What if taking better care of yourself didn't require another complicated routine? Wellness coach Amanda Bearce believes lasting change comes from slowing down and making simple choices that actually fit your life. In this episode, Amanda shares why "self-care snacks," screen-free mornings, quality sleep, and even scheduling alone time can make a huge difference in how you show up for yourself and the people you love. After years of struggling with anxiety, poor sleep, and feeling reactive as a mom, she discovered that small, consistent habits create the biggest transformation. Amanda leaves listeners with a challenge for the week: once or twice each day, pause and simply ask yourself, "What do I need right now?" You don't even have to act on the answer immediately. Just begin noticing. Sometimes the smallest acts of self-care become the foundation for the life you want to create. Connect with Amanda Bearce

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In this episode, Steph shares an important update about the 52 Weeks Podcast. After juggling multiple podcasts, social media, and a full-time job, she’s decided to take a two-month break from podcasting and content creation to focus her energy on building courses and running paid ads to grow the next stage of her business. Inspired by recent conversations about saying no, shame-free productivity, and focusing on what matters most—and reinforced by getting sick and realizing how stretched her schedule had become—Steph explains why stepping away for a short reset feels like the right move. While it’s a little scary to pause something she loves, she’s excited to come back with fresh energy and new ideas. The 52 Weeks Podcast will return June 1st with more conversations about goals, routines, and habits that help you build the life you want.

In this recap episode of the 52 Weeks Podcast, Steph reflects on the challenge from psychotherapist Tanya Dantus, who invited listeners to tune into their internal “yes” and “no.” Through a simple body-awareness exercise, Tanya encourages people to pause and notice what a true “yes” feels like—and to begin recognizing when something is actually a “no.” Steph shares how this challenge made her reflect on how she makes decisions in her own life, especially when it comes to commitments, invitations, and opportunities. Sometimes something might be a great opportunity, but it’s still a “no for right now.” In this episode, Steph talks about learning to trust that inner compass, protecting your time and energy, and how recognizing your true “yes” can help keep you aligned with what you actually want in life.