The Life Management System for Working Moms

The Life Management System for Working Moms

A practical podcast for working moms who want less burnout and more breathing room. Each week, host Courtney Cecil shares time-saving strategies, mindset shifts, and real-life systems to help you manage the mental load, avoid overwhelm, and create a life that works for you, not the other way around. If you're a high-achieving mom ready to reclaim your time, energy, and peace, this is your go-to space for building a personalized "life management system" that supports your career, family, and well-being.

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August 12, 2025 20 mins

Back-to-school isn’t just for the kids… it’s your real new year too. And if your calendar still looks like it belongs to the old version of you...the one who said yes to everything and didn’t question the chaos...this episode is your invitation to reset. 🎯In this second episode of our 3-part back-to-school prep series, I’m breaking down exactly how to audit your personal calendar so it reflects your actual values (not just what yo...

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If back‑to‑school season feels like a marathon you didn’t sign up for… you’re not alone. But here’s the good news: this is actually the best time to reset your systems, reclaim your time, and start the year without the chaos.


In this episode, I revisit one of my very first episodes, now updated with even more practical, tactical tips for working moms who want less chaos and more calm during the school year.


🎧 Inside this episode, yo...

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What happens when two former corporate execs ditch the suits for swimsuits… and start planning luxury retreats for moms who do way too much? ✈️


Inside this episode of The Life Management System, I sit down with my dear friend and business partner, Laura Young, a recently “retired” financial exec turned luxury travel expert for working moms. Together, we’re pulling back the curtain on our newest adventure: curating high-end, soul...

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Ever feel like you're doing all the things...working, parenting, managing the house...but still losing yourself in the process?


In this two-part series, I'm sharing one of the most honest, powerful, and deeply validating conversations I've had all year. I was interviewed by Sami Garrett - founder of Good Enough Matrescence (GEM) - where we covered 20 raw questions from the GEM community on navigating burnout, balance...

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Ever feel like you're doing all the things...working, parenting, managing the house...but still losing yourself in the process?


In this two-part series, I'm sharing one of the most honest, powerful, and deeply validating conversations I've had all year. I was interviewed by Sami Garrett - founder of Good Enough Matrescence (GEM) - where we covered 20 raw questions from the GEM community on navigating burnout, balance...

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What happens when a news anchor turns her spotlight inward - on motherhood, mindset, and making it all work?


In this episode of The Life Management System, I sit down with the Kanika Chadda-Gupta - a former CNN anchor turned podcast host, entrepreneur, and mom of three (including twins!). Kanika is the host of the popular show That’s Total Mom Sense, where she interviews celebrities, thought leaders, and everyday moms on the messy, ...

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If you’ve ever felt guilty for loving your job, resentful for doing it all at home, or overwhelmed by the mental gymnastics required to just get through the day, this one’s for you!


In this episode of The Life Management System, I’m airing my expert interview from the Busy Working Moms Blueprint Summit with Dyana Terranova.


🎧 I tackled three of the most common struggles I hear from working moms:
• What are some common work/life bala...

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Ever feel like your family’s CEO, chef, chauffeur, therapist… and yet somehow still the only one who knows where the dang field trip form is? You're not alone, and you’re definitely not crazy!


On this week’s episode of The Life Management System, I’m joined by Dana Malstaff - single mom and founder of Boss Mom - to talk about the mental load, motherhood, and why delegation isn’t a dirty word.


And y’all, not only is she dropping pract...

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Ever feel like the idea of self-care just adds more pressure to your already overloaded schedule? You're not alone, and this episode is here to change the game.


This week, I sit down with wellness trailblazer and burnout prevention expert Erica Diamond. Erica is a certified life coach, speaker, bestselling author, and the founder of Busy to Bliss. She’s on a global mission to redefine self-care and help women stop chasing balance an...

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Ever wish your partner could just see the weight you’re carrying? This episode is for you.👩‍❤️‍👨
This week, I sit down with Zach Watson - mental load coach and podcast host - whose viral content and coaching work are helping men understand the invisible labor of home life and take meaningful ownership of it.
Zach doesn’t just talk about mental load, he teaches men how to build emotional fluency, show up better in their relationship...

