Finding Fortitude in Your Flock: How busy moms can restore resilience and block burnout by fueling their friendships https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com Do you find yourself striving to be everything to everyone, leaving little left for yourself? Are you in desperate need of a recharge but feel guilty about turning the focus away from others and towards yourself?  Are you constantly busy and yet somehow feel isolated in your mom/wife/work life?  Do you have those lifelong friends who may be on a similar journey but life has gotten in the way of nurturing those friendships?

Hi, I’m Candice. I’m a wife, mom of two, and I have a busy career.  I’ve spent years pouring into everyone else around me.  I wear many hats, and I constantly felt guilty about taking off those hats for just a moment to rejuvenate. I felt like I didn’t have the time to nurture relationships with my dearest friends who were experiencing similar rollercoasters of life .  Serving others was my purpose, but I was constantly drained, burnt out, and sometimes even lonely.  I couldn’t figure out how I could continue to be that woman I knew I was supposed to be without something changing. 

Then I had a mindset shift.  I knew that being in community was crucial and life-giving, and I decided to make that a priority in my own life. 

In this podcast, we’ll dive into why taking time for community, friendships, and even some getaway time, big or small, is so important for every other aspect of your life.  We’ll explore tips for scheduling those important bonding times even with your constantly full schedule.  We’ll also talk about why a little delegation goes a long way in creating more pockets of time that you can use to spend time with your tribe. 

Are you ready?  Throw on your favorite pair of fuzzy socks and sit back friend!  Let’s discuss the things, shall we?

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]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:30:00 -0500 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Society & Culture:Relationships 1440 episodic Do you find yourself striving to be everything to everyone, leaving little left for yourself? Are you in desperate need of a recharge but feel guilty about turning the focus away from others and towards yourself?  Are you constantly busy and yet somehow feel isolated in your mom/wife/work life?  Do you have those lifelong friends who may be on a similar journey but life has gotten in the way of nurturing those friendships? Hi, I’m Candice. I’m a wife, mom of two, and I have a busy career.  I’ve spent years pouring into everyone else around me.  I wear many hats, and I constantly felt guilty about taking off those hats for just a moment to rejuvenate. I felt like I didn’t have the time to nurture relationships with my dearest friends who were experiencing similar rollercoasters of life .  Serving others was my purpose, but I was constantly drained, burnt out, and sometimes even lonely.  I couldn’t figure out how I could continue to be that woman I knew I was supposed to be without something changing.  Then I had a mindset shift.  I knew that being in community was crucial and life-giving, and I decided to make that a priority in my own life.  In this podcast, we’ll dive into why taking time for community, friendships, and even some getaway time, big or small, is so important for every other aspect of your life.  We’ll explore tips for scheduling those important bonding times even with your constantly full schedule.  We’ll also talk about why a little delegation goes a long way in creating more pockets of time that you can use to spend time with your tribe.  Are you ready?  Throw on your favorite pair of fuzzy socks and sit back friend!  Let’s discuss the things, shall we? Candice Walker Candice Walker No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/18333066/Copy_of_Say_Yes_To_Life_Podcast_Brand81po7.jpg Finding Fortitude in Your Flock: How busy moms can restore resilience and block burnout by fueling their friendships https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com 144 144 14: How Our Identity Gets Lost as Moms and How Good Friends Can Help 14: How Our Identity Gets Lost as Moms and How Good Friends Can Help https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/14-how-our-identity-gets-lost-as-moms-and-how-good-friends-can-help/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/14-how-our-identity-gets-lost-as-moms-and-how-good-friends-can-help/#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:30:00 -0500 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/23c98a8e-6f93-30cc-bc7e-381dd8b7f494 Feeling Lost?  Today we're talking about two ways moms can lose themselves in the middle of the busyness of life and how friends can help restore that lost identity.  I've got a question in today's episode just for you, and I'd love to hear from you, so let's dive in!

]]> Feeling Lost?  Today we're talking about two ways moms can lose themselves in the middle of the busyness of life and how friends can help restore that lost identity.  I've got a question in today's episode just for you, and I'd love to hear from you, so let's dive in!

