Productivity & Proverbs 31- Mom Life, Mentoring, Side Hustle Coaching for Christian Entrepreneurs

Hey Busy Mama! Do you struggle with trying to keep all your plates spinning in the air?  Are you paying money for this app and that app and suddenly realize you have tow of apps doing the same thing- or pretty much the same thing? Do you look at your bank statement and think, "Dang, I forgot I was paying for that!" I know the feeling!  Today's podcast looks at how to clean up, lean up and pare down the excesses in your app world and focus on what you really need. It's a look at an entrepreneurial Kaizen type event for your business. Where are you spending your money and how can you be more productive? Which apps help and which are a time suck? I talk about several of the resources I use regularly. If you aren't familiar with them, the links for exploration are below!  These are a mix of free and paid apps, and many have both versions where you use the free until you get big enough to justify paying for them.   Zoom A free (and subscription) based screen sharing platform Less Annoying CRM (Customer Service Management Platform) With this one you get a free month's trial to check it out. Canva. A Graphic Arts App  A free (and a subscription) graphics art program Mileiq an automatic mileage tracking system See if any of these can help you be more efficient and productive in your business and then in your personal life.  After all, time is a gift we are to use well and enjoy! Let me know in the comments, on our FaceBook page or DM me on Insta how this episode works for you! Join us over in our growing FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community  Connect with me on Insta @Kathylanham or check out and download the freebies and downloads I have over on the website, My Website Blessings! Kathy  

For Better or For Worse. For Richer or Poorer In Sickness and In Health are words we repeat in our wedding vows never thinking about what the future may hold.  Today's podcast guest, FOREVER Senior Executive Director Deanna Johnson, a wife, mom and successful business owner shares her story of triumph in the midst of trauma. Perseverance in pain and the long road of recovery when one is faced with a traumatic brain injury. Insightful and inspirational, listen in as Deanna recounts the story of their family journey. Hope and commitment are the hallmarks of this transparent interview. I pray you will be moved, encouraged and inspired as you listen. oin us over in our growing FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community  Connect with me on Insta @Kathylanham or check out and download the freebies and downloads I have over on the website, My Website Blessings, Kathy      

Hey Mamma! Are you already stressed over how to coordinate your kid's Easter outfits? Need some ideas to share the importance of the season that go beyond just candy and Easter egg hunts? In today's episode I share some fun ideas that give a twist to your family traditions and breathe new life into your Easter celebrations. If you celebrate Lent and are in the middle of teaching those lessons, these ideas bring you up to the week before Easter.  Using object lessons and baking you can share the story of Passover and the week before Jesus' death in some fresh and unique ways. Above all else as you raise your little warriors (and princess warriors) in the faith, I pray these ideas will infuse your holidays with warm family activities that become treasured traditions!  You can get the eggs I mention in the podcast here: Resurrection Eggs (we have a set like these) Enjoy the holiday and take lots of pictures!! If there is no picture it didn't happen. Just kidding!  I'd love for you to continue the conversation by joining us over in our growing FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community  Connect with me on Insta @Kathylanham or check out and download the freebies and downloads I have over on the website, My Website   Blessings, Kathy  

Hey Mama! I know you have great goals for your kids! Who doesn't want to raise kind, loving, gentle, intentionally inclusive, good humans??? But, in today's episode I want to look at the question-Is that enough? It's almost a which came first, the chicken or the egg, discussion. Can we really raise intentional kids without first giving them a foundation on which to stand? How do we lead our children to make Godly choices apart from His Word? If we are not in fellowship with a local body, learning and growing ourselves how do we model that behavior to our children? Is being good, good enough to earn heaven? Listen in to see my take on that question! I'd love to hear what you think as these are my thoughts and beliefs which I hope encourage to see what God's Word has to say! Speaking of getting started; join us over in our growing FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community  Connect with me on Insta @Kathylanham or check out and download the freebies and downloads I have over on the website, My Website Blessings! Kathy

Hey Friend, Have you "washed your face" and are still struggling? Do you wake up feeling a failure and go to bed not much better off? I think you will find you are in good company as many of us are walking around with unmet expectations- from others and ourselves. Join me today as I share 5 ways that I have found over and over to help me out of my feelings and into my faith.  So, buckle on that belt of truth and let's get started! Speaking of getting started; join us over in our growing FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community  Connect with me on Insta @Kathylanham or check out and download the freebies and downloads I have over on the website, My Website Blessings, Kathy

Ever wanted to find that ONE PERFECT PICTURE that you know you took, but you just can't seem to find it as you scroll? Or gotten the message "your storage is full purchase more"? Worse yet, have you deleted a picture from your phone to find out it disappeared across all platforms because you were trusting a sync service not a true photo service? In this day of digital dumpsters - where big box companies simply delete or hold your photos and projects hostage (if you don't make a purchase on a timetable they delete your pics) it's tricky to navigate. Add that we take thousands of photos and it quickly becomes a dilemma we don't want to deal with. In today's episode I offer you some suggestions to help make some sense of how to organize and get started enjoying your memories! I love it when folks decide "I am going to get started!" It's my passion to help you along the journey! Check out all of our freebies and create a photo account over at www.kathylanham.com Speaking of getting started; join us over in our growing FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community  Join my FB Forever Kathy Lanham Photo Tips and Tricks group for challenges and inspiration here: Kathy Lanham Photo Tips and Tricks Connect with me on IG @KathyLanham Thanks for sharing a part of your day with me! Blessings, Kathy

