Episode 18 – Behind the smiles, behind the schedules, behind the “I’m fine” — there’s a silent, crushing weight many moms carry.

In this episode of Getting Through Today, we explore what it really means to live with the invisible load — the mental fatigue, emotional labor, and chronic overwhelm that often go unseen but are felt.

If you’re a mom navigating life with chronic illness — Lyme disease, autoimmune issues, or unrelenting exhaustion that no one else seems to understand — this episode is for you.

We’ll talk about:

What the invisible load is (and why it’s so hard to explain)

Why mental fatigue hits so differently — and so deeply

Gentle, practical tools to lighten the load

A heartfelt message for the mom who feels like she’s failing just by being tired

You are not weak. You are not broken. You’re carrying more than most could ever imagine — and still showing up with love. That is strength. That is bravery.

Take a breath, press play, and let yourself be seen.

Because you don’t have to carry it all alone anymore.

Episode 17 - In this deeply personal episode of Getting Through Today, I open up about how music has carried me through some of my darkest seasons — when depression, chronic illness, and exhaustion left me feeling overwhelmed, voiceless, and lost.

Music became my lifeline. A place where I could be honest, raw, and real when words felt too heavy. Today, I’m sharing that part of my story with you — including the origins of two of my most vulnerable songs, The Letter and Beautiful Broken.

This episode touches on sensitive topics like depression and suicidal thoughts, so please take care while listening. My intention is to shed light on these experiences — not to dwell in the pain, but to show how music can be a bridge between struggle and healing.

Whether you create, listen, or simply hold space for others, I hope this episode reminds you:

You are not alone.

Your story matters.

And even the broken pieces can become something beautiful.

Listen now and join me in raising awareness through music, honesty, and hope.

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Episode 16 – We say things without thinking — little phrases like “I’m sorry,” “I’m fine,” or “I probably sound crazy” — but over time, those words shape how we see ourselves.

In today’s episode of Getting Through Today, Brita opens up about her own journey with chronic illness, guilt, and the reflexive language that kept her playing small. Together, we explore:

Why “I’m sorry” is more than just a polite phrase

How automatic self-talk can shrink our sense of worth

What it looks like to reframe those patterns with kindness and truth

You’ll leave this episode with gentle awareness, practical ways to shift your inner dialogue, and permission to take up space — without apology.

Because healing starts with the words we choose. And you deserve to speak to yourself with the same compassion you offer everyone else.

Let’s start rewriting those scripts — one phrase at a time.

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