]]> Candice Walker false No 844 full 13: Short on Time, Big on Reset: Three Must-Do's with your Friends to Recharge in One Day 13: Short on Time, Big on Reset: Three Must-Do's with your Friends to Recharge in One Day https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/13-short-on-time-big-on-reset-three-must-dos-with-your-friends-to-recharge-in-one-day/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/13-short-on-time-big-on-reset-three-must-dos-with-your-friends-to-recharge-in-one-day/#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:30:00 -0500 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/58c3be52-b76e-3ae4-a196-25436453bd04 Sometimes, the reset we need--or have time for--isn't a days-long getaway, but just intentional time with our close friends.  So let's talk about the three must-do's with your friends that will allow for a quick and necessary boost of reconnection and rejuvenation.

]]> Sometimes, the reset we need--or have time for--isn't a days-long getaway, but just intentional time with our close friends.  So let's talk about the three must-do's with your friends that will allow for a quick and necessary boost of reconnection and rejuvenation.

]]> Candice Walker false No 710 full 12: Three Burnout Warning Signs and Your Role as A Good Friend in Calling It Out 12: Three Burnout Warning Signs and Your Role as A Good Friend in Calling It Out https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/12-three-burnout-warning-signs-and-your-role-as-a-good-friend-in-calling-it-out/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/12-three-burnout-warning-signs-and-your-role-as-a-good-friend-in-calling-it-out/#comments Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:30:00 -0500 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/6da62cc2-8835-390c-9cc3-3de7df75da62 Ok; it's time for hard conversations! Today, we're diving into three signs of burnout and why you, as a good friend, may be the best person to talk to your friend and support her when she is showing these burnout symptoms.

]]> Ok; it's time for hard conversations! Today, we're diving into three signs of burnout and why you, as a good friend, may be the best person to talk to your friend and support her when she is showing these burnout symptoms.

]]> Candice Walker false No 795 full 11: 3 Must-Do Things on Every Girls Getaway 11: 3 Must-Do Things on Every Girls Getaway https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/3-must-do-things-on-every-girls-getaway/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/3-must-do-things-on-every-girls-getaway/#comments Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:30:05 -0500 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/fe533165-870b-308e-b520-c64d3579b94a In this episode, I'll share the three must-do things for a girls getaway that will turn a simple trip into an unforgettable experience.  These tips can truly help you relax, reconnect, and create amazing memories together.

]]> In this episode, I'll share the three must-do things for a girls getaway that will turn a simple trip into an unforgettable experience.  These tips can truly help you relax, reconnect, and create amazing memories together.

]]> Candice Walker false No 765 full 10: Girls Getaway on a Bologna Sandwich Budget: What You Can do with $750, 4 days of PTO, 3 great friends, and a Little Determination 10: Girls Getaway on a Bologna Sandwich Budget: What You Can do with $750, 4 days of PTO, 3 great friends, and a Little Determination https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/10-girls-getaway-on-a-bologna-sandwich-budget-what-you-can-do-with-750-4-days-of-pto-3-great-friends-and-a-little-determination/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/10-girls-getaway-on-a-bologna-sandwich-budget-what-you-can-do-with-750-4-days-of-pto-3-great-friends-and-a-little-determination/#comments Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/76a9c846-7d46-3931-b285-b1958b9abd9e So we all know that "mom-cations" are great for rest, resetting, and reconnecting with our dearest friends.   But can we pull it off without spending thousands?  With some smart planning and cost-saving travel tips, I'll talk about how moms can create rejuvenating and affordable getaways that fit into their schedules.  Let's get into it! 

]]> So we all know that "mom-cations" are great for rest, resetting, and reconnecting with our dearest friends.   But can we pull it off without spending thousands?  With some smart planning and cost-saving travel tips, I'll talk about how moms can create rejuvenating and affordable getaways that fit into their schedules.  Let's get into it! 

]]> Candice Walker false No 635 full 09: The Cost of Trying to Have It All: Three Causes of Burnout in Busy Moms and What We Can Do About It 09: The Cost of Trying to Have It All: Three Causes of Burnout in Busy Moms and What We Can Do About It https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/09-the-cost-of-trying-to-have-it-all-three-causes-of-burnout-in-busy-moms-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/09-the-cost-of-trying-to-have-it-all-three-causes-of-burnout-in-busy-moms-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/#comments Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/dcf4263a-7c2c-3c30-bbd1-5ae2fe826c49 In this episode we're talking about the B-word (burnout!).  What drives busy moms to this overwhelm?  Is there a way to fix it?  Better yet, is there any way to prevent it altogether?  Let's talk about it! 

