Monica Rezende

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🙌🏼 Feeling out of balance? Here’s how to get back on track!

🥴 Feeling overwhelmed lately? Maybe you’re doom-scrolling instead of taking care of the most important person—YOU.

💥 Balance is even more critical when life feels the hardest.

🥹 Right now, a lot of us are carrying the weight of uncertainty. If you’re anything like me a solo mom (Canadian) with a demanding job, building a business, and managing a home with two dogs, balance isn’t just something nice to have. It’s essential.

And yet… 🤯 when life felt heavy, I used to bury myself in work.

At first, it seemed to work because, honestly, I didn’t have time for anything else.

💀 But guess what? That backfired.

⛔️ I was late picking up my daughter from school.
⛔️ My workouts (aka my stress relief) went out the window.
⛔️ Even my dogs weren’t getting their walks.

The world’s chaos didn’t stop, and instead of managing my stress, I was drowning in it.

And my family? They got the worst of me.

💖 I wanted to feel grounded to be a steady, present mom no matter what was happening around me.

But I let work take over instead.

🤔 I realized if I wanted more balance, I had to change how I was doing things. I needed to set some serious boundaries with myself to stop overworking and protect my energy.

🎯 What I’ve learned? In tough times, we don’t need to push harder. We need to double down on balance.

✨ Setting boundaries even when it felt uncomfortable.
✨ Making self-care non-negotiable (because abandoning myself wasn’t balance).
✨ Saying NO to overcommitting so I could make space for what truly mattered.

It’s not always easy, but it is possible.

And if you need help making it happen, that’s exactly what we do inside The Less Stressed Mom program.

Drop a ❤️ if this hits home. I see you, and you’re not alone!

“My life seems to be changing in a good way every day, and I can feel and see myself growing… I can actually say I love who I am becoming.”

🥴 Just a short time ago, my client felt stuck, exhausted, and disconnected from herself lost in the chaos of work, parenting, and never-ending to-dos.

Like so many moms, burnout had taken over, leaving her feeling empty.

👑 But when she started prioritizing herself, even in small ways, things changed.

⚡️ She learned to release guilt, set boundaries, and listen to what her body truly needed.

And now? She’s no longer just surviving. She’s thriving!

🔥 This is what happens when you stop running on empty and start pouring into yourself.

🙈 If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and barely making it through the day, you’re not alone.

And you don’t have to keep pushing through on empty.

🙌🏼 Ready to finally break free from burnout? Comment “ME” to book a consult and start taking small steps toward reclaiming your energy and balance.

🤯 Trying to do everything is making you exhausted, not a better mom.

Here’s the truth:

📊 Studies show that chronic stress leads to exhaustion, brain fog, and even weakened immunity.

🎯 Moms who rest and set boundaries feel happier and have more energy for their kids.

⚡️ You don’t have to push yourself to the limit to be a good mom.

This is what I teach inside The Less Stressed Mom program:

1️⃣ Focus on what truly matters 👉🏼 not what guilt tells you to do.
2️⃣ Build routines that support your energy (not drain it).
3️⃣ Only take on more when your cup is full because burnout helps no one.

💥 I’ll show you the exact steps I used to escape burnout and find balance in my life.

🔥 Want to stop running on empty? Comment “REST” and I’ll send you my best burnout recovery tips! 💪🏼

🥴 Trying to do it all? It’s costing you more than you think.

9 years ago, my life looked like this:

😵‍💫 Running on 4-6 hours of sleep
💼 Working late nights and most weekends
🐶 Taking care of a sick dog
👶🏻 Solo parenting a baby
🚀 Working full-time with no breaks

🤯 I thought I was doing what needed to be done.

The wake-up call? I burned out so badly that even getting out of bed felt impossible.

💔 If you’re feeling this way too, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to stay stuck.

I dragged myself through the motions because I had to. As the only adult in the house, there was no backup.

But I could barely function. Even taking a shower felt like a monumental task.

💡 That’s when I realized:

✅ My well-being was more important than my to-do list.
✅ Happiness wasn’t about how much I accomplished in a day.
✅ Mom guilt was keeping me trapped in unrealistic "shoulds."

👉🏼 So I made a shift. I let go of the idea that I had to do everything.

