Episodes 203
Avg. Duration 36m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (6)
Since Oct 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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You’re juggling work, family, and everything in between—and it can be a lot. The Juggle is Real is your weekly dose of strategies, mindset shifts, and honest conversations to help you stress less and enjoy more. Host Andryanna Gonko, an educator and mom of three, shares real-life insights, expert advice, and proven tools on topics that matter, so you can create a life that feels lighter and more fulfilling. Because 'balance' isn’t about doing it all—it’s about doing what matters most. Tune in for the fresh takes you didn't know you needed to actually embrace and enjoy this stage of life.

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Swedish Death Cleaning: The Mental Load of Clutter (and What to Let Go of Before Summer) | E203

Jun 09, 2026 34m

Summer is almost here, and for many of us, the garage is overflowing, the closets are packed, the kids' artwork is piling up and the mental load of managing it all feels heavier than ever.In this…

June Brain: It's Mental OVERload Month (and Planning for a Summer that Feels Better) | E202

Jun 03, 2026 30m

June is one of the most mentally exhausting months of the year for families.Between school events, sports, concerts, graduations, field trips, summer planning, and the endless stream of emails,…

ADHD in Kids: What Parents Are Misunderstanding and What Actually Helps with Shannon from Keep It Playful Parenting | E201

May 27, 2026 55m

In this episode, Andryanna sits down with Shannon Kalinka from Keep It Playful Parenting for a deeply validating and practical conversation about ADHD in children, nervous system regulation,…

The Juggle Is Still Real: What 200 Episodes Taught Me About What Women Actually Need | E200

May 19, 2026 24m

For the 200th episode of The Juggle is Real, Andryanna reflects on the biggest themes, patterns, and truths that have emerged after years of conversations about modern womanhood, stress,…

Why Women Feel Emotionally Flat Right Now (and What We’re Actually Craving) | E199

May 12, 2026 22m

In this solo episode, Andryanna reflects on a recent time away with friends and why it felt more restorative than many current wellness trends and routines.From female friendship and dancing to…

Health Trends Decoded: What’s Real, What’s Neutral & What’s Just Hype with Dr. Danielle Watson | E198

May 06, 2026 52m

In this episode, Andryanna welcomes back naturopathic doctor Danielle Watson, to cut through the noise in today’s health and wellness space.From cortisol and hormone testing to collagen, creatine,…

The “Three-Hour Mom” Debate: What We’re Actually Arguing About | E197

Apr 28, 2026 18m

In this episode, Andryanna unpacks the viral “three-hour mom” debate and why it's striking such a nerve for so many women. What started as one comment from Emma Grede about the time she spends with…

Tired of Being Tired: 4 Women's Health Check-Ins that Actually Matter this Spring | E196

Apr 21, 2026 30m

If you’ve been feeling more tired than usual, a little foggy, or just not quite like yourself, this episode is your reminder to stop brushing it off.In this solo episode, Andryanna shares a grounded…

Roommate Syndrome: The Invisible Disconnect in Modern Relationships (and How to Shift It) with Monica Tanner | E195

Apr 14, 2026 1h 3m

If your relationship feels off but nothing is “wrong,” you’re not alone. In this episode, Andryanna sits down with relationship coach Monica Tanner to explore why couples feel disconnected, how…

Japanese Walking: The Simple Spring Fitness Shift That Actually Works | E194

Apr 07, 2026 19m

If you’ve been feeling the pressure to “get back on track” this spring, this episode offers a simpler way in.Not more intensity… just a smarter approach.Spring often brings pressure to move more, do…

Why You Overthink and Second-Guess (and How to Trust Yourself Again) with Alanna Banks | E193

Mar 31, 2026 54m

If you find yourself overthinking, second-guessing your decisions, or constantly questioning what you feel… this episode offers a powerful reframe.Because what if those patterns aren’t a lack of…

The Spring Reset You Actually Need: Clean Up Your Mental Load & Feel Lighter | E192

Mar 25, 2026 24m

Feeling stretched thin this season? This episode breaks down how to reset your life in a way that actually creates space, by clearing mental load, simplifying your commitments, and letting go of…

Parenting Through Play: The Missing Link Between Discipline and Connection w Dr. Kim Van Dusen | E191

Mar 17, 2026 55m

In this episode, Andryanna sits down with Dr. Kim Van Dusen, licensed marriage and family therapist, registered play therapist, professor, and author of the upcoming book Parenting Through Play:…

How I Built What Didn’t Exist: Burnout, Small Steps & Rewriting My Path | E190

Mar 10, 2026 25m

After last week’s International Women’s Day panel episode on Building What Didn’t Exist, Andryanna reflects on how that theme has played out in her own life.In this personal solo episode, she shares…

Building What Didn’t Exist: Women Reshaping Work, Care & Community | IWD 2026 Panel | E189

Mar 05, 2026 52m

In this special International Women’s Day 2026 panel episode, Andryanna brings together five women who are building businesses, reshaping industries, and creating the systems they once wished…

Navigating Mother-in-Law Dynamics with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish: Understanding Triangles, Boundaries & Family Systems | E188

Feb 24, 2026 1h 1m

In this episode, Andryanna is joined by clinical psychologist and couples therapist Dr. Tracy Dalgleish to unpack one of the most common (and emotionally charged) stressors in marriage: mother-in-law…

The Relationship Between Energy & Capacity: Stop Coping. Start Raising Your Baseline

Feb 17, 2026 20m

Mid-February often brings a subtle heaviness — not necessarily burnout or crisis, but accumulation.In this episode, Andryanna explores the difference between energy and capacity, why resentment is…

Behaviour Is Communication: Parenting Tools That Actually Work (at Home + School) with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau | 186

Feb 10, 2026 1h 1m

In this insightful and practical conversation, Andryanna sits down with behaviourist and sensory specialist Dr. Bethany Bilodeau (Dr. B) to explore what’s really happening underneath children/teen…

Self-Trust Is the New Self-Love: Body Literacy, Self-Consideration & How to Read Your Signals | E185

Feb 03, 2026 30m

In a world where “self-love” has become a cliché, this episode offers a fresh and realistic take: self-trust is the new self-love.Andryanna explores how self-trust is built through small, repeatable…

How to Get Motivated in January: Clarity, Direction & Small Brave Moves (Gentle January Series Finale)

Jan 27, 2026 39m

In this Gentle January series finale, Andryanna shares a refreshing, research-backed approach to motivation that doesn’t rely on hustle or perfection. Instead of forcing clarity before taking action,…

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