How to Create More Ease with Boundaries
Braving the Mountain
Ever feel like you're one more ask away from snapping? That constant hum of resentment, the emotional load, the overwhelm—it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. It’s because you’re doing it all, without boundaries. In this episode, We’re getting real about what happens when we chronically self-abandon to keep the peace… and what shifts when we finally decide enough. I’m giving you practical scripts + sharing how I’m teaching my daughters to hold boundaries, and showing you exactly how to make life lighter—without guilt. You’ll discover: ✔️ Why your exhaustion isn’t...
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How to Create More Ease in Mom Life
Braving the Mountain
Ever feel like you’re the project manager of your entire household? The default parent. The walking to-do list. The emotional thermostat for the whole family. If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering, “Why am I the only one who notices what needs to be done?” — this episode is for you. Inside this first episode of the Ease Series, we’re having a real, honest conversation about how to stop feeling like the default parent and start building a true partnership in your home. You’ll learn: ✔️ Why “just tell me what to do” is NOT actual support (and what to ask for instead)...
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How to Create More Ease in Relationships
Braving the Mountain
Tired of feeling like the default parent… instead of an actual partner? You’re not imagining it—the invisible load is real. From remembering the dentist appointments to feeling the pulse of everyone’s emotions in your home, you’ve been running the business side of your family while trying to keep the intimate side afloat. This episode kicks off the Ease Series, where we’re diving deep into how to create true partnership in your relationship… so you can stop feeling like the manager, the maid, or the walking to-do list. You’ll learn how to: ✔️ Understand the emotional and...
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I'm Not Just a Mom, I'm the Whole Damn Vibe
Braving the Mountain
Feeling like you’ve disappeared inside your own life? It’s not in your head. The emotional and mental load of motherhood and partnership is real—and heavier than anyone admits. In this episode, we’re peeling back the curtain on the quiet ways women disappear inside marriage, motherhood, and the relentless expectation to manage everything. We’re talking about how to stop carrying it all, how to stop asking for permission to have needs, and how to step back into your power—without the guilt. This is your permission slip to take up space again. Inside this episode: ✔️ The hidden...
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Are You the 'Yes' Wife?
Braving the Mountain
You say yes when you want to say no. You smooth over tension, carry the weight, and convince yourself you’re fine—when you’re not. You’re not crazy. You’re not broken. You’ve been conditioned to believe your value comes from keeping the peace while abandoning yourself. And maybe... it’s finally catching up to you. In this powerful episode, Amanda peels back the curtain on: — What it really looked like to be the “yes wife” — The resentment, rage, and rock-bottom moments that cracked her open — And the work she did to reclaim her voice, her power, and her life What...
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Meet Your Emotions Like Your Child Needing a Hug
Braving the Mountain
I used to think I had to have all the answers. That being a good mom meant staying calm, keeping the peace, pushing my emotions down—and definitely not crying in front of my kids. But the deeper I’ve gone into this emotional healing work, the more I’ve realized something wild: my kids are showing me where I’m still not free + they do the same for you too. In this episode, I’m sharing a real moment with my daughter that completely shifted how I view emotions—mine and theirs. If you’ve ever snapped, spiraled into shame, or stuffed your feelings to be “strong,” I want you...
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Why You Should Do "The Work" Even if Your Hubby Doesn't
Braving the Mountain
I used to think things would get better when he changed. If he just read the book, showed up differently, or met me halfway… maybe then I could finally breathe. But after years of trying to drag him along my growth journey, I had a moment. I saw myself like a little girl sitting on a curb, waiting for someone to come save me. And I realized: no one was coming. So I picked myself up. This episode is for the woman who’s ready to stop outsourcing her peace. I’m walking you through why I kept doing the inner work—even when my husband wasn’t doing his + why you should too. Because the...
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8 Problems You Have that Boundaries Will Solve
Braving the Mountain
Ever caught yourself saying “I don’t have time for me”... and felt a wave of guilt, frustration, or flat-out exhaustion right behind it? That used to be me. But what I’ve learned is this: that thought? It’s not a time problem—it’s a boundary problem. In this episode, I’m walking you through one of my favorite mindset shifts. We’re breaking down eight common thoughts you might have that are actually low-key boundary issues—and starting with the big one: “I don’t have time for myself.” I’ll take you behind the scenes into how I run my mornings, the phrases my kids...
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How to Stay Calm When Your Kid is Losing their Sh*t
Braving the Mountain
Ever feel like you’re losing it over the smallest things—spilled milk, messy rooms, offhanded comments—and then wondering, "What is wrong with me?" Nothing is wrong with you. You’re just full. Full of unprocessed emotions. Full of pressure to hold it all together. Full of laundry baskets—literal and emotional. In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth about what happens when we as moms keep shoving emotions down and trying to power through. Spoiler: it doesn’t work. And it’s not your fault. We were taught to cope… not feel. Listen in and learn: ✔️ Why anger isn’t...
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You're Allowed to Take Up Space as a Woman
Braving the Mountain
Ever find yourself slipping out the door for some “me time”—a workout, a walk, or just a breather alone—while guilt tugs at you the whole way? Do you catch yourself feeling like you have to earn basic self-care, or sneak around just to meet your own needs? It’s time to flip the script. In this episode, we get real about the invisible rules you’ve been living by—the outdated beliefs, generational patterns + invisible contracts that keep you putting everyone else first. We unpack why it feels so wrong to put yourself on the priority list and how you can finally feel worthy of the...
info_outlineImagine starting your day with lots of space and feeling like you’re in charge. Your rules are followed, and you know what matters most to you. You’re not just getting by; you’re really enjoying the life you’ve created.
Think about the moment you realized you don’t have to handle everyone else’s feelings. It feels like letting go of a heavy backpack. No more feeling guilty or trying too hard to make everyone happy.
Picture teaching your kids that they are important too, and they see you standing up for yourself. When someone questions your decisions, you know what to say and feel good about it, without the guilt.
Are you ready to let go of old habits and take back your life? This episode gives you tips and ideas to stop saying "yes" when you mean "no" and start living a life you truly enjoy.
Join me on this adventure: Follow my journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/its.amandaclark
Let’s help you live the life you want, one powerful boundary at a time.