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Ep 36 - Plan a Summer to Remember with the Simple PFP Approach

If you’re trying to plan your summer with more intention—without rigid schedules or pressure—this episode will help you step back and design a season that feels good.
 
Whether your calendar is packed or you’re still figuring things out, now is the perfect time to hit pause and create a clear, grounded vision for your summer.
 
This short, reflective episode introduces you to a simple method I use called the PFP Approach—to help you plan with clarity and confidence.
 
Inside, I’ll walk you through a quick process to shape an intentional summer that aligns with your values, energy, and goals—especially if you’re in a busy season of midlife with kids at home.
 
You'll learn:
 
🔸 How to reflect on last year’s summer and learn from it using your calendar
 
🔸 Why your summer planning doesn’t need to involve complicated goal-setting
 
🔸 How to align your daily choices with the bigger picture of what matters most
 
🔸 A powerful prompt to help you define the kind of summer you want to remember
 
Whether you use a bullet journal, a planner, or just your phone calendar, this episode will help you slow down, zoom out, and reset your focus for the months ahead.
 
If you're wondering how to feel better this summer, how to enjoy summer more fully, or how to create a productive summer without burnout—this episode is for you.
 
🎧 Tune in now and use the PFP approach to plan a season you’ll be proud of.
 
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Ep 35 - Your Summer Game Plan: Staying Productive (and Relaxed) with Kids at Home

If summer feels chaotic to you, and you're trying to stay on top of life with kids at home, this episode will help you create a calm, productive rhythm—without losing your mind (or your goals).
 
While summer with kids at home can be full of beautiful moments, it also brings a surprising amount of extra work, from upended routines, more meals, more messes, more activities and responsibilities, and less personal time.
 
Even if you’re technically “off,” you might feel more exhausted than ever. In this episode, I discuss four common challenges that come up during the summer, as well as simple and realistic ways to handle each one with more intention, less overwhelm, and more teamwork.
 
If you're managing a busy household, juggling work, and trying to maintain your own healthy habits during summer, this episode will help you to handle it all and make room for what matters most.
 
You’ll learn:
 
🔸 Why routines fall apart in summer—and a strategy to bring structure without rigidity
 
🔸 How to use a simple family fridge calendar to reduce mental load and improve communication
 
🔸 What to do when your kids say “I’m bored”—without becoming the full-time summer activities coordinator
 
🔸 How to cut down on constant driving with smarter summer activity planning
 
🔸 Ways to get your kids involved in household chores during summer so you’re not doing it all
 
🔸 Tips for protecting your own personal goals, health habits, and work-from-home time
 
🔸 A reminder that small intentional actions still count—even when life feels unpredictable
 
This episode is especially helpful for moms navigating summer break routines, looking for a better way to manage their time, and wanting to feel less like the unpaid maid and more like the calm, confident leader of their home.
 
🎧 Tune in for some practical strategies, gentle mindset shifts, and encouraging reminders that a more enjoyable summer is possible—with a little planning and a lot of grace.
 
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Ep 34 - Feeling Behind on Your Summer Fitness Goals? Get in Shape the Smart, Sustainable Way

Are you feeling behind on your health goals or scrambling to get in shape for summer or a special occasion? You’re not alone—and you don’t need to panic.
 
In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful mindset shift that can help you ditch the pressure, avoid burnout, and start building a healthy lifestyle that actually lasts. Whether you’re aiming to feel better in your summer body, prepare for a vacation, or just stop the cycle of starting and stopping, this episode will help you breathe, regroup, and move forward with strategy and confidence.
 
Instead of cramming for this season, I want to challenge you to train, in a different kind of way—with intention, sustainability, and peace of mind. I’ll also share a story about my kids’ track season that illustrates this long-game approach. 
 
You'll learn:
 
🔸 Why extreme diets and crash fitness plans are tempting but too risky
 
🔸 The truth about how your metabolism reacts to extreme restriction
 
🔸 What makes results last—and what makes them fall apart
 
🔸 A better way to approach your goals without feeling panicked or behind
 
🔸 The importance of training like someone who’s in it for the long haul—not just a quick fix
 
🔸 The surprising benefits you’ll feel along the way, even before reaching the goal
 
Sustainable health habits aren’t just kinder to your body—they’re smarter for your future. And you can start now, even if you feel behind.
 