💫 I started prioritizing sleep, listening to my body, and allowing myself to rest without shame.

💥 And you know what? The laundry still got done (eventually). The dishes didn’t define my worth.

And my house? It started looking like a home where people actually live, not a cover for the Home Design magazine.

✨ If you’re stuck in the burnout cycle, please hear this: You don’t have to earn rest. You deserve it now.

🔥 Ready to break free from overwhelm and step into a life that actually feels balanced? Comment "REST" and tell me how you’re planning to recharge.

🤔😂 What if the secret to solving your biggest problems… was laughter?

Most of what we do, believe, and think about ourselves is stored in the unconscious mind.

And we don’t even realize it.

That’s why change isn’t just about thinking differently. It’s about shifting how you feel.

🧐 In a session with a colleague, I decided to spice things up and try something new. And something really interesting happened.

🙈 My client was stuck in a problem state, so I had him do a hand-coordination technique (which, let’s just say, was not his strong suit).

🤣 After a few failed attempts, we both burst into laughter and that moment changed everything.

🤯 He snapped out of the problem state, saw things from a whole new perspective, and walked away with real solutions instead of frustration.

So… why work with me?

💡 I’m curious and always learning new tools to help you.
😂 I’ll probably make you laugh (because humour is powerful).
✨ And most importantly, you’ll shift, grow, and see your life change in ways you never imagined.

🔥 Ready to break free from old patterns and step into a life that feels balanced without the overwhelm?

🚀 Comment “ME” to book a consult. I’d love to help you get there!

🚨 Happiness doesn’t come from a relationship, a holiday, or anyone else. 🚨

👌🏼 It comes from owning who you are and building a life that fulfills you.

🙋🏻‍♀️ YOU are the person who will complete you and make you feel whole. Not one else can do it.

🔥 When you stop letting society decide for you what your life should look like, you stop chasing validation.

And then something amazing happens. You feel free. 🕊️

🙌🏼 Your happiness is in your hands and you don’t need a holiday to remind you of that.

1️⃣ Decide what truly matters to YOU. Not what society says, not what others expect. Just what actually makes you happy.

2️⃣ Be honest with yourself. Are you living a life that feels good, or just following the “shoulds”? Honest check-ins with yourself can change everything.

3️⃣ Do more of what lights you up. A quiet coffee, a good book, a walk, dancing in your kitchen… whatever makes you feel like you again? Do more of that.

4️⃣ Treat yourself like someone you love. Speak kindly to yourself, take care of your needs, and show yourself the same compassion you give others. You deserve it.

5️⃣ Celebrate yourself daily. You don’t need permission to feel proud of who you are. You’re already enough.

🎊 Small shifts, big impact.

💪🏼 To find out how The Less Stressed Mom program can help you feel more like you again and create a life that actually feels yours, comment “ME” to book a consult.

🥹 Valentine’s Day used to be depressing for me.

🚩 This day felt like a giant flashing sign reminding me that I didn’t fit society’s script.

I’d see the flowers, the candlelit dinners, the “perfect” couples and instead of celebrating the life I built for myself, I felt like I was missing something.

💀 Like I wasn’t enough because I wasn’t living the way the world expected me to.

🤯 But I’ve learned the rules society places on women are bullsh*t.

💪🏼 I’m a single mom by choice.
🙌🏼 I built a life on my terms.

💥 And once I let go of the idea that I had to follow a certain path, I stopped feeling like I was on the outside looking in.

🥳 Now, Valentine’s Day is something I celebrate.

💞 A day I get to pour love into my daughter, myself, my dogs and this life I love.

✅ I don’t need external validation.
✅ I own who I am.

I created my way to celebrate this holiday, which makes it extra special, and fun!, for us.

🔥 If this day feels hard for you, ask yourself: Are you really missing something or just following a script that was never yours to begin with?

✨ If you're done trying to live up to everyone else's expectations, the Less Stressed Mom coaching program will help you reclaim who you are and build a life that feels your own.

Drop a ❤️ if this resonates.

🙈 Hey working moms, feeling like you're juggling a million things and still dropping the ball?

I see you. I’ve been there, too.

