I’ve got a confession—and chances are, you’ll relate.

Lately, I’ve been quietly disappointed in how often I reach for my phone. Not just because of the time it sucks up, but because of what it’s been costing me: real presence, deeper connection, mental clarity, and time with my daughters I won’t get back.

This episode is tender, honest, and hopefully a wake-up call—not to quit social, but to pause long enough to ask:

Am I connecting… or just scrolling?

Who am I learning from?

And what goals am I unconsciously chasing?

What’s my relationship with my phone actually costing me?

I’m sharing the six reasons I’ve decided to take a full year off Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook—including the moment that broke my heart (and made my choice feel really clear).

Whether you’re a mom, a dreamer, a woman of faith, or just someone craving less noise and more depth—this one’s for you.

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The Date Yourself Challenge: Rebuilding the Most Important Relationship in Your Life

Summary:
This episode is your wake-up call. Michaela invites you into a month-long solo date challenge that will completely shift your relationship with yourself. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, uncertain, or lost in the noise of others’ opinions, this is your permission slip to turn inward and reconnect with your truest self. Download the free guide with 50 solo date ideas and join women everywhere prioritizing their peace and power.

Free Guide: [www.michaelabelle.co]
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In this episode, I’m sharing the 7 habits that quietly but radically changed my world. These are not hustle-driven, self-optimization tricks. They are soul-guided rhythms — patterns of presence, honesty, and intention — that helped me come home to myself.

From replacing chaotic Sunday scaries with a sacred Friday reset, to rewriting the story of my evenings as a place of restoration instead of collapse — this is the episode I wish I had years ago when I was drowning in doing and still felt behind.

These aren’t just habits.
They’re anchors.
And if you let them, they’ll remind you who you are beneath the noise.

Inside, you’ll hear:

• Why the right habits matter more than more habits

• The weekly rhythm that saved my weekends

• The tiny question that protects you from burnout

• How I shifted from reaction to intention

• Why your evening routine is your comeback

• And how gratitude will rewire your memory

✨ Download the Friday Reset PDF to end your week with peace, not pressure.
📎 [https://michaelabelle.myflodesk.com/friday]

If you want the FREE Habit Tracker just comment on this episode or share it on IG and tag @michaelabelle and I'll send you the link to download 🥰

We don’t always need more time.
We need more clarity.
And that starts with choosing rhythms that hold us steady.

Let’s stay connected:
Instagram: [@michaelabelle]
Website: [michaelabelle.co]

Welcome back to A Table for Two with Michaela Belle — a podcast where personal growth isn’t about fixing yourself, it’s about meeting the real you.

💔 In today’s episode, I’m sharing a vulnerable story: losing a group of close friends I loved deeply. If you've ever experienced friendship loss, felt misunderstood, or built walls around your heart because of hurt — this conversation is for you.

We’ll talk about: ✨ Why friendship breakups hurt so deeply (especially as adults)

✨ How to grieve friendship loss like a true heartbreak

✨ The false beliefs pain creates — and how to rewrite them

✨ Practical healing steps for rebuilding trust and opening your heart again

✨ Why it’s time to become a better friend to yourself

Whether you’re navigating a friendship breakup, struggling with trust, or craving authentic community again — you are not alone.

🫶 Mentioned in this episode: → Join The BELLE Collective: [https://stan.store/michaelabelle/p/join-the-belle-collective]

→ April Workshop: Overcoming People Pleasing – [https://stan.store/michaelabelle/p/leaving-people-pleasing-behind-the-real-strategy]

→ Follow Michaela on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/michaelabelle/]

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✔️ Comment — share your own story or takeaway

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In today’s episode of A Table for Two with Michaela Belle, we’re pulling up a second chair for the most requested and most downloaded guest on the podcast—my daughter, Malin Belle.

This conversation started as a casual couch chat and turned into a deep dive on generational burdens, parenting struggles, the pressure teens feel to figure out their future, and how each generation is trying to “fix” what the last one didn’t get right.

We talk about:

• Why college might not be the right first step for everyone

• A theory I have about taking a “gap year” for internships + life skills

• How Gen Z views mental health and their drive to change the world

• The pendulum swing of parenting—overcorrecting what we experienced

• Raising emotionally intelligent, respectful boys

• The pressure to have it all figured out by 8th grade

• What we hope Gen Z gets right—and where we still have to be careful

There’s laughter, real talk, Gilmore Girls references, and a lot of heart in this one. Whether you’re a parent trying to understand your teen better, a Gen Z navigating your future, or someone who just wants a raw, honest conversation—you’re going to love this episode.

