In his push for “more content!” my Social Media Director wore me out this morning. I’m in recovery mode this afternoon. #dudleylab #labradorretriever #dogtired #overscheduled
Ready for today’s episode of “Confessions of a Productivity Coach”? It’s a doozy! First, let me explain that when my family is telling each other excuses we use the phrase “You see, what had happened was…” So expect to see that. 🤣 Also, this is a long story and I recommend you grab your favorite beverage and buckle up. ☕️ Ok…swipe through the images and read what happened! [I’ll wait.] Yep, it was a perfect storm of crazy today and I got through it (so far) but I am also reflecting on where I could say NO next time, perhaps even rescheduling, or find more help. Now I’m curious about you. Is what I described a horror or the norm for you? Or somewhere in-between? #confessions #productivitycoach #productivitycoaching #overbooking #overscheduled #overscheduling #itstoomuch #positivelyproductive #positivelylisa
We live in a busy world where a jam-packed schedule is considered an accomplishment. The busier we are, it seems, the more important we appear to be. But if you’re so busy that you never slow down, you’ll neglect taking care of yourself and end up irritable, exhausted and impatient with those around you, no fun! 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 to combatting feelings of overwhelm and mood challenges. The ingredients will bring you back to a calm reality and stabilize your overscheduled mind. 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝟔𝟎𝟖-𝟐𝟕𝟑-𝟐𝟐𝟐𝟐 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! #stress #overwhelm #overscheduled #irritability #focus #calm #mood #irritable #worry #fear #nervous #stressrelief #stressless #HPA #adrenal #fatigue #exhaustion #nutrition #orthomolecularproducts #health #healing #supplements #wellness #newhealthmadison
Second try at this post… New kitchen felt like it needed some art, and a we needed to remount the calendar for tracking the copious child and family activities. Killed two birds with one stone. The tape masking needed to accomplish that swirl pattern was definitely…interesting
No minis today… However, my wife had decided that we needed our kitchen calendar back after the renovation, but we could also use some art for the walls. 2 birds, 1 stone
Independence & Resilience. ❤️. #freetime #bored #creative #problem #solving #childrens #downtime #overscheduled
If you were guaranteed success, what goal would you go for? Maybe an easier question is, what dream have you put on the shelf because you MIGHT fail? Can I let you in on a secret? You’ve never reached this goal before. So of course, you’re not going to know the exact steps to do it perfectly. In other words, there WILL BE bumps and bobbles along the way. And that’s wonderful news. You don’t have to worry about mistakes or even failures along the way because those missteps just mean you’re figuring stuff out that you didn’t know before. And every attempt, whether you consider it a success or a shipwreck, gets you a little (or a lot) CLOSER TO THAT DREAM. So maybe a better question we can ask ourselves is, “Knowing I’m probably going to make mistakes because I’ve never done this before, what dream will I pursue anyway?” Doesn’t that question just FEEL better? There so much freedom (and hope) when we drop the expectation of perfection. Want some help taking that first step? Message me. . . . . . . . . . #takethatfirststep #reachout #ineedhelp #perfectionismisanillusion #overwhelmed #feelingstuck #doitscared #perfectionismlies #overwhelmedmom #overwhelming #busymomlife #somuchtodo #somuchtodosolittletime #lifeisbusy #busylife #busylifestyle #overworked #overstimulated #overscheduled #toomuchtodo #busymom #getunstuck #perfectionism #perfectionist #recoveringperfectionist #busyness #peoplepleaser
Friends, life is BUSY. I’m drafting this post at a soccer game, having already made the 70-mile round trip to Annapolis this morning running errands. Half of my family is at a softball game. Tomorrow is flag football. With all these sports comes the various practices during the week, and the occasional softball game. There’s Girl Scouts and piano lessons, to say nothing of daily work life for us adults. And of course here in the Baltimore-Washington MSA it takes at least an hour to get anywhere. Later this afternoon we’ll begin packing up our kitchen for a much-needed renovation that’s supposed to take eight weeks, which really means twelve. We always have a ton to do, so it’s tough to find time to play a game. All of which is to say I’m grateful for games like Dorf Romantik the Board Game, which entered our collection a couple of weeks ago. This light and exceedingly pleasant co-op is just the right speed to allow us to connect and to occupy our brains without overtaxing them at the end of another long week. We’ve just scratched the surface, but I very much appreciated the alternative yesterday evening to parking my ample behind on the sofa and second-screening a TV show. I was dubious at first of the “beat your score” aspect of the game, but the unlockable achievements provide just enough of a challenge from game to game and—most importantly—add depth without adding complexity. It doesn’t happen often, but when it does I’ll freely admit when I’m wrong. Dorf Romantik is a winner. #dorfromantiktheboardgame #cooperativegames #gamenightdatenight #overscheduled #boardgames #tabletopgames #brettspiel #brettspiele #jeuxdesociete #juegodemesa #juegosdemesa #boardgamesofinstagram
We live in a busy world where a jam-packed schedule is considered an accomplishment. The busier we are, it seems, the more important we appear to be. But if you’re so busy that you never slow down, you’ll neglect taking care of yourself and end up irritable, exhausted and impatient with those around you, no fun! Cerenity provides a comprehensive approach to combatting feelings of overwhelm and mood challenges. The ingredients will bring you back to a calm reality and stabilize your over scheduled mind. #StressRelief #OverScheduled #irritability #Focus #Calm #Wellness
