What to Do When You Feel Overbooked and Overwhelmed with Tara Sun

Real Talk with Rachel Awtrey

Rachel Awtrey

Christianity, Religion & Spirituality, Society & Culture, Personal Journals, Relationships

5 • 647 Ratings

🗓️ 7 August 2025

⏱️ 35 minutes

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What if rest wasn’t a reward—but the way through your overwhelm? In this honest and hope-filled episode, Rachel sits down with speaker and author Tara Sun to talk about what it really looks like to live a present, peaceful, and purpose-driven life without burning out. Together they unpack the reality so many women face: juggling faith, motherhood, work, and big dreams—while feeling overbooked and overwhelmed. Tara shares her personal journey of hitting a breaking point, how God met her there, and why the gospel isn’t about hustle—it’s about abiding. You’ll walk away with practical tools to evaluate what truly belongs in your life, how to set godly priorities, and what to do when you’re drowning in good things but still feel empty. Whether you're racing through life at 100mph or just craving more margin and meaning, this episode is your reminder that Jesus isn’t asking you to do it all—He’s asking you to walk with Him. ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: ⁠https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A⁠ CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/realtalkpodcast https://www.instagram.com/rachel.awtrey/ CONTACT: [email protected] This video/podcast may contain affiliate links, sponsorships, or products I’ve received for free. I only share things I truly love and think will bring you value. If you purchase through my links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! ADVERTISE ON THE SHOW: To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show’s next Presenting Sponsor, please send an email to [email protected] or those at That Sounds Fun Network. EPISODE CREDITS: Podcast Cover Photography: Jay Barr Photography Production by Phillip and Cait Howard by Amplify Boutique Intro Music: "Luxurious" by Sunny Tones DISCLAIMERS: The views and opinions expressed in each episode are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host and team or the owner of this Intellectual Property. This podcast is not an authority of legal advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek professional counsel with regard to their brand, business, and otherwise. We all hope you enjoy and find value in each episode. Many of the product and service promotions in each episode are under the negotiated terms of affiliate or sponsorship agreements. If a link is clicked and a purchase is made, an affiliate commission may be received. However, we recommend products or services that we personally endorse and believe may be beneficial to others. This information is disclosed in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:30.9	welcome back to another episode of real talk with rachel ottery where i love helping you
0:35.7	delight in life and find joy right where you are and this is going to be a very fun conversation because I have a actual real life friend. And I can say that we actually met in real life. What was that? Like a year and a, well, two years ago. Was it too? So first time, if gathering, second time she speaks. Charlotte. Yes. That's right. Is that?
0:57.1	Is that it? I feel like there was another time. That's probably. I think that was it. But you know those
1:01.4	friends that you're like, no, surely we've met, we've like hung out more than we actually have. Yeah, yeah. No, for
1:06.8	sure. But I think what was fun was because if Gathering was really quick, but then she speaks,
1:11.5	we got to, like, go to coffee with Emily.
1:13.5	We got to, like, hang out.
1:15.5	I got to ride in Thomas's truck with you guys.
1:18.3	Like, it was a blast.
1:20.3	So I feel like we have spent so much time together.
1:23.9	And so this is so fun.
1:26.2	Yeah.
1:26.6	This is so fun.
1:33.7	Yeah. This is so fun. Now, I feel like we've walked through a lot together. We've walked through just life podcast, motherhood. Yeah. And now book world. Yeah.
1:41.8	But before we keep going, I need to actually introduce you to my friends
1:44.4	are listening. Guys, this is my friend Tara. Hello. Tarison Snyder. She is just a dear friend.
1:52.0	I feel like when you meet friends from work, anyone listening, I feel like gets this. But like when
1:58.5	you meet a friend from work or a friend in the industry that you do stuff in or a mom friend and you're like, okay, we have a lot more in common than just the fact that we work together or do the same thing or both have kids. Like there's just this really cool bond that happens. And that is what I feel like happened here with you. So yeah. You came on the show before. I did. This was like two years ago. It was like our original first date. Oh, yes. Okay. Yes. Talking about surrender your story. First book, baby. Yes. That's right. Yes. And that was really fun. That was really cool. We've come a long way. Both you and I. Yeah. A lot of life has happened. Oh my goodness. Like more books,
2:37.2	but like I had another baby. I have two boys just like Rachel now, a lot of stuff. Yeah,
2:43.6	no, there's just been a lot. And I'm really grateful, but it also kind of sometimes feels like a
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