Hey Sister Friend! Coming at you live from the no judgment zone, I have a serious question to ask, Are you authentic or a hypocrite? Do hypocritical people drive you crazy? Does your "walk" match up with your "talk"? Do you have a social media face but also an at home, fed up face? How do you handle it when you are called out for a behavior, your words or some habit you have? It may be something you have no idea is offensive so you feel blindsided when it's brought to your attention! Or, on the flip side of that coin, maybe you are the one calling out a sin, pointing to a harmful or immature behavior. How do you handle that task? In today's episode we are starting the year off with a hard topic, one sure to get you thinking! If you've experienced a hard conversation, I'd love to get your perspective in the comments below! Did you know I have some free resources over on my website, including a Forever intro account with a bonus $20 coupon. Check it out here: https://www.kathylanham.com We have a Facebook Community that I would love to have you join! Productivity and Proverbs 31 Community And to connect on IG or FB it's @kathylanham Blessings Friend, Kathy Music courtesy of https://pixabay.com/users/daddy_s_music-22836301/

Hey My Katies! Do you have your Word for the Year yet? One Word....a buzz word and concept in Christian and business circles. Do you find yourself doubting that one word could really change anything in your life? Do you make endless goals and resolutions, but find you forget them 2 weeks later? How about if we just cut to the chase and simplify? No goals. No wish lists. No workouts. Just one word. One simple word with a Scriptural nudge to create laser focus, clarity and empower you. Truly, that is the power of My One Word! I traded in my resolutions long, long ago, but found the "my one word" challenge has changed my character!  I look at different aspects of my life: my physical (of course, I'm a woman), mindset, spiritual, financial and relationships. When I focus in on just One Word, it holds fast. It sticks.   When you choose your one word, write it down, share it, apply it and live it,  your life will become more fulfilling and incredible than ever. Just One Word.  Give a listen! I'd love to know your word too btw! Join us over in our growing FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community  Connect with me on Insta @Kathylanham or check out and download the freebies and downloads I have over on the website, My Website Blessings, Kathy        

Has the Christmas magic left and all you have is the mess? Need some motivation to clean up the mess so that you are ready for the new year? Today's episode has 10 tried and true tips and tricks to make next year better and hopefully improve your attitude about this one! Grab a trash bag, a permanent maker and let's get started! Speaking of getting started; join us over in our growing FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community  Connect with me on Insta @Kathylanham or check out and download the freebies and downloads I have over on the website, My Website Blessings, Kathy  

Holiday Blues or Christmas Crazy? How do you fare during the holidays? Overwhelmed? Busy? Tired? Broke? Well, my little Katies take a few minutes for yourself with a beverage and a deep breath as I give you 10 very practical Christmas helps for getting through your holidays with joy and grace. Bonus- you will be intentionally including Jesus in your celebration! As promised- My Manger IQ Game.  (Feel free to make it more or less hard depending on the age of the kiddos playing!) Manger Memory True and False Game (from Luke 2 and Matthew 2) 1. Mary is the mother of Jesus. (True) 2. There were 3 wise men,. (False, we don't really know! We do know they brought 3 gifts...but there could have been many wise men) 3. Jesus was visited by shepherds the night he was born. (True) 4. Joseph was Jesus' dad. (False. He was Jesus' earthly dad. Jesus is the Son of God) 5. Mary and Joseph had to go to Bethlehem to be counted in a census. (True) 6. They had to go to Bethlehem because they were from the family of Levi. (False) 7. The angels told the shepherds to wait about a week and they could see Jesus wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. (False) 8.  The wise men also visited Jesus in the manger. (False, Matthew 2:11 they visited him in his house) 9. The king, Herod, was the first place the wise men stopped when they were looking for Jesus. (True) 10. There was a great star (light) in the heavens that led to Jesus. (True) 11. Herod the king  told the wise men to come tell him when they found the baby because he wanted to go worship Jesus too. (True) 12. Herod the king was kind and loving. (False) 13. An angel told Mary she was going to have a baby even though she was not married. (True) 14. Angels appear a lot to tell about Jesus' coming- to Mary, Joseph, the shepherds and to the wise men. (True) 15. The angel's name was Samuel. (False, Gabriel) 16. Angels warn the wise men to go home the same way, stopping by Herod's palace to give  him directions to Jesus. (False- they went home another way) 17.  Angels told Joseph to take Mary and Jesus and run away to Israel so they would be safe. (False- they were to go to Egypt) 18. Two special people, Anna and Simeon,  were waiting for Jesus at the temple so they could bless Him. (True) 19. Mary was really confused and a little afraid when Gabriel appeared to her. (True) 20. The name Jesus means Son of the Most High God. May these questions help you teach your little ones and help you Keep Jesus In Your Christmas! DM me your tips @kathylanham on Instagram Collect your freebies at www.kathylanham.com Join our Facebook Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy        