Do you believe change is possible? Whether you believe it is or you believe it isn’t, YOU’RE RIGHT. Lasting change ALWAYS starts with belief first. But believing something that hasn’t happened yet can be hard (like, really hard). This is where coaching can be a useful tool. See, I BELIEVE YOU CAN DO THIS, and I will help you find that belief in yourself as you MAKE REAL PROGRESS toward your goals. And as you see results, belief becomes easier and results come faster. Before long, reaching your goals becomes inevitable, almost easy. Crazy, right? But it really can be that simple. Do you have an “impossible” goal? If you were guaranteed results, would you go for it? I KNOW that you can do this, so go get ‘em! Want a little help? Message me. . . . . . . . . . . . . #changeispossible #changeisabsolutelypossible #ischangepossible #lastingchange #overwhelmed #feelingstuck #doitscared #mindsetmakeover #overwhelmedmom #overwhelming #busymomlife #somuchtodo #somuchtodosolittletime #lifeisbusy #busylife #busylifestyle #overworked #overstimulated #overscheduled #toomuchtodo #busymom #getunstuck #perfectionism #perfectionist #recoveringperfectionist #busyness #peoplepleaser
We want to hear from Buyers. In the comments, how do you plan to use your home? Check out this flexible home and rate it a 👍🏻, a 👎🏻, or a 🤷🏽♀️. Learn more about it by touring Saturday 4/13 with me (Kim) between 12-2 pm, or call 317-509-8793 to schedule an appointment. Please share this post with family/friends, or, better yet, come together to the Open House! I'll see you there! Did I mention the price was dropped? It's pretty hard to beat! #firsttimehomebuyer #waterview #dreamhome #investmentproperty #overscheduled #frequentflyer #snowbird #retirement #retirementgoals #limitedactivity #healthandwellness #joggersdream #bicycling #shopping #dining #desirableschools #relaxation #stressfreelife #homesunder300k #homesnearindy #pricereduction #priceadjustment #openhouse @chaggarandwhiterealty #lifestyleleaders
In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Anne Fishel advises parents and kids to talk about their possible feelings of stress and overwhelm during busy seasons. Here are a few ideas to help you get the conversation started! #stress #mentalhealth #stressmanagement #conversation #conversationstarters #familydinner #dinnerconversation #busy #overscheduled #overwhelmed
On this podcast episode I'll tell you about the benefits of tweens and teens engaging in activities such as participating in sports or clubs. I'll also tell you about the downside of tweens and teens being overscheduled. From kids who have no time to get their homework done to kids who experience constant stress or even have their mental health impacted negatively by doing too much. Not sure if your child is overscheduled? I'll give you three signs to look for to help you determine if your teen could benefit from some regular free time. Listen to this episode wherever you find your podcasts or here: https://www.laurencounseling.com/podcast #overscheduled #parenting #mentalhealth #parentingteens #parentingtweens
The end of the school year...ugh! Such a busy, fun, busy, exciting, stressful, (and did we mention busy?) time! On the latest episode of The Family Dinner Project Podcast, we're dishing on the May Madness -- what all those packed schedules mean for our kids (and us), how to give yourself some grace when it comes to the whole dinner thing, and what you can do to make mealtimes easier when you're feeling the crunch. Listen at the link in our bio or wherever you get your podcasts! #familydinner #podcast #endofschoolyear #busy #overscheduled #dinnerideas #mealideas #mealplanning #makeahead #mentalhealth #familytime
It’s easy for me to get over scheduled. There’s lots I want to do and lots my kids want to do. Not to mention the things we have to do. But I’ve learned from a lot of trial and error that being over scheduled is not good for any of us. It adds stress. It adds frustration. It often adds tears- both for my kids and also for me. Sometimes I have to set myself down and give myself this little talk. Maybe you need it too? Save and share it because May is just around the corner and we may all need the reminder again in a few weeks 😉 #overscheduled #toomanyprojects #toomuchtodo #simplify #lessismore #slowdowntime #lessstress #moretime #momhelp #moretime
#modernparenting #connection #overscheduled #neurodivergent #parentinghelp #overstimulated
#burnthecandleatbothends . #causearuckus #actlikeyoubelong #cycling #triathlon #triathlontraining #tritraining #spartan #spartantraining #ocr #ocrtraining #gymhumor #gymmemes #workouthumor #workoutmemes #workoutmeme #cyclinghumor #cyclingmemes #cyclingmeme #triathlonhumor #triathlonmemes #triathlonmeme #runninghumor #runningmemes #ocrmemes #weightlifting #overscheduled #toobusy #notnowimbusy #gogetter
They plan their weeks and follow their plan 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Honestly, that's how they make more free time. They plan their week before it starts. They follow their plan even when they don't want to. They didn't start out with a magic anti-procrastination juice. They started just like you. Wishing they had more time to play with their kids or to workout but finding that they felt like they were always running out of time. When they did a time assessment, they found that they were spending a bit too much time in areas they didn't want to (I'm looking at you social media) and not as much in other areas. At the beginning of 1:1 coaching, we did a time assessment and then created an "ideal week". From these two items and their weekly brain dump we create their weekly schedule each week. You could have more free time in as little as two weeks from now. What would you do with more free time? Walk your dog? Do yoga? Brunch dates? DM me for more information about my 1:1 coaching and how we can get you going on more brunch dates. #freetime #tomuchtodo #overcommitted #overscheduled #momlife #busymom #overwhelmedmom #MommyLife #MomGoals #MotherhoodSimplified #LifeAsAMom #MomsWhoWork #StayAtHomeMom #MotherhoodRising #Mommyhood #MomLifeUnfiltered #MotherhoodInspired #MomSupport #MommyDiaries #MotherhoodMoments #MomStrength #MommyBlogger #BusyMom #MommyNeedsACoffee #MotherhoodChallenges #MomLifeBalance
Parent exhaustion and burnout is real. We're expected to wear all the hats, do the jobs of multiple people, raise a generation that's stronger, better, faster than the rest...and a lot of the time, nobody wins. What's lost in all of this is time for connection and rest. If you're feeling depleted by the slog of your daily routine, check out these tips to help simplify the day to day. #parenting #burnout #overscheduled #visualschedules #adhd #autism #specialneeds #parentingonthespectrum #autismeducation #autismawareness #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentingwithpurpose #reflectiveparenting
