You Are Worth The Work

Hey Busy Moms! Are you feeling like your tech is more of a distraction than a tool? I'm diving deep into how our digital devices might be swiping valuable time from our lives.

In this episode, "Tech Distractions: Reclaim Your Time", I shared my comedic tech troubles last time with recording the episode (Hint: it’s a must-hear story!) This is an eye-opening discussions on just how our devices may be keeping us from being our most productive selves.

**Actionable Highlights:**

- A "time audit" might just be your new best friend. Do you know where your time really goes?

- Simple but effective tricks to manage intrusive tech habits.

- Steps to leverage technology wisely so it boosts, not hinders, your productivity.

I shared my current reads "Busy" and "Master Your Time, Master Your Life." Interested in a book club discussion on these? Let me know!

Remember, you are worth the effort it takes to carve out peace amidst the chaos. This episode is more than just advice—it's a lifeline to thriving in a buzzing world. Listen today, and transform your 'busy' into 'productive'!

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Y'all do it scared! I was nervous to start this podcast but honestly, once I hit record, once I hit publish, I wanted to do it again. I'm excited to share what I am passionate about and I want you to get excited too through messy actions. And it's in those habits and consistency, regardless of perfection that is going to help you succeed.

Why are we scared? The reality is we don't want to fail and we are also afraid of success! But I am here today to encourage you to not get stuck in analysis paralysis which is actually procrastination. Do. It. Messy. Whatever "it" is! Because if you don't just do the thing, you may not do it at all, ever.

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I'm so excited for y'all to meet Kimberly Michele from my tribe! Kimberly's part of Get Amplified, a program for 18-23 year olds trying to figure out life. And isn't that who we are to our children? She's lived a lil life and now shares her experiences with them to help them navigate life as a lighthouse.

She's also out there helping women to Calm the Chaos! Kimberly has practiced meditation for many years and share this stress reducing practice with others. As well as reminding women to keep them selves as a priority and take time for things they love. Learn how we became friends over things we love like kale and working out and now...silence!

Welcome y'all to the great debate! Lead is better because you don't have to look at a screen! Digital is better because you can sync multiple calendars...even have events added when you buy your tickets because of "add to your calendar" options. But what if I told you you could do both?

I went to bat for team paper and I went to bat for team digital. Depending on your life and level of responsible-ness one may work better for you than the other. I could not keep my darn iPad charged, ok? LOL But at the end of this episode, I offered a hybrid solution. See what you think!

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Please know, that when I tell you that all the things you are busy with is really just you procrastinating, don't pass by this episode because I am including myself in that activity.

I've been reading "Busy, How To Thrive In a World of Too Much". What we don't realize, is all the things that have us runnin' pillar to post, could be getting in the way of us focusing on moving our lives or businesses forward. When we reduce these smaller tasks we make room for more A Tasks. Are you too unintentionally D.I.M.'ing your priorities? Hopefully, this episode helps!

D. Dependence-Let's be the thermostat not the thermometer

I. Inertia - It can be difficult to just start. May I introduce you to the Progress Principal?

M. Mood "I don't feeeel like it."

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There is a lot of hustle to juggle y'all!

I'm here to tell y'all that you can have a lot of heart in these seasons of being a mama, but you can't do it all at the same time and with the same intensity.

So what do you do when you wanna do it all and how? I keep it pretty real, so I shared some of my real life and current events that made me think of this episode. I break down how to choose where to focus your energy, how to be a part of all the things within your bandwidth, and how to just be ready to rest sometimes.

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Y'all ever been on Manta at Sea World? Listen to hear the full story of how I lost my phone, on a hot day at Sea World, on Manta! And how I got it back...Thank God!

But in those 4 Days, life was lifin' y'all!! This episode is all about what I did for those 4 days to stay productive and what you can do too! You don't wanna stay too long in "woe is me" too long, so what can you do? How can you pivot?

1. Acknowledge what happened and ask for help
2. Do not forget self care amid your despair
3. Try to figure out what this event is trying to teach you. What do you think you are supposed to learn from this dip in life?
4. Gotta laugh about it. Surely there is some portion of what is going on that you can laugh at. What you should have done. What you didn't do. How you reacted.

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Keep it SUPER simple mamas! You didn't think I was gonna call you stupid did you? LOL The way I get to have intentional time with the good guys, do well at my job, keep up with this podcast for the last two years (Thank You very much), maintain sanity, and have some peace is by keeping it simple. I'm sharing insider info on how I get it all done!