Hey Friends! Do you have a passion to bless and encourage others, especially women? Maybe you have the passion but no idea what to do or how to begin? Are you full of the day to day busy but wish there was just a little something more? Something to spark your creativity and imagination that would also add some income for your family? I'd love to invite you to give a listen to my two guests today for some encouragement! Brittany Parker and Jen King, co-owners of Curated Gifts and Goods, speak from the heart about their new business and how it came about. Brittany and Jen are neighbors and friends who discovered they shared a desire and passion for helping others and bringing joy into their lives through gifting. Together they have expanded the fledgling business Brittany had started. Brittany is married to a local realtor and has two kids, a senior in high school and  toddler. She has her hands full as a stay at home mom turned entrepreneur. She loves the Lord, spending time with her family and friends, travel and being outdoors. Brittany also loves making all things pretty! Business partner Jen King also has two children, active teenagers and has been married for 19 years. Also a stay at home mom, she had been praying for guidance in her "something more".  Over a cup of coffee, a offer of help and a generous heart, she joined Brittany as a creative team member. Jen blesses others with her singing, playing piano and decorating ANY space. You can find them socially on Instagram at @curatedgoods_gifts  Or, through their linktree address:  linktr.ee/curatedgoodsandgifts  And, as always, I trust this episode will be a blessing your life and that you will find encouragement! Feel free to leave me a comment via DM on FB or Instagram @Kathylanham Join our FB Community Productivity and Proverbs 31 Community Or, check out all of my freebies, courses and offerings over at www.kathylanham.com Love and Blessings, Kathy

OK my Katies, my Kats, and my fellow procrastinators, Are you struggling with entertaining over Thanksgiving or already freaking out about Christmas? Who needs some last minute, get it all done tips? When you don't have time to backwards plan for weeks and you are pressed to the wire, when do you sleep and how in the world do you get it all done? I feel you sister. As a matter of fact, I am in that very situation as I sit at my moms, 6 hours away from my house that needs to be cleaned, groceries that STILL need to be purchased and an unknown number of guests. BUT, since I have been at this a loooong time, I have some tried and true, spot on tips and tricks that will absolutely let you entertain with a minimum of stress. I'm sharing my 4 Step Plan for Procrastinators to help you enjoy the time you have with family.  As a bonus, I have thought of a few more tips that I probably should have included! 4 Step Plan to Entertain without extra Stress: 1- Quickly Declutter. 2- Ready your spaces and clean. 3- Make a menu & shop. 4- Prepare as much as you can in advance and jam out to a motivational playlist. BONUS TIPS: *Think about friends who are single and invite them to join you *Have a sink of hot soapy water to rinse off, wash, wipe and clean as you go. *Delegate, delegate, delegate- which means ask for help! *If using Cool Whip or ice cream for dessert toppings, set out of the freezer as you serve the food. That way it's soft enough to serve when you are ready! *Have guests load their dish straight into your empty diswasher *Get containers or baggies for leftovers.  *Consider getting to go  containers from a local restaurant (or purchase at the store) to take a plate to someone who is alone, recovering from a sickness or surgery, or shut in. DM me your thoughts @KathyLanham on Instagram Join our Facebook Community-Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Grab some freebies and printables @www.kathylanham.com Blessings as you enjoy this season. I am so very thankful for you! Kathy PS Here's the link to the 5 Days to Faith Course! bit.ly/fivedaystofaith    

Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly.”⠀ -Langston Hughes Motivational words that today's guest had as a poster on her wall throughout high school. Which was a good thing as she was sailing in waters of a male dominated world. Give a listen as my friend and guest, Laurie Knight, shares her dream of being on the water sailing. Keeping the dream as as a poor college student- As a busy, mini-van driving, mom of three. And as a working mom until the season came where she stopped just having the dream and started to pursue it.  If you have had to push the pause button on a dream of your own, are in the "too busy  to get a shower" stage, wonder if you will have anything left of yourself once the kidos are gone, take time to listen to today's podcast. I think you'll leave inspired and with hope. Let me know what you are doing to find joy in your journey where you are! Then, what's your dream to achieve?  Contact me with questions or messages for Laurie on my Instagram channel and DM me your thoughts @KathyLanham on Instagram Join our Facebook Community-Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Grab some freebies and printables @www.kathylanham.com Blessings, Kathy  

Looking for some Honest Moms on this one! Do you have clothes waiting to be folded either in the dryer on on your couch? Hate being surprised by company because there is no where to sit? Have you bought new underwear for the kids so that you didn't have any clean? You are not alone friend! (And there is no judgement from this corner!) Check out these great tips from really savvy laundry folks who know how to clean up a mess. Along with my free life experience of all the boys lol! This quick, fun episode will give you (hopefully) some new ideas on a thankless task! Oh wait, did I hear you whisper that you love doing laundry? Well, listen up as well! You might learn something new. But if not, you can share your best tips!  Fun Resources for a Happier Suds Day! Wool Dryer Balls Non wool dryer balls Laundry Essential Oils Cozy Fireside Essential Oil Scents Fall Scents Essential Oil Collection Winter Wonderland Laundry Detergant "Shelf" Skinny Laundry Roller Shelves Mesh Laundry Bags   DM me your tips @kathylanham on Instagram Collect your freebies at www.kathylanham.com Join our Facebook Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy  