We’re really taking advisor that extra day this year 😛😂🤣 #Overscheduled #AWC #AmericanWomensClub #Bern #BusyThursday
We live in a busy world where a jam-packed schedule is considered an accomplishment. The busier we are, it seems, the more important we appear to be. But if you’re so busy that you never slow down, you’ll neglect taking care of yourself and end up irritable, exhausted, and impatient with those around you, no fun! Cerenity provides a comprehensive approach to combatting feelings of overwhelm and mood challenges. The ingredients will bring you back to a calm reality and stabilize your overscheduled mind. #stress #overwhelm #overscheduled #irritability #focus #calm #mood #irritable #worry #fear #nervous #stressrelief #stressless #HPA #adrenal #fatigue #exhaustion #nutrition #orthomolecularproducts #health #healing #supplements #wellness
Do you ever feel like you're not in control of your days? Like someone else controls your schedule and you're just along for the ride? If we're not intentional about where we put our time and attention, we might wake up one day and realize we weren't focused on what truly mattered. Here's your permission to stop the hamster wheel and TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR CALENDAR! It's time to make time for the things that truly deserve your attention and let go of those things that don't. Wondering HOW to do this? Shoot me a DM and I'll add you to my 5 day email series on Calming the Calendar Chaos. These aren't your average scheduling tips. Once I incorporated these tips, my WHOLE APPROACH to time shifted. Or you can just keep doing what you're doing. Let me know how the hamster wheel is treating you 🙂 #ATTENTION #workingmoms #entrepreneurlife #overtired #overscheduled #overwhelmed
This is what’s getting me through the week... anyone else? 🤣 ☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️ #coffee #overscheduled #mompreneur #entrepeneurlife #humpday
Popping into your feed on an ordinary Tuesday morning to remind you that rest is a great strength ☺️
It's Sunday, and that means it's time for a weekly calendar review with the household! 📆 Not seeing this til Monday? No prob! Do it tonight! ✔️ Pro-tip: launch this practice with your work team! 👩🏽🏫 #hardworkingprofessional #procrastinator #perfectionist #calendarreview #productiveweek #nosurprises #busyschedules #overscheduled #lillianramsdencoach #yourcheerleader #yougotthis #igotyou
We live in a busy world where a jam-packed schedule is considered an accomplishment. The busier we are, it seems, the more important we appear to be. But if you’re so busy that you never slow down, you’ll neglect taking care of yourself and end up irritable, exhausted and impatient with those around you, no fun! Cerenity provides a comprehensive approach to combatting feelings of overwhelm and mood challenges. The ingredients will bring you back to a calm reality and stabilize your overscheduled mind. #stress #overwhelm #overscheduled #irritability #focus #calm #mood #irritable #worry #fear #nervous #stressrelief #stressless #HPA #adrenal #fatigue #exhaustion #nutrition #orthomolecularproducts #health #healing #supplements #wellness
"Find your footing beneath you." This was the first cue that was given today in Pilates class & it brought tears to the surface. Something so simple, stirred up something deep within me. Find your footing beneath you. 🌊 How hard has that been for you to do so far this year? Have you felt the same struggle I have as well? You swore this was the year you were going to have your shit together. You wouldn’t let things go to the wayside, you wouldn’t get double-booked and you’d be happy to be where you committed to be… and after just a few days in your plan crumbled. Tired. Overrun. Overcommitted. Frazzled. And those things you promised you would do for YOU have been set on the back burner. For me, it was Pilates class. Today was the first day of the new year that I actually showed up. It’s funny because I help clients energetically schedule their lives and I am proud that I often do a great job of that for myself as well. Then, enter the first few weeks of 2024 and boy did I get humbled by that. Busy has been my state. Busy with good things - great things, actually - but busy nonetheless. This very recent experience makes me an even better teacher than I’ve been before when it comes to energetically scheduling your life. Listen, I get it. For the most part, you love your flexible schedule until it starts to catch up with you & bites you in the ass. You’re available for everyone else until you hit the point of being exhausted & unable to keep up with it all. Before you know it you’re feeling used & abused by your so-called flexibility. If this is you, I’m going to help you not only create a schedule you love but also help you understand why you’re struggling to stick to it. You’re going learn how to honor your natural tendencies & work with yourself rather than against yourself. When you combine those powerful lessons, what you walk away with is a schedule that energizes you… not one that depletes you. Goodbye frazzled, hello calm, cool & collected. On Saturday, February 3rd I’m hosting a free masterclass called How to Energetically Schedule Your Life. Comment ENERGIZE ME & I’ll hook ya up! #overscheduled #honoringboundaries
you can miss me that one ✌️ . . . . . . . #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #overfunctioning #highfunctioninganxiety #highachievingwomen #highachievers #millennials #millennialmoms #overscheduled #avoidance #intellectualizing #therapistofinstagram #therapyhacks #oldestdaughter #anxiouswomen #anxiousmoms
A slow and simple life, without pressure, stress and hustle, can feel very counter-cultural. But I wouldn't go back if you paid me a million bucks! I'm living a courageously slow life. It's taken me a lot of hard work to get here. And I feel a bit weird among my stressed-out, busy friends. I hope I can be an inspiration ☺️🪴☀️🙏 but I might just be the weird friend 🤪 Say yes to rest and play my friends ♥️
