The Busy Vibrant Mom - Strategic Time Management, Home Organization, Productivity, Christian Mom, Christian Parenting, Declutter

EP435// Thankful for You: A Little Encouragement To Remind You You’re Not Alone, Mama

I hope you are enjoying Thanksgiving week and looking forward to spending time with family and eating yummy food.  Thanksgiving is such a special time to gather and remember things we are grateful for, and I just wanted to say that I am so very grateful for YOU! The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast is almost five years old! As I look back I am so thankful that you took time out of your busy day to listen.  It's not easy as moms to find a moment in the day, so thank you!  In the spirit of giving I wanted to give you something too - that’s why I created The Rest & Reclaim Bundle as a special gift for this week.  I’ve never offered anything like this, but I am really excited because I know it’s just perfect for you. If you missed it, yesterday’s bonus episode talked all about the bundle, so go back and listen to that episode if you missed it.  Just a heads up the Rest & Reclaim Bundle is available until midnight on Cyber Monday to give you a full week to think about if it’s a good fit for you. Today I just wanted to tell you thanks, to offer some encouragement, and to let you know that you’re not alone on this mom journey.  
 
Here’s what’s inside: The Rest & Reclaim Bundle 
Check it out: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/blackfriday
📘 The eBook — your step-by-step guide to move from overwhelmed to organized. It’s not about perfection — it’s about peace, clarity, and creating routines that fit your real life.
💬 A 60-Minute 1:1 Coaching Call — where we’ll dive into your unique schedule, pinpoint what’s not working, and design a weekly rhythm that finally fits you.
📱 1 Week of Voxer Accountability (8–5 daily) — this is the secret sauce. You’ll get check-ins, encouragement, and real-time troubleshooting when things go off plan. I’ll be right there in your pocket, helping you make it work.
 
I pray this blesses you!
Michelle
PS 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.com
website: www.byrdmichelle.com
Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com 
Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

BONUS: It’s Not Just Another Black Friday Deal… It’s Actually Useful & Something You’ll Love

This is just a short bonus episode to introduce you to the Rest & Reclaim Bundle.  All month we’ve been talking about why your week feels like a race that you can’t win - the constant catching up, the lack of margin, broken routines that keep falling apart.  It’s not you! We as moms try so hard to keep everything together, and work smoothly for us and our family.  We balance responsibilities, home management, work, kids, schedules, and all the things, but it’s hard and sometimes we need some help (not more templates or ChatGPT suggestions).  We need another human, another set of eyes and new solutions to fix what’s not working. That’s exactly why I created the Rest & Reclaim Bundle.  Now full disclosure…I’ve never offered this, but it’s crafted just for you with the goal to help you finally stop spinning your wheels and feel calm, connected, and in control (especially now as we enter the holiday season).  
 
Here’s what’s inside: The Rest & Reclaim Bundle 
check it out: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/blackfriday
📘 The eBook — your step-by-step guide to move from overwhelmed to organized. It’s not about perfection — it’s about peace, clarity, and creating routines that fit your real life.
💬 A 60-Minute 1:1 Coaching Call — where we’ll dive into your unique schedule, pinpoint what’s not working, and design a weekly rhythm that finally fits you.
📱 1 Week of Voxer Accountability (8–5 daily) — this is the secret sauce. You’ll get check-ins, encouragement, and real-time troubleshooting when things go off plan. I’ll be right there in your pocket, helping you make it work.
 
I pray this blesses you!
Michelle
PS 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.com
website: www.byrdmichelle.com
Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com 
Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

EP434// Routines That Don’t Collapse by Tuesday (Even When Life Does)

We are now officially in the busy holiday season, after Halloween, close to Thanksgiving, almost to Christmas and New Year’s.  This season is a mixture of excitement for the holiday season, filled with so many more to do’s.  It's such a fun season, but it can be overwhelming too.  We try to plan and smooth out our week.  If you’ve ever spent a Sunday night mapping out your week, thinking through all the logistics— color-coded schedule, meal plan, maybe even diving into your planner — only to have it all unravel by Wednesday, then today’s episode is for you.  The good news is that you’re not doing anything wrong. You don’t need to be more disciplined or organized. You just need a system that actually works for your real life and is personalized for you, not someone else’s perfect routine from Pinterest.  Today we will be taking about why our routines keep falling apart, what to do instead so your systems actually stick, even when life goes sideways.”
 
Reminder:
We have some fun things coming up NEXT week!  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!
Michelle
 
PS 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.com
website: www.byrdmichelle.com
Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com 
Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

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