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Aug 2024
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2262: 5 Strategies for Handling NOISE in...

Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino
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Episode 2262:

Erica Layne offers practical advice for mothers overwhelmed by the constant noise of family life. Her five strategies provide effective ways to find calm amidst the chaos, from carving out personal time to using technology wisely, helping mothers navigate their daily lives with greater peace and sanity.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ericalayne.co/handling-noise-in-motherhood/

Quotes to ponder:

"Children are loud. Their fighting feels like nails on a chalkboard to a mom who has heard it all day."

"I’m continually exploring the idea that what we tell ourselves IS our reality."

"Noise and engagement followed by quiet and independence. It’s a constant give and take that keeps me sane."

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