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Ep 33 - Want Habits That Stick? Make Them Suck Less (Here’s How)

If you’ve ever tried to build a new habit—like working out consistently, eating healthier, or keeping a morning routine—but found yourself dreading it... this episode is for you.
 
Because here’s the truth: activities that feel like punishment don’t last. And yet so people keep trying to push through with willpower alone... only to fail and have their confidence wrecked.
 
In this episode, you’ll learn how to build habits that last by making them more enjoyable and more sustainable. This isn’t fluff—it’s smart, strategic, and grounded in how habit formation actually works. Tune in to learn:
 
🔸 Why enjoying the process is essential for long-term habit success
 
🔸 A quick breakdown of the habit loop (and what most people miss)
 
🔸 3 powerful ways to make habits feel easier and more rewarding
 
🔸 How to adjust your habits based on your personality and preferences
 
🔸 Why willpower and self-discipline aren't the long-term answer—and what is
 
🔸 The connection between habits, motivation, and sustainable routines
 
If you’re tired of trying to force your way into better habits, only to end up frustrated when they don't last, this is your permission slip (and strategy) to make them feel better—and finally see real progress.
 
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Ep 32 - Feel Like You're the Only One Who Knows the Schedule? A Simple Weekly Family Calendar System That Works

Are you the one who keeps track of everything in your family—practices, pickups, early dismissals, who’s working late, and which kid needs to be where?
 
If so, then you’re likely the family logistics coordinator… even if you never applied for the job. 😅
 
In this episode, I’m sharing the simple weekly calendar system I use to keep everyone in the loop—without a dozen daily texts, reminders, or repeat questions.
 
It’s low-tech, low-maintenance, and incredibly effective. Best of all? It only takes about 5 minutes a week.
 
In this episode you'll learn:
 
🔸 Why a visual family calendar on the fridge beats digital apps for weekly coordination
 
🔸 The power of keeping your system simple and focused (not everything needs to go on it!)
 
🔸 How color-coding saves time, prevents confusion, and gives you clarity at a glance
 
🔸 Why weekly planning works better than monthly
 
🔸 How this one small habit reduces mental load, saves you from being the “middleman,” and helps everyone become more independent
 
🔸 A behind-the-scenes peek at how I use Google Calendar, a bullet journal, and a fridge calendar together without overcomplicating things
 
Whether it’s school activities, sports, travel, or other events, this system works—especially since family members are constantly opening the fridge anyway. 😉
 
If you're tired of being the only one who knows what’s going on… this episode is for you.
 
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Ep 31 - Still Putting It Off? How to Stop Procrastinating (the 5-5-5 Framework)

Ever find yourself staring at a task you know you need to do… but you just can’t seem to start? Procrastination doesn't mean you're lazy. It just means you're just stuck. And in this episode, we're getting unstuck.
 
We’re tackling how to overcome procrastination with three simple and practical rules you can start using today. Whether it’s your workout, your home, or that big project that keeps getting pushed off, the 5-5-5 Framework can help you move forward—without needing more motivation or willpower.
 
We’ll explore why we procrastinate (hint: your brain is wired for it), and how to interrupt that spiral with tiny shifts that build serious momentum.
 
🔸 The 5 Second Rule – how to beat hesitation and take immediate action
 
🔸 The 5 Minute Rule – how to overcome overwhelm by shrinking your time commitment
 
🔸 The 5 Step Rule – how to break down big, daunting tasks into clear, doable steps
 
You'll also learn:
Why we suffer more in anticipation than in action
What to do when your brain tries to distract you with "productive" tasks like laundry
How momentum can become your greatest productivity tool
Why even 5 minutes of focused action can change your entire day
 
If you’re ready to stop avoiding and start taking action, this episode will help you do exactly that.
 
Tune in to beat procrastination, enjoy momentum, and see results! 🙌
 
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Ep 30 - Feeling Off Track After a Vacation (or Any Break)? Why That Might Be a Good Sign

Ever feel off track after vacation or a break in your routine? Maybe your energy is low, your healthy habits feel distant, and you’re struggling to get back into the swing of things. You’re not alone—but here’s the surprising truth: feeling off track might actually be a good sign.
 
In this episode, I share a refreshing perspective on how breaking routine—whether it’s a vacation, holiday, or special occasion—can reinforce the healthy habits and routines you’ve been working hard to build. Instead of beating yourself up for falling off track, you’ll learn how to recognize this feeling as proof of your healthy identity shift.
 