I was at dinner with a close friend and fellow therapist a few weeks ago. She turned to me and said, “I’m competent. But you’re HYPER-COMPETENT.” She paused, “And I don’t think it always serves you.” It’s funny how the things that help you succeed can bite you in the ass. If you’re smart, hard-working, nice, and good at lots of things - you may be at risk of saying “yes” to too many things. People will likely ask you to do things because they trust you to crush it. Or you just do it ‘cause you know it’ll get done the right way. So this is where we gots to talk about capability vs capacity. → Can you do a thing? Hell yeah. → Can you do that other thing over there? Naturally. → And how about these other 20 things? Ugh, Yes. But please God, no. Because you’re hella capable. But you also only have so much time and energy (aka- capacity). So you can’t just make decisions about your time and to-do list based on whether or not you’re capable of doing it on its own. You HAVE to take your capacity and the million other things on your to-do list into account. If you don’t, success will almost always come with a side of burnout and resentment. Which is kind of a downer. #workingtoohard #overworking #doingtoomuch #overscheduled #lifecoaching101
That extra hour of rest can be golden. Even when you don’t plan it 🤨. A rare sleeping through my alarm morning but waking up in time for a short run and mobility work session before work. Sleep has always been underrated for me. I have come to appreciate the fact that if I don’t give my body enough of it, my body will find a way to get it. #overslept #needmoresleep #overscheduled #rest #athlete #coach #mamaswan
Time to yourself is like the water you drink and the air you breathe. It gives you energy. It clears your head. It makes you better at everything you do. You show up as the mother, the wife, the friend, the leader you want to be. You restore your balance, you connect with yourself and you fill up your tank. You don’t need permission to take time for yourself. From you or anyone else. You need to prioritize and normalize taking time for yourself. It keeps you healthy, it keeps you present, it helps you think, and it helps you show up the way you want to for your business and everyone in your life. If your off-switch feels broken, taking time for yourself seems impossible, tired is your new normal, and you just can’t seem to muster up that inner passion you used to feel for your business, there’s a good chance that you’re in burnout. Do nothing and it will get worse. Get help and things will start to look and feel very different. Your mojo will come back, you’ll feel connected and engaged again, and that heavy exhaustion with the side of pressure and frustration, will leave for good. ************************ I work one to one with e-commerce store owners who feel exhausted. They’re overworked, overwhelmed, and stressed out, and they don’t know what to do about it. I help them figure out how to get control over whatever’s in their way, so they can finally enjoy what they’ve worked so hard to achieve. Book a call to learn more about working with me. I’ll explain how I can help you and we’ll talk through any questions that you might have about hiring me as your coach.
Happy Mindful Sunday 😀 #beingwithself #overscheduled #children #artofbeingalone #lifeskills #solitude #meditation #busyworld #metime #unschooling #selfled
Showing up as the leader you want to be in your business feels impossible when you’re exhausted and stretched thin. You put work off, you snap at people, or you make decisions that don’t serve your business. You lack the capacity to show up as the leader that you’re capable of being if you lead from an empty tank. This can look like skipping your yoga classes or not getting enough sleep. It can look like skipping meals or working through too many weekends. Too much of this and you end up depleted. Your capacity to handle a challenging situation, solve a problem or even stay on task, diminishes significantly. A mistake or a missed deadline can hit you like a brick wall. You react with anger or even apathy instead of as the leader you are capable of being. Showing up for yourself first is an essential habit for good leaders and I can help you do that. Together we’ll figure out what that looks like specifically for you and create a plan that you can execute. ************************ I work one to one with e-commerce store owners who feel exhausted. They’re overworked, overwhelmed, and stressed out, and they don’t know what to do. I help them figure out how to get control over whatever’s in their way, so they can finally enjoy what they’ve worked so hard to achieve. Book a call to learn more about working with me. I’ll explain how I can help you and we’ll talk through any questions that you might have about hiring me as your coach. #smallbusinessowner #onlinebusiness #onlineboutique #mindsetmatters #timemanagement #priorities #worklifebalance #goals #storeowner #confidence #busy #hustle #overwhelmed #tired #slowdown #perfectionism #procrastination #mindset #overworked #overscheduled
#parentingcoach #parentingconsultant #parentinghacks #parentingtips #parentsofinstagram #instareels #parentinghumor #gentleparenting #momsofinstagram #dadsofinstagram #emotionalintelligence #adhd #slp #adhdawareness #neurodivergent #neurodiversitymatters #gentleparenting #momsofinstagram #dadsofinstagram #overscheduled #extracurricular #slowdown #adhd #neurospicy #winterbreak
The mom gig is tough, you guys. Car sandwich, because I almost forgot to eat between filling baking orders, Muber (mom Uber) duties, and fighting the grocery crowds. #momsunite #maytheoddsbeeverinyourfavor #holidaycrunchtime #overscheduled @aldiusa cheese @canyonglutenfree bread #glutenfreeontherun
Here's a friendly reminder that your child's behaviour this holiday season may have deeper meaning. Actually, most of these are probably true for your partner too! Remember to take the time to slow down and enjoy all the good things this season brings. #atlanticwellness #overscheduled #meltdown
I had something else entirely in mind for today's post, but I spent all afternoon at a kids cookie decorating party. How on earth did that turn into a post about wanting you to take shortcuts this Christmas? #hodgepodgehomesteading #christmas #parenting #giveyourselfgrace #momguilt #overscheduled #christmasmagic #keepitsimple #simpleliving #simplefun
Her cast part for Elf Jr last evening... I officially announce it as Christmas Cray Season. #overscheduled
