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What if we treated reading like a real commitment — something worthy of a place on our calendars?

In this episode of Mom Life in the Woods, Karen invites you to reconsider reading as more than a hobby. In a world of endless scrolling and constant noise, choosing to sit down with a book is a quiet act of intention. You'll hear about why reading feels harder now, the mental and emotional benefits of slowing down with words, and how to create simple, meaningful reading rituals for yourself and even with your kids.

Whether you love novels, memoirs, devotionals, cookbooks, or poetry, this is your gentle reminder that it all counts.

So light a candle, pour a drink, and protect the time.

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Karen isn’t a master gardener, but she believes in growing something anyway. This episode explores how small, patient acts—like planting a single herb or tending a pot on the porch—can ground us, teach resilience, and bring quiet joy to everyday life.

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We talk a lot about rest... but what if we’re not actually relaxing?

In this episode of Mom Life in the Woods, Karen explores the quiet difference between simply stopping and truly letting yourself soften. From the constant low-level listening moms do all day (and night) to the surprising power of what we wear at home, this conversation is about giving your nervous system permission to stand down.

Using the idea of a “lounge dress” as both a literal and symbolic cue, Karen shares why real relaxation often has to be intentional—and why scrolling, cozy sweatshirts, and collapsing at the end of the day don’t always get us there. You’ll hear about physical signals that help the body unwind, mental habits that keep us “always on,” and gentle ways to invite more calm into everyday life, whether that’s a quiet porch moment, a cup of herbal tea, or simply changing clothes.

This episode is a reminder that relaxation isn’t laziness. It's fuel, and you don’t have to earn it.

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