In this soul-soaked episode of Paddle Forward, Anacani Walters explores the deeper layers of heat exhaustion—not just physical, but mental, emotional, and energetic. Sharing a real-life moment from the Okinawa zoo (hello, toddler meltdown in the sun 🌞), she walks you through how to listen to your body like you would your child—before it’s in crisis mode. Whether you’re a paddleboard beginner or just trying to parent through a sticky summer, this episode will help you create real-time tools for hydration, breath, self-regulation, and radical preparation. This episode is for: Mamas running hot, fast, and overwhelmed Women pushing through burnout (and needing permission to pause) SUP-curious souls wondering how to start with confidence ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: [00:00:00] Intro: It doesn’t take a crisis to be exhausted[00:01:13] Splash pad story: Toddler meltdowns + Bento wins[00:02:27] Signs of heat exhaustion you might be missing[00:03:31] SUP as a safety model for everyday life[00:04:08] The body is a body of water—stop treating it like a robot[00:05:19] Hydration, meals, rest: A 3-point body check-in[00:06:10] Call to care: Free guides, support, and final Okinawa summer sessions[00:07:22] Wrap-up: Ocean wisdom, mermaid mantras, and your seasonal shift 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES 🧜🏽‍♀️ Free SUP Confidence Booster GuideFeel safer and more empowered on the water—even if you’re nervous, new, or not sure you “fit the mold.”👉 https://phatmermaids.com/sup-confidence 🧘🏽‍♀️ Staying Sane as a Busy Parent GuideDaily mindset & energy reset tips for moms juggling summer heat, toddler meltdowns, and identity shifts.→ Get it inside the EmpowerHER Mama Collective FB group👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/empowerhermamacollective 📍 Okinawa Friends: Let’s Paddle Together!This is my final summer offering in-person stand-up paddleboard lessons on island. Book now!👉 https://phatmermaids.com 📲 Let’s Stay ConnectedIG (SUP Life & Mermaid Magic): @phatmermaidsIG (Personal + Matrescence): @anacaniwaltersPodcast: https://anacaniwalters.podbean.com