Hey Momma! Are you ready for your day in the spotlight? To get that bonafide Influencer status?  To influence others with your gorgeous photos and excellent content? Today's episode takes a look at how to become an authentic influencer- in the space you have, with the time energy and abilities you have been given. I give you 10 quick ways to check to make sure your influence is authentic and trustworthy. Listen to Anne Wilson's Hey Girl Video Here And if you really want a good cry in validation of the job you are doing as a momma, go ahead and listen to Mamas here. It's also by Anne Wilson! Quick overview? 1. Own Truth of your Worth 2. Grow in that truth and rehearse it. 3. Know Your Audience 4. Know Your Season of Life 5. Who in your Audience Matters? 6. Grasp the Important not the Trendy. 7. Mind Your Motives. 8. Keep Your Seat at the Table. 9. Talk it and Walk It. 10. Be Kind and Compassionate That list of 10 would be good for any life, not just those of us who want to influence others! DM me your thoughts @KathyLanham on Instagram Join our Facebook Community-Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Grab some freebies and printables @www.kathylanham.com Blessings, Kathy

Sisters, If there is one overriding thing the COVID Pandemic did, it was to increase our isolation. The enforced lockdown robbed us of our community. Our sense of belonging. Our ability to see the world as we did before-or BC, before COVID.  But, I believe that we were made for community. For seeing the needs of others and being seen. In today's episode we look at a variety of ways to find a community, to model making and being friends to our kids. And then, the value of reaching out to find our place and voice. Here's to being not only in community, but a great community member as well! Speaking of,  join us over in our growing FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community  Connect with me on Insta @Kathylanham or check out and download the freebies and downloadables I have over on the website, My Website Blessings, Kathy

Hey Mama, Do you wonder some days if you are going to lose your mind because your kids won't mind? Do your days of feeling defeated outnumber your days of victory in the child rearing realm? Do you need a boost of confidence and help? Join me today as I look at 4 Parenting Styles to decide where you are. It could be that your mindset is part of the issue. With a little redirect, you can get your chaos under control! You've got everything you need and are doing a great  job!  I'll keep reminding you of that until your kiddos are old enough to do it themselves! Big hugs, Kathy Oh, and do you know I have freebies for you over on my website? Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31 Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com Dr. Kevin Leman Resources:  The Birth Order Book Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours Have a New Kid by Friday Dr. James Dobson Resources:  Temper Your Child's Tantrums: How Firm Loving Discipline Will Lead To a More Peaceful Home The NEW Strong Willed Child https://amzn.to/3yNehHu Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community    

Hey Friends, Ever read your kiddo's favorite book for the 100th time and thought, "I should write a book!" Or maybe you have had that book idea in your head forever and have been too afraid to act on it. Maybe you'd love to write that book but just don't know how? Join me on the podcast to hear how new children's author, Cindy Witty, decided to make that dream come true.  She freely shares her process, the steps she took to get to publication and inspiration that it's never too late to chase your dream! You can contact Cindy through her website www.cindybwitty.com DM her on Instagram @wittycindyb Purchase her book, Musical Soul Mates: A Girl Who Hears Music Everywhere ,  on Amazon or at public events if you are in KY.  Or, if all else fails, DM me @Kathylanham and I will connect you if possible! Are you ready to write??   Blessings, Kathy

Hey Mommas,  As the weather turns cooler and the leaves begin to change it's a great time to get some family photos! Fall (in any place that has trees), provides a natural backdrop of beauty for your photos. Coordinate your outfits and you have photos you can use in a multitude of ways. Does just thinking about trying to coordinate the clan, get them to a  photographer and have everyone smile make you inwardly cringe? Then, today's episode will give you some practical and helpful ideas on how to pull it all together so you are ready for your photographer! Resources that might help! Fall Barn Backdrop Pumpkin Glasses for Fun Photo Ops Floral Wreath Headbands Canon DSLR Rebel Camera Starter Kit Share your photos and tag me on your Socials! @kathylanham Freebies are found at Website with freebies & printables Blessings, Kathy

Hey Mama, Now that the kiddos are back to school what will you do with those few, free minutes? Work out? Eat? Binge watch tv? Read?  OR, step into your next stage of greatness? Today's episode lays out how to grow a great business by having the mindset of a farmer! I give you a framework of 10 sustainable growth principles. 1- Decide to plant despite difficulty. 2- Make a plan and lay it out. 3- Plan for results. What do you want to see happen? 4- Weed out distractions. 5- Show up, stay humble 6-Geet and keep new clients. 7- Weed routinely. Get rid of fear, self-doubt, internal negative thoughts. 8- Have patience and keep on keeping on. 9- Harvest, Can, Freeze, Share or Sell 10- Enjoy the fruit of your labor! Here's to being an awesome Farmer in the Dell and having a strong harvest in your business!  Come let me know in our Facebook group what business you are launching. We will cheer you on and help you along the way! Join The Productivity and Proverbs 31 Facebook Group  Join My Mailing List and Grab Some Freebies  Connect socially and leave me a DM @kathylanham Great Resources: Failing Forward by John Maxwell Developing the Leader Within You 2.o John Maxwell Organized Chaos Believing in you! Kathy  

Hey Sweet Mama! Kids are back in school, you have a schedule and FINALLY you have some control again! Or not. Enter the hectic scene of the "extras"! All the extra choices and options of the things you can do AFTER school! Art, music, sports, drama, 4-H, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, AWANNAs, Girls Club, Boys Club, Horse riding lessons, part time jobs...the list seems endless.  The pursuit of passion, fun and fitness can be overwhelming and exhausting. If that's where you are standing, or sinking, then give today's lesson a thoughtful listen. Today, I share questions I wish I had really asked myself before we got into the cycle of continuous motion. **Warning, hard introspection may be needed and egos checked at the door beside the cleats. Cheering you on from the microphone sideline! Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy    