“Creative” doesn’t necessarily mean “professionally employed artist,” either. It can include artists (with or without day jobs), healers, entrepreneurs, visionaries, empaths, innovators, highly-sensitive people, and others. These practices are not optional! What is optional for others is *necessary self care* for creatives/visionaries. Not having these regular practices is one of the reasons why you feel drained, stuck, or unclear about your direction. Our culture has told us our value is based on our tangible productivity, and that’s a load of B.S. 💩 We are all human *beings,* not human doings. It is easy to feel ungrounded and lose your way when you are doing more than being. Reassess your priorities. Adjust as needed. You were built this way for a reason. And you deserve a lifestyle that honors and uplifts how you were built. For your own enjoyment, yes. But also so that you can actually share your gifts with the world — and the world needs them, and you! The first step is to start giving yourself *space,* energetically. Prioritize your rest. Prioritize your joy. Prioritize your peace. Prioritize your creative time. All of these mean learning how to say NO to things not aligned with these priorities. Start small if you need to. And gradually grow these practices. I love you. 🧡~J. . 🦋 Credits: Original quote by Sylvester McNutt III @sylvestermcnutt. Commentary and image by Jamila White - Psychic, Life Coach, Author. Follow me at @inspired.jamila on IG and on Facebook at http://fb.me/inspiredjamila (links in bio). #creativity #creatives #rest #recharge #being #justbe #artists #creativityquotes #artistquotes #restquotes #overscheduled #quotestoliveby #heartcenteredliving #heartcentered #priorities #sylvestermcnutt #lifecoach #jamilawhite
Sometimes goals can feel overwhelming because it seems like the results will take forever! Losing 50 pounds. Creating financial security. Writing that book. We all have our own list. And it's true, most worth-while goals take more than a day to accomplish. But when we focus on how long it's going to take or how hard it's going to be, those thoughts tend to drain us of all the energy to even start. We can feel frozen or stuck - wondering where to begin. This is TOTALLY NORMAL. Our human brains love to keep us safe (read comfortable). But as critical thinkers, we can thank our minds for trying to protect us while still creating the REAL, LASTING CHANGE we crave. One way to overcome this initial barrier is to shift our focus. Rather than stewing about how long our goals will take, we can redirect our brains to answer "What can I do TODAY to get me closer to what I want tomorrow?" Our brains are really good problem solvers, and when we give them better questions to answer, they ALWAYS come through with great ideas to implement. Because whether we begin or we don't, the time will pass anyway. We might as well make some progress along the way, right? What goal have you been sitting on because it will take a long time? What's ONE THING you can do today to make that dream more of a reality? I can help you create a plan. Just message me for a free consult. . . . . . . . . #lifecoach #lifecoachforwomen #lifecoachformoms #christianlifecoach #lifehacking #productivitytips #goalgetter #positivevibes #mindset #mindsetcoaching #personaldevelopment #mindfulnesscoach #feelbetter #overwhelmed #feelingstuck #doitscared #mindsetmakeover #overwhelmedmom #overwhelming #busymomlife #somuchtodo #somuchtodosolittletime #lifeisbusy #busylife #overworked #overstimulated #overscheduled #toomuchtodo #busymom #getunstuck
Being a ‘busy bee’ 🐝 can really take its toll by the end of the day so I wanted to check in at the start. Self-care looks different for all of us. Maybe it’s a few minutes of mindfulness, a short walk, or a cup of tea. My go to is a hot cup of Bengal Spice tea ☕️ in my favourite mug, while it’s hot. With the perpetual demands of being the go-to person, how do you navigate setting time aside to safeguard your own well-being? #TimeAndPlaceCoaching #OutdoorCoaching #ICFCoach #SelfCare #Mindfulness #BusyBee #EvokeAwareness #WellnessMatters #OverScheduled #SmellTheFlowers
👉🏻 4 examples of high functioning anxiety! 1. You might find yourself setting unrealistic high standards for yourself. You might strive to get a 4.0 throughout college or graduate school. You could also set unrealistic expectations related to your sport. 2. You also find yourself over scheduling yourself and never taking breaks. You probably have a packed schedule filled with work, family, friend, and other activities. This allows you to not take the time to reflect on how you are feeling. Along with this, you find yourself not scheduling any breaks during the week or over the weekend. You also might find yourself having a hard time relaxing over holidays or vacations due to thinking about your long to do list. 3. You find yourself being over critical about yourself but avoiding criticism from others. You constantly think about how you could do better and accomplish more. But on the other hand, you will avoid being criticized by family members by avoiding conflict. You also avoid being criticized at work by not asking for feedback 4. You don’t want to try new things due to not wanting to be bad at it. You don’t want other people to see that you aren’t good at something. For example, you might not try pickleball due to fear of being bad at it and not being the best. Which one of these can you relate to?? Tell me in the comments! Follow @mentalhealthbymaria for more high functioning anxiety tips! Disclaimer: Instagram is not therapy. #highfunctioninganxiety #anxiety #anxietysupport #anxietyrelief #anxietyawareness #perfectionism #unrealisticexpectations #highstandards #overscheduled #nobreaks #criticism #overcritical #avoidance #fearoffailure #teletherapy #anxietytherapy #anxietytherapist #wisconsin #wisconsintherapist
We live in a busy world where a jam-packed schedule is considered an accomplishment. The busier we are, it seems, the more important we appear to be. But if you’re so busy that you never slow down, you’ll neglect taking care of yourself and end up irritable, exhausted and impatient with those around you, no fun! Cerenity provides a comprehensive approach to combatting feelings of overwhelm and mood challenges. The ingredients will bring you back to a calm reality and stabilize your overscheduled mind. #reedspharmacyutah #stress #overwhelm #overscheduled #irritability #focus #calm #mood #irritable #worry #fear # nervous #stressrelief #stressless #HPA #adrenal #fatigue #exhaustion #nutrition #orthomolecularproducts #health #healing #supplements #wellness
