Stop Yelling At Your Kids with the 'From Stretched to Steady' Mini-course for Overwhelmed Parents
Find Your Calm in the Middle of Raising Kids, Working, and Managing Everything Else.
This mini-course will help you quiet your thoughts, refill your energy, and respond more calmly.
What You’ll Feel and Do After This Mini-Course:
Get into bed at night and actually fall asleep, instead of replaying every worry on a loop until 2 a.m.
Catch yourself before you snap at your kid over something small and instead choose to respond calmly
Tuck your kids into bed and be fully present not mentally running through tomorrow's schedule
See your parent's name on your phone without your stomach dropping
Imagine feeling steady and in control...
even when work, kids, and your parents all need you at once.
If you've ever thought:
"How do I show up for everyone when I have nothing left?"
"I'm trying so hard to not yell, and I yelled three times before breakfast."
"How do I look like I have it together at work when I'm barely holding on?"
"It's so hard to stop replaying the same conversation over and over."
"I don't know how to stay calm when my kid is melting down."
"I just want to feel like myself again."
You're not alone.
Most working parents feel overwhelmed, guilty, and depleted.
Not because they're not trying hard enough.
But because this season requires different strategies that aren't saying yes to everything at work and at home, pushing through exhaustion, or trying to prove you can handle it all by yourself.
No one ever taught you how to refill your emotional tank before it runs dry, contain racing thoughts, or protect you from other people's emotions and reactions.
You're not broken.
You deserve tools that actually work for your reality.
I created this mini-course because I know what it's like to be where you are.
When my dad's cancer came back, I was a working mom trying to be present with my toddler, show up at work like I had it together, be a decent wife, and support my parents through my dad's illness.
It was so hard - every single day.
And I kept thinking: Why can't I figure this out? Does it have to be this hard?
I love supporting working parents. I see how incredibly difficult this season of raising kids while still working, connecting with your partner, supporting aging parents and trying not to lose yourself completely in the process.
I wanted something simple that actually worked in the middle of real life and not another impossible routine.
That's exactly why I created From Stretched to Steady.
You need practical ways to refill your energy before you hit empty, quiet the mental noise that keeps you up at night, and protect your calm when everyone around you needs something. And do this without guilt, without adding more to your plate, and without waiting for life to get easier first.
Here's what you'll be able to do:
✓ Be present with your kids without your mind replaying work stress
✓ Refill your energy in 15 minutes a day (no spa appointments or major life overhaul)
✓ Respond with clarity and calm when everyone needs you at once
✓ Feel steady again—not perfect, not balanced, just steady
It's simple and it actually works. Here's how:
Step 1: Add to Toolbox
You'll learn three different methods to try out: The Pitcher Method, The Container Method, and The Bubble Wrap Method
Step 2: Practice The Tools
Try out each method in different scenarios to see what works better for you and when some tools work better for that moment
Step 3: Gain Confidence
Discover which methods help you stay calm and respond without yelling - even during the chaos of every day life
Video Lessons + Printable Workbook
Your Life Needs this Reset
... WHETHER YOU WANT to Feel Steady or Respond More Calmly
Because calm isn’t about having less chaos, it’s about knowing how to steady yourself in the middle of it.
You need these practical strategies to manage overwhelm
I created this mini-course because I lived it. Raising my toddler while my dad went through cancer treatment was so very hard. And I'm a clinical social worker with 20 years of experience helping families through crisis. If I was struggling, I knew other parents were too. These tools actually help in the real world. They're not perfect, but they work. And you don't have to power through this alone.
You need a realistic way to refill your energy that fits into your actual life.
You need to quiet your racing thoughts so you can focus as well as sleep.
In a world of constant demands and nonstop chaos, you need tools to respond more calmly instead of snapping at the people you love.
You need to feel steady again, even when life doesn't slow down.
Without adding more to your plate
Without waiting for life to get easier
Without needing to be perfect
Most people think they just need to try harder or be stronger. But the truth is, you need a different approach designed for working parents caring juggling so much at once.
I built you "From Stretched to Steady," centered around three simple methods that work in 15 minutes or less, right in the middle of your chaos.
This is the framework behind the work I do with my private clients to help them stop the overwhelm spiral and feel steady again.
Say hello to responding without yelling and feeling more like yourself.
These simple tools are where calm starts - right in the middle of your real life.
Click below to get instant access for $37
Parents Who Stopped Yelling and Started Feeling Steady
Real stories from people juggling kids, careers, and aging parents just like you.
These parents didn’t need a life overhaul — just the right tools.
"I kept telling myself to just power through, but I was running on fumes. Learning to check in on my pitcher when I brush my teeth helps me plan for some ways to fill back up throughout the day or bigger plans for the weekend. Even though it's so hard to manage three kids and my mom's diabetes, I feel more in control of how I respond."
-Mom of 3
"I was snapping at my kids over the smallest things and hating myself for it. Now I catch myself before I'm completely empty and actually do something to refill. My kids have noticed I'm not yelling as much, which feels really good."
-Mom of 2
"My mom's dementia was taking up all my patience, and I didn't have any left for my kids or wife. Once I learned how to protect my own energy, I could actually connect with my family without snapping."
-Dad of 2
"I couldn't shut my brain off at night. I'd replay every conversation with my mom and my sisters about mom's breast cancer treatment, plus normal worry about my kids. I really thought the container method wouldn't work. Shockingly, it did. I don't use it every day anymore but I know how to use it when things get overwhelming again."
