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EP433// Why You Feel Overwhelmed & How To Fix That Before The Holidays

We’re heading into that season where the calendar fills up fast — class parties, work deadlines, travel plans, time with family, fun events — and somewhere in there, you’re supposed to feel merry and bright and create perfect family memories.  But if you’re anything like me, you might already be feeling that low hum of stress starting to build. The pressure to do everything and curate perfect family memories over the holiday, on top of doing all the things you are already doing.  The holiday season can be magical, but also overwhelming.  So how can we make this holiday season feel lighter and less stressful? The answer is margin.  That breathing room in your day that lets you pivot when life happens — or just sit and drink your coffee while it’s still hot. And friend, margin isn’t a luxury… It's a lifeline.  We touched on margin in the last episode, but today we will talk about why margin might be missing, and how to practically fit margin into your already busy week before the holidays hit.
Reminder:
We have some fun things coming up this fall.  I’m putting the finishing touches on a special gift for you that I know you will love, so stay tuned.  Make sure you’re on our email list, so you don’t miss out.  You can go to the website www.byrdmichelle.com or connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  If you have any questions or just want to say hi you can reach me there. 
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-cloneEmail: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Momhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

EP432// The Real Reason You’re Always Playing Catch-Up (And How To Finally Get Ahead)

If you’ve ever found yourself racing through your week, running late to the school car line, frantically yelling at kids to get in the car, heating up your morning coffee for the third time, and wondering why it always feels like you’re playing catch-up? Then today’s episode is for you.  Most of us feel like we’re barely holding it together (some days more than others, right?).  You’re juggling work, home, kids, meals, and about a thousand invisible tasks - and even when you try harder, it feels like you never quite catch up.  The truth is that you’re not lazy, and you’re definitely not broken.  You’re just running a life without a rhythm that actually works for you.  In today’s episode we’re digging into the three real reasons you keep feeling behind, and what needs to shift so you can finally breathe and get ahead - not in a hustle type of way, but in a peaceful, confident, I’ve got this kind of way.  Grab your favorite beverage and let’s dive in! 
Reminder:
We have some fun things coming up this fall.  I’m putting the finishing touches on a special gift for you that I know you will love, so stay tuned.  Make sure you’re on our email list, so you don’t miss out.  You can go to the website www.byrdmichelle.com or connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  If you have any questions or just want to say hi you can reach me there.
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at: 
https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone
Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.comCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/
 

EP431// 10 Simple Tips Busy Moms Need for a Joyful, Stress-Free Holiday

As moms we take on a lot over the holiday season, whether that be Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s etc. So what can we do now that will make the holiday season lighter and more enjoyable.  As a natural planner I have found that this is in direct parallel to how I enjoy the holiday season.  The more tasks and to-do items that I can get off my list before Thanksgiving and Christmas the less anxious and stressed I feel and the more I am actually able to focus on the Christmas Eve service or enjoy time with family over Thanksgiving.  Today we will be talking about ten things you can do right now to make the holiday season a bit lighter, less busy, and more peaceful.  Now before you turn off the episode imagining it’s just another laundry list of to-do items, take a deep breath and know that this is just a suggested list and all or any of these tasks do not need to get done right here and now.  I invite you to grab a warm beverage, take a deep breath, walk through this list, and think about one thing you could do now to make the season lighter.
 
Reminder:
We have some fun things coming up this fall.  Use code: FALLREFRESH10 to get 10% off a coaching call with me. 
(https://byrdmichelle.thrivecart.com/unstuck-personal-coaching-60min/)
If you are listening to this episode and need some help carving out time, working through a transition, or trying to balance work and life.  I would love to help you: 
You can leave a message on the website www.byrdmichelle.com 
You can grab the free Productivity Planner that I use with all my clients, on my website www.byrdmichelle.com 
You can book a 20 min Discovery Call with me totally free and we can talk though what you need (https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone)
As always if you have any questions or want to just say hi you can reach me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.
I pray this blesses you!Michelle