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Overbooked, overtired, and already over summer? This episode is your game plan to surviving if your summer is already feeling like a stress marathon filled with snack demands, back-to-back camps, and logistics that rival a NASA launch.


For many of us, summer feels like burnout on steroids, but you can take back control before it steamrolls you.


From unpredictable schedules to the invisible load of vacation prep, moms are holding a ...

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Burnout and the Hidden Mental Load of Modern Moms, with Dr. Sheryl Ziegler


Is it possible to care for your family, hold down a career, and still feel emotionally whole? This episode says yes—with some real talk in between.


In this episode I host Dr. Sheryl Ziegler - family psychologist, speaker, and author of "Mommy Burnout". Our honest and relatable conversation covers how to protect your mental health and what parenti...

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Feeling stuck or uninspired at work? Many of us get stuck in the “messy middle” of life — working, raising our families, juggling it all — and feel woefully uninspired by our careers. But we can still be fulfilled without chasing a new milestone.

In this episode, I share:
• How to take back control of your growth without chasing a promotion
• Easy ways to increase your intellectual stimulation that still provide balance at home
• 6 wa...

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In this episode, I’m proudly airing my interview from Becoming Unstoppable—the podcast hosted by my dear friend, licensed therapist, and women’s empowerment advocate Allison Guilbault.


The episode title says it all:
“You Can Have It All: Let Motherhood Enhance Your Identity, Not Replace It.”
Can I get an AMEN!?
If you’ve ever felt like being a “good mom” means shrinking your life, letting go of your dreams, or carrying an invisible wei...

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Feeling constantly distracted, forgetful, or overwhelmed? You might be wondering if it’s burnout… or something more.


In this episode I host Meredith Carder - an ADHD coach, content creator, and author of It All Makes Sense Now - to unpack the difference between typical “busy mom brain” and the real symptoms of ADHD, and how to work with any family members who do.


🎧 Inside the episode, we explore:
• The difference between burnout, ove...

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Feeling disconnected from your partner while juggling work, parenting, and the chaos of everyday life? You’re not alone. This episode is here to remind you that even in the busiest seasons, connection is possible—and it doesn’t have to be complicated.


Inside this episode, I’m getting real about the challenges of nurturing your marriage during one of the busiest seasons of life.


As I celebrate 19 years with my husband, I’m reflecting ...

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Sarah Centrella - #1 best selling author, business owner, and mom of 3 - is super human. As a single mom, Sarah had to get calculated with her life plans to inspire and engage her young kids. Her story to raise them is inspirational, which is why I hosted her to discuss:
• How starting with the end in mind inspired the life decisions she needed to enable that vision
• How she built a family culture that fostered long-te...

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My clients are always saying "I don't have enough time." I see you, and I was you! That's why inside this episode, I unpack:
✔️The difference between a "wish list" and a "to-do list"
✔️Why "hustle culture" is not contributing to your decision
✔️How I've overcome being chronically disappointed by only have 24 hours in a day

I also reference the following episode:

EPISODE 28 -The secret to how you can "have it all": https://...

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April 1, 2025 20 mins

EPISODE RECAP:Does "mom guilt" swallow you whole and leave you worried you're missing the best years of your life? Momma, you aren't alone! Inside this episode, I unpack:• Why getting aligned on your values can help alleviate guilt• Unintentional baggage you carry from your personal history that increases your guilt• Specific ways you can overcome your guiltI also reference the following episodes:EPISODE 3- How does your history bi...

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Did you know that over 25 MILLION men identify as "lead dad"? Probably not, because society still dictates what we should expect. But Paul Sullivan - Founder of The Company of Dads - is rewriting the script on traditional gender roles. As a "lead dad "of 3 girls, Paul's a major advocate for the current generation of leaders to pave the way for his future daughters.

Inside this episode, we unpacked:
1. How to manage it ...

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