Crocheting Through Emotions | Anxiety Relief, Self Care, Creative Hobbies

Sigoni Macaroni - Crochet Instructor & Mental Health Advocate

** TOP 2% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST ** Motherhood is beautiful—but it can also feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in anxious thoughts, weighed down by perfectionism, or craving a slower, more intentional way of living, you are not alone. Crocheting Through Emotions is a cozy podcast for moms who want to improve their mental health, reduce anxiety, and renew their mindset in everyday life. Each episode offers practical tools and gentle encouragement for overcoming overwhelm, managing stress, and shifting thought patterns. Here, you’ll discover how creativity—like crochet, journaling, and reading—can become powerful outlets for emotional healing, self-expression, and stress relief. Together, we’ll explore how small, simple steps create big transformation: letting go of perfectionism, finding joy in the present, and learning to live with more peace and clarity. Hi, friend! I'm Sigoni; military spouse, mom of 3, and recovering anxious perfectionist. For years I tried everything - self help books, productivity hacks, and organization systems while juggling family, home, and business. But behind the scenes, I was battling overwhelm, anxiety, depression, and burnout. My body was present, but my mind was always somewhere else. It wasn't until I stopped chasing what worked for everyone else and started looking inward that things began to change. I learned how to spot triggers, manage my anxiety, let go of perfectionism, and reconnect with God - all while using crochet and other hobbies to stay grounded, practice mindfulness, and relieve stress.  Now, life isn't perfect (and never will be), but I finally feel less stressed, more calm, and living each moment in the present. On Crocheting Through Emotions, you will learn how to regain control of your mental health so you can live a slower, simpler life filled with curiosity, compassion, and confidence. If you are tired of going through the motions, drowning in stress, and feeling paralyzed by overwhelm, this is the podcast for you. Grab your yarn, or just a quiet moment for yourself. It’s time to stop going through the motions and start crocheting through those emotions - one stitch at a time.

  1. 11/28/2025

    15 // Crocheting in the Dark - Mystery Crochet Along #2

    Hey friend, Welcome to another episode of Crocheting in the Dark where you get to crochet blindfolded! ...Okay, not literally but if you’ve ever participated in a Mystery CAL, it’s the same idea. I’m going to read off a pattern and you’re going to follow along not knowing anything about what you’re going to make... Intriguing right? If you are brand new to crochet, I highly recommend following my 7 Day Learn to Crochet Challenge first (its free!). You can sign up here: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/7-day-learn-to-crochet-challenge-2/ If you already have a grasp on the single and double crochet stitches, this pattern is very beginner friendly.  Go grab some yarn and a coordinating crochet hook, we're about to Crochet for Curiosity! After you listen to this episode, join my free Facebook group where you will find the photo of today's mystery project in the featured section labeled "Crocheting in the Dark: Mystery CAL #2". Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast if you don't want to miss any future Crocheting in the Dark mystery patterns. Try this Crocheting in the Dark episode next: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/8-crocheting-in-the-dark-for-curiosity-and/id1732882754?i=1000731152567   Next Steps: I would love for you to submit a written review on Apple Podcasts! ❤️ Click on the podcast title below and scroll all the way down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and then click the purple text that says "Write a Review". I love hearing from you! Listen and crochet along with one of my FREE PATTERNS: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/crochet-pattern-index/ Join my Weekly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/sigoni-macaroni-general-newsletter Join my FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecrochetdybunch

    11 min
  2. 11/14/2025

    13 // How to Crochet Gifts for Christmas Without the Stress: 7 Tips to Reduce Guilt and Overwhelm

    Do you ever feel guilty for not finishing crochet gifts on time — or overwhelmed trying to make something perfect for someone else? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about how to crochet gifts for Christmas without the stress and how to reduce the guilt and overwhelm that can sneak into your craft. You’ll learn 7 simple tips to help you: Set healthy boundaries and say “no” without guilt Crochet handmade gifts without deadlines or pressure Balance projects for others with fun makes just for you Reconnect with the joy and peace crochet is meant to bring Whether you’re a beginner or a long-time maker, this episode will help you fall back in love with your craft on your terms. Grab your hook and your latest WIP, let's crochet through those emotions.   I would love for you to submit a written review on Apple Podcasts! ❤️ Click on the podcast title below and scroll all the way down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and then click the purple text that says "Write a Review". I love hearing from you! Take my FREE 7-day Learn to Crochet Challenge: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/7-day-learn-to-crochet-challenge-2/ Listen and crochet along with one of my FREE PATTERNS: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/crochet-pattern-index/ Join my Weekly Newsletter (you'll be a sent a link to join the Facebook group too!): https://www.subscribepage.com/sigoni-macaroni-general-newsletter

    18 min
  3. 10/31/2025

    11 // How Crochet Heals the Mind: The Science Behind Why It’s Good for Your Brain, Anxiety, and Mood

