Podcasts about maycember

43. Summer Self-Care & Taking a Real Pause When end-of-school chaos meets the need for genuine restIf there's one thing I know for sure, it's this: There will ALWAYS be challenging seasons to navigate when life moves fast and work is intense.Fresh off my daughter's high school graduation and our five-day "grad-u-palooza," I'm bringing back our #1 most popular episode—and I think its popularity speaks to how absolutely overrun we all feel, especially during "Maycember" (that chaotic collision of May's end-of-school madness with summer's promise of freedom).End-of-school craziness paired with scrambling for summer childcare can feel overwhelming for parents juggling work schedules. Whether you're piecing together camps, relatives, and friends for younger kids, or navigating the complex world of teens who've aged out of traditional childcare, the struggle is real.Personally, the end-of-school season always hits me like a two-by-four. If there's one thing I miss about job sharing, it's having a work bestie to help keep my well-being in check—someone with the authority to signal when it's time to pause and practice real self-care.In this encore episode, you'll discover:How to handle summer transitions without losing your mindWhy taking a pause isn't selfish—it's essentialHow to pivot and downshift when kids are home and work routines go out the windowWhat real self-care actually looks like (hint: it's more than massages and facials)How job sharing principles can help you rest, refresh, and recharge—even outside of workLinks Mentioned:Join our weekly newsletter (biweekly this summer!): workmuse.com/newsletterGrab your FREE Guide to Job Sharing

It's the Super Bowl for stocks - Nvidia's earnings are out after the bell today, recovering from the dangerous time known as Maycember and a WNBA star's injury drives ticket prices down.

May. Freaking. Cember. If you're a mom, you already know what that word means deep in your soul. It's the May version of December—field trips, concerts, parties, early pickups, spirit week, art shows, sports tournaments, last-minute cupcakes, and emotional breakdowns in Target because your kid forgot to tell you it's "dress like a book character" day. All stacked on top of a life that was already full. And yet… my business hasn't skipped a beat. Because this year? This May?  It hit different for me. Because for the first time, I didn't feel like I was drowning. I felt present. I felt grateful. I felt in control. Not because life slowed down... but because I finally built a business that worked around my real life. So if you're exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering if it's even possible to build something of your own without sacrificing your time, your energy, or your family—today's episode is for you. So grab your coffee, take a breath, and let's talk about why Etsy digital products are the best business model for moms—especially during the craziest season of the year. xo, Jacqueline   | LEARN FROM ME | Etsy Profits PRO - Course + Coaching Program www.jacqueline-butler.com/etsyprofitspro    | OTHER STEPS | Join My Email List & Get a FREEBIE! www.jacqueline-butler.com/freeguide  FREE Masterclass: www.jacqueline-butler.com/freemasterclass  FREE 5-Step Starter Guide: www.jacqueline-butler.com/starterguide  FREE Facebook Community: www.jacqueline-butler.com/freegroup  Website: www.jacqueline-butler.com  Get In Touch: jb@jacqueline-butler.com  Instagram: www.instagram.com/jacquelinebutler.co

As we've entered the last week of May, I remember how crazy this time of year is for those who have school-aged children. I know a lot of parents are in what many call Maycember. The chaotic final days of the school year entail so many parties, ceremonies, graduations, proms, concerts, teacher appreciation gifts and sports tournaments. It can also bring lots of anticipation, with kids looking forward to summer break and wondering what teacher they'll have next year. For me, however, I'm often reminded of a difficult memory that occurred over 20 years ago at the conclusion of my son's first year of kindergarten. That year I had to tell six-year-old Jacob he wouldn't be moving up to first grade with his friends in the fall. Several months earlier, Jacob's kindergarten teacher called my husband and me in for what we thought was a routine conference. Expecting to hear glowing reports of our son's schoolwork, we were instead faced with a situation that brought frustration and heartache to our family. Jacob's teacher began by saying Jacob had been very distracted over the last few months, and she felt he needed to be tested for ADD. She handed us a paper outlining the symptoms and advised us to have a doctor confirm the diagnosis. Then she dropped the bomb. “I believe Jacob would be better off if you held him back a year,” she said coolly. “Of course, the choice is yours, but he won't benefit if you send him on ahead.” Here's Jacob's story... Also, I'd love for you to become part of the Building Strong Homes Community and sign up for my email list where you'll also receive my baked spaghetti recipe. You can also click to sign up to become part of my free Facebook community. Watch on YouTube Lessons Learned and Victories Won Through Our Son's Struggle with ADD with Carol Roper https://youtu.be/IO7tY33uiCU