Over-scheduling is an issue I see a lot. Parents want the best for their children, of course they do. This can manifest in a child attending clubs or training before school, doing a full day of lessons, then taking on another activity or club before heading home - where homework awaits. Maybe there’s only the briefest “free time” before bed - then it all starts again in the morning. No wonder anxiety rates are rising so rapidly among our precious young people. Helping them learn to relax, to “be” instead of doing/achieving/learning all the time is a gift. Yoga nidra relaxation is a great tool to help. #yoga #yogaforkidsandteens #yogaforschools #yoga4kids #childrensyoga #childrensyogateacher #calmforkids #calmkids #yoganidra #yoganidramindfulness #mindfulkids #mindfulkidsyoga #mindfulness #mindfulnessinschoolsproject #mindfulnessforkidsandparents #relax #relaxation #deeprelaxation #overscheduled #overscheduledkids #doless #mindfulkidscommunity #rest
I have a love/hate relationship with November. It is always the busiest month of the year for me. I love getting out and meeting people but I also hate being so over scheduled. It is the nature of my business and you have to learn to be flexible. We are now half way through the month, I hope to see some of you while I am out and about! What is your favorite thing to do this time of year? #showseason #overscheduled #indianaartisan #independentartist #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #indianamade #indianaowned #handfabricatedjewelry
As we move into the busy holiday season, it’s more important than ever to protect our time, and take good care of ourselves. With the time change, the days, growing shorter, this time of year can be a really productive time to rest, do less and make space for the changes for the coming year to seed and root. You have to manage your own issues with overcommitting or saying yes to things you aren’t sure you want to do. You also have to protect your space from people who benefit from you over committing and doing things be on your capacity. The people who deserve to be in your circle, will make space for what you need. If you have always taken care of these things, or said, yes, they are going to need to adjust, and you should give them some grace as they make room for the better boundaries you. Not only are you allowed to take care of you and determine what you need, in doing so, you said a great example for other people in your life of what it looks like to care for ourselves, in the ways that matter most. #selfcare #boundaries #selfdevelopment #drchris #holidayseason #overscheduled #busy #busymom #timemanagement #introvert #introvertproblems #rest #recharge #anxiety #depression #change #growth #needs #care #communication #love #beautiful #happy #content
Today, I am grateful for: Rare moments free from to-do lists and clock hands, when our brains swirl around creating magic worlds and champagne thoughts, and our feet rest on river rocks without the worry of where to move to next. #courage #courageous #courageously #courageousliving #trust #faith #faithfully #faithful #courageouslyandfaithfully #hsp #highlysensitiveperson #hspparenting #hspparent #workingmom #workingmomlife #creativenonfiction #writerslife #writer #blessings #gratitude #hopewriter #mentalhealth #mentalhealthday #overscheduled
In over your head… Drowning in stress? “I'm too busy taking care of everyone else to take care of myself.” Trying to please everyone else leads to burnout and getting sick trying. Don’t neglect your own health and wellbeing. Sadly, there probably won’t be anyone to take care of you. #myintegrativetherapist #caregiverburnout #peoplepleaser #takingcareofmyself #drowninginstress #stressedout #metime #nourishyourself #toobusy #overwhelmed #setboundaries #prioritizeyourhealth #exhaustion #inovermyhead #overscheduled #notimeforme #reprioritize #unpluggedtime #timeoff #familytime #valueyourself
In order to grow, you have to make changes, even tough ones. My digital marketing journey has been full of all the emotions. I have learned so much and as I pivot, I will apply what I’ve learned on a new path. Today has been about making the decision with the help of an awesome mentor in the community. My niche may be different but my digital marketing journey will continue in a new way. Tomorrow I start a new chapter in this journey. Huge shout out to @side.hustlingmama for her help, guidance and support. Digital marketing journey Organization No more clutter More time More freedom More order #organizationgoals #organizationtips #organizeyourhome #organizeyourlife #overscheduled #procrastinators #neurodivergent #everythinghasahome #timemanagement #todolistguide #todolists #busymomlife #clutter #clutterfree #clutterfreeliving #clutterfreehome #clutterfreelife #clutterfreewithkids #nomoreclutter #schedules #thoughts #organizedhome
If we want a different result, We need to DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT. Not just once, but over and over again until we see change. And if that "something different" doesn’t produce the exact result we want, we stay encouraged, knowing that we WILL figure this out. So, we take the experience and learn... What worked? What didn't? What can we tweak moving forward? AND WE TRY AGAIN. Since we know that nothing changes if nothing changes, WE EMBRACE CHANGE. That, my friend, is the formula of success. It's actually simpler than we often want to believe, but it works. What new result do you want in your life? What change can you make TODAY to get you closer to your goal? If that isn’t the magic bullet, what can you learn and adjust to get you closer? Your new results are closer than you think. Want some help? Please reach out. . . . . . . . . #nothingchangesifnothingchanges #Iwantchange #Iwantachange #Iwantsomethingdifferent #thereishope #changeisintheair #changeispossible #realchangeispossible #overwhelmed #feelingstuck #doitscared #mindsetmakeover #overwhelmedmom #overwhelming #busymomlife #somuchtodo #somuchtodosolittletime #lifeisbusy #busylife #busylifestyle #overworked #overstimulated #overscheduled #toomuchtodo #busymom #getunstuck
