Working Mom
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Overcommitted and Running on Empty? The Power of a Weekly Reset for Working Moms
It was Friday night, and the end of another long week. I found myself staring blankly at next week’s list, clutching my planner like it could magically fix everything. The dishwasher was full of clean dishes I hadn’t put away. My inbox had 187 unread emails. My 4-year-old was melting down over a missing marker.…
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Permission to Say No: How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt
Somewhere between the color-coded calendars, the late-night school project runs, and the silent mental tally of what’s still left undone… I said yes again. Not because I had time.Not because I felt called.Not because I truly wanted to. But because I didn’t want to disappoint. Because I felt guilty. Because I didn’t want anyone to…
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When “Doing It All” Isn’t Enough: Battling Invisible Expectations and Mom Guilt
The knot in my stomach grew as I spiraled from the message I had just received: a missed deadline, a dropped ball, a disappointed person. The guilt hit fast and hard. Never mind the other things I had actually accomplished that week already. All that was noticed was the undone thing. And in my mind,…
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Is Work-Life Balance Really Possible? Here’s the Truth Busy Moms Need to Hear
(Short on time? Listen to today’s blog post today by clicking to watch the video above!) “How does she do it all?” If you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram and found yourself wondering this about another mom, you’re not alone. As busy moms, we’re juggling work deadlines, school drop-offs, dinner prep, and endless to-do lists –…
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Cultivating a Grateful Heart Amidst the Chaos of Working Motherhood
It was one of those mornings—one of those mornings that make you question if you’re even remotely equipped for this life of balancing work and family. We were up before the alarm clock went off, but somehow everyone was running late. Spilled milk, laundry lay forgotten, and every tiny thing seemed to pile up, demanding…
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Finding Peace Under Pressure: Releasing Control and Embracing God’s Good Plan
The pressure of life nearly broke me. Well, maybe it did. As I broke down in tears on the phone with my sister, I couldn’t help but wonder how I got myself in this position. Am I too much of an over-achiever? Probably. Do I do too much in general? Definitely. Do I have much…
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How to Teach Kids About God’s Goodness Even When Life is Busy
Life as a busy mom often feels like a balancing act—juggling work, family responsibilities, and personal commitments. In the midst of this busyness, it can be challenging to find time to teach your kids about God’s goodness. But here’s the encouraging truth: you don’t need hours of spare time or perfectly planned moments to show…
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Maintaining God’s Goodness During Difficult Conversations at Work
I will never forget my coworker telling me one day after a difficult conversation during a work meeting that I am “not a doormat.” I took it how it was meant – as a compliment. As a direct person my entire life, I have had to refine my conversation skills to effectively communicate my thoughts…
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Defining God’s Goodness: How to See God’s Goodness When Life Feels Overwhelming
As we step into October, we are reflecting on the fruit of the Spirit—goodness. In our busy lives as moms, juggling work, family, and everything in between, it can be easy to miss the daily expressions of God’s goodness. But this month, I want to invite you to slow down and take in just how…
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Balancing Work, Family, and Kindness in a Busy Season
As the harvest season brings cooler air and a whirlwind of activities, it’s easy for working moms to feel stretched thin. Juggling work deadlines, family obligations, and everything in between can leave us feeling drained. But even in the busiest seasons, we can still cultivate kindness—both to others and ourselves. Here’s how you can keep…