The Blog

My Body Doesn't Feel Like Mine Anymore - Navigating Physical Changes with Grace

Feeling like your body isn’t yours anymore? In this episode, Mattie Cummins, MSW, shares how to honor change, release shame, and rediscover grace through every stage. Listen now. ...more

Podcast

October 22, 2025•2 min read

How to Stop Overthinking and Start Making Confident Choices

Overthinking isn’t a flaw — it’s a sign your brain’s working overtime. Learn simple, science-backed ways to quiet the noise, make clear decisions, and rebuild self-trust. ...more

Thinking Well

October 15, 2025•3 min read

How to Say No Without Guilt (Even to People You Love)

If “no” feels hard, you’re not alone. Learn how to set boundaries with clarity and confidence—without guilt or conflict. Start your reset today with Decode the Mental Load, the 3-part video series des... ...more

Feeling Well

October 15, 2025•3 min read

How to Reset After a Meltdown (Without Shame)

Meltdowns aren’t weakness—they’re signals that you’ve been running on empty. Learn how to regulate, repair, and reset inside The Flourish Collective, a 12-week online transformation designed to help w... ...more

Feeling Well

October 08, 2025•3 min read

The Invisible Mental Load: What You’re Carrying (That No One Sees)

The invisible mental load drains clarity & joy. The Flourish Collective helps women 45+ lighten the load & thrive. ...more

Thinking Well

September 17, 2025•2 min read

The Science of Snapping: What Happens in Your Brain When You Lose It

Snapping isn’t weakness—it’s brain overload. The Flourish Collective helps women 45+ regain calm, clarity & control. ...more

Thinking Well

September 03, 2025•1 min read

Why You Have Brain Fog (And Why It’s Not Your Fault)

Brain fog isn’t your fault—it’s mental overload. Reclaim clarity & focus with The Flourish Collective. ...more

Thinking Well

August 19, 2025•2 min read

You’ve Been Everyone’s Anchor. What Happens When You Drift?

From anchor to drifting—midlife women can reclaim clarity, energy & joy with The Flourish Collective. ...more

LIVING WELL

August 12, 2025•2 min read

The Myth of the Perfect Life: 3 Ways to Embrace Your Beautiful Mess

Why You're Always Tired (Even When You're Resting) ...more

Mental Chaos and Anxiety

August 05, 2025•2 min read

Finding Your Calm When the World Feels Chaotic

Why You're Always Tired (Even When You're Resting) ...more

Mental Chaos and Anxiety

July 11, 2025•1 min read

The Mental Load: Why You're Always Tired (Even When You're Resting)

Why You're Always Tired (Even When You're Resting) ...more

Mental Chaos and Anxiety

July 03, 2025•3 min read

Your Brain on Overwhelm – The Science Behind the Chaos

In this blog post, we’re diving deep into why we feel overwhelmed, what’s actually going on in our brains, and practical strategies for finding calm amidst the chaos. ...more

Brain Health

June 27, 2025•2 min read

Derailing Chaos and Finding Peace in the Midst of Stress

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re juggling everything in your life—family, work, responsibilities. ...more

Mental Chaos and Anxiety

June 26, 2025•4 min read

Finding Calm in the Middle of the Chaos

In this blog post, we’re diving deep into why we feel overwhelmed, what’s actually going on in our brains, and practical strategies for finding calm amidst the chaos. ...more

Brain Health

June 19, 2025•3 min read

How to Lighten the Mental Load: Tips for Women Over 45

If you’re a woman over 45, you’ve probably reached a point in your life where the mental load feels unbearable. ...more

Brain Health

June 11, 2025•4 min read

Your Invisible Burden: 4 Ways to Increase Boundaries in Your Life

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Podcast

June 11, 2025•2 min read

The Mental Load: Why You’re Always Tired (Even When You’re Resting)

The Mental Load: Why You’re Always Tired (Even When You’re Resting) with Mattie Cummins, MSW – Counselor, Coach & Founder of Cerebrations ...more

Podcast

May 07, 2025•2 min read

The Joy Unleashed Project – Podcast Episode 1

Finding Calm in the Middle of the Chaos with Mattie Cummins, MSW – Counselor, Coach & Founder of Cerebrations ...more

Podcast

May 04, 2025•2 min read

How to Navigate Changing Family Dynamics While Staying True to Yourself Beyond 45

Your 40’s and 50’s can usher in significant changes within your family: children growing up or moving out, aging parents who may require more care, and shifting relationships with siblings, partners, ... ...more

Relationships

February 10, 2025•3 min read

Breaking the Anxiety Cycle: Simple Tools to Rewire Your Brain for Calm and Clarity (beyond 45) Beyond 45

Anxiety can feel like a relentless loop, especially as you navigate your 40’s and 50s, and beyond. Career changes, shifting family dynamics, evolving health concerns—these are just a few factors that ... ...more

Mental Chaos and Anxiety

February 03, 2025•3 min read

Reclaiming ‘Me Time’: Why Self-Care Matters More Than Ever Beyond 45

Self-care often gets labeled as an indulgence—something we might squeeze in if (and only if) our to-do lists somehow clear. ...more

Brain Health

January 27, 2025•3 min read

Finding Your Spark Again: Joy and Purpose Beyond 45

Have you ever paused in the middle of your day and wondered how you got here? Maybe your kids are older, your career path is shifting, or the sense of excitement you once felt about your own future is... ...more

Brain Health

January 20, 2025•3 min read

Why 'One-Size-Fits-All' Doesn't Work (And What We Do Instead)

Ever tried squeezing into a "one-size-fits-all" piece of clothing? Spoiler alert: it usually doesn't fit quite right. The same goes for brain health and rehabilitation! Here's why cookie-cutter approa... ...more

Brain Health

January 13, 2025•3 min read

4 Reasons Everyone Else’s To Do Lists are a Priority

I have a great system for to do lists. I mark off what is done, and put an arrow next to what wasn’t completed and has to be moved to the next week ...more

Relationships

December 10, 2024•3 min read