Mom Life
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When You’re Soul-Tired: Learning to Rest in God’s Presence
If you’ve been feeling exhausted no matter how much rest you get, you’re not alone. For many working moms, burnout goes deeper than physical fatigue—it reaches the soul. In this post, we’ll explore what it really means to find rest in God’s presence when you feel completely worn down.
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The Lie of Urgency: Why Everything Feels Like an Emergency
We live in a world where something is always demanding our attention. Your phone buzzes. Your computer dings. Someone cries. Another person yells. You move quickly from task to task. You rush through the morning routine. You glance at the clock and realize you’re already behind. You hurry the kids into the car. Before you…
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You Don’t Have to Finish Everything: Trusting God with What’s Unfinished
There will always be something on the list. Always. At work, the emails refill. At home, the laundry regenerates. The dishes multiply. The calendar fills itself. The needs don’t stop. I’ve made peace with the fact that my to-do list will never be finished, at work or at home. Even on your deathbed, you’re technically…
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From Striving to Surrender: When You Feel Chased and Don’t Know Where to Turn
Ash Wednesday begins with a humbling reminder: You are dust. Not invincible. Not limitless. Not responsible for holding the whole world together. And yet, if you’re anything like most overwhelmed moms I know, you live like you are. You push. You plan. You scramble. You try harder. Because stopping feels dangerous. Especially when you feel…
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When You Fall Behind: A Gentle Reset for the Overwhelmed Mom
Hey sweet friend! I had a different blog post planned for 1/4… and I didn’t write it. I’ve been sick, worn down, and honestly, I’ve felt that familiar mix of guilt and overwhelm that creeps in when life doesn’t go according to plan. If that’s you right now—behind on goals, behind on routines, behind on…
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When You Feel Behind on Your Goals: Why Getting Back Up Doesn’t Always Mean Trying Harder
There are a lot of mamas out there who prepared for a snowpocalypse this week. We’re trying to maintain some semblance of normalcy, working remotely while entertaining kids who are suddenly stuck at home. Our sanity may have flown the coop about 48 hours and 32 snack requests ago. And if I had to guess,…
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From Overwhelm to Alignment: How to Choose Goals That Fit Your Season
If I’m honest, one of the most exhausting parts of goal-setting isn’t the planning. It’s the pressure. The pressure to start strong. The pressure to keep up. The pressure to prove we’re doing “enough.” And for so many overwhelmed moms, that pressure doesn’t come from a lack of ambition or discipline. It comes from trying…
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Pursuing Peace in My Purpose: My Intentions for 2026
Happy New Year, Friend! I hope you have enjoyed the holidays with your family and friends and that you’re taking a moment to rest and reset in this new year. I’ve decided that I’m not chasing hustle this year. ❌ Soul-deep exhaustion has plagued me and constant stress is deteriorating my mind and body. I’ve…
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How to Reflect Back on 2025 without Regret
2025 was a rough year for me. It was probably one of the hardest years of my life. There was soul-deep depression, agonizing relationship work, unrelenting pressure and stress, and crushing grief at the loss of my sweet father at just 61 years old. For much of the year, I honestly felt like I was…
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Making Room for What Matters Most This Christmas
December has a way of sneaking up on us. One moment you’re making a mental note to slow down this Christmas… And the next, you’re juggling end-of-year deadlines, school parties, teacher gifts, family gatherings, and a never-ending to-do list that keeps whispering, “You’re already behind.” If you’re a working mom, the pressure can feel especially…