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Liz Carlile BLOGGER • ENTREPRENEUR • MINDFUL MOM By Alex McCray
Like so many new mothers, Liz Carlile struggled to balance caring for her family, herself, and her career. Today, the 34-year-old certified health coach shows the 20,000 monthly visitors of her blog, Motherhood Unstressed, how they can gain control of their lives and create their own joy, just like she did.
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Mothers often struggle with placing unrealistic expectations on themselves. How were you able to let go of that perfectionist mindset? My emancipation from that way of thinking came when I realized I wasn’t living the life I wanted. The majority of my mental space was taken up by resentment and martyrdom while also feeling like I wasn’t doing or being enough. I decided that my happiness needed to be the priority in order for me to fully give to my children, my marriage, and my work.
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Holistic living is a big part of your message. What are some of your favorite holistic living practices?
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You also have a top-rated podcast that is an extension of your blog and you’ve featured big names such as Mark Sisson, founder of the mega-health brand, Primal Blueprint. What episode is your favorite?
I have had so many amazing guests, and each one has taught me something new and life changing. One of my favorites though was my conversation with Danish actress and author, Marie Tourell Søderberg on the topic of hygge (“hoo-gah”). Hygge is a Danish word for that warm feeling you get when you are comfortable and happy, whether reading a book by the fire with some tea, or having an intimate dinner party with friends. It’s about slowing down and focusing on what really matters. That conversation changed how I spend time with my kids and how I create more opportunities for hygge to occur in my own life.
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Where do you like to go to eat and shop in Buckhead? I love St. Cecilia, True Food Kitchen, and the Shops Around Lenox.
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I am a big proponent of setting the tone for the day. Some of my favorite ways to start the day are by drinking a large glass of lemon water, meditating in front of my Joovv red light, journaling for at least three pages, and doing some gentle stretching. How you start the day is dependent on what works best for you, but the ultimate goal should be that when you’re done, you feel strong, happy, and grateful to be alive.
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