Good afternoon.

This week we’re talking about mindset. And guilt. I feel a little guilty that I dropped the ball on our newsletter last week, sorry! We are juggling so much, and many good exciting things. Yesterday I finally got some (guilt-free) rest. On Saturday we had our local holiday market and we sold some homemade skincare, marshmallows, hot tea, chocolates, and art made by my daughters. It was fun! But also, a lot of work.

This time of year, the mental & physical load is immense. My body is craving slowness, extra sleep and warmth. As a busy working mama, I have to push through and do my best to balance. Self-care has been critical. My 8 and 11-year-olds want homemade cookies, ice skating and travel, and those wishes, combined with my heavy workload, leave me with a hundred regular tabs open in my brain, and the holiday tabs piling on top.

As a working mom, I have to set boundaries. We are staying home this year. I'm focusing on simple joys, like low-key Christmas traditions. I have to be okay with the fact that my kids want big parties and travel, and that I simply cannot deliver on everything.

What I confess is the constant, daily work it takes to reject the guilt that tries to creep in when I prioritize my deadlines over holiday extras, or that I can’t simply manage it all.

The only way I survive this season is by (hiring help!), lowering my expectations and keeping things simple, and working daily to reframe those negative thoughts and granting my body permission to rest. This means accepting that some people, my family, and even my children, will be disappointed.

If you are fighting the pressure to overextend yourself this season, this week’s post is for you.

It's all about the Mindset and why The Guilt Trap is so fierce, even when you're setting firm boundaries. Learn the daily practices to reframe your mind and let some things go.

Read More About the Guilt Trap & Your Holiday Mindset:

Recipe of the Week🌟

Golden Turmeric Latte

Cozy, spiced, soothing, and highly anti-inflammatory.

Turmeric is something I use almost daily in my cooking and juice making. These golden lattes are becoming more commonly featured in cafes. Try making your own spice blend.

🌸 Mantra of the Week

“My rest is necessary. My care is critical. I release shame. When I honor myself, I give more love & good feelings to others”

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✨ Tip of the Week

Choose one small pause every day. It might be sipping your coffee in silence, closing your eyes for two minutes, saying no to something that drains you, or observing an animal. These micro-moments signal to your body that it is safe to slow down and be in the now.
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💖A Gentle Reframe

Feeling guilty doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’re breaking patterns that never served you in the first place.

Until next week.

With love,

Lindsey

Upcoming Events & Services

The Roots to Rise Team will be at Legacy College Prep’s Social Worker Family Game Night this week! As Program Director & Lead Educator, I’m excited to connect with families, lead a hands-on healthy cooking demo, and share nutritious snacks along with simple, practical tips to support healthy habits at home.

It’s going to be a fun, interactive, and meaningful evening and I can’t wait to cook, learn, and grow together! 💛🍽️

If you are passionate about family health and nutrition & would like to contribute to the mission and support Julia and Lindsey in founding Roots to Rise NYC, donate here.​

Let’s Stay Connected 📲

I’m sharing more this week on Instagram about Mindset.

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Come say hi: @motherverdewellness​

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Lindsey Case | Certified Holistic Health Coach I guide women to reconnect with their bodies and nourish themselves in ways that feel joyful and sustainable.