]]> In this episode we're talking about the B-word (burnout!).  What drives busy moms to this overwhelm?  Is there a way to fix it?  Better yet, is there any way to prevent it altogether?  Let's talk about it! 

]]> Candice Walker false No 800 full 08:What Would Other Moms Do? One Way Moms Can Stay Connected and the Two Things That Make This Hard to Do 08:What Would Other Moms Do? One Way Moms Can Stay Connected and the Two Things That Make This Hard to Do https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/what-would-other-moms-do/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/what-would-other-moms-do/#comments Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/279754b7-3396-39f4-88a0-72fd995d97c1 What are other ladies with busy schedules doing, if anything, to stay connected with their good friends?  What are the top two things that make this hard to do for moms?  Today, let's look at some eye-opening results of a survey I collected from some busy moms in my community!

]]> What are other ladies with busy schedules doing, if anything, to stay connected with their good friends?  What are the top two things that make this hard to do for moms?  Today, let's look at some eye-opening results of a survey I collected from some busy moms in my community!

]]> Candice Walker false No 550 full 07:Mom Guilt: Who to Blame? 07:Mom Guilt: Who to Blame? https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/mom-guilt-who-to-blame/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/mom-guilt-who-to-blame/#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/75ac34e7-9444-3d1f-8eae-60b8ef0423bf Hey hey!

So today we're talking about something that I think many moms can relate to--mom guilt!    It's that feeling that you've let down your kids even though you are doing everything you can.  So why do we have it?  And can we prevent it?  I have a theory; keep listening to find out who might be to blame!

]]> Hey hey!

So today we're talking about something that I think many moms can relate to--mom guilt!    It's that feeling that you've let down your kids even though you are doing everything you can.  So why do we have it?  And can we prevent it?  I have a theory; keep listening to find out who might be to blame!

]]> Candice Walker false No 929 full 06: Three Reasons Why We Don't Ask Our Friends for Help, and Why It's Hurting Us 06: Three Reasons Why We Don't Ask Our Friends for Help, and Why It's Hurting Us https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/06-three-reasons-why-we-dont-ask-our-friends-for-help-and-why-its-hurting-us/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/06-three-reasons-why-we-dont-ask-our-friends-for-help-and-why-its-hurting-us/#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/57315030-d3fc-3bf3-aa46-4ccc12ad23cf If you were to describe a good friendship, what would you say?  We automatically think of the friend who is kind, giving, and selfless.  What about the friend on the receiving end of all that kindness?  Do we as women tend to feel more comfortable on the giving or receiving end of friendship?  Do we feel comfortable asking for help from our friends when we need it?  Why does it matter?  Let's talk about three reasons that women may not ask for help and how it hurts us as busy moms.

]]> If you were to describe a good friendship, what would you say?  We automatically think of the friend who is kind, giving, and selfless.  What about the friend on the receiving end of all that kindness?  Do we as women tend to feel more comfortable on the giving or receiving end of friendship?  Do we feel comfortable asking for help from our friends when we need it?  Why does it matter?  Let's talk about three reasons that women may not ask for help and how it hurts us as busy moms.

]]> Candice Walker false No 721 full 05: Two Age-Old Lessons Every Mom Should Learn 05: Two Age-Old Lessons Every Mom Should Learn https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/mom_lessons_indigenous_cultures/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/mom_lessons_indigenous_cultures/#comments Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/c849ce2f-db94-30a9-92ca-da5a30990a5a Many of us live in very modern societies, and with that comes more dependence on technology and less dependence on the people around us.  Do cultures that have not been as heavily influenced by technology experience the same burnout as we do, especially as moms?  Let's look at two lessons that we can learn from cultures where togetherness, not tech, takes center stage. 

]]> Many of us live in very modern societies, and with that comes more dependence on technology and less dependence on the people around us.  Do cultures that have not been as heavily influenced by technology experience the same burnout as we do, especially as moms?  Let's look at two lessons that we can learn from cultures where togetherness, not tech, takes center stage. 

