Ever said “yes” when every fiber of your being screamed “no”? That familiar knot in your stomach… that creeping resentment… yeah, we’ve all been there.

In this episode of Finding Peace 101, we’re diving deep into the art of stopping people-pleasing and finding real peace in saying “no.”

I’m Mia, your host, mindset coach, and cheerleader for anyone ready to reclaim their time, energy, and sanity. Together, we’ll explore:

• How to embrace self-respect without feeling guilty

• Ways to let go of guilt when you finally start saying no

• How to challenge your fear of rejection so it no longer runs your life

• Accepting the hard truth: you can’t please everyone

• Practical tools to practice saying no, even in sticky situations

• Recognizing pushback—and how to handle it without losing your cool

• Setting boundaries, defining limits, and finding support so peace lasts

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away feeling empowered, lighter, and ready to finally put your peace first—without apology.

Ready to stop pleasing everyone and start living your life? Press play and let’s get into it, Sugar.

You’ve seen them on mugs, mirrors, and sticky notes — “I am enough,” “I am loved,” “I can do hard things.” Cute, right? But what if there’s actual science behind all that positivity? Spoiler alert: there is.

I’m Mia, host of Finding Peace 101 — a podcast that mixes science, soul, and just the right amount of sass to help you build a more peaceful, intentional life. Today, we’re diving into the surprising psychology of affirmations — why they work, how to use them right, and what happens when you stop treating them like fluff and start treating them like a tool.

Inside this episode:

• The science behind affirmations — from brain scans to stress studies.
• How affirmations shape your habits, mindset, and emotional resilience.
• Step-by-step tips for writing your own affirmations that actually land.
• How to stop rolling your eyes and start believing what you say.
• And the one “awkward” affirmation that changed everything for me.

By the end, you’ll know exactly how to talk to yourself in a way that lifts, heals, and motivates you — without feeling fake or forced.

Because peace doesn’t start with meditation or mindfulness… it starts with your words.

Are you worn out from trying to hold every little detail of life in your hands—your work, your health, your kids, even the way people drive on the freeway? Here’s the truth, Babe: control is a myth. And clinging to it is stealing your joy, your peace, and your energy.

In this episode of Finding Peace 101, we’re flipping the script on control and learning how to find freedom in surrender. Don’t worry—I’m not talking about giving up or sitting on the couch eating bonbons while life runs wild. I’m talking about active surrender: choosing to let go where you can’t change things, while showing up fully where you can.

I’m Mia, your guide through this journey of untangling stress and replacing it with peace. I’ll walk with you through funny, real-life stories, science-backed truths, and down-to-earth strategies you can use right away.

Here’s what we’ll cover together:

• Why we feel the need to control and how our brains trick us into thinking we’re safer when we do

• The hidden cost of clinging—how control robs us of joy, relationships, and even health

• What active surrender really looks like and how it can give you more freedom, not less

• Practical ways to surrender at work, at home, and even in traffic without losing your mind

• How to live in the paradox—caring deeply about life without strangling it with your grip

• Everyday strategies and reflection questions to help you live lighter, freer, and more at peace

This isn’t theory, Sweetie—it’s real, everyday life. If you’re ready to laugh a little, breathe a little deeper, and finally lay down the heavy load of control, this episode is your invitation.