The Unbusy Mom: For Entrepreneur Moms Tired of Waking Up to the Same Tuesday

You’ve probably (hopefully!) already dealt with your personal week. Made it reflect your family’s priorities, obligations, and personalities so that you actually enjoy living (seen from the birds’ eye view).   But what about your business week? Do you have a good rhythm for that?   Sure, you have some daily time blocks and know your energy slumps and all that – is there anything more for you to le...

Chores can be part of your vision for your kids’ childhood.   There. I said it.   Amidst the ideal-cuddle-life…   (What was your dream for your child? What did you want his or her life to be like? Which family adventures did you go on, books did they read, after-school rituals did you two enjoy?)   …You get to choose who you want them to be. How you’re going to train them.   (Do you want kitchen w...

This is motivation Monday, and today we’re talking about the results my clients have gotten, and how you can experience those things, too.   For example: ·        Make crazy shifts immediately that just pop things into place for you (that you didn’t even realize were connected in your schedule!) ·        Get peace and certainty in your priorities when a family emergency comes up and you suddenly c...

So, you got your ideal day all sorted for the mom side of things – but now you started a business.   Or worse, you don’t have any idea *what* you need to be doing (on either side of your life), but you just know that something has to change.   Frazzle mode isn’t going to cut it for you any longer.   Great! Because that means you see the problem, are fully prepared to do something about it, and wan...

What’s on your mind today, mama?   If “chores” or “cleaning” popped up, keep listening – I’ve got a life-changing hack for you to lighten the load.   Because you don’t need any more anxiety over cleaning standards, cleaning routines, or whether your house is clean enough!   What you’ll learn: ·        Why you don’t need to worry about crumbs on the floor ·        How to stop the inner nagging of y...

You know what hours you’re working, and what hours you’re playing mom. In fact, you even know how many hours a week you can expect to devote to your business!   That’s great. Wonderful. But do you know… what you’re going to do next? Which project you should be working on once you sit down in front of that computer or crack open that laptop?   Here’s why you need a business to-do list – and why it...

I’ve got a fun little quiz for you today:   Are you a marathon clean-er, or a devotee of the “a little a day” philosophy?   In other words, do you favor a four-hour cleaning session on Saturday, or do you prefer to complete one cleaning task per day during the work week?   Bonus question: Which way did you grow up cleaning, and does it match your preferred philosophy today?   What you’ll learn: · ...

This is motivation Monday, and today we’re talking about the first 3 things we’re going to change in your #momlife when you join #Momlife Made Easy.   The first thing we're going to do is take charge of your to-do list.   Which is why in my program we're going to immediately create more time in your day to work on your business (measured in hours, not minutes!)   Then we're going to...

Does minimalism sound like one of these non-Christian fads that you need to avoid to be a true believer?   Does the paring down of possessions even have any place in a Biblical understanding of stewardship and generosity?   We’re diving into all that, and more, in today’s episode on Biblical minimalism: where that non-consumerist template really came from.   What you’ll learn: ·        Minimalism...

It’s hard being an introverted mom sometimes, isn’t it?   You accidentally yell at the kids to be quiet. (Oops. I should be quiet, too.)   You love your kids – but they’re talking too much, too loudly, all at once.   (Robert’s Rules of Order, anyone? Somehow I don’t think they’d work on three-year-olds - alas.)   You want your own quiet time (aka mommy recharge time). But without making the kids f...

This is a Client Case Study, and today we’re talking about what to do when you need your kids to be quiet when you’re on video – but you don’t want them to be on screens!   (Aka, how to keep your kids quiet and engaged *within* your personal values and boundaries around tech time as a family.)   Episode transcript: https://yourunbusylife.com/i-dont-want-to-use-screens   Interested in letting intro...

Does it feel like planning and following the Spirit’s lead can’t go together? Are you conflicted about where the line is between worldly advice and commonsense wisdom?   That’s exactly what we’re exploring today: the role of planning (if any) in Biblical decision making.   Because I think you absolutely can have both (a plan and a leading), and here’s why.   What you’ll learn: ·        Wise decisi...

