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March 9, 2025 21 mins

Hello Wonderful Mom!

Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle the demands of work, family, and personal time? Do you find yourself constantly searching for that elusive work-life balance, only to feel like you're falling short?

Moms, if work-life balance feels like an impossible dream, this episode is for you! Many moms share this struggle, feeling the pressure to excel in their careers while being present for their families.

We’re diving deep into the real reasons why balance feels so elusive—and spoiler alert: it’s not because you’re not trying hard enough. The truth is, we’re often looking in the wrong places, which keeps us stuck in cycles that don’t actually help. In this episode, I’m revealing the four hidden reasons behind your struggle and, more importantly, how to fix them. Get ready for some major aha moments and practical solutions that actually make sense for your life!

In today’s episode, I expose hidden mistakes moms make when trying to create balance (and what to do instead). I share:

  • Why productivity hacks and fancy planners won’t fix work-life balance
  • Mistakes moms make when trying to create balance (and what to do instead)
  • How to stop focusing on the wrong problem and start making real progress
  • Why time management isn’t the whole answer (and what matters even more)
  • The powerful shift that will help you reclaim your time and energy
Episode Highlights
  • (0:00): Teaser
  • (01:59): Update from my live Planning Time for Success workshop
  • (03:08): Balanced Mom Coaching
  • (03:53): Introduction
  • (04:44): 1. You might be solving the wrong problem
  • (09:50): 2. You’re approaching balance from the wrong direction
  • (11:34): 3. You don’t have a clear definition for success
  • (12:22): 4. You’re following someone else’s plan
  • (14:00): Solution for sustainable work-life balance
  • (18:56): Recap

If you’re ready to approach work-life balance the right way, hit play and together we can solve for Mom!

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