EP430// Feeling Overwhelmed? 5 Steps to Manage Your To-Do List with Clarity

More often than not we just have too much in our head.  Too many tasks that we can’t even write them down…that’s when we need to stop.  How do I know? This was me last week.  Maybe it was because we were in a busy season of three kids doing sports, or that I was traveling every weekend and playing catch up during the week, or maybe it was all the things that I take care of and the invisible mental load piling up.  We as moms hold so much, the invisible mental load, household management, work management, the social schedule, appointments, errands, meal prep, etc.  So what do we do when we don’t even know what tasks are a priority? When everything seems important? Oftentimes I hear from clients that they don’t even know where to start, or what task they should prioritize, because every task seems important.  Today we will walk through some practical steps to use when you don’t know where to start and your to-do list seems out of control.  We will break down your to-do list and help you get clarity, so that you can prioritize and have more peace knowing you are working on the most important thing.  Grab that coffee and let’s get started! 
Reminder
We have some fun things coming up this fall.  Use code: FALLREFRESH10 to get 10% off a coaching call with me. 
(https://byrdmichelle.thrivecart.com/unstuck-personal-coaching-60min/)
If you are listening to this episode and need some help carving out time, working through a transition, or trying to balance work and life.  I would love to help you: 
You can leave a message on the website www.byrdmichelle.com 
You can grab the free Productivity Planner that I use with all my clients, on my website www.byrdmichelle.com 
You can book a 20 min Discovery Call with me totally free and we can talk though what you need (https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone)
As always if you have any questions or want to just say hi you can reach me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.
I pray this blesses you!Michelle

EP7// Coffee & Tea, With M&E: Mom Life Unfiltered, Real Talk on Chores, Money, and Holiday Chaos with Emily McDermott

You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) real moms talking about real things.  Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! We wanted to provide moms with real life examples of time management, organization, and pivoting when life throws you curveballs. So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us! 
 
Reminder:
We have some fun things coming up this fall.  Use code: FALLREFRESH10 to get 10% off a coaching call with me. 
(https://byrdmichelle.thrivecart.com/unstuck-personal-coaching-60min/)
If you are listening to this episode and need some help carving out time, working through a transition, or trying to balance work and life.  I would love to help you: 
You can leave a message on the website www.byrdmichelle.com 
You can grab the free Productivity Planner that I use with all my clients, on my website www.byrdmichelle.com 
You can book a 20 min Discovery Call with me totally free and we can talk though what you need (https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone)
As always if you have any questions or want to just say hi you can reach me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.
I pray this episode blesses you!Michelle
Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom
 
PS.  If you would like to connect with Emily McDermott you can reach her at: 
Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast: https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
Simple by Emmy: http://www.simplebyemmy.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebyemmy/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1OzHKsGziu5IbkaHBQXGIw
Facebook Group - Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms: tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm
Contact E-mail: info@simplebyemmy.com
Freebie: 5 Mindset Shifts To Help you Let Go of Clutter: https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

EP429// The Real Reason You Feel Overwhelmed: The Hidden Secret In Our Society And Why We Feel Exhausted

Do you ever just feel exhausted? Your head feels full of to-do items, should do tasks, must do timeline deadline tasks.  In a world full of messages we often miss the fact that we are bombarded with noise, hidden agendas, and constant consumer messaging non stop.  It's hard not to notice when our inbox is overflowing with emails, and we need to sift through to find what is urgent and what is just junk.  Every time we pop in our earbuds to listen to podcasts, music, audio books check out social media, or watch a YouTube clip we are bombarded with countless marketing ads.  We can’t even skip commercials now if we are watching something on demand.  It’s ridiculous! This is the real reason you feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and exhausted.  You are constantly sifting through messages all day long trying to determine if it is an important message that you need to do something about, good information to consume, or just junk.  We don’t even notice that it is wearing on our brains and our ability to make clear decisive decisions.  And we wonder why it’s hard to be decisive or why we feel exhausted and tired when we “haven't done much.” In this episode we will walk through signs of mental overload and brain fatigue, talk about practical steps we can take to minimize feeling mentally overwhelmed, and find real solutions in this screen centric world (it’s not just tossing your phone out the window, but that would be nice).  
 
