Energy + Hours

If you’ve been trying to “fix” your life with better routines, more discipline, or new systems but you still feel stuck, this episode is your reminder that it’s not a willpower problem. In this conversation, Jill Wright sits down with returning guest Cass Henry to talk about what’s really underneath clutter, procrastination, burnout, and that constant feeling of being dysregulated: masking, nervou...

What if your most productive, brilliant ideas don’t come from pushing harder, but from doing the dishes, knitting, or folding laundry? In this episode of Energy + Hours , I’m joined by neuropsychologist, TEDx speaker, and fellow Canadian Dr. Nicole Byers to talk about the surprising brain science behind efficiency, creativity, and why “old lady hobbies” might be the missing key in your time manage...

Ever wonder why your digital calendar still isn’t keeping you organized? In this episode, I’m coming to you straight from my kitchen (yes, while babysitting boiling potatoes 😅) to break down why ADHD brains, and busy brains in general, benefit massively from using a paper planner alongside digital tools. If you’ve ever felt scattered, late, overwhelmed, or constantly pulled off-task by your phone...

In this solo episode of Energy + Hours , Jill pulls back the curtain and shares the real story behind how she accidentally became a time and energy management expert. From jotting down tools into a Word doc during university, to navigating postpartum depression, business collapse, a child’s diagnosis, and the chaos of early motherhood during a pandemic , Jill reveals how each chapter of her life q...

In this solo episode of Energy + Hours , Jill Wright explores a different way of thinking about productivity; one that has nothing to do with doing more, pushing harder, or expecting yourself to operate like a machine. Instead, this episode is about timing . Jill walks you through how to identify your most productive time of day, how to notice when your energy naturally rises and falls, and how to...

In this New Year’s Day episode of Energy + Hours , Jill explores why traditional New Year’s resolutions and “words of the year” often stop working by February, and what to do instead. This episode is about intention setting that adapts to real life . Jill shares why she plans in 90-day cycles , how structure can coexist with flow, and how to create goals that feel supportive rather than overwhelmi...

What if you didn’t have to force your plans for the year, and instead learned how to read the energy before you decide? In this episode of Energy + Hours, Jill Wright introduces Omen Days, a Celtic tradition observed during the 12 days after Christmas (December 26–January 6), where each day represents a month of the coming year. Rather than rigid goal-setting or hustle-based planning, Omen Days in...

In this episode of Energy + Hours, Jill Wright shares a grounded, comforting take on winter solstice energy. While the holidays can be festive, they can also feel emotionally and energetically intense… and Jill normalizes that experience through a seasonal lens. Drawing from Mellissa Seaman’s Wheel of Wisdom , Jill explains why the “underworld” season often begins in the Fall (around October), and...

The holidays can be magical... and overwhelming — especially for parents juggling schedules, expectations, emotions, and endless to-dos. In this episode of Energy + Hours, Jill shares five simple, doable ways to bring more peace, presence, and spaciousness into the season so you can actually enjoy it rather than just survive it. These are the same tips Jill will be sharing in an upcoming local TV...

The holidays can be magical and they can be overwhelming as hell. Between school theme days, co-parenting logistics, pressure to create memories, social media comparison spirals, and the weight of everyone else’s expectations… it’s a lot. In today’s re-aired conversation from my Grow Like a Mother days, I’m joined by the incredible Jamie Glowacki , bestselling author and host of the Oh Crap Parent...

Today, we’re diving into one of the most important concepts I’ve taught this season — the difference between rest and self-care . This idea came to me in the middle of a conference presentation for moms, and once I shared it, the response was so strong I knew it deserved its own podcast episode. If you’ve ever tried to “self-care your way out of burnout” and wondered why it didn’t work, this episo...

In this short, powerful bite-size episode of Energy + Hours, Jill breaks down the Four P’s of Time Management: a simple but transformational way to understand how to plan, prioritize, personalize, and approach productivity in a more aligned and sustainable way Whether you’re a mom, a business owner, or simply feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate, this episode gives you a clear, supporti...

In this episode of Energy + Hours, Jill dives deep into Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s 7 Types of Rest — an essential framework for anyone heading into the busy holiday season. If you’ve been feeling tired no matter how much you sleep, this conversation will show you why and how to restore your energy using rest beyond just sleep. You’ll also hear: A peek behind Jill’s prep for the MOMentum Conference...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re working more hours just to keep up with your business, this conversation is for you. I’m re-airing a conversation I had in 2024 with Lauren Glynn, a systems, tech, and operations consultant who helps established women entrepreneurs work fewer hours and earn more without the chaos. Drawing on experience with Fortune 500s (think Apple, Whole Foods, Pfizer) and federal...

In this solo episode, Jill Wright, Time Management Expert and creator of the Time Magic™ Planner, shares her Top 10 ADHD-friendly time management strategies - the same ones she just presented on live TV for ADHD Awareness Month. Whether you struggle with time blindness, procrastination, or that “everything is important” spiral, Jill’s neuroscience-backed tips will help you reclaim your focus, redu...

Late diagnosis, time blindness, and the shame spiral - oh my. In this practical, compassionate conversation, I sits down with Laura Webb (Learning Beyond Letters) to unpack ADHD in women and share simple, science-informed tools you can use today . From body doubling and co-working to “radical brain acceptance,” three-week routine cycles, and sensory resets, this one delivers action over overwhelm....

In this re-air, Jill sits down with Sarah Parise, a strength, energy, and self-care coach for moms, to break down the 2% Method: a realistic approach to energy and well-being that takes just 28 minutes a day. You’ll learn how to use micro-movement, easy meal prep, and compassionate mindset shifts to build consistency without burnout. This conversation aligns perfectly with the show’s rebrand to En...

Today I get to unveil the new branding of the Grow Like a Mother podcast: Energy + Hours!! It's the same me, but I felt like a rebrand was needed to really align with the direction the podcast has been headed in, which is sharing time and energy management tips! So today we talk about Spoon Theory as a framework for understanding and managing personal energy. As usual I have my own "take&...

Today, we revisit a powerful conversation with Rachel Newman, now my co-host of the Moms Matter Summit, on time stewardship, the MomME mindset, and simple habits that help busy moms prioritize themselves without guilt. Learn the evening impact journaling practice, 10-minute joy boosters, “leave the four walls” resets, and how to build a village that actually supports you. We're covering: Time...

In this episode of the Grow Like a Mother Podcast, Jill Wright explores the wisdom of the Fall Equinox and how seasonal rhythms can help us find balance, let go, and align our schedules with what really matters. As the days shorten and the light balances with the dark, we’re invited to pause, reset, and shift how we manage our time, energy, and productivity. If you’ve been feeling busy, overwhelme...

In this short and powerful solo episode, Time Management Expert Jill Wright explores how Human Design can reshape the way you approach your calendar, productivity, and daily life. Instead of cramming yourself into rigid systems, Jill explains how understanding your energy type can free you from guilt, reduce burnout, and help you manage time in a way that feels sustainable. Jill shares her own dis...

When the school year kicks off, it’s not just your kids’ schedules that change, your entire life shifts too. In this episode of the Grow Like a Mother Podcast , Jill Wright shares how to navigate seasonal transitions with intention, use the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize effectively, and embrace rest as a secret productivity tool. If you’ve been feeling the chaos of drop-offs, dinner rushes, and...

What does it mean to build a business,and a life, around care? Not just for others, but for yourself? In this episode, I’m joined by Emily Condle , founder of Sage HeadSpa, clinical esthetician, and mom of two. Emily shares her deeply intentional approach to entrepreneurship, wellness, and self-care, and how burnout led her to reimagine the beauty industry from the inside out. We go deep on the re...

This week on the Grow Like a Mother podcast , I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes tour of the small but mighty details that can completely change how your week flows, especially if you’ve struggled to make weekly planning or time management actually work for you. Whether you’re brand new to intentional planning or already have your system in place, this episode will help you discover: ✨ The “magic...

What if the biggest business of your life started in your backyard, with a paintbrush in one hand and a baby bump in the other? That’s exactly how Juliana VanLaanen launched 2MamaBees, a now multi-million-dollar, award-winning company designing eco-friendly children’s playhouses.  In this episode, Juliana shares the raw, behind-the-scenes story of building a national brand while navigating pregnan...