K.I.S.S.

• Workout AKA Me Time (find out the way you like to work out that feels like second nature so it's sustainable)
• Out Sourcing Dinner (outsource just the groceries with curbside pick up or Instacart, Yummly to pop out a recipe, or the whole meal with Hello Fresh.)
• Be You (don't use your precious energy on trying to be something or someone you aren't)

**I would never recommend something I have not used or did not find useful. I may receive a commission if you click on or purchase from these links. These items help keep my life as streamlined as it can be with all the chaos!

Comin' in hot with 5 tips to keep your stress low as you start this new year 2024!!

Don't know about you but I have bits and parts of Christmas put away but I'm not stressin'. I have put these 5 tips to good use. I know things will get accomplished but I don't have to stress.

1. Recognize you can’t do everything.
2. Learn to say no or not right now
3. Brain. Dump. It. All.
4. Use those reminders!
5. Give Yourself a Deadline

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If your house looks anything like mine right now...there's a lot of clutter!!I get it...with 2 eight-year-olds I have a lot of artwork from before winter break parties, now wrapping paper, gifts, and of course junk mail.

I'm here with a few tips to help you clear the clutter!

• One room, 15- 20 min then reward yourself
• Get your kids involved
• Gratitude

You can start with one section of a room if need be. I shared my tip about the paper shredder in this episode too! And once your children are of a certain age...they can help - mama doesn't have to do EVERYTHING. And lastly, enjoy the season and count your blessings. Merry Christmas everyone!

I'm looking forward to all we will do in 2024!

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THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!!

Thank you...for listening, sharing, and for all your feeback. It's nice to know I have y'all to talk to.

Join me as I revisit a few of the episodes you all loved! Revisit a couple of my interviews and some of my best tips! I have included links to the full episodes in case you want to relisten because I know you didn't miss any.

I started this podcast with a lot of inner talk and thought there's got to be someone else with the same struggles and the podcast was born. I really didn't know what this podcast would turn into but as I look back it has been such a rewarding journey I haven't finished. Here's to 150 more episodes.

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Tis the season to get burnt out. With the “holiday hustle” upon us, it’s easy to feel spread too thin. This is the time of the year when co workers may be taking extra time off, kids will be out of school but you still have to work, and it goes up a notch if you are hosting a get together.

No worries, Sis… I got you! In this episode I want to encourage all the women out there to call a spade a spade and acknowledge the season you are in literally and figuratively. I wanted to share some tips for you to turn it down this season and stop trying to be 100 in all things.

• Acknowledge the season you are in

• Give your self and others grace

• Outsource

Listen to this episode to find out how to get boxes checked without feeling stressed. I want you to actually enjoy your holidays this year!!

**Next episode will be my 50th and I need your help! What advice have you found helpful over these last 49 episodes? I am so excited about episode 50 and what I have in store for all my listeners!

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Be boring! Repetition is boring but you are worth it. When you continue to do the same thing it's like you are paving a road in your brain, so that pretty soon you are just on autopilot.

I was recently asked by my boss for feedback and I got to thinking about my best way of learning which is repetition. I work with a lot of people who are wanting change. How do you make change happen? Repetitive baby steps working towards a clear and specific goal.

I wanted to share with you how I create habit mastery. See if you can benefit from the steps I shared. You may get kick back from your brain and you just tell it to be quiet! You will be shocked when you look back and see how far you have come on mastering your habits.

• Identify a clear goal and how it will feel to not accomplish that goal
• Start small
• Reward yourself

Book Mentioned: Tiny Habits by Dr. BJ Fogg, PhD

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What could go wrong when you drive across state in an electric car? Lots, but this time, nothing. I decided to attend a convention for parents of multiples. I have the good guys (currently 8-year-old boy twins.) And I have finally warmed up to being in large groups of people which equates to chaos to me. So, I convinced my friend who also has twins to join me! We drove my electric car and I shared some tips I used when traveling a long distance in an electric car.

You gotta listen to our first impressions and why we googled the official definition of resort...turns out you just need amenities. They had amenities just not the spa type we had expected. The staff was amazing and even had fried deviled eggs. We knew something was missing the we identified the relish was missing. Y'all put relish in your deviled eggs?

Saturday ended up with a rodeo, my first and last. And a street party I did not attend because of an early morning meeting. When you are re-elected to be on the bored you get to attend those early morning meetings LOL

PTO...prepare the others, LOL. When you take your PTO (paid time off) you usually prepare your co-workers for your absence.