Hey Sister Friend! Quick, if you had to name one issue that causes the most problems in your marriage what would it be? If you thought or said, "Money" you are definitely going to want to listen in today as I interview Hannah Porter,  an Advisor for Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace. Hannah shared how the 7 Baby Steps taught in the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace Program works. Dave Ramsey's 7 Budgeting Baby Steps Step 1: Start an Emergency Fund of $1000 Step 2: Pay off debts using the debt snowball method. Step 3: Complete Your Emergency Fund.  Step 4: Invest 15% to Save for Retirement.  Step 5: Save for your children's College Funds.  Step 6: Pay Off Your House Early. Step 7: Build Wealth and Give. Today's episode is practical and full of hope. If you need help to make sense of financial drama, out of control spending and too much month at the end of your paycheck you want to stay tuned. You don't need to be local to KY to benefit  as Dave Ramsey's ministry is international. Please drop your questions in the comments below or shoot me a DM! We are all better together! Resources: Dave Ramsey Website Total Money Makeover, Dave Ramsey (Book) Financial Money Makeover (Workbook) Baby Steps Millionaires (Book) Financial Peace Jr. Game for kids Questions for Humans  (Game for couples, parents and kids, friends) Freebies: Kathy's website Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy

Hey Mama! As the excitement or dread of a new school year approaches, have you given any thought to some traditions you can start to celebrate new beginnings? Does the thought of adding one more thing to your list wear you out? If so, kick back and listen to this episode that is full of real and practical ideas (that I have tested out and done!) to get a little jump start or motivation.  No need to do them all of course, pick one or two that seem doable and jump in. I've included resources to help make it easier! Get messy, have fun, make memories!! Here's to some great learning, a great schoot year and some awesome memories ahead! Please drop your great ideas in the comments below or shoot me a DM! We are all better together! Resources: Back to School Sign (1) Back to School Sign (2) Back to School Sign (Option 3) Premade Lunch box notes Cute Scratch off Notes Dinosaur Notes Youger kids lunch box (MANY options!) Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy

Hey Mama! Nobody loves your child better than you! Grandma is a close second, but right up there on the daily is your child's teacher! In today's episode I give you some practical ways to encourage and support those heroes on the front line. Who, depite low pay, long hours and disrespect show up anyway-to teach and love on your kiddos. Who choose not to leave for a better paying job, but stay the course. Who give you a break as you run your busy life! As another school year gets started, I am encouraging you today to put your best impulses into action. Not just for the first few weeks, but for the long haul. The whole school year! Here's to some great learning ahead! Please drop your great ideas in the comments below or shoot me a DM! We are all better together! Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy

Hey Mama! Has your school year started?  Whether it's the exciting pre-K days or the high school years going back to school can be a challenge. You are trading in long sunshiney days of fun in the sun for backpacks, new crayons, schedules and generally a little chaos and cray! What if you had some systems or habits that you trained your kids and yourself to follow for a smooth and seamless school year? Tiny, little incremental habits that you incorporate on the daily that makes all of life a bit easier. Check out these charts to help keep you on track Homework and Chore Charts  For whole life, I also loved using Melissa and Doug's magnetic, stand up Responsibility Charts Today's episode take a look at just that. Doesn't matter if you are a "first timer" to the school routine or an old pro (or grandma) here's some ideas for success. Don't forget I have some freebies for you over on my website! Have you checked out my study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31 Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com Resources to checking out: Atomic Habits by James Clear Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything Laundry and Cleaning Chore Charts Homework and Chore Charts Kids Bookcase and Reading Nook Rotating Desk Organizer Kids Weekly Clothes Organizer Outside Bike Stand and Toy Organizer Snack and shelf organizers Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy

Hey Mama! What do you do when you and the hubs (or significant other/caregiver) are on different pages-maybe even in different books on how to live out your faith.   Or spend your money Or raise the kids. Today we are looking at some pitfalls and helpful advice to navigate the waters before they get choppy and angry.  The art of honest and open communication and compromise...sounds easy, yet it's not! I hope you'll be blessed. Did you know I have freebies for you over on my website? Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31 Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com Great Podcasts & Resources: Focus On the Family Dave Ramsey   Books: Dave Ramsey, The Total Money Makeover Financial Peace Jr. Toolkit  Financial Peace Jr. gives parents the tools they need to raise money-smart kids. The kit covers four basic concepts: working, spending, saving and giving. Even if your financial history hasn't been perfect, you have the opportunity to teach your child to live differently. 40 Unforgetable Dates with Your Mate by Dr. Gary & Barbara Ros The 4 Seasons of Marriage by Gary Chapman Sheet Music, Uncovering the Secrets of Sexual Intimacy in Marriage by Kevin Leman     Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy

Hey Friends, As we continue with the "Last Days" teaching I wanted to expand a little on what the Bible says the future looks like. I encourage you to "be like a Berean" to figure out what you believe! Do you have a solid handle on what it means when someone talks about the Rapture and the Tribulation Time? Or, have you sworn off end time conversations and study because a "hell fire and brimstone" preacher scared the bee-jeebies out of you when you were a kid? Do you tend to avoid studying books of the Bible like Revelation and Ezekiel? It's easy  be too busy to tackle topics related to Bible prophecy with an attitude of "well it's just too complicated." Today, we are going to do ask some questions, look at some passages and hopefully do a high level overview of what the Rapture is and when it happens on the Biblical timeline of prophecy!  Did you know I have freebies for you over on my website? Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31 Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com Great Podcasts & Resources: The Prophecy Pros, Jeff Kinley & Todd Hampson Podcast Books: The Prophecy Pros' Illustrated Guide To Tough Questions About the End Times The Non-Prophet's Guide to the End Times; Bible Prophecy For Everyone   Book Trilogy by Donna VanLiere The Time of Jacob's Trouble The Day of Ezekiel's Hope Daniel's Final Week   Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy

Hey Friends, I love bringing in a little juicy topic now and then to encourage you to "be like a Berean" to figure out what you believe! Do you have a solid handle on what it means when someone talks about the Rapture? Feel confused because that actual word isn't in Scripture? (Hint: neither is the Trinity, but...) Or, have you sworn off end time conversations and study because a "hell fire and brimstone" preacher scared the bee-jeebies out of you when you were a kid? Do you tend to avoid studying books of the Bible like Revelation and Ezekiel? It's easy  be too busy to tackle topics related to Bible prophecy with an attitude of "well it's just too complicated." Today, we are going to do ask some questions, look at some passages and hopefully do a high level overview of what the Rapture is and when it happens on the Biblical timeline of prophecy!  Did you know I have freebies for you over on my website? Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31 Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com Great Podcasts & Resources: The Prophecy Pros, Jeff Kinley & Todd Hampson Podcast Books: The Prophecy Pros' Illustrated Guide To Tough Questions About the End Times The Non-Prophet's Guide to the End Times; Bible Prophecy For Everyone   Book Trilogy by Donna VanLiere The Time of Jacob's Trouble The Day of Ezekiel's Hope Daniel's Final Week   Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy  

Hey Mama! Ever feel like you are managing a zoo and wonder where in the world did these kids come from anyway? Why, if your kiddos are all raised in the same house in the same way are they so different? Why does it feel like your husband is another child sometimes? Or, flip it to your larger sibling group-why is Sister A so bossy? Why is Brother B such a baby? Why are you the only responsible one? If so, then today's episode is one you don't want to miss! We are looking at birth order in the family through the lens of Dr. Kevin Leman's "The Birth Order Book." Understanding this fun but important concept helps you understand others and yourself. When you understand the birth order concept, your communication and interactions with others improve. You can discipline and interact with your children more "fairly" and according to their bent. Birth Order...maybe Able did have it coming after all! (You'll have to listen to see what I mean!)   Oh, and do you know I have freebies for you over on my website? Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31 Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com Dr. Kevin Leman Resources: (He has lots more!) The Birth Order Book Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours Have a New Kid by Friday Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy        

Hey Sis, Are you a grudge holder? To forgive or hold a grudge??? To get revenge for that hurt- you know what I'm talking about...secret joy at another's misfortune because of a hurt or slight they have caused you. Today, we are looking at how forgiveness turns that upside down and why it is a gift to ourselves!  Forgiveness is a decision. Forgiveness is a transaction, an exchange. Forgiveness is a release and a letting go. Forgiveness is a practice. Forgiveness is a command, not a suggestion in the Bible. Forgiveness is freeing. Forgiveness is possible. Forgiveness allows you to be who you were created to be. Forgiveness opens the floodgates of the fruit of the spirit. Forgiveness allows you to let go of the past and it's control of your future. Forgiveness allows you to be loved and to fully love. Forgiveness is not a weakness. Forgiveness puts you in control. Forgiveness is a choice. Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself.   As you listen to today's episode, I pray the eyes of your heart will be enlightened and open to hear God's truth over you beloved! Oh, and do you know I have freebies for you over on my website? Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode.  New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31 Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Blessings, Kathy  

Who has stuff??? Too much stuff? Can I get an amen? Today's episode is coming right from the heart of this messie. Some practical ways I have conquered my mess, my clutter and the stress that came from managing (or NOT managing) all of my stuff. Hopefully you will be encouraged and inspired to get rid of a few things, move forward and enjoy your life fully!! And as you train your littles to join you, there are lots of fun "tools" like these  Snack organizers to help you. Don't miss our study looking at the Proverbs 31 woman! It's pretty cool and goes right along with today's episode. Bonus at the bottom-a link to the minimal mom, a super encouraging and practical look at how to do life with less. New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31 Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com Check out the The Minimal Mom https://youtu.be/XG38nejfC7A Socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community   Blessings, Kathy

I had the great pleasure of speaking with co-founder of Girl Defined Ministries, Kristen Clark, on the podcast today! You might remember her sister, Bethany, from a few episodes ago. Kristen's story is a powerful one of beauty, faith, and perseverance.  Kristen Clark is married to her best friend, Zack, and is the newly adoptive mom to two precious boys from Ukraine. She is co-founder of Girl Defined Ministries, author of several books, including Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your Story, and is passionate about promoting the message of God-defined womanhood through blogging, speaking, mentoring young women, and hosting Bible studies in her living room. In the end, she's just a fun-lovin' Texas girl who adores all things outdoors and is an unashamed dog-lover who snuggles with her little maltipoo whenever she can.

