Have you ever hit that point where your brain feels fried—even doing things you love feels hard or heavy? You're not alone. In todays episode, Marci is sharing a personal update about pausing.

More importantly we’ll explore the subtle (but powerful) difference between taking a pause and avoiding discomfort. Marci walks you through self-reflective questions, nervous system insights, and her favorite tool—the 4 D’s (Delegate, Delete, Delay, Delight)—to help you decide what truly deserves your energy.

If your soul is whispering “I need a break,” this episode is your permission slip. You don’t have to earn your rest. You get to choose it.

In this episode:

• Signs you’re ready for a real pause (and how to tell if it’s just avoidance)
• What true rest feels like (vs. numbing or escaping)
• The 4 D’s framework for filtering your to-do list
• Why stepping back can be the most powerful form of self-love

Whether you’re a long-time listener or just joining, thank you for being here. I’ll still be active in Self Love YOUniversity and on social media, and there’s a treasure trove of over 100 past episodes waiting for you.

It’s okay to pause. It’s powerful. And it’s exactly what courageous and confident women do. 💛

💛 P.S. Need support when you’re spiraling or overwhelmed?
Check out my 26 Things to DO to Stop the Spiral, 26 Things to SAY to Yourself, and 26 Things to READ to Yourself—three powerful guides filled with mindset shifts, soul-anchoring practices, and encouraging words to help you reset, re-center, and return to yourself.
Grab them here.

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What if your hardest moments are actually shaping you into who you're meant to be?

In this episode, I’m sharing 10 powerful quotes that have challenged me, grounded me, and inspired me lately—and I have a feeling they’ll do the same for you. These quotes aren’t just words… they’re invitations to rise, to reflect, and to live with more courage, compassion, and confidence.

We’ll talk about:

✨ Seeing life’s challenges as your teachers
✨ How to use your memories in an empowered way
✨ The truth about fear (and how to do the thing anyway)
✨ Why most of us fly too close to the ground—and how to finally give yourself permission to soar
✨ What it means to live on the “green, growing edge” of your becoming

Whether you’re folding laundry, driving, or sneaking in some quiet time—this one’s for you.

You don’t have to apply all 10 at once—just let one or two land, whisper to your heart, and nudge you forward.

Remember, my friend… you are not behind, you are becoming.

Useful Resources:
•Visit Marci's Website: https://marciowen.com
•FREE Video Series: How to Overcome Negative Self Talk & Cultivate Self Love
•Learn my 3 Secrets to Instantly Feel Better (scroll down to bottom of page)

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Have you ever felt like life just keeps hitting you with wave after wave? In this episode, Marci shares a powerful and personal story from the edge of the ocean—watching a sea otter float peacefully in the middle of a crashing storm. This image becomes a beautiful metaphor for how we can stop resisting and start softening into the hard things life throws at us.

You’ll learn:

• Why resisting reality creates unnecessary suffering
• How to recognize when your nervous system is activated
• What it actually means to “be with” your emotions
• How to create internal safety, even in painful moments
• How to find peace when your body or your relationships don’t look the way you hoped

With wisdom, compassion, and real-life examples, Marci invites you to stop fighting the waves and learn how to float—just like the otter. If you’re facing grief, change, aging, or disappointment, this episode will bring comfort, clarity, and a reminder that you are not alone.

🎧 Tune in and float with us.

✨ As mentioned on this episode, Marci shares how to keep doing this work inside Self Love YOUniversity, her membership designed to help you navigate life with peace, power, and self-love. Click on the link below to check it out.

JOIN me in Self Love YOUniversity: Click HERE

Useful Resources:

•Visit Marci's Website: https://marciowen.com

•FREE Video Series: How to Overcome Negative Self Talk & Cultivate Self Love
•Learn my 3 Secrets to Instantly Feel Better (scroll down to bottom of page)

•Sign up HERE for a free Clarity Call with Marci

Get on my Mailing List! Click HERE to get Marci's Minute weekly (mostly) email.

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Have you ever poured your heart into something, counted down the days, and then watched it all unravel at the very last minute? In this episode, I share a deeply personal story about missing my grandson’s baptism—a trip I had planned and dreamed about for months—and the flood of emotions that followed when it all fell apart at the airport gate.

But this episode isn’t just about what happened. It’s about what it brought up… and how I navigated the grief, sadness, and disappointment in real time. We’ll talk about what it means to be with your emotions instead of stuffing them down. You’ll learn practical tools for emotional resilience, nervous system regulation, and self-compassion—even in the middle of heartbreak.

If you’ve ever been afraid to feel something deeply because you thought it might break you… this one’s for you. Let’s explore what it really means to honor your emotions, advocate for your needs, and love yourself through the hardest moments.

Because this? This is what courageous and confident women do.

Useful Resources:
•Visit Marci's Website: https://marciowen.com
•FREE Video Series: How to Overcome Negative Self Talk & Cultivate Self Love
•Learn my 3 Secrets to Instantly Feel Better (scroll down to bottom of page)

JOIN me in Self Love YOUniversity: Click HERE

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What if the peace you’re searching for isn’t found in fixing yourself… but in remembering who you truly are?

In this episode, Marci shares a beautiful conversation that started when a client sent her a short clip from Kung Fu Panda 2. (Yes, really—and yes, it’s powerful.) The line that stopped both of them was:

You’ll hear truths that heal, questions that invite reflection, and a personal practice to help you reconnect with the part of you that’s always been enough.

✨ This episode pairs perfectly with our current theme in Self Love YOUniversity: Who Are You Really?