Ok, so now you are home...now what? It's so weird, right? That time to yourself to do whatever you want or need to do. Do you feel guilty? I know I normally do! Well in this episode I tell you all the other things you can be doing with your time, other than feeling guilty and wondering if your work is going under in your absence!

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Life has been lifein' y'all. Phew just survived the end of another fiscal year at work and now waiting to see if there will be a government shut down. The last 6 weeks have been crazy and of course it's when my husband has been traveling! So how did I stay sane through all the chaos? I have three tips I shared with you in this episode to help you too stay sane in seasons of stress!

1. Stick to the script
2. Take 10
3. Shut it down

Let me know how these tips have helped you in the past. If you haven't tried any of them which one do you think may help you the most in a season of stress?

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I'm looking forward to reading the new murder mystery book I picked up. When was the last time you selected a book to read, a book you planned to read for fun? I'm challenging myself to read more for pleasure because I want to and because I want to be an example to The Good Guys, my twin boys. I want them to know the relaxing pleasure of reading, not for work, to learn, or for school. There are so many benefits when we read. And it's ok to sit and be still.

Find out about my challenge and I hope you will join me!!

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"My healthy swap was yogurt with, you know, 56g of sugar!" LOL Shelby, a Certified Strength Coach (CSCS) and nutrition coach (PN), joked this with me as she shared how she went from working in a restaurant, being a heavy drinker and smoker to a popular blogger talking all things health. There was no specific pivotal moment she simply wanted to be healthier. Whatever that meant, just healthier. She knew the restaurant environment was not serving her and she wanted to change. So she wrote a gym owner asking if he would hire her and change her life. And he did! As she noticed small shifts like in her energy it encouraged her to keep doing a little more.

Now Shelby has the Fit As A Mama Bear Blog and has shifted back to focus on fitness and the gym but there are a lot of good entries about healthy easy food. Shelby has three kids (7, 5, & 2) and shared how her priorities have created the structure for her days. She fills up her cup by enjoying her coffee in peace even though her kiddos are up around 5:10 a.m. each day. Then they migrate down to work out. The kids know that she's not leaving the house till the workout has been completed. She's setting an example and the kids understand fitness is fun not a chore.

She put the importance on showing up. That's how she helps her followers. Shelby knows life with kids, work, and an unhealthy lifestyle. Start by showing up even if it's just two 5 min workouts. Scale back your mind to know it does not have to be a certain length of time or a certain structure. You have to start somewhere! Focus on one thing you can do to show up.

Mama's now is your time! I want you to think about what you said, over the summer, that you wanted to do once the kids were back in school. Hopefully, you have established or practiced what the school day morning will look like now that some schools are and some are getting ready to be back in session. I shared how we did it and maybe it can help you.

But I also pointed out that when you have a routine and the kids see you, the cup runneth over into their actions and what they think the expectations are. It's time to Restart Your Mojo! Establish your morning routine and continue to build that momentum.

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Think about this...You have to know you are worthy of love before you can begin to give yourself love. You won't prioritize most of these chilling out tactics when you don't think you are worthy of a break, a self-care day, a new plant, or whatever self-love and care look like to you. Angela D Coleman shared lots of ways to chill out including her favorite - a scheduled break. She loves to be productive and it shows in her life but she is intentional to stop and smell the roses.

I mean I got some plants, Zoom Plant and Karate Rocket, as the good guys so lovingly named them but they don't foot the bill for me. You know I'm all about that action. Fitness and eating right are self care to me. But when life isn't showing those rainbows and sunshine, even here in Florida, I know I am in charge of my happiness. So what can I do about it all? You can turn to any part of her book and grab a quick way to boost your mood and chill out.

Let your aura be a Love Beacon. I read an excerpt from this book so I hope you'll listen to the end. How can you chill out and take care of you to make sure you got enough in the tank to give to others who have come to expect it from you? Who need it from you?

And I want to leave everyone with this...

An affirmation for a heart-filled life "I embrace love in all of its forms bringing me light, brightness, and joy."- Angela D. Coleman

It probably comes as no surprise that the book “The Art of Chilling Out” was born, not conceived, but born during Covid. Like many others, Angela D. Coleman was using chilling out techniques to de-stress. And wouldn’t you know it, she finally had time to get pen to paper. There are 100+ ways to chill out in this book. You don't want to miss Angela sharing how to incorporate multiple practices at once as well as the benefits of each.

