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You will not believe who joined me for Episode 35! Melissa Risenhoover, my fellow co-host of my former podcast Cohesive Home, came onto the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast to talk family dreams with me. During this episode, I share my family's plans for late 2020, and we dig deep into what it takes to pursue your family's dreams in real life. Head to thestreamlinedlife.com/the-podcast/35 for the fu...

Why do we women tend to avoid activities or pleasures that we think of as being indulgent? There is a philosophy or a deep-seated cultural belief at play in motherhood currently that glorifies motherhood as a time of sacrifice and service to our families, to the detriment of our own needs.

Have you heard of the Big Snooze? It's the idea that whenever you're about to take a leap into the next level of your life, your brain will most likely freak out and create corresponding drama. Why is this? We all have a set of operational beliefs that determine how we show up every single day. These are what maintain your status quo, whatever it is, and help you to stay comfortable and sane on a...

What I'm going to share with you today is how to create a powerfully calm parenting approach that will positively impact your relationship with your kids and with yourself. If you've been feeling like you're super struggling with parenting lately, you're feeling the guilt and the frustration, and you need a clear plan out, this episode is for you.    Today's episode is also part of a special serie...

On this podcast, I commonly share ways to overcome your own struggles, to be an example for your family, and create the change you want to see in the world in your home first. The way that I teach this is through knowing and living by your family values. In this episode, I'm going to share how the crises of 2020 are the catalyst for refining your family values and beliefs, while making sure you're...

Do you ever feel like you can't get anything done because your kids, your partner, your home, or your situation is holding you back? In this episode, I share the concept of agency or the belief in yourself and your ability to take action in your days. This episode will empower you to see yourself and your situation differently.

Last week we covered what to do if you're experiencing a problem that makes you feel stuck in your life, which I called tunnel vision. It's the idea that you can't see outside your situation because each day looks exactly the same. If you missed the 4 steps to overcoming tunnel vision, go back to episode 28 before listening to this one because they go together. Today, we are going to dive deep int...

Feeling stuck on the daily? Struggling with a problem you just can't seem to solve? This episode really builds on what I talked about in last week's episode on leaving the comfort zone and what the last 18 months or so have looked like for us. What I want to talk about in this episode is what to do if you're in a situation where you can't see clearly where you're going because the problems at home...

This episode is going to really cut to the chase of what I've been thinking about lately and processing. It's about getting out of the comfort zone that many of us are currently in and being brave enough to forge the path that you know you are meant for. I'm going to get a bit vulnerable and real with you, something that I don't always do, but it needs to happen. This isn't a parenting episode, th...

When we think of who we truly want to be as women and mothers, habit shifts usually come to mind as the first step. I'm going to challenge the idea that you need to change yourself and instead encourage you to dig deeper into who you are called to become. This episode will not only give you the tools to change habits, but to choose the right ones for you. For the full show notes, head here .

A daily rhythm creates a flow to your time together as a family and provides stability and security during a time of uncertainty. If you've been wishing you had a better daily routine, but are struggling to figure it out, you'll love this episode. In it, I share a step by step guide to creating a new routine as well as tips for increasing the sense of security and safety your children need right n...

Welcome back to another episode of the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast! It's the end of March 2020, in the midst of a world health crisis, forced quarantines, and families everywhere needing to homeschool their kids. As if parenting and adulthood aren't hard enough! I know so many of you are struggling right now and this episode is going to meet you right where you are, take you by the hand, and of...

You may not be able to control what's happening in the world, but you can create the home you desire within your four walls. In Episode 23, I share 5 ways to breathe new life into your home and create a comforting and calm sanctuary for your family during this time of chaos. It's March 2020, and we are choosing to create the home life we see as possible for our families. Here's how: 1. Reflect on...

Episode 22 kicks off a week of extra episodes on the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast. It's March 2020 and we are in an unprecedented time of global uncertainty. As your life coach and a fellow mom, it is my goal to be the example of what it looks like to show up bravely and fully for my family, my community and you. In this episode, I'm going to walk you through how to be brave in motherhood. Head...

Values vulnerability is a concept I coined in which the choice to live by your values, especially if they are out of the box or unusual within your extended family or community, can make you feel more vulnerable in making that choice. If you've ready for a new path for your family, but are feeling afraid, this episode is for you. I will teach you exactly how to overcome feeling vulnerable or judge...

How do you plan for a successful morning routine when you're a tired and busy mom? In this episode, Kate shares her morning routine and methods for creating a daily routine to fit your needs. Head to thestreamlinedlife.com to read the full show notes.  

Why is it that every woman I meet doesn't believe in herself? Why is it that most women today believe that they are not enough? This episode has been awhile in the making: I see the lack of self-worth in my clients and the women in my community, and I'm here to offer you the belief that you are worthy of so many good things in your life. Head to the streamlinedlife.com/19 for the full show notes....

If you're tired of feeling overly busy, stretched, and wondering if this is how family life will always be, take a deep breath and join me for this episode on slow living. Notes from the episode: a glimpse into why slow living might be a balm to your overwhelmed soul and also some thoughts on how to move in that direction even if your days remain full. slow living is the intentional act of lesseni...

What would it look like to approach your days courageously and step out of auto-pilot? Episode 17 is about facing your fears by rethinking your mindset, inviting inspiration back into your life, and creating a life of abundant courage. This episode is for anyone who wants to quit being ruled by her fear and to grow into her strength and agency as a woman and mother. Read on for more.   Notes from...

What if it was possible to sustain periods of deep work during the hectic pace of motherhood? What would it look like to be totally present with your children or your work and free of distractions? In this episode, Kate shares a method for creating your own version of focused presence within motherhood through your "why", strategy, mindset, and energy. If you've ever felt frustrated with how littl...

What do you do when your child seems out of sorts and is struggling? Soul fever is a real condition that children experience and in this episode, Kate offers guidance on how to identify it as well as give your child the peace, stability, and rest needed to be back to their old self in no time. She also shares what to do if your child is experiencing long lasting unrest and when to call in the prof...

There is this question that tends to float around in the motherhood realm, particularly with those high-achiever women that leave you scratching your head and wondering, "how does she do it all?" Today's podcast episode is not about how you CAN do it all because that's asking the wrong question. Instead I'm going to walk you through asking the question, "WHY would you want to do it all?" Listen to...

Ready to thrive as a family in 2020? Welcome back to the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast with weekly new episodes on personal growth in motherhood, overcoming overwhelm, and turning dreams into action plans with Life Coach for Moms, Kate Saffle. In Episode 13, Kate shares a process for using your thoughts, values, and goals to craft a unique path for your family in 2020. If you struggle with negati...

This episode is ALL about discomfort and challenging your views on the role of it in your life and parenting. Sure, everyone wants have comfort in their life, and it's great to a certain extent. However, no major breakthroughs in life happen without discomfort first. In this episode, I share my personal experiences with getting really uncomfortable and embracing the difficult as well as how to enc...

Today's episode of the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast features Kelsey Wharton, fellow podcaster, creative, and mom of 2. You may know her from the Girl Next Door Podcast with Erica Ladd, from her blog Rising*Shining or from the podcast she shares with her husband, Matrimoney. Kelsey has spent the majority of her adult years working in a full-time job outside the home as an academic science researc...