Happy 4th of July Sis! What a great celebration of our country's birthday, our freedoms and an opportunity to craft some great holiday memories. Ever wondered why your fireworks pictures are always blurry or shaky?  Need some ideas on how to spice up the holiday? In today's episode I'm sharing some super practical ideas and tips on how to get some stellar photos of not only the fireworks in the night sky, but the whole event. And, I am encouraging you to be center stage in some of your own photos! Buy special outfits, break out the camera and the homemade ice cream freezer,  bring your blanket and let's celebrate our freedom! Cool Resources for my freebies and downloads: www.kathylanham.com Better photos:  Nick Kelsh https://www.howtophotographyourlife.com socially Connect with me @kathylanham  FB Community- Productivity & Proverbs 31 Community Our New Bible Study: Busy Women Get It Done, A Look at Proverbs 31 Blessings, Kathy

It's our birthday month and wow oh wow, how fast a year can pass!!  First, THANK YOU for being a part of the journey over the past year. If you are just joining us-welcome. But, if you have been with me steadily or sporadically over the past year my heart is full of thanks for you. I never take lightly the fact that you took time out of your busy day to give the podcast a listen.  Join me in a celebration as we roll out a new course/Bible study focused on productivity and the character of the Proverbs 31 woman, "Busy Women Get It Done, a look at Proverbs 31" This was the course I was writing before I actually started the podcast. I was teaching and helping women in the network marketing space, coaching folks as they were beginning their journey and helping moms who were struggling in their day to day. It seemed only fitting that I put pen to paper and capture these concepts to reach even more. God has incredible things to teach us in His Word and I believe in these last days there is no better time to listen in! I'd be blessed and honored if, after you take a few minutes to listen if you would go on over to either www.kathylanham.com or click on the link to take the study- www.bit.ly/prov31  because after all, it's the busy woman that get's things done! And, get a friend to join you! Iron sharpens iron and it's much more fun to share what you are learning. To connect join our Facebook Group- Productivity and Proverbs 31 Community Instagram-@kathylanham kathylanham777@gmail.com Courses: Study Courses Blessings and thanks, Kathy  

Overwhelmed mamas, help is here! Take a quick listen to the podcast today to hear my number 1 tip on how I deal with stress.  I promise, if you give this method a try, you will feel so much lighter! One of the hardest parts of motherhood is handling the mental load...doctor appointments, school lunches, did Alex finish his homework, I really need to mop the house, I haven't called my friend in a while, the laundry needs to be redone, etc. We are under so much pressure, and we need a time to breathe! Let's start with the first step...a good ol' brain dump. kathylanham.com

Feeling a bit low friend? You're not alone. Every mother who has come before you and every mother who will come after you has felt and will feel the overwhelm you feel right now.  Motherhood is HARD. It's beautiful, rewarding, important, but it's also really really hard. So many people like to brush off the struggles of motherhood with a "Enjoy it while you can! These years fly by! Don't miss it!" I am not going to be one of those people today. Instead of advising you to grin and bear it for the next 18 years and accept your misery, I am going to give you actual tips for how to help! You can make motherhood easier, you can get to a place where you feel joy when you wake up in the morning, you can create the life you want.   Stick with me, friend. You can do this!

This one is a fabulous listen for all my married friends out there! I spoke with the incredible Beatriz Vargas, a certified Christian marriage and relationship coach and founder of The Grace Fueled Wife. Beatriz has a podcast, marriage course, and coaching services that have all helped countless women transform their marriages.  Beatriz came on the show to speak about her most asked question...what do I do if my my marriage is falling apart and I've tried EVERYTHING to save it? How do I fix it??  If you are in a season of feeling more like roommates in your marriage, you will find comfort in Beatriz's advice. You are not alone, my friend. There is help out there, there is hope, and Beatriz will help you see it.  Connect with Beatriz  https://www.beatrizvargas.com/ Listen to her podcast "The Grace Fueled Wife" @thegracefueledwife

Are your kids getting older? It might be time to start thinking about involving them more in home maintenance! After all, everyone in the family contributes to the mess, so everyone in the family should contribute to the cleanup.  I read a great blog post on Focus On The Family recently, and I wanted to share it with my listeners! Instead of trying to reinvent the wheel, I simply created a summary cheatsheet with the recommended chores for different age groups, and on the podcast I talked about my own philosophy on chores and how to add them to your family culture.  If you would like to download the cheatsheet for yourself, click below! Download The Chore Cheatsheet Here

As a seasoned mother and grandmother, I now know about all the photos I wish I would have taken while my kids were growing up, and all the photos I'm glad I did take.  Today, I'm going to take you through a quick list of memories you will want to capture through your parenting journey. And don't forget to get in the photos yourself!  If you are in need of a better photo and video storage solution, I work with a company called Forever, and I can help you protect your photos for generations to come. You can try it for free today!  https://www.forever.com/ambassador/kathylanham https://www.mixily.com/event/calendar

Ever since my kids were young, I have always been involved with a side hustle of some sort. Whether it was to make some extra income, learn a new skill, or just have something I could truly call my own, I have always loved being an entrepreneur.  With the state of the world right now, it seems like more and more people are looking for remote positions. If you are one of those people, this is the episode for you! You have the skills and talents RIGHT NOW to start your own side hustle. Hop on google, join some Facebook groups, and go bless the world with your gifts.  kathylanham.com @kathylanham

