211. Turn Down The Noise, How To Quiet The Chaos in a Chronically Overstimulated World with Sarah Boyd

Hey Rainmakers! Chelsey and Stephen here, and if you've ever found yourself—or your kiddos—melting down for no obvious reason, this episode is for you. We’re joined by our good friend and author Sarah Boyd to talk about something we’re all dealing with: overstimulation. Between the screens, the to-do lists, the noise (literal and mental), and everything else life throws our way, it’s easy to feel like your nervous system is stuck in overdrive. Sarah’s new book, Turn Down the Noise, is all about how to recognize overstimulation—not just in our kids, but in ourselves—and how to regulate our stress and calm the chaos without feeling like we have to run away to the mountains (though that sounds kinda nice too 😅). In this episode, she breaks down what overstimulation really is, why it’s not just about loud sounds and bright screens, and how our internal stress plays a huge role in how we react to the world around us. We talk about how tech plays into all this—especially for kids—and why not all screen time is equal. Sarah shares tips for navigating screen use with grace, how to choose calming content, and what to do after screen time to bring everyone back to baseline. Plus, we share some of our own wins and fails in this area, and the simple shifts we’ve made in our home to create more peace. Sarah also opens up about how parents—especially moms—can carve out tiny moments of restoration, even in busy seasons. Whether it’s standing in front of the fridge, drinking a hot cup of tea, or hiding in the bathroom for five quiet minutes (we see you), these strategies are doable and so effective. You’ll walk away from this episode not just feeling seen, but equipped with real tools to turn down the noise in your own life. Links for this episode: http://turndownthenoisebook.com Connect with us: ► Rainmaker Instagram: @therainmakerfamily ► Chelsey Instagram: @chels_diaz ► Stephen Instagram: @steezdiaz ► TikTok: @therainmakerfamily ► Facebook: @diazfamilylegacy ► Website: therainmakerfamily.com   Join Our Next Rainmaker Challenge - How To Make Passive Income From Home: https://therainmakerchallenge.com Save On Our Favorite Things: https://rainmakerfamily.com/deals Watch The Million Dollar Mama Case Study: https://www.makeitrainmomma.com/casestudy   Episode Minute by Minute:  0:00 – Introduction: Overstimulation and the “invisible epidemic” 2:00 – Sarah’s story and the heart behind Turn Down the Noise 5:00 – What overstimulation actually is (and what causes it) 7:00 – Tantrums vs. overstimulation in kids 9:00 – Screen time: how much is too much and how to choose wisely 13:00 – Balancing tech use in school and at home 15:00 – Parasympathetic vs. sympathetic nervous system 101 18:00 – Quick resets for moms: cold water, movement, creative outlets 21:00 – The role of community and connection in calming your nervous system 25:00 – Managing your own screen use with grace 28:00 – Teaching kids emotional awareness using the volcano analogy 34:00 – Creating quiet time boxes and sensory toolkits 36:00 – Where to find Sarah’s book and bonuses