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Creating Calm in the Chaos: Tools to Thrive in Work, Home and Relationships 

There’s a moment many women know too well: sitting at the end of a long day, feeling stretched too thin and wondering how much longer you can keep up the pace. Between career demands, family needs and the endless “shoulds” that fill our calendars, it’s easy to feel consumed by chaos and disconnected from what really matters. 

This month’s Women Connect event is for the women who have ever felt that pull to be everything to everyone while quietly longing for space to breathe. 

Through vulnerability and wisdom, Peace Academy leaders Jana Bruhschwein and Kellie Knodel will share how the principles of the Nurtured Heart Approach® transformed their work, relationships and lives. Their stories remind us that boundaries aren’t walls, but bridges. That saying “no” is sometimes the truest way to say “yes” to yourself. And that calm is not found in perfect balance, but in building a life rooted in clarity, connection and purpose. 

Jana and Kellie, both Advanced Trainers in the Nurtured Heart Approach®, will guide you through an empowering conversation on how to: 

• Set boundaries without guilt 
• Communicate with clarity and confidence 
• Stop fueling negativity and start fostering success 
• Protect your energy while creating deeper connection 

You’ll leave not only with practical tools to reduce stress and strengthen relationships, but also with renewed perspective: that thriving doesn’t come from doing it all, but from building what matters most. 

It’s time to shift from overwhelm to intention, and to create space for the life you want. 

Meet the Speakers 

Jana Bruhschwein is the founder and Executive Director of Peace Academy. Motivated by a strong commitment to high-quality early childhood care, Jana recognized the need for enriched learning environments in the Fargo-Moorhead community and set out to create meaningful change. She leads with passion and purpose, fostering a culture of care and connection among staff, families and ambassadors. Known for her innovative, outside-the-box thinking, Jana continually seeks new ways to support the growth and well-being of children. She is an Advanced Trainer in the Nurtured Heart Approach® and firmly believes that every child deserves to be seen, heard and loved. 

Kellie Knodel holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. With over 15 years of experience as a preschool teacher, Kellie brings a deep understanding of early childhood development to her work. At Peace Academy, she teaches part-time and serves as the Director of Parent Education. Kellie loves incorporating music into the classroom and is passionate about nutrition. She is an Advanced Trainer in the Nurtured Heart Approach®, which she integrates into her work with both parents and children. 

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