What an incredible conversation with the fantastic Bethany Beal! Bethany is a co-founder of Girl Defined Ministries. Her and her sister, Kristen Clark, are on a mission "to help modern girls understand and live out God's timeless truth for womanhood."  They share their stories, struggles, celebrations, and everything in between on YouTube, Instagram, and podcast. I think the greatest thing about Girl Defined is they don't sugarcoat anything. They talk about real, difficult, honest questions. They will truly lead you to God's calling in your life, and they will love and embrace you for who you are.  In today's episode, Bethany opens up about what to do when life doesn't look the way you thought it would. From being single, to getting married, and then on to an extremely difficult postpartum season, Bethany had to learn how to trust God in the little moments instead of worrying constantly about the future.  You will fall in love with Bethany today. I can't wait for you to listen! Find more of her material here... https://girldefined.com/ @girldefined YouTube Girl Defined Podcast The Girl Defined Show

Are you leaning into and loving that warmer weather is heading our way or dreading the time with kids? I know it can be easy to fall into the trap of using tablets, shows and phones to occupy your littles, but I want to encourage you to be a little more creative, spontaneous and fun and remember the brilliance of your children!  Teaching our kids delight in nature, joy in laughter and the fun of an outdoor picnic are free gifts we usually leave unopened. It takes intentionality to help foster creativeness.  You, momma, get to set the tone! Let's start speaking life into our own souls so that we can share it with our kiddos!  20 Awesome ideas for spring you can start trying out today. These years with your little ones are so precious. I hope you'll listen and leave inspired to go have fun. And hey, if someone gets sick-or you have a flat tire-or things don't go perfectly....that's life.  Some days are meant for longer naps!! Leave me some comments so I know what you tried and how it worked!  You're doing a great job, mama! Keep it up!  Contact Me: kathylanham777@gmail.com Connect on Social: @kathylanham Get all the freebies: Kathy's Website      

This topic is so good I had to keep going! Spiritual Gifts are too incredible and too important to keep to just one episode.  Join me again this week as we continue our discussion on how to understand what God is calling you to do with your unique gifts.  bit.ly/fivedaystofaith @kathylanham kathylanham.com

Part 2 is here! Now that we have started to think about what our Spiritual Gifts could be, let's talk about how we can use them. If you haven't already listened to part 1, go back and listen and then catch up with us here!  These are the perfect things to ponder as we head into Easter.  kathylanham.com

I'm sure you've heard about Spiritual Gifts in passing before, but have you ever stopped to think more about them? What do you believe God gifted you with, and how are you strengthening those gifts?  I am kicking off a 4-week series where we will dive into Spiritual Gifts...what are they? How do we know what our unique gifts are? How can we use them for The Kingdom?  I hope you'll join me! Come chat with us in the FB group too. We've been sharing our gifts and will continue to discuss these episodes in there!  Have you joined my 5 Days To Faith Course yet? It's a great price and there's still time to go through it before Easter.  bit.ly/fivedaystofaith

What a joy to have Nancy Boatman join me on the show this week. I know you will soak up every word she has to say just like I did. It's so good! If you are struggling with teaching your kids kindness, manners, or how to handle certain situations, you will love this amazing perspective and approach!  Nancy Boatman is an etiquette consultant and life skills coach focused on helping students and professionals learn etiquette basics. Nancy teaches students of all ages and covers topics such as dining etiquette, interview preparation, and business etiquette. Prior to starting her own business, Nancy has over a decade of experience working in corporate marketing communications. She hold a bachelor's degree from Georgetown College. Nancy lives in Lexington with her husband and two young children. Aside from teaching etiquette, Nancy loves volunteering in Lexington- specifically serving on the Advisory Board for the Carol Barr Fund with the American Heart Association, the Her Knight Dance Board, Rosa Parks Elementary PTA Board, and homeroom parent in her children's classrooms. Contact Nancy info@nancyboatmanetiquette.com Website: www.nancyboatmanetiquette.com                                                             Facebook: Nancy Boatman Etiquette                                                            Instagram: @nancyboatmanetiquette

The world is a big place. Our kids are being exposed to new situations, people, and opportunities every single day.  Let's talk about how you can prepare them for the world.  Give them the tools for their journey, truth to hold onto in a storm, values to keep them grounded. It can be difficult to know where to begin when sharing our faith with our own kids, and that's why I made this episode.  Also, don't miss out on the Five Days To Faith Course that is currently open for enrollment! Only $12, it is the perfect bible study to take as you prepare for Easter. I have recorded 5 different lessons about believing, prayer, service, The Bible, and fellowship. After taking this quick course, you will be more than prepared to start sharing the Truth with your children and making them warriors in the Faith.  bit.ly/fivedaystofaith

Part 2 is here! We are continuing to look at your worldview and how it impacts your choices. How do we know if our choices align with God's desires for our lives? Let's talk about it! Also, I LAUNCHED A COURSE! It's called Five Days To Faith and it's a Bible Study for all walks of life. An intro to God's Word, a great refresher for seasoned Christians, or even something for the skeptics. Only $12 and packed with lessons taught by me. Videos, a workbook, a FB group, and more! Grab it at the link below... bit.ly/fivedaystofaith