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

It's hard to be balanced if you're worried about money. In this episode, we talk about the "taboo" topic of money. We take a different perspective on budgeting than what you usually hear. Instead, we take an abundant approach, using systems and routines to create wealth automatically so that even busy Moms can do this. Show Notes:  3 Habits of Successful Savers Grab free downlo...

Let's talk about something impossible. Something you probably thought couldn't be done. Let's talk about becoming "unbusy." Being unbusy means a life where things slow down. Where your obligations aren't taking over your day. In this episode we discuss how to become unbusy despite having busy lives. Show Notes:  Tips for Creating an Unbusy Life Grab free downloadables...

Making decisions is exhausting! In this episode, we discuss a decision-making hack that you can use in any part of your life to reduce or even eliminate decisions. Show Notes:  How To Avoid Decision Fatigue Grab free downloadables - Sign up for the free resource library   Join the Facebook community group for a regular dose of support and encouragement. Kendra Adachi - The Lazy Genius Collective  ...

Is there anything more exhausting than pretending to be happy when you're not feeling it? Remember the Seinfeld episode when Frank Costanza's doctor told him to say "Serenity Now," anytime he got upset? Things didn't end too well for Frank or Kramer in that episode, and it's no wonder.  Pretending to be something you're not isn't good for your health (or you...

We're all guilty of this -- we want to do something 100% "correctly" or we don't bother doing it at all. Sound familiar?  In this episode, I share several realistic examples where this may be coming up in your own life. We talk about how all-or-nothing thinking may be hiding in your life. We also discuss how to make to-do's fun and easier so that all-or-nothing thinking do...

In this episode, I teach one of the best, most powerful tools available to help you uplift your thoughts. With this tool, you can help shift your emotions on the days you feel "off."  You'll also hear real-life examples of how your thoughts not only affect your emotions, but the results you have in your life, too. Show Notes: A Tool That'll Help You Change The Way You Think  Gr...

Let's talk about bringing excitement back into our lives, even as busy Moms. This is important because when we're excited, it brings us joy and happiness. In this episode, we talk about how we can create pockets of excitement in our humdrum, yet busy days. Show Notes:  Feeling Excitement Even When Life Can Be Mundane  Grab free downloadables - Sign up for the free resource library   Join...

In this episode, I picked my top 3 lessons that I've learned as Working Mom. These lessons can be hard to swallow, especially for new Moms, but they're incredibly important for all Moms. Truthfully, most Moms wished they'd known these earlier.  Show Notes:  3 Things I've Learned as Working Mom Grab free downloadables - Sign up for the free resource library   Join the Facebook c...

This episode does not hold back. From one working Mom to another, this episode rips apart the myth that working Moms don't make good employees. Like all myths and prejudices, the opposite is true.  Working Moms are often highly skilled in many areas (from conflict resolution to productivity) that bring incredible value to the workplace.    Show Notes:  Why Being a Parent Makes You a Better Em...

Life is incredibly stressful these days, perhaps now more than ever. In this episode, we talk about common advice we're given to help relieve our stress. Unfortunately for most of us, the advice we're often given makes our stress levels even worse.  Instead, learn healthier and more effective ways of dealing with stress. Show Notes: This is Making You More Stressed Out Grab free download...

If there's one thing all Moms have in common, it's feelings of GUILT. We constantly feel guilty about every part of our lives. In this episode, we take a unique approach to guilt. We talk about becoming a "good enough" Mom instead of being a "perfect Mom." And the irony is that by becoming a "good enough" Mom, you actually transform yourself into becoming th...

I've never met a Mom who isn't tired. It's tough to get things done when you're exhausted. Yet you also have SO MUCH we need to do! This episode talks about how to compromise and get things done  (or rest!) so you move forward with your important to-do's without overdoing it. Show Notes: How to Get Things Done When You're Tired Grab free downloadables - Sign up for th...