I’m Monica, the coach behind The Less Stressed Mom, a program designed to help working moms achieve more balance, feel fulfilled, and finally break free from stress, overwhelm, and guilt.

🙋🏻‍♀️ As a single mom by choice to a 10-year-old daughter, an immigrant living in Canada (and proudly Canadian!), with no family nearby, a full-time tech job, and running my own business, I get how overwhelming life can be.

🤩 Oh, and did I mention I have two rescue dogs and love hiking?

🥴 Juggling all the things isn’t easy, but I’ve learned how to create a life that actually works for me without burnout, guilt, or feeling like I’ve lost myself.

That’s why I created The Less Stressed Mom, built on 4 core pillars:

✨ Work-Life Balance - so you’re not constantly choosing between career and family.
⏳ Time Management - get more of what matters done with less stress (and avoid decision fatigue!).
🔥 Burnout Recovery - feel more energized, resilient, and in control.
💖 Rediscovering Yourself - because you’re more than just a mom.

🙌🏼 I know it’s possible to manage work, motherhood, and everything in between without losing yourself because I’ve done it.

Imagine a life where...

✨ You wake up feeling in control of your time. Excited for the day, not dreading it.
✨ Your mornings are calm and smooth, not like a nonstop episode of The Amazing Race.
✨ You finally have time for the things that light you up.
✨ You're fully present for those little magical moments that make it all worth it.

🤯 It’s not about doing more. It’s about focusing on what truly matters in a way that works for you.

And I can help you get there.

💥 If you’re done with the overwhelm and ready to take back control and have more fun, let’s make it happen!

🎇 Comment "ME" to book a 1:1 consult to create a life you don’t need a break from.

🥳 Victoria saw results after just ONE session!

She was ready for change and knew a new job was part of that journey. But something was holding her back.

In just one session, we uncovered what was keeping her stuck and gave her simple techniques to move forward.

💥 Because there's one thing we preach here: work shouldn’t be your whole life.

💖 If you’re ready to create a life you love without all the stress, book a 1:1 consult to see how The Less Stressed Mom program can help you.

👀 Here’s how to start your day on the right foot.

🥴 Let’s be real, mornings can feel chaotic, especially as a working mom.

🙈 If you’re waking up already feeling behind, skipping breakfast, and scrambling to get out the door, that frantic energy follows you all day.

🔥 Planning ahead is CRUCIAL! And it starts the night before.

✅ Lay out your gym clothes in the bathroom.
✅ Set up the coffee so all you have to do is press a button.
✅ Go to bed early so you actually wake up refreshed.
✅ Give yourself a few extra minutes in the morning.

☕ And for f@rk’s sake, enjoy your damn coffee!

💪🏼 Even 5 minutes of quiet time can help you feel grounded and in control.

💥 Your brain will try to convince you that you don’t have time, but trust me, you do. You just need a plan.

To create a life that works without the hustle, you need to be intentional with your time. Together we will...

✨ Do a time audit to drop what’s not aligned with your priorities.
✨ Create a morning routine that supports your day.
✨ Plan ahead so you can be in control of your time and avoid distractions & decision fatigue.
✨ Build a toolbox of stress-busting strategies for when life is "lifeing".

🎊 Ready to stop the overwhelm cycle? Comment “ME” to book a consult to take your mornings back without compromising your well-being.

✨ Build a toolbox of stress-busting strategies for when life's life is.

😳 Feeling overwhelmed? I get It. That used to be me too.

I used to feel like I was running in circles, constantly busy but never really getting anywhere.

🙈 Work never really stopped 👉🏼 at the office, at home, in my head.

❌ There was never time to just chill and relax.

💀 I thought this was just how life was for a working mom.

💥 Until I realized I was spending my days doing things that didn’t actually matter to me. 😳

So I made a few changes…

🔥 I got clear on my priorities.
💃🏻 Became intentional with my time.
🙌🏼 Created a simple plan that actually worked.

And the result?

✨ No more scrambling.
✨ No more decision fatigue.
✨ Less of what didn’t matter.
✨ More time for what does.

🥳 The best part? I did it WITHOUT the hustle.

💖 A shift that put me back in control and made life SO much more enjoyable.

If this sounds all too familiar, let’s change that.

🔥 Follow me if you want more joy and fun in your life!