Angela is well accomplished from earning many academic certificates to starting a non-profit and a brand off that organization, for profit. Angela started her non-profit, Sisterhood Agenda, to surround women feeling alone. It’s not fun to be an outcast or feel like you don’t belong. She reminds women to put sisterhood on your agenda!

"Mommy you should talk about spending time with us because you are always in our room," said one of my sons. But the more I thought about it, he was right! I try to be intentional and spend time with my sons. I have tried my best to create a safe space where they can talk to me and I can get to know them better. I want you to create these special pockets of time where you too can intentionally have TIME with your kiddos to get to know them and talk about their interests or what troubles them. As a twin, I don't think they want to do everything together, neither do your children collectively. After all, they are two separate people! Your daughter may not want to share thoughts around her brother. Nor does an older sibling want to dive into a topic with their 6-year-old sibling chiming in. When you have one on one time with them you can talk about THEM, as an individual. Listen to learn why and how you too can...

• Schedule Separate Appointments
• Lean on Your Village
• Who Wants to Run Errands?

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Y'all in the thick of tournament season? Or do you know what I am referring to in the sport your kids participate? I'm thankful for this last tournament but I am ready to be done too! I love the benefits the good guys glean from being a part of sports but mama needs a break, LOL.

It's so important, as we show up to the hotels and/fields, to remember to extend ourselves grace. I wanted to share three important lessons I have learned and hope to prevent you from making the same mistakes and allow you to give yourself grace.

• Prep
• Where Your Squad At
• RELAX

Join me and learn how! Let's Go...

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We continued our conversation about finding yourself again in your wardrobe, in your style. Amber is a styling specialist and appreciates how as mamas we just throw on a t-shirt and go on with our days because to some extent we start to feel invisible. Like, what does it matter what I wear? But as mamas, we have to remember we are people too, that had an identity before becoming mamas. Rediscover your style for the body shape you have now. Refill your cup with the things that make you happy now which can include a wardrobe that makes you feel good about you! Amber shares all kinds of motivation and loves affirming her clients. Check out her IG too to figure out your body shape and flattering styles for you to look and feel your best!

Ever thought of meeting new friends as a Blind Date? Well, that's exactly how I met Amber. A mutual friend of ours set us up. It's the best blind friend date we've ever been on. We connected instantly and have been doing life along side each other ever since. We take care of each other, inspire and encourage one another. We are the loudest cheerleaders as we each try our hands at side hustles while still having full time careers and children that need us.

Have you traveled internationally with your children? We just got back from England and the whole family went, even my in laws! It was a true success but I have to give credit to myself for planning! I wanted to share the details with you so you can avoid any foreseen turbulence. I recommend joining a Facebook group about traveling, internationally with children and get great tips that you may not think of. Also, be very intentional with your children about what to expect as from the flight to sharing facts about the destination!

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I'm a productivity coach, right? I'm reading a book right now titled "Busy" that is Calling. Me. out! Yes, I want you to be productive but not always busy!

Do you think the only way to appear valuable at work or at home is to busy yourself? I'm here to tell you, you don't have to wear the blinking busy button just to prove you serve a purpose or you have value!

But you are busy because you haven't made the right choices, as the book I've been reading pointed out! We are all so busy...at our own hands. I want to encourage you to become less busy! I offered 4 tips on how but listen in to be able to implement...

• Birds of a Feather Flock Together
• Brain Dump of all you do and evaluate
• Perfect Day
• Schedule Rest

Homework: When asked what you are up to or how you are doing reply "I'm working on being unbusy"

My good friend Toi stopped by to talk about divorce and the importance of taking care of yourself as a mom. At first, she was sprinkling it into the conversation that she was having a life change. But soon the cat was outta the bag and she was navigating divorce. How did she not get lost in the chaos of motherhood? She shared how she had to find herself again and what her relationship looked like with her ex.

People thought Toi should write a book but she thought it may be more doable to provide consistent podcast episodes. She shares her experiences, lessons she learned, and navigating today. She is providing her podcast for the love of herself, love of her children, and love of others in the trenches.

Outsourcing is one of my favorite topics! If you didn't think you could EVER outsource your day to day tasks, take a listen and I'll explain:

• That you actually outsource more than you think
• Mom guilt and why outsourcing gets a bad rap
• Ways to start outsourcing without breaking the bank!