Reminder: 
We have some fun things coming up this fall.  Use code: FALLREFRESH10 to get 10% off a coaching call with me. 
(https://byrdmichelle.thrivecart.com/unstuck-personal-coaching-60min/)
If you are listening to this episode and need some help carving out time, working through a transition, or trying to balance work and life.  I would love to help you: 
You can leave a message on the website www.byrdmichelle.com 
You can grab the free Productivity Planner that I use with all my clients 
You can book a 20 min Discovery Call with me totally free and we can talk though what you need (https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone)
I pray this episode blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP428// Spiritually Training Your Kids Without Feeling Like a Failure: Simple Faith Habits for Busy Moms Who Feel Unqualified (or Just Tired) With Guest Beth Meverden

Do you ever feel inadequate to train your kids spiritually? Maybe you feel uncomfortable asking them deep questions? Is it difficult  knowing where to start to encourage your kids in their faith?  It can be hard to model our faith to our kids, and so many of us may feel inadequate, uncomfortable, and overwhelmed.  I am so excited to introduce you to Beth Meverden.  Beth Meverden has been ministering to children, teens, and their parents for over 25 years. She has authored numerous resources, articles, and teaching curricula for parents, youth, and children’s ministry, including her book, Church(ing) Kids: 4 Keys to Keeping Your Children Engaged in Church. Beth and her amazing husband live in Colorado and have one daughter and two sons.  Beth has such a heart for kids, especially teens to know what they believe and why. Pull up a chair and grab your coffee as Beth and I talk about how to encourage your kids in their spiritual journey, practical steps you can take as a busy mom, and the importance of your daily habit.
Reminder: 
We have some fun things coming up this fall.  Our Group Coaching Program, Get Your Time Back 10 weeks to get your systems in place, and to create your dream schedule just kicked off. If you are sorry that you missed it and want to join the waitlist for the next round in the spring go to: (https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist) 
 
If you are listening to this episode and need some help carving out time, working through a transition, or trying to balance work and life.  I would love to help you: 
You can leave a message on the website www.byrdmichelle.com 
You can grab the free Productivity Planner that I use with all my clients at my website www.byrdmichelle.com
You can book a 20 min Discovery Call with me totally free and we can talk though what you need: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone
As always if you have any questions or want to just say hi you can reach me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.
 
If you would like to connect with Beth you can reach her at: 
https://www.bethmeverden.com/
https://www.instagram.com/trainingyourchild/
https://bethmeverden.substack.com/
trainingyourchild@gmail.com
https://www.bethmeverden.com/share
 
I pray this episode blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my websiteCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP427// How to Finally Get Your To-Do List Done and Boost Productivity: Energy-Based Time Management for Busy Moms with Guest Lori Oberbroeckling

Are you finding it hard to get everything done on your to-do list?  Do you feel discouraged at the end of the day when you look at all the unfinished tasks? Are you just wondering how to balance it all? I am so excited to introduce you to Lori Oberbroeckling! Lori and I connected when we both spoke at the Busy Mom’s Blueprint Summit in the spring.  Lori Whitney Oberbroeckling is passionate about helping women who want fulfilling careers–or side hustles or passion projects–while also wanting to feel present and connected to their families. She believes that women can have an extraordinary home, an extraordinary career, and be extraordinarily happy at the same time. Lori wrote Secrets of Supermom: How Extraordinary Moms Succeed at Work and Home & How You Can Too! In it she shares tips, strategies, and quick wins for moms that want it all  Lori is a wife and mom of four, all while working as a leader in corporate America, podcasting on The Secrets of Supermom Show, and running her business. She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology with graduate training in marriage and family therapy and counseling. She helps moms who want it all develop the skills, habits, and confidence to happily have it all.  Pull up a chair and grab your coffee as Lori and I talk about how to actually get your to do list done by managing your energy.
 
Reminder:
We have some fun things coming up this fall.  Our Group Coaching Program, Get Your Time Back 10 weeks to get your systems in place, and to create your dream schedule just kicked off. If you are sorry that you missed it and want to join the waitlist for the next round in the spring go to: (https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist) 
If you are listening to this episode and need some help carving out time, working through a transition, or trying to balance work and life.  I would love to help you.  Here are some free options: 
You can leave a message on the website www.byrdmichelle.com and I will answer your question on the podcast (just like free coaching!)
You can grab the free Productivity Planner that I use with all my clients 
You can book a 20 min Discovery Call with me totally free and we can talk though what you need 
As always if you have any questions or want to just say hi you can reach me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.
 