Mentioned in this episode:

• Po Master’s Inner Peace – Kung Fu Panda 2 clip
• Self Love YOUniversity — join us HERE

Useful Resources:
•Visit Marci's Website: https://marciowen.com
•FREE Video Series: How to Overcome Negative Self Talk & Cultivate Self Love
•Learn my 3 Secrets to Instantly Feel Better (scroll down to bottom of page)

•Sign up HERE for a free Clarity Call with Marci

Get on my Mailing List! Click HERE to get Marci's Minute weekly (mostly) email.

Could you do me a favor? Please leave a review on your preferred podcast platform---it helps me reach more and more people. I'd also love to hear any insights or questions you have.

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Have you ever felt like you’ve done everything right—prayed, journaled, worked on your mindset, had the hard conversations—yet the problem still lingers? You’re not alone.

In this powerful episode, Marci shares a surprising and sacred moment from her own backyard: a fierce little mourning dove trying to drive off a raven, flapping and fighting with all her might—until something unexpected shifted everything.

This story becomes a stunning metaphor for what so many of us experience when we’re worn out from trying to fix, fight, or figure out something that won’t go away.

You’ll learn the deeper truth that healing often doesn’t come through pushing harder—but through rest, regulation, and connection.

Marci walks you through 4 powerful practices to support your nervous system and gently lead you out of the fight—so you can finally feel safe, supported, and free to heal.

If you’re feeling tired, frustrated, or like the weight of the world is still on your shoulders—this episode is your permission to pause.

You’ll also hear a heartfelt invitation to join the Self Love YOUniversity, a life-giving membership that’s already changing lives.

Your wings are tired. Let this be your landing place.

Useful Resources:
•Visit Marci's Website: https://marciowen.com
•FREE Video Series: How to Overcome Negative Self Talk & Cultivate Self Love
•Learn my 3 Secrets to Instantly Feel Better (scroll down to bottom of page)

•Sign up HERE for a free Clarity Call with Marci

Get on my Mailing List! Click HERE to get Marci's Minute weekly (mostly) email.

JOIN me in Self Love YOUniversity: Click HERE

Could you do me a favor? Please leave a review on your preferred podcast platform---it helps me reach more and more people. I'd also love to hear any insights or questions you have.

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What if the biggest messes in our lives are actually sacred invitations to go deeper? In this episode of the Courageous and Confident Christian Mom podcast, Marci shares an unexpected moment when a detergent jug spilled all over her laundry room floor – and how that messy cleanup turned into a powerful metaphor for emotional healing.

Have you ever noticed old thoughts popping up even after you’ve done the work to move past them? Just like the detergent that seeped under the washer, sometimes our past emotional residue sticks around, reminding us that healing is a journey, not a one-time event. Marci discusses how lingering thoughts and memories don’t mean you’re going backward – they’re simply part of the process of creating new, healthier thought patterns.

Tune in to hear practical steps on how to navigate those familiar, recurring thoughts and replace them with empowering new beliefs. You’ll learn how to notice without judgment, introduce new thoughts, and redirect your focus – creating a new pathway that supports your growth. Plus, don’t miss Marci’s exciting announcement about her upcoming webinar: More Than a Mindset: The Missing Pieces That Set You Free!

If you’ve ever felt like you’re repeating the same thoughts over and over, this episode will give you the tools to break free and forge new mental trails. Listen now and take a step toward deeper healing and lasting transformation.

How to Stop Only Coping And Start Thriving With Real Self-Love Webinar - REGISTER HERE

Useful Resources:
•Visit Marci's Website: https://marciowen.com
•FREE Video Series: How to Overcome Negative Self Talk & Cultivate Self Love
•Learn my 3 Secrets to Instantly Feel Better (scroll down to bottom of page)

•Sign up HERE for a free Clarity Call with Marci

Get on my Mailing List! Click HERE to get Marci's Minute weekly (mostly) email.

Could you do me a favor? Please leave a review on your preferred podcast platform---it helps me reach more and more people. I'd also love to hear any insights or questions you have.

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•Email: marci@marciowen.com

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Have you ever felt like someone else's negativity was pulling you under? In this powerful episode of The Courageous and Confident Christian Mom, Marci shares three simple yet transformative steps to help you protect your peace, generate compassion (even for difficult people), and take your power back—whether the negativity is coming from someone else or rising up within yourself.

Inspired by the quote, "All the water in the world cannot drown you unless it gets inside of you," you'll learn how to:

• Notice what you’re noticing
• Create a sacred pause between stimulus and response
• Choose how you want to respond with intention and love

Marci also shares vulnerable personal stories and tools like Viktor Frankl’s wisdom, a powerful quote on charity from Marvin J. Ashton, and the Dalai Lama’s forgiveness mantra—all to help you stay anchored in your values without getting pulled into the storm.

This episode will leave you feeling equipped, empowered, and encouraged to stand in your truth, keep your heart open, and respond to life from a place of strength and compassion.

Useful Resources:
•Visit Marci's Website: https://marciowen.com
•FREE Video Series: How to Overcome Negative Self Talk & Cultivate Self Love
•Learn my 3 Secrets to Instantly Feel Better (scroll down to bottom of page)

•Sign up HERE for a free Clarity Call with Marci

Get on my Mailing List! Click HERE to get Marci's Minute weekly (mostly) email.

Could you do me a favor? Please leave a review on your preferred podcast platform---it helps me reach more and more people. I'd also love to hear any insights or questions you have.

Connect with Advanced Certified Coach, Marci Owen
•Email: marci@marciowen.com

You can also pay me a visit on Facebook or Instagram
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•Facebook Marci Owen coaching

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