Balancing Busy

Send us Fan Mail If you are working hard and still not seeing the results you want, I need you to hear this: you are not the problem. But something in your approach might be. And today we are going to fix that. In this episode, I am sharing one of the oldest and most proven principles on the planet -- a 2,400-year-old idea from Aristotle that explains why some things in your life are working beaut...

Send us Fan Mail This is a Between Besties episode — Leah's monthly roundup where she shares what she's been doing, reading, testing, and thinking about. No agenda, no framework. Just a real conversation between friends. This month: Leah just got back from Hawaii with her senior son — a last-minute itinerary change she'd make again in a heartbeat. She got glasses and had a full gidd...

Send us Fan Mail Nobody handed us a manual when we became adults. So today, I’m giving you one. 31 cheat codes for life — practical, science-backed, a little funny, and a few just for us. These are the shortcuts the most put-together women seem to just know. In this episode: Why making your bed actually makes you happier (the data is wild) The 10-minute habit that saves you 2 hours every single da...

Send us Fan Mail 👉 it’s Here! But still in beta mode so only $17!! Grab the Business Brain Dump   and build your business foundation in 90 minutes or less. Link in the show notes. You’re working all day. You’re constantly moving. You’re checking things off your list. And yet… your business still isn’t growing. If you’ve ever ended your day wondering what did I actually accomplish? —this episode i...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever thought the key to making progress in your life or business is motivation ? That if you could just stay motivated long enough… everything would finally fall into place? Here’s the truth: motivation is unreliable. It comes and goes. The real transformation happens when you stop relying on how you feel and start relying on something far more powerful: discipline, focus...

Send us Fan Mail Are you disappearing into adulthood… or fully inhabiting it? This month gave me cowgirl boots, a last-minute hair appointment miracle, five powerful books, and a postponed trip to Hawaii. On the surface, it all felt random. But underneath it was one clear question: am I choosing my life — or slowly shrinking inside it? In this Between Besties episode, I’m sharing what buying my fi...

Send us Fan Mail If adulthood feels heavy, your kids feel it too. You might think their resistance to responsibility is about laziness, entitlement, or lack of motivation. It’s not. When daily life looks like constant stress, endless to-do lists, pressure to perform, and no room for joy… why would they rush toward growing up? You’re not doing it wrong. And you’re not alone. But there’s a shift tha...

Send us Fan Mail Think your bad day is the problem? It’s not. Learn the mindset shift that stops spiraling and protects your business (and life) momentum. You don’t spiral because you’re weak. You spiral because your brain is wired for survival. And when you’re juggling clients, kids, deadlines, and expectations, one small thing going wrong can feel like proof you’re failing. ⏰ You miss an alarm....

Send us Fan Mail Six mistakes that cost me $36,000, nearly lost us our house, and stole my peace as a mom entrepreneur—so you don’t have to make them.   In this episode, I’m getting really honest about the biggest, most expensive mistakes I’ve made in my business. From a devastating tax bill to avoiding technology, refusing to outsource, skipping systems, having zero boundaries, and diluting my me...

Send us Fan Mail If you want to get more done without hustling harder, this episode is for you. In this episode of Balancing Busy , I’m sharing how romanticizing your to-do list can actually help you be more productive, more focused, and more consistent—without burning out. You’ll learn five simple ways to change how your to-do list feels so it stops feeling heavy or overwhelming and starts workin...

Send us Fan Mail Between Besties is a monthly check-in where I share what’s really been shaping my life lately—the stories, realizations, and choices I’d talk through with a close friend. In this episode, I’m sharing why I let January be my sluff card month, how an unexpected road trip with my dad shifted everything, and why a bright orange coat has me thinking differently about joy. This conversa...

Send us Fan Mail Start your day feeling calm, focused, and in control. In this episode, I’m sharing 6 ridiculously simple habits (plus 2 bonus tips!) that make a daily difference in your productivity, energy, and mindset. These habits are quick, realistic, and backed by research—perfect for busy women and entrepreneur moms who want more ease without adding more to their plate. Inside, you’ll learn...