-Mom of 3
Here's Exactly What You Get in 'From Stretched to Steady'
You don’t need a long course or a complicated system. You just need a few simple, practical tools that fit into your real life.
Inside this mini-course, you’ll find everything you need to start feeling calmer, clearer, and more in control - even when life refuses to slow down.
What's Included:
The Pitcher Method Video Lesson (under 15 minutes)
The Container Method Video Lesson (under 15 minutes)
The Bubble Wrap Method Video Lesson (under 15 minutes)
Bonus Video: The Game Show Method
This lighthearted tool helps you put emotional distance around difficult people or situations.
Printable Workbook
Your companion guide with reflection prompts and simple steps you can return to anytime. Not a workbook person? No worries - the videos will give you everything you need.
Mini Practice Prompts
Quick exercises to use the tools in real time—like during your morning routine, on your commute, or right before bed.
Quick Refills Guide and Refill Planner Template
A gentle guide to help you find realistic ways to restore your energy, no matter how full your plate is.
Access for 60 days
You can finish the program in an hour or break it into smaller chunks. Since there is value in reviewing any new tool you're learning, you'll have access for 60 days. Return to any lesson whenever you're feeling overwhelmed.
BONUS: THE GAME SHOW METHOD
Put Emotional Distance Between You and the Drama
You already have enough on your plate, so I wanted to give you something extra to make those really tough moments a little easier — and maybe even a little funny.
Not sure how to stay calm when certain people push your buttons?
I got you.
Maybe it’s the family member who hands out backhanded compliments like candy.
Or the aunt with a new ailment every week.
Or your brother who somehow turns every conversation into a pitch for his next big idea.
You can’t control what other people say or do, but you can protect your own calm.
That’s where The Game Show Method comes in.
In this lighthearted bonus video, I’ll show you how to turn those triggering moments into a mental “game show” where you stay in control. You’ll learn how to:
- Keep your cool when someone presses your buttons
- Create emotional distance without guilt or confrontation
- Respond with calm instead of getting pulled into the drama
It’s practical, a little funny, and surprisingly freeing. It's the kind of reset you’ll actually want to use before the next family gathering.
Included free when you purchase 'From Stretched to Steady'
You’ll be surprised how often you’ll use it, especially before family gatherings or tough conversations.
$20 FREE*
*when you purchase today
Got questions? You’re not the only one. Here are a few things people often ask before they start their own reset.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this actually take?
The three core video lessons total about 30 minutes, and you can watch them all at once or spread them out over a week. The workbook exercises take 10-15 minutes and are designed to fit into your real life—during your morning coffee, on your lunch break, or before bed.
What if I don't have time to add one more thing?
That's exactly why I created this. These aren't time-consuming practices that require you to rearrange your life. The tools take 5-15 minutes and work in the middle of your actual day—between meetings, in the car, or while you're getting ready in the morning.
Will this really help me stop yelling?
These tools won't make you perfect, but they will help you catch yourself before you're completely empty and respond more calmly. You'll learn to notice the signs earlier and refill your energy before you hit that breaking point where yelling feels like the only option.
Do I need to do all the exercises?
Nope. Try each method and see what works for you. Some people use the Pitcher Method every morning, others rely on the Container Method when things get overwhelming. You get to choose what fits your life.
How long do I have access?
You can finish the program in an hour or break it into smaller chunks. Since there is value in reviewing any new tool you're learning, you'll have access for 60 days. Return to any lesson whenever you're feeling overwhelmed.
What if my situation is different/more complicated?
The methods in this course are flexible and designed to adapt to your specific life. Whether you're dealing with a parent's chronic illness, dementia, distance caregiving, blended family dynamics, or anything else—these tools help you manage your emotional energy no matter what your situation looks like.
Hey there! I'm Joni
I've been exactly where you are in caring for my toddler while navigating my father's cancer journey. I felt like I was failing everyone despite many years of experience helping families navigate medical crises and life's most complex transitions.
That personal journey, marked by emotional intensity and logistical overwhelm, taught me that my professional training wasn't enough to prepare me for actually juggling parenting while caring for my aging parents. I had to learn new strategies, and they changed everything. I wish I'd known these tools before things got really hard. That's why I teach them to parents who are feeling the strain building, so you can get ahead of the overwhelm instead of just surviving it.
Now I help other parents in this impossible position move from surviving to thriving. Through my coaching programs, courses, and consulting, I share the practical tools and emotional strategies that actually work in the messy reality of family life. My dual perspective as both clinician and caregiver gives me a gift for turning complex emotional terrain into clear, actionable guidance.
From Stretched to Steady Mini-Course
$37 USD
The Pitcher Method Video Lesson
The Container Method Video Lesson
The Bubble Wrap Method Video Lesson
Bonus Video: The Game Show Method
This lighthearted tool helps you put emotional distance around difficult people or situations.
Printable Workbook
Your companion guide with reflection prompts and simple steps you can return to anytime. Not a workbook person? No worries - the videos will give you everything you need.
Mini Practice Prompts
Quick exercises to use the tools in real time—like during your morning routine, on your commute, or right before bed.
Quick Refills Guide and Refill Planner Template
A gentle guide to help you find realistic ways to restore your energy, no matter how full your plate is.
Access for 60 days
Return to any lesson whenever you need a reset during the 60 days.
You don’t need a long break, a perfect plan, or a totally calm house to start feeling better. You just need a few tools that actually fit into your real life. And that’s exactly what From Stretched to Steady gives you.