Like you, my days are often jammed packed. I use both GoogleCalendar and a #wonderland222 B6 paper planner (old school style!) to keep me on track and almost everything gets scheduled. But the thing that I’ve neglected, whose importance is becoming all too clear, is making a place marker in my day to eat. Yes, with all my running around and activity, I never think about eating until I’m starving. Which is not the relationship I want with food. Food is fuel and fuel is non negotiable. Do you meal prep for the week? Do you pack a lunch? Do you live off protein bars? Would you please share your hacks? 🌯🥗🥪🍗🍱🍜🍤🍳 #pilatesinstructor #gyrotonictrainer #personaltrainer #barreteacher #independentcontractor #fuelyourbody #overscheduled #mealprepfordummies #protein #proteinsources #eatingonthego
Question: How can you do it all - AND still be a good parent? Last week on The Happy Families Podcast we looked at 'Time Crunch Moments' - those moments in family life where: 🧨 the pressure is on, ⏰ time is limited, and 🤦♀️ our kids are NOT being compliant! The crazy morning rush, making school lunches, dinner dilemmas, the dreaded 'witching hour'... And creating margin! Here are 5 ideas for 'Creating Margin' that will make all the difference when it comes to an over scheduled, over-busy life! 🤷Accept that you cannot do it all (and that you are not supposed to do it all!) ️👨👩👧👦 Be intentional; recognise what your priorities are. 🛒 What can you outsource? Seek external help (ideas: getting your groceries delivered, meal swapping, employing a cleaner, or carpooling etc.) 🙅🏽♀️ Learn to say no - it is impossible to do everything! 🧹 Kids contributing within the household is key! You can listen to the full episode #866 via the podcast link in our bio. #drjustincoulson #positiveparenting #happyfamilies #parenting #busylife #relationships #overscheduled #acceptance #creatingmargin #housework #connection #parentalexhaustion #mentalload #thehappyfamiliespodcast
Sometimes there are a LOT of demands on our time and attention. And sometimes we have plenty in the wellbeing tank to share around, be there for other people, fulfil our responsibilities and enjoy our life. But there are also times when that tank feels very low and the demands upon us remain high. This is a dangerous time as we can find ourselves burning out, feeling resentful and becoming vulnerable to illness and fatigue. So it really matters that we place a high value on our own wellbeing - only you know how much is still in that tank - and protect it. This weekend, this half term (if you are about to begin that) it’s ok to prioritise yourself too. Make sure you build in time to relax and replenish. Avoid over-scheduling - downtime is time well spent and bored kids are, eventually, creative kids! Take care of you. Some holly trees have spiky leaves as protection from being munched by herbivores - take inspiration and don’t let life munch away at you either!! 💚 #selfcare #selfcaretips #selfcarefirst #takecareofyourself #takecareofyou #bekindtoyourself #wellbeing #relax #relaxing #relaxation #relaxationmatters #replenish #restore #nervoussystem #nervoussystemregulation #selfprotection #selfpreservation #halfterm #halftermideas #overscheduled #lookafteryourself #boundaries #healthyboundaries #boundariesarehealthy
✨It’s a common misconception that focusing on what feels good or what’s going well in your life means ignoring the hard stuff. This couldn’t be further from the truth. It’s important, no essential, to acknowledge your perspective, to validate your feelings, and to comfort yourself when things aren’t the way you want them to be. If your sales aren’t where you want them to be, if your kids are struggling or your marriage feels strained, it’s normal to feel frustrated, scared, or disappointed. This is normal and just like you would comfort your child or your friend or probably a complete stranger, you need to comfort yourself and give yourself the time and space you need to allow these feelings to rise and fall in your body. It is only then that you can assess the situation, decide how you want to think about it and what you want to do next. This is when focusing on what’s good brings more good into your life. Life is 50/50 and it is unrealistic to expect only one side of that or to expect yourself to only feel one side of that. You are human and feeling all of your emotions is part of the human experience. ************************ I work 1:1 with store owners to help them live their lives with less pressure and far more happiness. I help them figure out how to get control over whatever’s in their way, so they can finally enjoy what they’ve worked so hard to achieve. Book a call to learn more about working with me. I’ll explain how I can help you and we’ll talk through any questions that you might have about hiring me as your coach. #smallbusinessowner #onlinebusiness #onlineboutique #mindsetmatters #timemanagement #priorities #worklifebalance #goals #storeowner #confidence #busy #hustle #overwhelmed #tired #slowdown #courage #mindset #overworked #overscheduled #tired #maketimeforyou #stressed #storeowner #focus #planning #positivevibes #stressreduction #emotionalregulation
What a game! CH wins a nail biter vs Riverton with 7 seconds to go. 13-12. Connor had a great game, we love watching him out there! ❤️ Videos to come later tonight once we get home from a choir performand cheer practice 😂. #Stevensfamontherun #Overscheduled 😂 #GoConnorGo
Thinking that chiropractic adjustments are the same as your kid walking on your back is akin to thinking because you have pliers and a mirror at home that you should try pulling that painful tooth yourself. . We are in an epidemic of over scheduled families and it’s killing the parents. Replace “we can do both” with, “we can do anything, we cannot do everything.” . When a friend or a patient is struggling and asks for advice, and I give it, then the next time you see them they ask if there is anything else they can do, only to find out that they haven’t yet consistently followed the first advice—that’s a tough spot to be as that friend or health care provider. . Sleep is priority #1. Sacrifice any other element of your life until sleep becomes attainable. Or deal with the consequences. . #chiropractic #gonstead #gonsteadchiropractic #funny #backpain #neckpain #sciatica #adrenalfatigue #overscheduled
🎙️New Episode Today🎙️ Saying no is so hard for many of us, especially if you're a people pleaser. It's how we find ourselves overcommitted, stressed out, and ultimately burnt out. But we need to realize that saying no is not being selfish, setting boundaries and managing how and where you spend your time is a healthy habit, and it's how you create balance in all areas of your life. In today’s episode I'm walking you through my steps on how to start saying no…. without the guilt! 🎙️link in bio🎙️