So, how are you at setting boundaries?   No, don’t run away on me. Boundaries don’t have to be this big, complicated, angst-y thing.   They’re just lines in the sand.   Lines to remind yourself, “This isn’t going. I’m not going to go there.” Or, “I need that, and here’s how I’ll get it.”   So where do we start?   What you’ll learn: ·        Where to find the resentment ·        Why you have to fol...

This is motivation Monday, and today we’re talking about why I’m so fired up about the unbusy way of life for introverted moms.   Keep listening to find out why I think living unbusy (aka, unstressed) is so essential for you if you’re an introvert who’s also working from home! Episode transcript: https://yourunbusylife.com/why-im-so-fired-up   It’s time to gift yourself some productivity coaching!...

We’re to raise our children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.   We all know that.   But part of that has got to be serving others cheerfully, pitching in when it’s not your official job, learning how to run a house and take care of yourself, and practicing excellence, responsibility, and taking initiative.   Am I right? Certainly sounds Biblical to me!   What you’ll learn: ·        Chores...

How’s your energy level by evening?   Down the tubes, right?   (Sometimes, it’s down the drain before supper even starts.)   It’s no fun staring down the evening to-do list with an empty tank.   So what can we do to make this better? (Because you always have a choice.)   What you’ll learn: ·        How to stop the afternoon drain ·        The nitty gritty of keeping naptime for you ·        And ho...

This is a Client Case Study, and today we’re talking about how to handle working from home if you don’t have an office where you can close the door.   (Can I get an amen from all the rest of us start-up mompreneurs?!)   Episode transcript: https://yourunbusylife.com/function-without-close-the-door   Want to get 3 hours back in the day for yourself? Book your free Work/Life Balance session: https:/...

Selfcare gets a bad rap from the Jesus crowd. But here’s my take.   You want a Biblical example? Fine. You can’t get much better than Jesus.   He’s pretty much showing up for the crowds, teaching His disciples, or – wait for it – fueling Himself with the Father, the entire time during His ministry!   What you’ll learn: ·        Serve from a full cup ·        Don’t live from frazzle ·        Own up...

Do you have a special routine you look forward to?   A steaming cup of tea all to yourself on the one morning that all the kids are gone Your favorite baked good on the way home from errands A couple pages in that grown-up coloring book every Monday night Fill in the blank - what's your favorite tiny treat?   If you don’t have a few little pleasures built into your schedule, it’s time to chan...

This is motivation Monday, and today we’re talking about how to solve your “not enough time” problem.   Because here’s what you want out of time management, realistically – not some vague "feel light and spacious in your life," more like "able to put in the hours I want on my business AND have plenty of time for my kids".   And the planner industry telling you to get more produ...

We’ve been talking about getting an ideal day, but in reality, an ideal week’s just as important.   You can like your life most days, then have the most horrible weekend ever, and really miss that recharge time ‘cause you’ve got to dive straight back into the work week.   Listen. God cares about all of it.   How you use your day, how you set up your week, even how you plan your month! (Yes, He can...

Today we’re going to talk parenting hacks for HSPs (Highly Sensitive People).   Otherwise known as introvert recharging tactics.   Ready? This is going to be gold.   When you’re overwhelmed: take care of yourself first.   Don’t beat yourself up for not making it through the day (or outing) before your energy stores ran out.   What you’ll learn: ·        What you need to do to fix the situation ·  ...

This is a Client Case Study, and today we’re talking about what to do if you can only work when your kids nap.   ‘Cause I know some of you only have really limited time, and we’re going to make the most of it!   Here’s how.   Dreaming of time for yourself every afternoon? Book your free Work/Life Balance session: https://yourunbusylife.com/free-call/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

You need to show up for your purpose, what God’s called you to.   I think we all agree on that.   And He’s the God of the practical, so let’s get really nitty gritty about your day.   ·        What are the roles He’s placed you in? ·        How can you best accomplish them, minute-by-minute and hour-by-hour?   That kind of practical.   What you’ll learn: ·        Planning is stewarding ·        Pr...

This is motivation Monday, and today we’re talking about why I do what I do – help moms just like you experience life transformation and get unbusy.   Here's my origin story of how we added 5 kids in 10 years - without me turning into a frazzled mom! And along the way, I created a stay-at-home mom life that I truly enjoyed. (Hint: it has to do with always taking afternoon quiet time!) Keep li...