In this episode, I discuss:
 
🔸 Why travel and vacation can be good for your health and well-being—but also a challenge
 
🔸 How to reset after vacation (or any break) without guilt or overwhelm
 
🔸 Why feeling sluggish or off track is actually a sign that your baseline health habits are working
 
🔸 How to use the contrast of being off routine to strengthen your motivation moving forward
 
🔸 Simple reflections to optimize your routines and habits after a break
 
If you’ve ever struggled to get back on track after vacation, this episode will leave you feeling empowered, not defeated. 🙌
 
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Ep 29 - Why Can’t I Stay Consistent? The Psychology of Why We Struggle to Stick With It

Ever set a goal, start strong, and then… fall off track? You’re not lazy—and you’re definitely not alone. In this episode, we’re unpacking one of the most common (yet rarely talked about) reasons people struggle to stay consistent with their health goals, productivity habits, and personal growth plans.
 
This sneaky psychological phenomenon—cognitive dissonance—might be quietly sabotaging your progress without you even realizing it. Tune in to learn how to spot it, how it shows up in your day-to-day decisions, and most importantly—what small, strategic actions can shift you back into alignment with the person you want to be.
 
In this episode, you will learn:
 
🔸 What cognitive dissonance actually is—and why your brain doesn't like it
 
🔸 How it can lead to self-sabotage (even when you want to change)
 
🔸 Real-life examples of this inner tug-of-war and how to shift out of it
 
🔸 Why staying consistent is less about motivation and more about momentum
 
🔸 A simple mindset shift to reduce resistance and reinforce your goals
 
🔸 How to use small, intentional actions to build consistent habits and create long-term consistency that actually sticks—even on your busiest or lowest-motivation days
 
🔸 How micro-actions rewire your brain toward long-term success
 
If you’ve ever wondered, “Why can’t I stick to anything?”—this episode will change the way you approach your goals.
 
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Ep 28 - Smart Multitasking: A Simple Shift to Feel More Focused and Less Frazzled

 
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We’ve all heard that multitasking is bad… but is it always?
 
In this episode, I'm unpacking the pros and cons of multitasking and sharing how to use it to your advantage—without overwhelm.
 
You’ll learn why multitasking sometimes works beautifully and other times leaves you feeling scattered, drained, and totally unproductive.
 
If you're trying to balance health, home life, and a never-ending to-do list, this episode will help you work smarter—not harder—by recognizing which multitasking habits support your goals, and which ones sabotage them.
 
You’ll learn:
 
🔸 The real advantages and disadvantages of multitasking
 
🔸 Why multitasking gets a bad reputation—and when that’s totally fair
 
🔸 What your brain is really doing when you think you’re multitasking
 
🔸 How to identify smart multitasking opportunities throughout your day
 
🔸 Common multitasking mistakes and how to avoid them
 
🔸 Examples of multitasking that actually help you save time and feel better
 
If you’ve ever thought:
“I’m doing a lot, but not actually finishing anything”
“There’s just not enough time in the day”
“I want to be more productive without the burnout”
 
...this episode is for you.
 
🎧 Tune in to discover how to use strategic multitasking to get more done in less time—without feeling frazzled, scattered, or pulled in a million directions.
 
You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of when multitasking is helpful, when it backfires, and how to spot the difference—so you can stop spinning your wheels and start feeling a sense of accomplishment and ease in your day! 🙌
 
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Ep 27 - Want to Reach Your Goals Faster? How to Level Up Your Circle

 
Who you spend time with has a powerful impact on your motivation, mindset, and habits. In this episode, we’re talking about how to intentionally surround yourself with people who energize, challenge, and inspire you—because when you level up your circle, everything changes.
 
The good news is that you don’t have to overhaul your life to start. Just a few small, strategic shifts can make a huge difference in how you think, feel, and show up for your goals.
 
In this episode, you'll learn:
 
🔸 How your inner circle has such a strong impact on your motivation, habits, and mindset
 
🔸 How to appreciate the people already in your life while also realizing where they are not the best influence on you
 
🔸 Simple, practical ways to bring more positive influences into your daily routine
 
🔸 How to create an environment that encourages growth, consistency, and confidence
 
🔸 Why trying to change others usually backfires—and what to do instead
 
🔸 How your own personal growth can quietly inspire and influence those around you
 
If you want to feel more energized, intentional, and empowered, remember: you don’t have to do it alone. It helps to be strategic about who you let into your world—and one of the best ways to do that is by joining a space where growth is the norm.
 
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