Two very important name changes this week. The first is one that I've been contemplating for a long time. After the divorce, I kept my married name because the kids had that name, and the three of us felt like a team. But now we're all older and a lot has changed, and now it feels right to go back to my maiden name of Dr Natalie Barre. You can still find me on the AHPRA register under Dr Natalie Reidy, but give me a few weeks to change that! The second name change is a little tweak to my business name, which is now Live An Intentional Life. I've been getting all my ducks in a row with my business name, new domain name, and othe bits, and this has required a liitle change! Next week I'll share the new website and a new freebie with you, and there's lots more coming after that too. Pic of me at the zoo today with the family, excited for the future under these two new names 😊 #doingless #thequietlife #thesimplelife #wellbeing #mentalwellbeing #planning #planningyourday #schedulerest #selfcare #doless #dolessbemore #timemanagement #plannercommunity #lifecoach #lifecoaching #lifecoachaustralia #lifecoachingaustralia #dailyplanner #dailygoals #overscheduled #2024diary #2024planner #planner2023 #lifegoals #dailyhabits #weeklyhabits #weeklygoals #personalgrowth #liveanintentionallife
Who are you? What makes you feel good? What delights you? What do you love to do? How do you like to have fun? What fills up your cup and leaves you feeling satisfied and fulfilled? What’s important to you? What do you want more of in your life? What would you like to change? Close your eyes, put your hand on your heart, take a deep breath and connect to you. Not you the store owner or you the Mom or you the sister, wife or daughter. You. Who you are is so much more than what you do. You matter. ************************ I work 1:1 with store owners to help them live their lives with less pressure and far more happiness. I help them figure out how to get control over whatever’s in their way, so they can finally enjoy what they’ve worked so hard to achieve. Book a call to learn more about working with me. I’ll explain how I can help you and we’ll talk through any questions that you might have about hiring me as your coach. #smallbusinessowner #onlinebusiness #onlineboutique #mindsetmatters #timemanagement #priorities #worklifebalance #goals #storeowner #confidence #busy #hustle #overwhelmed #tired #slowdown #courage #mindset #overworked #overscheduled #tired #maketimeforyou #stressed #storeowner #focus #planning #youmatter
The purpose of this wall calendar is to: 1) prioritize big family commitments 2) avoid over-scheduling speaking engagements 3) reserve chunks of time for fun travel and writing So what do I feel when I consult the calendar? Exhausted #priorities #wallcalendar #goodintentionsgonewrong #family #speaking #travel #overscheduled #thespeakinglife #thewritinglife #onthego
Ever feel like the world is spinning too fast? Schedules jam-packed, demands on your time that never seem to end? ‘A Precarious Balance’ invites you to press pause and reclaim some of that time for yourself. The linework at the edges? Swift, jagged, echoing the stress of endless to-dos. Yet it mellows towards the center, carving out a haven of serenity. In this space of stillness, a small pebble rests, savoring a moment of calm before it rolls back into the everyday hustle and bustle. "Grinding to a halt, she takes a deep breath and exhales slowly, knowing that the balance could tip and she’ll just have to roll with it. But this moment, right now, it is hers." These words capture the essence of this artwork — a reflection of the modern-day struggle for balance. But they also remind us that even in the busiest of days, there are moments of stillness just waiting to be claimed. How do you create calm within your chaos? Share what works for you in the comments (I’ll go first) 👇 ___________ Myra Teak at @smebbleart A Precarious Balance, 2021, 5x7 inch Saucers series Liquid watercolor and ink on cotton paper (For sale, link in bio ✨) #smebbleart #abstractpaintings #artinspiration #artistmom #balanceinlife #busylife #findingbalance #managingstress #mentalhealthart #mindfulmoment #mixedmediaonpaper #orangeaesthetic #overscheduled #reclaimyourtime #smallbusinessaz #selfcareart #selfcarejourney #timeforyourself #tucsonartist #watercolorartist
How you show up in your business everyday is a direct result of your perspective: The way you’re choosing to think about your business and the things that happen in it. It’s true. That late shipment, the grumpy customer, or that order that seems to have disappeared doesn’t have to derail your plans or ruin your day. Try this instead: Notice how you feel and spend a minute or two just relaxing with it. Take a breath, let it out slowly and calm yourself down. Next, accept the situation for what it is and decide what you’re going to do about it. This means that instead of reacting to or resisting the way it is or what happened, you look at what you have control over, decide the outcome that you want, and you plan what you will do to make that happen. Once you’ve done that, you can evaluate the situation and decide if there is anything you would do differently next time to reduce the chances of this happening again. You drop the drama, you have your own back, you solve the business problem, and you get on with your day. You’ll save so much time and energy doing it this way, AND you won’t end up behind and feeling even worse by the end of the day either. ****************** I work 1:1 with store owners to help them live their lives with less pressure and far more happiness. I help them figure out how to get control over whatever’s in their way, so they can finally enjoy what they’ve worked so hard for. Book a call to learn more about working with me. I’ll explain how I can help you and we’ll talk through any questions that you might have about hiring me as your coach. #smallbusinessowner #onlinebusiness #onlineboutique #mindsetmatters #timemanagement #priorities #worklifebalance #goals #storeowner #confidence #busy #hustle #overwhelmed #tired #slowdown #perfectionism #procrastination #mindset #overworked #overscheduled
"Missing out" on shallow, superficial, temporary fun, material and things to build, create & provide is never a loss. #fomo #overwhelmed #overscheduled #selfdiscovery #tiktokuk #tiktokusa #justrelax #mindset #mindsetmotivation #yoursoulsuccess