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Stress-Free School Mornings: Proven Routines for Busy Parents | Ep. 236

Ready to turn your chaotic school mornings into a smooth, joyful start? In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite tips, tricks, and real-life routines that help my family (and hopefully yours!) get out the door on time—without the stress. From checklists to delightful morning rituals, I’ve got you covered!
We’ll chat about how to set priorities, delegate tasks, and even add a little fun to your mornings (yes, it’s possible!). I’ll also spill the beans on our after-school strategies to keep the good vibes going all day long.
If you’re craving more calm and connection in your family’s routine, you’re in the right place. Grab your coffee, hit play, and let’s make school mornings something to smile about!
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Back to School Success: Organizing Shopping and Family Traditions | Ep. 235

 In this episode, I’m sharing all my favorite family traditions and the secrets to making school shopping a fun, memorable adventure (yes, even if you forget to register your kiddo like I did!). From hiking trips and pool days to organizing those endless supply lists, I’ve got you covered with tips that will make your transition from summer to school a breeze.
I’ll walk you through how my family tackles clothing and supply shopping, plus how we create special rituals that bring us closer together. Whether you’re a fan of online shopping, love a good in-store spree, or just want to make the most of these moments with your kids, you’ll find plenty of inspiration and laughs along the way.
So  tune in, and let’s make this back to school season the best one yet! Don’t forget to check out the free workbook to help you plan your own family traditions. 
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Back to School Organization: Easy Tips for Functional Family Spaces | Ep. 234

As we dive into day four of my Back to School series, I’m sharing my favorite strategies for getting our homes organized and ready for the new school year. I know how overwhelming it can feel to try to keep every room spotless, so I focus on the three areas that make the biggest difference: the drop-off zone, the kids’ closets, and the kitchen. In this episode, I walk you through how I set up these spaces to be functional, easy to maintain, and stress-free for the whole family.
Whether you’re looking to streamline your morning routine, create a snack zone your kids can access themselves, or just want to feel more prepared for the back-to-school rush, this episode is packed with practical advice and encouragement. Don’t forget to grab the free downloadable workbook below to help you stay on track all season long!
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The Ultimate Family Calendar Setup for a Stress-Free School Year | Ep. 233

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If you’ve ever felt like your calendar is running your life instead of the other way around, this episode is for you.
In this part of the Back to School series, I walk you through how I set up my calendars and systems to keep our family organized—without losing my mind. From syncing personal and family calendars to building a simple but powerful command center, I’m sharing the tools that help keep our household running (mostly) smoothly.
I’ll show you how to plan around your events—like early outs and appointments—so you’re not scrambling last minute. And we’ll talk about how planning can actually feel peaceful and even a little fun. Yes, I said fun.
Grab your planner and let’s build systems that support your real life—not just your to-do list.
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Back-to-School Chaos? Jenny Layton Shares Organization Tips That Actually Work | Ep. 232

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Back-to-school season is here and if your brain feels as scattered as your kitchen counter, this episode is for you. I sat down with Jenny Layton, organization expert and host of The Life Organized Podcast, to talk about how we can manage the transition with more peace, more order, and a whole lot less chaos.
Jenny shares her journey from overwhelmed mom to mindset coach and professional organizer, and she brings incredibly practical tools to help us navigate this busy season. We talk about the difference between tangible and intangible clutter, how to do a productive “mind dump,” and why setting up smart systems now can save your future self major stress.
From folder tricks for school papers to routines that actually stick, Jenny’s advice helped me feel more grounded, and I think it’ll do the same for you. Whether you’re excited for structure or already bracing for the overwhelm, this episode will help you reset and move forward with intention.
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Back-to-School: How To Set Goals and Priorities For Your Back-To-School Season | Ep. 231

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In this special episode, I reflect on the bittersweet shift from summer freedom to school year routines. Whether you're craving structure or mourning slow mornings, you're not alone. I'm here to help ease the transition with a free workbook to keep you focused on what matters most.
As a mom, I know the back-to-school season can feel overwhelming with endless forms, shopping lists, and logistics. But I also believe this can be a magical time, if we set our intentions and get organized.
This episode kicks off a mini-series designed to help you set clear goals, prepare your home, and create meaningful routines as your family steps into a new school year. We'll focus on planning, simplifying, and savoring the moments that matter.
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You're Not Lazy: You're Just Planning Like a Machine | Ep. 230

Ever open your planner and feel instantly defeated? Or maybe you avoid planning completely because it always feels like you’re setting yourself up to fail?
You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re just not a machine. In this pep talk of an episode, I’m sharing why most productivity systems don’t work and how a human-centered, ritual-based approach can change everything.
I’ll walk you through the mindset shifts that have helped my clients go from guilt and chaos to clarity and self-respect. And I’ll invite you to join me inside Plan Goal Plan Year, a retreat where we build flexible, honest plans that fit real life.
You don’t need more discipline. You need a new way to see yourself. Let’s stop optimizing and start honoring who you really are.
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Mid-Year Reset: Reclaim Your Time, Energy, and Future | Ep. 229

In this episode, I walk you through a powerful mid-year reset to help you break out of autopilot and reconnect with what really matters. If your goals feel stale or you’re feeling stuck, now’s the time to pause, realign, and move forward with clarity.
I share a simple daily practice to spark desire, guide you through imagining your future self, and offer small shifts to start embodying her today. You’ll learn how to let go of what’s no longer serving you and set boundaries that support the life you want.
This episode is your invitation to reset with intention and create momentum for the second half of the year.
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What Focusing on Yourself Actually Looks Like (And how to do it) Ep. 228

In this episode, I share how burnout led me to rethink where my time and energy were going. I started exploring what would happen if I said yes to the things that truly energized me—and no to what didn’t. Turns out, setting honest boundaries helped me feel more present, joyful, and free.
I talk about how people-pleasing and pressure can blur our choices, and why small shifts toward agency and joy can make a big difference. This isn’t about doing more—it’s about choosing better.
If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, this one’s for you.
 
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Beyond Microhabits: 5 Rituals That Anchored My Life | Ep. 227

At one point, I had the success I thought I wanted, but I felt empty, exhausted, and disconnected. In this episode, I’m sharing five small rituals that helped me feel present again and build a life that actually feels like mine.
From a calming morning practice to an end-of-workday rhythm that helps me shift into home life, these rituals are simple but powerful. They’ve helped me create space for what matters, reduce burnout, and bring more joy into everyday routines.
If you’re craving more alignment or feel like you’re going through the motions, this episode is an invitation to return to yourself, one small ritual at a time.
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