The intention of this episode is to empower you. So often we label ourselves. We tell ourselves that we’re “not good with time” or “we’re messy.” We also label others, such as our spouse, who is "terrible at doing things around the house."  Imagine what your life would look like if you removed the labels and judgments. How would your life change if you had the freedom to decide how you w...

Multitasking can feel delicious. It makes life so much more fun! And when we're doing it, despite the many studies proving otherwise, it often feels like we can get more done. In this episode, we’ll discuss how to multitask the right way, so you can actually increase your productivity while still enjoying the benefits (and fun!) of multitasking. Blog Post: How to Multitask the Right Way Grab...

If you struggle with getting things done (and who doesn't?!) in this episode you'll learn a system you can use daily that will help move you forward. GEMS is an acronym that helps you create baby-steps in the most important areas of your life, including self-care.  If your to-do list is as big as your arm,  this system will help you focus your day so you can start actually accomplishing...

This episode is all about the JOY of books and reading. If you're a busy Mom and find it tough to find time to squeeze in reading, you're not alone. In this episode I share some tips for fitting in reading time (games are my favorite way to do this!)  and also some of my favorite book recommendations. Blog Post: For the Love of Reading Grab free downloadables - Sign up for the free resou...

What if there were things you could do every day that would help put you in a good mood? This episode goes beyond the obvious. You already know that getting a good night's sleep, doing some movement, etc., will help you with your mood. But what about things you may never have thought of, like dark chocolate? This episode is all about small habits you can start today that'll help you main...

One of my biggest secrets for getting so much done is that I use micro-actions. Micro-actions are things that are so small, they feel trivial, almost too-easy. Most people wouldn't bother doing them. But by doing these teeny-tiny actions, magical things happen. In this episode, we discuss why micro-actions work and how you can use them every day to get things done without feeling overworked....

Have you heard of the trend to pick a word for the year? The word can be an inspiration or even a goal you want to achieve, It's just one word. But yet, this one word can be incredibly effective at moving you forward towards your goals or the person you want to be. In this episode you'll learn why something so simple actually works (hint: simple is good!). Blog Post: Why You Need A Word...

A cozy home is a delight and a comfort. It's not about having a perfectly decorated home. Instead, it's about creating an atmosphere the makes you feel nourished, comfortable, and happy. In this episode we explore simple and inexpensive ways you can create a warm environment in your own home. Blog Post: How to Make Your Home Cozy Grab your free downloadable - Essential Oil Diffuser Recip...

Life is already stressful. Most of us feel that we're already tapped out on stress. But in real life, stressful events keep coming at us. How can one person handle so much stress?!! This episode explores how to calm yourself down when a stressful situation happens, even when your stress plate is already full. Blog Post: What to Do When You Are Extra Stressed Grab your free downloadable - Esse...

You're constantly hearing about all the benefits of gratitude. You've heard it can improve your mental health -- and even your physical health. But let's get real here. It can feel impossible to feel gratitude when life is difficult. In this episode we have a down-to-earth discussion about how you can incorporate gratitude into your life without it feeling fake. Blog Post: How to Pr...

During a Pandemic (or any difficult time) self-care is more important than ever. Ironically, during times of extreme stress, self-care can also be the hardest to do. In this episode we explore how to do self-care when life is difficult. We also talk about which types of self-care to prioritize and how to actually do them, even in challenging and busy times. Show Notes:   https://balancedworkingmom...

Getting a good night's sleep can be such a challenge for Moms!  In this episode we discuss tips to help you improve the quality of your sleep, even when you have monkey brain in the middle of the night. Show Notes: https://balancedworkingmoms.com/how-to-get-a-better-night's-sleep/ Resources:   Join the Balanced Working Moms Library for lots of printables that will help you get more organ...

Is how you do anything REALLY how you do everything? This is one of those quotes that you can't get out of your head. Is it true? Is it not true? In this episode, we explore this quote by Martha Beck and discuss what it means for your life, even if it's not true. HINT: There are lessons you can apply to your own life, either way! Show Notes: https://balancedworkingmoms.com/doanything Res...