feeling exhausted before the day is even over. We share a few real-life examples of how guilt, expectations, family, work, and everyday responsibilities can compete for our attention, even during moments we genuinely enjoy. We also explore what it looks like to pause, notice what our minds are telling us, and make choices that honor both the people we love and our own capacity. This conversation isn’t about doing less perfectly. It’s about giving ourselves permission to let some things go, trust the decisions we’ve made, and stop believing we have to earn rest by finishing everything first. Grab this week’s Blueberry Sage Spritz, settle in, and join us for an honest conversation about creating more space in your mind and more grace in your day.

Come as you are. Reset often...and don't forget the bubbles.

What if your body has been trying to tell you something... and you've been too busy to hear it?

In our very first episode of Balance & Bubbles, Amy and Shannon explore the powerful connection between our bodies, minds, and everyday lives. We talk about how stress, exhaustion, emotions, and even physical symptoms are often messages not inconveniences and why learning to listen is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves.

Through honest conversation, personal experiences, and practical takeaways, you'll discover how becoming more self-aware, and honoring what your body needs can lead to greater balance, resilience, and peace.

In this episode, you'll learn:
How your body communicates with you through stress and emotion

Why ignoring the warning signs can lead to burnout
Simple practices to reconnect with yourself each day
How self-awareness can become your greatest wellness tool

Whether you're juggling work, family, caregiving, or simply trying to keep up with life, this episode is your invitation to pause, breathe, and begin listening to yourself with compassion.

Grab your favorite coffee, tea, or bubbly drink and join us for an honest conversation that reminds you: you don't have to have it all together to begin.

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Come as you are. Reset often...and don't forget the bubbles.

Welcome to Balance & Bubbles—your weekly reset hour.

Life can be beautiful, messy, overwhelming, and joyful sometimes all in the same day. This podcast was created as a place where women can pause, breathe, laugh, learn, and reconnect with themselves.

In this introductory episode, meet your hosts, Amy and Shannon, as we share why we started this journey together and what you can expect from future episodes. We'll have honest conversations about resilience, leadership, relationships, health, personal growth, faith, and finding balance in the middle of real life not perfect life.

Whether you're navigating a season of change, searching for encouragement, or simply looking for a community that understands, you're in the right place.

So grab your favorite drink coffee, tea, sparkling water, or a mocktail and join us each week as we reset together.

Because balance isn't about perfection it's about coming back to what matters most.

Come as you are, Reset often, and don't forget the bubbles.