]]> Candice Walker false No 758 full 04: FTWK (Fun Travel Without Kids)-The One Thing that Stops Us From Doing It, and How to Fix It 04: FTWK (Fun Travel Without Kids)-The One Thing that Stops Us From Doing It, and How to Fix It https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/vacation_no_kids/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/vacation_no_kids/#comments Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/cd3242fc-fea8-3a48-8b80-e1ec6a4dcacf It's time to talk about vacay!

But not a family getaway where you're pretty much doing the same tasks of motherhood and feeling the same overwhelm but in a prettier location.  Can you relate? 

No-- today we're going to talk about taking some time away without the kids.  Can it be done?   And why do we find this so hard to do as women?  Let's discuss!

]]> It's time to talk about vacay!

But not a family getaway where you're pretty much doing the same tasks of motherhood and feeling the same overwhelm but in a prettier location.  Can you relate? 

No-- today we're going to talk about taking some time away without the kids.  Can it be done?   And why do we find this so hard to do as women?  Let's discuss!

]]> Candice Walker false No 537 full 03. What the COVID-19 pandemic taught us about loneliness 03. What the COVID-19 pandemic taught us about loneliness https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/lessons_about_loneliness/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/lessons_about_loneliness/#comments Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/422124aa-87d8-361b-b7c2-a6ff737f59a3 Today I want to spend a few minutes talking about loneliness.  When we think about loneliness, we assume that its impact is only emotional, right?  But the COVID pandemic showed us that the impacts of loneliness exceed just feelings of sadness.  And loneliness is something that can be experienced not just in a global pandemic, but even in our everyday, BUSY, lives as moms!  That’s a wild thought, right?  Let’s dive in and see what the pandemic taught us about the long-term effects of being lonely, and why this can impact us even today. 

 

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]]> Today I want to spend a few minutes talking about loneliness.  When we think about loneliness, we assume that its impact is only emotional, right?  But the COVID pandemic showed us that the impacts of loneliness exceed just feelings of sadness.  And loneliness is something that can be experienced not just in a global pandemic, but even in our everyday, BUSY, lives as moms!  That’s a wild thought, right?  Let’s dive in and see what the pandemic taught us about the long-term effects of being lonely, and why this can impact us even today. 

 

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]]> Candice Walker false No 473 full 02. No time for me time? Try these three things. 02. No time for me time? Try these three things. https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/me_time/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/me_time/#comments Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/6faa8ecd-379f-3e32-b222-b2e6ab361928 Do you feel like you are just drowning in the busy with no time to devote to yourself?  You say, “Candice, there is absolutely no way I can fit one more thing into my day!  Every second of it is going to my kids or my husband or my job.  There’s nothing left, and I dare you to find me more time!” 

So Let's talk about the three things you can do today to find more time in your schedule!

 

Click HERE to find out about future episodes!

]]> Do you feel like you are just drowning in the busy with no time to devote to yourself?  You say, “Candice, there is absolutely no way I can fit one more thing into my day!  Every second of it is going to my kids or my husband or my job.  There’s nothing left, and I dare you to find me more time!” 

So Let's talk about the three things you can do today to find more time in your schedule!

 

Click HERE to find out about future episodes!

]]> Candice Walker false No 541 full 01. Four ways good friendships can ease burnout in busy moms 01. Four ways good friendships can ease burnout in busy moms https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/how_friendships_ease_burnout/ https://findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/e/how_friendships_ease_burnout/#comments Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:30:00 -0600 findingfortitudeinyourflock.podbean.com/67b01e0a-0fdb-3644-a72a-2fed7e0871e1 Who is your flock?  Who are those true friends with whom you can be vulnerable and just be yourself?  And why does it matter?  Today I want to talk to you about why these connections are so important and the 4 ways good friendships can help lighten the burnout for us busy moms.

Click HERE to find out about future episodes!

 

]]> Who is your flock?  Who are those true friends with whom you can be vulnerable and just be yourself?  And why does it matter?  Today I want to talk to you about why these connections are so important and the 4 ways good friendships can help lighten the burnout for us busy moms.

Click HERE to find out about future episodes!

 

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