Have you ever felt overwhelmed because the things you had to do required SO. Many steps? Cooking, laundry, podcasting… you get the point. In today’s episode, I’ll go into why prepping is the key to creating more time for yourself and how to get started.

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When you have friends that do big things (and you miss them), you have them on your pod! Tonya is my friend, my Soror, and my twin mom mentor.  Come hang out with us!

When you have friends that do big things (and you miss them), you have them on your pod! Tonya is my friend, my Soror, and my twin mom mentor.  Come hang out with us! 

Recording from my hotel room so I'm keeping it short, but you NEED to know that it's okay to take a trip without the crumb snatchers! Listen in to find out why it's better for you AND better for them to book your getaway NOW...

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Getting up early is the simplest thing you can be doing to make time for the things you want to do...  Check out this episode to hear more about that and the one thing we (yes, me included) shouldn't be doing, but ALWAYS do!

What if you could live a healthier life without beating yourself up mentally or physically? In this episode, I'll talk about the "Health Esteem" movement and how it's changed how I live and how I help others. 

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Don't get mad at me, but they are...

In today's replay of Episode 7, I share some crazy stats about New Years Resolutions and how you can make your goal setting work for YOU in the long term! 

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I'm taking a couple weeks off to rest, recharge, and set some BIG goals for 2023 so enjoy this encore presentation of Episode 6, where I talk all about accountability and how to find our CREW! 

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'Tis the Season for trying to scramble to get your life together with 5 weeks left in the year! Today's episode is all about:

• Why slow progress is better than no progress
• How to easily add new habits
• Why life is kinda like getting lost with no map

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Happy Holidays!

Yes, food holiday season started with Halloween so it's really easy to just say YOLO and eat ALL the things until you feel bad on January 1.  It doesn't have a to be this way though and in today's episode, we will talk about:

• Why we overeat during the holidays
• What's wrong with going YOLO from October-December
• Tips and strategies to eat what you want and avoid waiting till 1/1!

I used to wear multitasking like a badge of honor.  I learned it's not! In this episode, I'll talk about:

• Why multitasking is actually counterproductive
• Why we even do it to ourselves!
• 3 Ways to help you stay present in your tasks

Check out these articles that I used to help me with this episode!

I know the phrase "Quiet Quitting" has been making its rounds, but I'm going to tell you why that's not new and it's not even a bad thing!

For more information about "Quiet Quitting", here's the Gallup article I was talking about:

Is Quiet Quitting Real?

With my in-laws AND my parents moving closer to us, change has been the word of the year around here, but I’m learning how to cope and thrive in the midst of it all. You can too!

Happy 1 Year Pod-aversary to You Are Worth The Work!  I am in a celebratory mood so come hang out with me! Consider this a love letter to y'all, the ones that have listened and kept me going for this past year.  Cheers to many more! 

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Welcome to my very first video podcast! If you are listening on a platform other than Spotify, you will only get the audio for this, but that's okay! We are talking about visualization, how it's helped make me into a rockstar and how it can help YOU map out the life of your DREAMS.

What do we do when Life throws these curveballs?? You know I got you so in today's episode, we'll talk about:

• My SeaWorld cell phone fiasco
• Staying productive, even when things aren't optimal
• Technological Shabbat? 
• How to avoid a pity party

Your girl turned 40 the other day! 

In today's episode:

•  I'll recap the festivities and how it ended up at my house
• Talk about the difference between overwhelm and burnout
• Give you some tips on how to avoid being a Jill of all Trades (like me) and truly focus your energy on the things that matter most to YOU!

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I am back after an unintentional break (we'll talk about in the next episode), but today it's all about WATER! I'm also going to give you a quick recap of tournament season and my adventures in hotel laundry before we talk about:

• Why we ALL should drink more water
• Ways to up your intake that you're probably not thinking about
• How to get these kids to drink up
• Why Diet is Dumb (a little soapbox moment)

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An update on tournament season and why we may be unknowingly passing that on to our kids! 

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Happy Baseball Season! 

I know it's hot out there and you're tired BUT you can still survive the season like the BOSS that you are.  Run this episode back for any sports or dance season to learn the tips and tricks I use to keep my nerves (and waistline) in check! 

I know your To-Do list is a mile long like mine, but you can totally manage it! Listen now to find out how to use the cracks in your day to get stuff DONE.

5 Day Get Your Life Together Challenge: bit.ly/KSGetYourLife

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