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EP33// For the Love of Stuffies! Do You Have an Animal Avalanche in Your House? 3 Practical Tips to Avoid the Never Ending Explosion of Stuffies

We love stuffies! My kids and I love them! I have to admit I like those cuddly, cute, furry animals more than my kids.  What is not to love about cute adorable huggable animals? Soft, squishy, and cuddly, they can easily brighten your mood, keep you entertained, or just be a friend.  However stuffies seem to have a way of multiplying like rabbits on a spring day.  I find them everywhere and they take over the house, the kids rooms, and especially the kids bed.  In this episode we talk about three helpful tips and tricks to avoiding being overwhelmed by the avalanche of animals.  How to get rid of animals, even if your kids refuse.  Listen in! 
I pray this blesses you! 
Michelle 
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EP32// Solutions To The Most Common Cry: Mom I’m Bored!

Do your kids often say "Mom I'm bored?" There is nothing to do! I don't want to do that! There is nothing to do! I'm bored!" My kids tell me this about 50k times a day that they are bored (a close second is "I'm hungry").  They love to say this especially when they want time on the iPads. They seem to suddenly loose the ability to think of anything to do, weird!  Never fear! I have some tips and tricks to help and stop the "Mom I'm bored!" Check these out, practice your favorites, and enjoy! 
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 an unstuck coaching call with me at:
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EP31// Look Out Summer is Coming! Are You Ready? 5 Tips To Create a Magical Summer

The summer seems to sneak up on us.  We finally fall into a routine for school and distance learning, then bang it is summer!  No more school!  The whole daily routine changes.  It's tempting to map out every moment of every minute so our kids are entertained and we can get stuff done.  But wait...we need to give our kids margin.  Time to be creative, to be bored and just be kids!. If you are starting to get worried about what to do to entertain your kids this summer I got you friend.  Here are some helpful tips and tricks to help you enjoy your summer.  Enjoy!
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 an unstuck coaching call with me at:
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EP30// Nunchucks vs. Barbies: Embracing Differences of Boys And Girls

Do you have girly girls or Tom boys? Do your boys love to wrestle or would they rather read?  As parents it is easy to get sucked into what society and peer pressure.  We want out kids to excel and often feel out of place if our kids like different activities.  God has created boys and girls differently, and that is ok! We need to embrace our kids and how God created them.  Having friends of both sexes helps to build character and develop qualities that our kids will use later in life.  Listen in for some helpful tips on purposeful parenting, and how you can bring out the special unique qualities that each of your kids have.  
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 an unstuck coaching call with me at:
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EP29//3 Reasons Why We Should Pray that Our Kids Will Fail!

What? Do you pray that your kids will fail?  That they will have difficult times of trials?  Maybe be called to the principal's office?  Have friendship drama?  Feel alone?  This seems crazy right?  Praying that my kids fail! That seems harsh and not what a parent should be doing, right?  Hear me out before you pull out your ear buds.  Yes, we want our kids to face difficulties, tough decisions, peer pressure, and other difficult trials and it is so important that they face them now instead of later.  Listen in to find out more of why to pray that our kids experience hard trials.  
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 an unstuck coaching call with me at:
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EP28//4 Ways To Comfort Friends When You Feel Inadequate

Do you have friends who are in hard seasons? Friends who are having a hard time adjusting to change? Friends who are anxious, depressed, worried, or scared?  Friends who are having a hard time in their marriage?  Many times I know I feel inadequate to help or reach out.  I question what can I provide?  How can I comfort this friend when I feel inadequate?  I know this subject is difficult, but God has placed this on my heart, so I know someone needs to hear this message.  I have recently in the last couple of weeks had several friends suddenly finding themselves in this uncomfortable space.  In this episode you will learn some tangible ways you can provide a little bit of love and comfort to those hurting around us.
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 an unstuck coaching call with me at:
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EP27// How to Make This Season Amazing: Creating Hope And Future Plans

Are you feeling a little down this season? Do the days seem to blur together in this pandemic? Are your kids starting to loose track of what day it is? Maybe you are starting to go a little stir crazy.  I know I am!!!  It is important to have things to look forward to.  In this last year of global pandemic, political tension, fires, and racial issues (you name it we had it! Even a toilet paper shortage).  We desperately need things we can look forward to as individuals, as a family, and as a society.  What are you looking forward to this new year? As spring approaches I find myself looking forward to the end of this school year, summer approaching, and the world starting to open up again.  Hopefully this episode will give you some fun ideas of things to plan and look forward to.  Enjoy!
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 an unstuck coaching call with me at:
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BONUS// Easy Tips to Teaching Your Kids The True Meaning Of Easter

Happy Easter! As a special treat here is a bonus episode about celebrating Easter.  It can be tricky to explain why Jesus had to die on a cross, or the events that lead up to His crucifixion.  Especially to young kids that are still sensitive to violence and death.  The events that lead to Jesus's death, His crucifixion, and His death on a cross are so important!  We want out kids to know the truth behind why we celebrate Easter (no, it isn't just about the bunny and the candy!).  In this episode we explore teaching your kids the real reason we celebrate Easter, keeping or changing up Easter traditions, and encouraging your kids to be other focused. Enjoy! 
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 an unstuck coaching call with me at:
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EP26// Christian Fantasy Book for Preteens with author S.G.Byrd (part 2)

This is the second part of an interview with Sally Byrd, my mother in law and an amazing Christian author!  Please go back and listen to episode 25 if you missed it.  We had such an amazing conversation about Sally's new book coming out, Beck and the Ugly Princess.  Sally has a unique niche of writing Christian fantasy books.  As busy moms sometimes it is hard to fit in reading with your kids.  In this interview we discuss ways that both Sally and I have encouraged our kids to love reading.  We hope you will be able to pick up some fun tricks to encourage your little readers.  Enjoy! 
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 an unstuck coaching call with me at:
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EP25// Christian Fantasy Book For with author S.G.Byrd (part 1)

In this episode you will get to meet Sally Byrd, my mother in law and amazing Christian author!  She has a unique niche of writing Christian fantasy books.  Influenced by C.S. Lewis and J.R. Tolkien, the books are similar to the Narnia Series.  We will be talking about her most recent book, Benk and the Ugly Princess, and the other books in the series.  Sally followed her dreams of writing Christian fantasy books, even as a busy mom with three young kids.  Even as busy moms we need to create space to follow our dreams and hobbies.  To do things that light us up.  God may not give us the opportunity to pursue these dreams to their fullest in our current season, but if God placed these dreams in your heart He will bring them to fruition. 
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 an unstuck coaching call with me at:
Email: coaching@byrdmichelle.com
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