Free to Be Mindful Podcast
The Free to Be Mindful Podcast invites you along on a journey to learn of mindful living, grow in mental health and inspire through personal growth. In a world where we can often feel much stress and overwhelm, this podcast provides bite-sized tips and real-talk conversations, empowering you to embrace mindfulness and nurture your full potential.
Welcome to the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, where busy working moms like you can find solace, clarity, and practical tips to live a mindful and intentional life. Hosted by Vanessa De Jesus Guzman - a Licensed Therapist, Retired Educator, Entrepreneur, and Mom of two - this podcast is designed to empower moms to prioritize their mental well-being, embrace mindfulness, and nurture their full potential without losing their cool.
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and burnt out. But motherhood doesn’t have to mean chaos and anxiety. The Free to Be Mindful Podcast provides bite-sized tips, real-talk conversations, and expert interviews to help you embrace an intentional approach to find joy and reduce overwhelm, prioritize your mental health amidst the chaos of motherhood, and engage in self-discovery with guidance from experts and personal stories
Vanessa's unique blend of professional experience and personal insight has made her a trusted voice in the wellness and mental health space. Featured on the Today Show, Univision, Parents Latina and multiple national publications, Vanessa is passionate about helping moms like you reduce the mental load, find moments of peace, and live a more fulfilling life.
Each episode is designed with your busy schedule in mind—keeping things short, sweet, and practical. Whether you're driving to work, folding laundry, or taking a break between tasks, you can easily fit these episodes into your day. Every episode wraps up with a short guided meditation, giving you the opportunity to pause, reflect, and center yourself.
Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, cultivate mindfulness, or simply carve out time for yourself, the Free to Be Mindful Podcast is the perfect companion for your journey to a more mindful and joyful life.
New episodes are released weekly twice a week, so don’t miss out! Tune in to reclaim your calm, center yourself, and remember that in the midst of it all, you are always Free to Be Mindful.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 17 minutes
- Episodes
- 280
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Ep79: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “How on earth do…
Celebrating Free to Be Mindful
Free to Be Mindful turns 3! In this episode Vanessa shares Free to Be Mindful’s journey - the ups and the downs - in addition to providing motivation to achieving goals. Join in for this real-talk co…
Ep77: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “There is this …
Challenging Mothers & Self-Care
Mothers have very complex roles and endless responsibilities. However, it seems that some enjoy swimming in the space of to-do’s and stress, instead of carving out space for self-care. This episode c…
Ep75: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: "My son is an o…
Stress & Therapy
April is Stress Awareness Month and Counseling Awareness Month - ironic, isn’t it! How do we know when our experienced stress needs professional help? And how do we go about seeking therapy? This epi…
Ep73: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “Recently I was…
Are We Our Kids' Triggers?
Ever notice how when we’re stressed and overwhelmed our kids begin to act up too? What can we do when there is a lot on our plate? Listen in and watch your kids’ behavior change.
Join in for this rea…
Ep71: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “Lately I’ve be…
Time vs. Fear
Time is our most nonrenewable resource. What are you doing with the time you have? What is stopping you from achieving that? This episode of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast has listeners reflect on h…
Ep69: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “My child alway…
Celebrating International Women's Day
March 8, 2022 celebrates International Women’s Day. This is must-hear for all women, especially mothers, to obtain gentle reminders challenging them to let go of things that no longer serve them, to …
Ep67: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “How can I prep…
Encanto through a Latina Therapist's Lens
Disney’s Encanto has stolen our hearts with its beautiful story on the Latinx Madrigal family. This episode reviews the movie’s characters and themes, as they are seen through the eyes of a Latina th…
Ep65: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “I flipped out …
7 Pillars to Mindful Love
This episode shares Vanessa’s 7 pillars which teach us how to love others mindfully, in addition to experiencing self love and showing up for ourselves. Understanding and experiencing these pillars …
Ep63: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “My young child …
Expectations of Students and of Self
Recognizing potential versus needs are two very different stories. This week’s podcast discusses high expectations of kids, others and self. Join in for this real-talk conversation on personal growth…
Ep61: Consult a Counselor
The “Consult a Counselor Series” is a segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, which answers parenting related questions to help caregivers live life mindfully.
Today’s question is: “My husband tol…
Privilege & Language
On this MLK weekend, Vanessa shares having race discussions with kids, centered on understanding privilege and use of language. Join in for this real-talk conversation on personal growth, mindful liv…