    If you’ve ever picked up your crochet hook and instantly felt calmer, you’re not imagining it. Crochet isn’t just a creative hobby — it’s a powerful form of self-care that can calm anxiety, ease depression, reduce stress, and even support your brain health. Yes, you heard that right! It’s one of those rare activities that helps your mind, body, and soul all at once — and science is finally starting to explain why. Just a heads up, I did a LOT of research when preparing for this episode so if I sound all scientific-y, that’s why. In today’s episode, I’m going to share studies that prove that crochet and other crafts are good for your brain and  how it can relieve stress, anxiety, and even depression. Resources Mentioned:  Take my FREE 7-day Learn to Crochet Challenge: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/7-day-learn-to-crochet-challenge-2/ Or sign up for the FREE 14-Day Masterclass: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/learn-to-crochet-masterclass-free-online-class/ Crochet & Brain Health: https://neurologymindcare.com/blog/crochet-and-brain-health/ Crochet Increases Focus (2025 Study): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11790931/ Crochet & Depression (2025 Study): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12247064/     I would love for you to submit a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcasts! ❤️ Click on the podcast title below and scroll all the way down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and then click the purple text that says "Write a Review". I love hearing from you!   Take my FREE 7-day Learn to Crochet Challenge: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/7-day-learn-to-crochet-challenge-2/ Listen and crochet along with one of my FREE PATTERNS: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/crochet-pattern-index/ Join my Weekly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/sigoni-macaroni-general-newsletter

    13 min
  4. 10/24/2025

    10 // Understanding Anxiety: The Reason You Think You're Not Good Enough

    Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m just not good enough”? In this episode, we’re diving into how anxiety actually works, why it tries to “protect” us by overthinking everything, and how those anxious thoughts can quietly shape the way we see ourselves. Using the movie Inside Out 2 as a visual example, I share what happens when anxiety takes over and starts rewriting our core beliefs.  We’ll talk about how that happens, what it means for your sense of self, and how to gently take back control by befriending your emotions instead of fighting them. If you’ve ever struggled with perfectionism, overthinking, or feeling like you’re losing touch with who you really are, this episode will help you see anxiety in a new light - not as the enemy, but as a part of you that just needs a little understanding. Resources Mentioned:  Inside Out 2 - the movie *Unwinding Anxiety by Dr. Judd Brewer (affiliate links are marked with a *)   I would love for you to submit a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcasts! ❤️ Click on the podcast title below and scroll all the way down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and then click the purple text that says "Write a Review". I love hearing from you!   Take my FREE 7-day Learn to Crochet Challenge: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/7-day-learn-to-crochet-challenge-2/ Listen and crochet along with one of my FREE PATTERNS: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/crochet-pattern-index/ Join my Weekly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/sigoni-macaroni-general-newsletter

    12 min
  5. 10/17/2025

    9 // How to Discover and Live Out Your Values & Why it Changes EVERYTHING

    Hey friend, If you want to live a life you love, knowing your values is a good place to start. If you don't know your values (or you don't follow them) you could feel incomplete; like something's missing, or that you've lost your identity. When I became a mom, my identity shifted to solely being a mom. Everything I did was to contribute to that purpose. And later I'll explain how I fell into a depression because of it - not because of being a mom but because of the mindset I had. In today's episode, we will talk about: what values are and how to determine your own how living by other people's values can cause depression 4 questions to ask yourself to know what truly matters to you how to start living by your values I hope you enjoy today's episode!   Next Steps: I would love for you to submit a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcasts! ❤️ Click on the podcast title below and scroll all the way down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and then click the purple text that says "Write a Review". I love hearing from you! Take my FREE 7-day Learn to Crochet Challenge: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/7-day-learn-to-crochet-challenge-2/ Listen and crochet along with one of my FREE PATTERNS: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/crochet-pattern-index/ Join my Weekly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/sigoni-macaroni-general-newsletter Join my FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecrochetdybunch

    15 min

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** TOP 2% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST ** Motherhood is beautiful—but it can also feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in anxious thoughts, weighed down by perfectionism, or craving a slower, more intentional way of living, you are not alone. Crocheting Through Emotions is a cozy podcast for moms who want to improve their mental health, reduce anxiety, and renew their mindset in everyday life. Each episode offers practical tools and gentle encouragement for overcoming overwhelm, managing stress, and shifting thought patterns. Here, you’ll discover how creativity—like crochet, journaling, and reading—can become powerful outlets for emotional healing, self-expression, and stress relief. Together, we’ll explore how small, simple steps create big transformation: letting go of perfectionism, finding joy in the present, and learning to live with more peace and clarity. Hi, friend! I'm Sigoni; military spouse, mom of 3, and recovering anxious perfectionist. For years I tried everything - self help books, productivity hacks, and organization systems while juggling family, home, and business. But behind the scenes, I was battling overwhelm, anxiety, depression, and burnout. My body was present, but my mind was always somewhere else. It wasn't until I stopped chasing what worked for everyone else and started looking inward that things began to change. I learned how to spot triggers, manage my anxiety, let go of perfectionism, and reconnect with God - all while using crochet and other hobbies to stay grounded, practice mindfulness, and relieve stress.  Now, life isn't perfect (and never will be), but I finally feel less stressed, more calm, and living each moment in the present. On Crocheting Through Emotions, you will learn how to regain control of your mental health so you can live a slower, simpler life filled with curiosity, compassion, and confidence. If you are tired of going through the motions, drowning in stress, and feeling paralyzed by overwhelm, this is the podcast for you. Grab your yarn, or just a quiet moment for yourself. It’s time to stop going through the motions and start crocheting through those emotions - one stitch at a time.