If you would like to connect with Lori you can reach her at: 
Website: https://www.secretsofsupermom.com
Podcast: https://secretsofsupermom.com/the-blog/
Facebook Page: https://www.Facebook.com/secretsofsupermom
Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsofsupermom
Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/secretsofsupermom
LinkedIn: https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/secretsofsupermom
Amazon Link to Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08VSDJ398/
FAVORITE FREEBIE:
https://secretsofsupermom.mykajabi.com/offers/5cJGStjm?coupon_code=SUPERMOM
 
I pray this episode blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my websiteCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP426// Burned Out & Exhausted? Wellness Tips for Busy Moms Over 40 to Regain Energy & Balance with Guest Barbara Kris

As busy moms we so often put ourselves at the bottom of the list.  We are so busy managing our home, shuttling kids, figuring out logistics, finishing projects, that we just don’t have the time or bandwidth to manage our health and our needs.  There is a better way my friends, and that is exactly why I wanted to introduce you to our guest, Barbara Kris.  Barbara and I connected when we both spoke at the Busy Mom’s Blueprint Summit in the spring.  Barbara Kris is a speaker, certified wellness coach, and founder of the Reset Method, a holistic approach designed to help busy moms over 40 lose weight, reclaim their energy, and feel confident in their skin again. With a passion for simplifying health in the midst of chaos, Barbara empowers women to break free from fad diets, hormone confusion, and all-or-nothing mindsets.  Drawing from her own journey and years of coaching experience, Barbara equips her clients with realistic, sustainable strategies that fit into full schedules and real life. Whether on stage or online, her message is clear: it’s never too late to feel strong, energized, and in control of your health.  Pull up a chair and grab your coffee as Barbara and I talk about how moms can avoid burnout, signs of burnout, and practical steps you can take if you are feeling burned out, overwhelmed, and just don’t know what to do
Reminder:
We have some fun things coming up this fall.  Our Group Coaching Program, Get Your Time Back 10 weeks to get your systems in place, and to create your dream schedule just kicked off. If you are sorry that you missed it and want to join the waitlist for the next round in the spring go to: (https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist) 
 
If you are listening to this episode and need some help carving out time to work on your health goals, eating healthy or time to work out I would love to help you.  Here are some free options: 
You can leave a message on the website www.byrdmichelle.com and I will answer your questions on the podcast (free coaching!)
You can grab the free Productivity Planner that I use with all my clients 
You can book a 20 min Discovery Call with me totally free and we can talk though what you need 
As always if you have any questions or want to just say hi you can reach me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.
 
If you would like to connect with Barbara Kris, you can reach her at:
FB - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008793461146
IG - @officialbarbarakris
website - www.barbarakris.com
Email - bk@barbarakris.com
Ditch the Diet Guide - https://bkmethod.myflodesk.com/women40guide
Burnout Self Audit - https://bkmethod.myflodesk.com/burnout
I pray this episode blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my websiteCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP6// Coffee & Tea, With M&E: How to Raise Resilient Kids in a Tech-Heavy World and Simple Fall & Holiday Prep Tips

You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things.  Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! We wanted to provide moms with real life examples of time management, organization, and pivoting when life throws you curveballs. So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us! 
 
Reminder: 
We have some fun things coming up this fall, so make sure you’re getting all the emails (www.byrdmichelle.com or contact@byrdmichelle.com)
If you are listening to this episode and need some help carving out time, working through a transition, or trying to balance work and life.  I would love to help you: 
You can leave a message on the website www.byrdmichelle.com and get free coaching on the podcast
You can grab the free Productivity Planner that I use with all my clients at my website: www.byrdmichelle.com
You can book a 20 min Discovery Call with me totally free and we can talk though what you need (https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone)
As always if you have any questions or want to just say hi you can reach me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.
 
Bio: 
Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife and mom to two energetic boys living in Fairfax, Virginia. She is also the host of the top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. As a virtual and in-person decluttering coach, she works with moms one-on-one to define what matters, eliminate what doesn’t and automate the rest. Emily enjoys writing custom poetry, dancing, and eating peanut butter out of the jar.
 
Contact Info: 
Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast: https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
Simple by Emmy: http://www.simplebyemmy.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebyemmy/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1OzHKsGziu5IbkaHBQXGIw
Facebook Group - Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms: tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm
Contact E-mail: info@simplebyemmy.com
Freebie: 5 Mindset Shifts To Help you Let Go of Clutter: https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/
 
Links Mentioned In Show Notes: 
Conversation Cards - https://a.co/d/8bLgBvI, https://a.co/d/cvpGfVX
The Anxious Generation Book - https://a.co/d/bZESGa3
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my websiteCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom