Balanced Working Moms Podcast - ADHD, Productivity, and Time Management

Most people have great intentions. You want to create a routine that sticks. But 99% of the time, no matter how hard you try, your routine never hangs on. What's the secret ingredient that helps you actually keep up with your routine? In this episode, we talk about the one habit that'll not only make your routines stick, but it'll also make your life easier. Show Notes:  The Most Im...

Ever had a day where you were so efficient, you knocked something thing off your to-do list before it became a mini-crisis? Maybe you got the laundry done before the kids were out of socks (a miracle!). Or perhaps you re-filled the fridge before the veggies went limp and moldy. It's an incredible feeling to get things done in advance. In this episode, you'll learn secrets on how to feel...

Where do you start when every part of your life's out of balance? Should you start with the laundry mountain? Or maybe writing a  to-do list? Or maybe you should start eating healthier and taking your vitamins? Ohhh -- the possibilities are endless. Instead of trying to do everything, I have one tip for you. It's the best place to start. If you do this one thing, everything else will be...

What do habits and money have in common? And why should you care? In this episode, you’ll learn new ways of seeing habits. You’ll also understand how to use them to create even more balance in your life (without working harder.....) Show Notes: The Interesting Thing About Habits   Get the Free Course - How to Find work/life Balance as a Working Mom (Even Though It Feels Like a Unicorn 🦄 That Does...

Do think failure is awful? Yeah, me too. As a perfectionist, my whole life is focused on avoiding failure. This year, however, I'm trying an experiment. I'm purposely putting myself in positions to fail and fail BIG. I'm learning that failure has lots of hidden benefits and in this episode, I share what I've learned from failing and why you may want to purposely fail, too. Show...

Sometimes it's the smallest thing.  A cluttered inbox. An important voice-mail you need to return. The birthday card you need to send. These types of things are simple but when you don't get around to taking care of them, they can drain your positive vibes. You keep thinking about them till they leak all your energy. And once these energy leaks build-up, so does your stress level. In thi...

Remember all those useless (and scary) warnings you got when you were first pregnant? "Sleep now because you'll never sleep again!" or "Get the epidural!" These suggestions weren't helpful and instead, put the fear of G-d in you. What about some advice that'll make life EASIER for you to jump back to work after having a baby? In this episode, you're going to...

Are you sick of the "Moms need coffee/wine/chocolate to survive" memes?  Do you roll your eyes when yet another one crosses your feed?  You probably see these jokes way too often.  In this episode, we finally throw these memes into the trash (where they belong) and instead talk about empowering Moms.    Show Notes:  Why It's Not Funny   Get the Free Course - How to Find work/life Ba...

Oh the dreaded "We need to talk." No one wants to hear what comes after this terrifying sentence. It's never pretty and these arguments have the potential to ruin relationships (especially if overused).  Instead of these types of conversations, learn a better way of handling conflict. In this episode we talk about how to clear up issues so fights and discussions aren't needed i...

I can still hear the satisfying hum of the sewing machine. Before having kids, there was nothing I enjoyed more than quilting. No matter how stressful life got, feeding soft fabric into my machine made everything feel better. I had no idea that becoming a Mom meant that I'd give up a piece of me that brought so much joy. It took me years to learn how to squeeze my hobbies back into my busy li...

If you're a working Mom, you have plenty of things to feel resentful about. Not only do you have to get work done in the office, you also have kids who need to be fed, laundry that needs to be cleaned, and a to-do list as long as your arm. Who wouldn't feel resentful with this never-ending workload? But resentment isn't a good feeling and it doesn't create a balanced life. In t...

It's 6 pm and everyone's hungry. And because you're the Mom, it's your job to magically put a healthy meal on the table, one that everyone will actually eat. But you've had a long day and you can't think straight, let alone come up with dinner. That's when you start thinking "no one appreciates me" and the resentment starts piling up. And who can blame...

Is your inbox filled with notes to yourself, maybe with books you want to read or songs you want to add to spotify? Does your counter have an old post-it note with the paint color you want to try? If you have information everywhere, from your inbox, to your dining room table, to your phone, it's time to change all that so you can feel like you're in control of your life (and actually fin...

Your stack of dirty dishes is turning into a massive mountain, growing larger every minute you put off the dreaded task. You'd rather be doing just about anything else than cleaning those dishes. But what if life's mundane tasks didn't have to feel like a huge mountain? What if doing the dishes felt fun, almost magical? In this episode, learn how to make everyday humdrum tasks fun....

You know that feeling when you're so stressed it feels like you don't have time to breathe? Your house is cluttered with the kid's shoes, laundry, and dog toys since you don't have the energy to clean. You eat whatever's in the back of the fridge or greasy pizza (yum!) because who has time to fix meals when life's so busy? If this sounds like your life, in this episod...

Remember how you felt when your kids wouldn't get off Minecraft, no matter how many times you asked them to? This is a perfect example of catabolic energy. Catabolic energy doesn't feel great. It may feel like anger or resentment, and it isn't the healthiest for you. Instead, learn how to shift to a more helpful energy so you can feel happier more often. Show Notes:    You Can have...

Are your shoulders heavy from carrying the weight of all your Mom guilt? Especially if you're a Working Moms, guilt may feel like a part-time job. Can't make it to a meeting because your kid is sick? Guilt! Or the reverse - what if you can't be home with your sick kid because you have a meeting? See, either way you lose. In this episode we tell the truth about guilt so you can final...

Are your shoulders heavy from carrying the weight of all your Mom guilt? Especially if you're a Working Moms, guilt may feel like a part-time job. Can't make it to a meeting because your kid is sick? Guilt! Or the reverse - what if you can't be home with your sick kid because you have a meeting? See, either way you lose. In this episode we tell the truth about guilt so you can final...

Do you think working on something for just five minutes could actually make a dent with your massive to-do list? I experimented for about  6 months so I could let you know.  In this episode you'll hear about my experiences, from cleaning my digital life (a total disaster) to getting my house in order. And to ruin the surprise, yup, 5 minutes done regularly can have a huge impact on your life....

Remember when your husband left his stinky workout clothes on the floor, AGAIN? Yuck. If you want to create positive, caring relationships (that looks like a thoughtful husband who picks up his workout clothes before the smell knocks you over), the secret is to use win-wins as much as possible. In this episode, learn what a win-win relationship looks like and how to create one. Show Notes:    Why...

After you're done working for the day, is your mind still buzzing about work stuff? Or maybe you take a peek at your work emails all evening long? If you can't stop working, learn how to separate work life from home life so you can finally destress and enjoy some well-deserved downtime. Show Notes:    How to Reduce Stress with a Work Shutdown Ritual Grab free downloadables - Sign up for...

Have you made mistakes in your life which you regret? Who hasn't?! I've never met anyone who didn't have regrets. If you feel this way often, this episode will help you see your past differently. In this episode, we explore the concept that it's not possible to make a mistake. Show Notes:    What If It Was Impossible to Make A Mistake? Grab free downloadables - Sign up for the...

Life isn't always easy. We all have problems and difficult circumstances in our lives.  If there's something you're struggling with, this episode will help give you a positive perspective on it. We explore the concept that there's a purpose that can be gained from these struggles. Show Notes:   Is There Really A Purpose Behind Difficult Things? Grab free downloadables - Sign up...

Most of us don't even realize we're doing this. We start working on something, like cleaning up from dinner, and when we're about 80% done, we abandon it and start working on the next task. Sound familiar? In this episode, we talk about how to finish what we start so that our homes won't perpetually be messy from this unfortunate habit. Show Notes:    How to Have a Cleaner Hous...

Saving money can be FUN! In this episode, Rina shares her favorite ways for saving money (almost!) effortlessly.  And as a special bonus, you'll also learn how to get discounts without subscribing to store mailing lists. Show Notes:  Easy Ways to Save Money Grab free downloadables - Sign up for the free resource library   Join the Facebook community group for a regular dose of support and enc...