Ever feel like your brain is the ball in a pinball machine, bouncing between rabbit holes and to-do lists with no real focus?
Same.
In this episode of Get It Together, Weirdo, get-your-shit-together coach and host Sarah Bowser shares her journey from chaos to clarity. It’s a personal look at how she manages to keep moving forward even when life feels like a whirlwind of weird, nerdy chaos. She discusses what can trigger overwhelm, why aligning your actions with your values matters, and how experimenting with your quirks can lead to better time management.
Whether you're overcommitted, stuck in perfectionist loops, or just craving more structure that works for your brain, you don’t have to go it alone—and you are not broken.
Want to stay in the loop on new episodes, posts, and other tidbits that Sarah shares? Go to thatweirdnerdymom.com to hop on her email list, or join her for weekly coworking on Mondays.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- What hidden patterns might be contributing to your overwhelm
- Why understanding your core values helps you set better boundaries
- How self-compassion can shift your relationship with productivity
- How experimenting with tools, routines, and rest can lead to surprising breakthroughs
- How to embrace your weird, nerdy quirks as the strengths they actually are
- Why building (or joining) a supportive community is key to staying grounded
Noteworthy quotes from this episode:
“Here I am helping you get your shit together... when most days I still feel like a squirrel on about eight shots of espresso.”
“The problem wasn’t me or my abilities—it was the unrealistic expectations I was putting on myself.”
“Your quirks aren’t flaws. They’re part of what makes you amazing.”
“Perfectionism is a trap. It’s unattainable and chasing it only leads to burnout.”
“It’s not about getting it perfect—it’s about finding what works for you and giving yourself permission to grow at your own pace.”
Learn more about Sarah Bowser, That Weird, Nerdy Mom
- Follow Sarah on Instagram: @that_weirdnerdymom
- Visit Sarah’s website: thatweirdnerdymom.com
- Sign up for Sarah's email list: https://thatweirdnerdymom.kit.com/newsletter
- Check out Sarah’s “From Mental Chaos to Calm” coaching program: thatweirdnerdymom.com/mentalchaos/
- Learn about Sarah’s “Get Your Shit Organized” VIP day: thatweirdnerdymom.com/getyourshitorganized/
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