Links & Resources:

• Listen to Malin’s other episodes [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ITKtQ3ALZbWZBF4I9uVzR?si=7716094c1cf3443f]

• Follow Michaela on Instagram: @michaelabelle

• Learn more about Michaela’s life coaching or The BELLE Collective: [https://stan.store/michaelabelle/p/join-the-belle-collective-for-1-yr]

Join the Conversation: We want to hear from YOU. What do you think your generation’s burden or wealth is? Message me on IG or drop a comment on the podcast post—we love hearing from you.

Subscribe & Share: If this episode made you laugh, think, or feel seen, share it with a friend or parent who needs to hear it too. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an honest convo at the table.

You’re getting your 8 hours of sleep, following your nighttime routine, and doing all the “right” things—so why are you still exhausted?

The truth is, rest isn’t just about sleep. There are seven different types of rest, and when we neglect them, burnout creeps in.In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the overlooked ways you need to recharge.

Inspired by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s book Sacred Rest, I’m breaking down how each type of rest affects your energy, focus, and overall well-being. Whether you’re struggling with mental fog, emotional overwhelm, or feeling disconnected from your purpose, this conversation will help you pinpoint what’s missing—and how to restore yourself in a way that lasts.

Plus, later on this week I’ll guide you through a simple meditation to help you identify which type of rest your body, mind, and soul are craving most right now.

In This Episode, We Cover:

🔹 Why 8 hours of sleep isn’t enough

🔹 The 7 types of rest and their unique benefits

🔹 How to tell which type of rest you’re missing

🔹 Why people-pleasing is draining your energy (and how to stop)

🔹 The difference between passive and active rest

🔹 How sensory overload is making you more exhausted

🔹 The life-changing impact of setting emotional & social boundaries

🔹 The truth about creative rest and why adults need it just as much as kids

🔹 How rest actually makes you more productive (not lazy)

🔹 The "Axe Metaphor"—why rest is sharpening, not stopping

🔹 A bonus meditation to help you reconnect with the rest your soul needs

Listen Now

Resources & Links:

📖 Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith – [https://amzn.to/4bOwOpd]

✨ Sign up for my Ending People-Pleasing Workshop – [https://stan.store/michaelabelle/p/leaving-people-pleasing-behind-the-real-strategy]

🛏️ Get my Own Your Night Journal for better sleep & routines – [michaelabelle.co]

Rate, Review & Follow 🎧If this episode spoke to you, let’s keep the conversation going! Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram and tag me [@MichaelaBelle] so I can cheer you on. And if you love the show, leave a review —it helps more women find this space!

Are you constantly exhausted, no matter how much sleep you get? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 6 key habits that transformed my nights—and my life. Whether you’re a new parent running on fumes, an entrepreneur with a million thoughts, or just struggling to unwind at the end of the day, this is your roadmap to real rest.

Join me as I share my personal nighttime routine, the science behind better sleep, and why rest is not a reward—it’s a requirement.

📖 Grab your copy of "Own Your Night" – the journal designed to guide you step by step toward a restful, restorative nighttime routine! [www.michaelabelle.co]

🎧 Part 2 is coming next! We’ll explore the other 6 types of rest that go beyond sleep.

You are not starting over. You are moving forward—wiser, stronger, and more prepared than ever.There comes a moment when life shifts—when a career change, a breakup, or simply a new season makes you feel like you’re back at square one. But here’s the truth: you are never truly starting over.You are returning with knowledge.You are stepping forward with clarity.You are making decisions with wisdom you didn’t have before.In this episode of A Table for Two, I share a perspective shift that will change the way you see new beginnings. Because the words you use—how you define your journey—shape everything. If you’ve ever felt the weight of "starting over," this conversation is for you.🎧 Listen now and step into this next chapter with confidence.✨ Ready to take your next step? Here’s where to start:📖 Get My Book: Own Your Night – Create a nighttime routine that transforms your sleep and your life → https://a6b5e7-9c.myshopify.com/products/own-your-night-1💡 Join The BELLE Collective – Coaching, community, and content to support your personal growth journey → Join Here https://stan.store/michaelabelle/p/join-the-belle-collective-for-1-yr🌎 Visit My Website – Explore all my resources & offerings → MichaelaBelle.co🔥 Let’s make this interactive! Drop a comment below:💭 What’s a time in your life when you felt like you were “starting over”?💡 What’s one lesson you’re bringing into your next chapter?Your wisdom is already within you. Let’s talk about it. ⬇️