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Chad Lawson

Helping you calm the mind in a world full of noise.

Calm it Down

That thing that once helped you get through might now be quietly holding you back.

In this episode, we talk about what it feels like to outgrow old coping strategies and how to let them go with compassion instead of shame.

Sometimes growth means thanking the armor that kept you safe, then gently setting it down as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

When You Outgrow Your Coping Mechanisms

A Monday acknowledgment that sometimes our effort becomes the obstacle to what we want.

The Exhaustion of Constant Effort

Do you ever feel like you’re always supposed to be working on yourself? Another book. Another habit. Another thing to fix.

In this episode, we talk about the hidden weight of constant self-improvement and why giving yourself permission to pause might be the most healing step of all.

Let’s let go together, as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

The Pressure to Always Be “Working On Yourself”

A Monday exploration of how letting go can be an expression of love rather than abandonment.

The Difference Between Letting Go and Giving Up

Ever find yourself staring at a task and thinking, “If I can’t do it perfectly, what's the point of even trying!”?In this episode, we’re letting go of that all-or-nothing pressure. Because real progress? It’s rarely glamorous. It’s usually quiet, clumsy, and small. But it still counts.So if you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment… this is your sign to stop waiting.Let’s talk about how tiny, honest steps can shift everything—no spotlight needed.Listen in as we Calm It Down in 3…2…1.

Imperfect Progress: Why Small Steps Matter

A Monday invitation to practice looking with curiosity instead of judgment.

Calm it Down: Morning Affirmations - Looking Without Judging

Have you ever had someone tell you to just be positive when you’re having a hard day? It might sound kind, but sometimes that kind of forced optimism can make us shut down instead of feel better.In this episode, we’ll talk about why real connection begins with honesty, not just surface smiles. And we’ll explore how making space for hard emotions can actually bring the deepest healing.Let’s look at the difference between toxic positivity and true hope… as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.

Toxic Positivity: Smiling Through the Pain Isn’t the Answer

A Monday pause to remember who you are beyond what you do.

Calm it Down: Morning Affirmations - After the Noise Settles

Ever wonder why simple conversations turn into shouting matches? Here's the thing. Most arguments aren't really about being right. They're about feeling heard. When voices get raised, there's usually someone underneath saying, "Please just understand me." Join me as we explore this simple shift that can transform heated moments into real connection, and learn easy ways to listen for what people are really trying to say as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

Why We Argue: The Hidden Need Behind Every Heated Moment

A Monday reminder to listen to your body before your mind starts telling its story.

Calm it Down: Morning Affirmations - What Your Body Knows First

Have you ever said “I’m fine” when you weren’t even close? Microscripts are those tiny, polite phrases we use to smooth things over. They might help us survive awkward moments, but they can also keep us from being seen. In this episode, we explore how to notice the stories we tell out of habit and gently rewrite them in a voice that sounds more like us. Say what you mean (but softer), as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.

Microscripts We Live By: The Tiny Lies That Shape Us

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