Send us Fan Mail I read 72 books in 2025 — and today I’m sharing the ones that were actually worth the time. From business and marriage to personal development, thought-provoking nonfiction, and the just-for-fun stories that made me smile… these are the books that shifted something in me. Inside this episode, you’ll hear: The business books that helped me think differently Two marriage books I hig...

Send us Fan Mail 👉 Grab the FREE PRINTABLE HABIT TRACKER I talked about in this episode: http://200.balancingbusypodcast.com/ Most people don’t quit their goals because they’re lazy or undisciplined. They quit because the system they’re using can’t survive real life . Quitters Day—the second Friday in January—is when motivation fades and goals quietly fall apart. But science tells a very differen...

Send us Fan Mail Check out Chat GPT Accelerator Netflix just dropped $72 billion in a move that shocked the entire tech world — not because they joined the AI arms race… but because they ignored it completely. While every big player is pouring money into servers and silicon, Netflix went rogue and doubled down on one thing: humans. Human stories. Human creativity. Human connection. And friend… thi...

Send us Fan Mail If something in your life feels “off” lately — your business, your routines, your health, your goals, your confidence — you might not be stuck. You might have outgrown a part of your life. In this episode, we’ll talk about the quiet signs of misalignment, why growth often makes things feel uncomfortable, and the simple 3-step Alignment Reset that helps you get clarity without burn...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling stretched thin during the holidays? In this episode, we're breaking down three simple but powerful shifts to help you protect your peace, boost your energy, and create more balance through the holidays. Whether you’re hosting, juggling a busy calendar, or navigating emotional stress, these quick resets and intentional routines will help you bring back the joy and magi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we break down the difference between chaotic busy (spinning in circles, reacting to everything) and productive busy (purposeful, aligned, and deeply satisfying). You’ll learn how to quickly identify which version you’re operating in, what your nighttime thoughts reveal about your balance, and how to shift into a rhythm that feels full but not frantic. Because your...

Send us Fan Mail Are you feeling stuck in uncertainty — waiting for clarity before you take the next step? In this episode, we explore why so many of us cling to “I don’t know” and how that hesitation may actually be a hidden form of self-protection. Guest expert and life coach Michele Reyes shares a compassionate, faith-filled pathway for moving from autopilot to intentional living. You’ll learn...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling exhausted, snappy, or just done ? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about the quiet creep from overwhelm into burnout — how to recognize it sooner, why it happens, and what to do when you feel like you’re carrying more than you can hold. You’ll learn the subtle signals your body and brain send before burnout hits, the difference between being stretched vs. s...

Send us Fan Mail We all have those moments when balance starts to quietly slip through our fingers — when the to-do list grows, our patience shrinks, and we start to feel like we’re running on empty. In this episode, I’m breaking down the subtle signs that your balance might be off (before full-blown burnout hits) and how to gently realign before overwhelm takes over. I’ll share the mindset shifts...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt like you have too much on your plate, this episode of The Balancing Busy Podcast is for you. I got to sit down with my longtime friend and fellow mom entrepreneur, Dana Malstaff, founder of Boss Mom , for a real, raw conversation about the messy, beautiful, and often overwhelming reality of being a working mom. We pulled back the curtain on what it really looks...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still not moving forward, this episode is for you. I’ve been there — checking all the boxes, hustling nonstop, and wondering why it still felt like I was standing still. The truth? You’re not lazy or unorganized — you’re just missing systems. In this episode, I’m sharing how I went from constant motion to real momentum by...

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like your emotions are running the show? In this second part of my conversation with Dr. Amy Moore, we get practical about what helps adults stay calm, grounded, and emotionally steady. From sleep and nutrition to brain training and living by your values, this episode is full of real, doable steps to strengthen your emotional regulation from the inside out. IN THIS EPISO...

Send us Fan Mail Big emotions can take over fast — for our kids and for us. In this first part of my conversation with Dr. Amy Moore, we explore how to help kids build emotional regulation skills while modeling it ourselves. You’ll learn what “co-regulation” really means, why all feelings are valid (but not all behaviors are), and how discipline can become teaching instead of punishment. IN THIS E...