Tom takes the temperature of a crochet thing and Molly finds that May is a crowded month for parents. Then Tom spots Hismile, while Molly recognizes liquid IV.LINKS:MaycemberLiquid IVTemperature BlanketHiSmiles Toothpaste (Hat tip Mitzula) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have an episode suggestion? Text us!It's May—aka Maycember—that time of year when school events, sports, recitals, end-of-year chaos, and mental overload all collide. If you're feeling stretched thin, resentful, or like you might snap over a missed sign-up genius… you're not alone.In this episode of Paige's Perspective, I'm talking about the emotional weight of this season, what you can give yourself grace on, and what should stay nonnegotiable—even when it feels like you're drowning in to-dos.You'll hear about: – Why the crockpot still sitting on my counter is not a crisis – What I had to let go of to show up for what matters – How to protect your self-care in the middle of the madness – And why this season is temporary—but your well-being isn'tThis episode is part validation, part pep talk, and part reminder that you don't have to do it all—you just have to protect the parts of you that matter most.Support the showFind video clips and full length video from this episode on YouTube and our other social media pages!On the web:www.twfo.comOnline Course: www.independentlystrong.comUse code WHEELIES75 for 75% off the entire course!Soberlink Device:www.soberlink.com/wheelsCheck out our blog:https://twfo.com/blogFollow us on TikTok:https://tiktok.com/@twfo_coupleFollow us on Instagram:https://instagram.com/twfo_couple/Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TWFOCoupleFollow us on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@twfo_coupleFind Taylor Counseling Group:https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/Donate to Counseling for the Future Foundation:Donate Here

All sin stems from incorrect worship. Take a listen as Pastors John and Tim breakdown why it's so critical to worship the TRUE GOD - Jesus Christ, even in Maycember.

Click HERE for Early Bird Registration for our Escape Virtual Summit It's Maycember—when school calendars explode, sports schedules multiply, and curveballs come in hot. (Is it just me, or does May try to out-December December every year?) My guest today a fellow Time Management Coach and mentor-from-afar, Anna Dearmon Kornick, is no stranger to chaos—or lice?! Yep, she's telling the now-legendary tale of The Great Lice Day and how it became the perfect metaphor for handling life's sudden swerves. She brings a powerful and practical framework called CURVE that will help you navigate the unexpected without losing your mind (or your calendar). In this episode: ✅ What to do when your perfect plan gets obliterated ✅ How to pivot without spiraling ✅ Why flexibility beats perfection every time ✅ And how to keep a clear head… even on that infamous Lice Day

It's time for “On the Tens”...a rapid fire way to get to know ourlikes and dislikes. Listen in and play along! We also discuss the best fatherhood/motherhood advice we've received, preschool board games, love songs, and Maycember survival tips (The Victory Couch is hosted by Rick and Julie Rando).Shownotes: Connect with us on Instagram @thevictorycouch, Facebook, victorycouchpodcast@gmail.com, or www.thevictorycouch.comWant a new Victory Couch sticker for your water bottle, laptop, guitarcase, etc.? Send us a message and we'll mail you one.SUBSCRIBE to The Victory Couch e-mail list by visiting https://www.thevictorycouch.com/ and click SUBSCRIBE at the top of your screen. Can you give some guidance to moms (parents, care givers, etc.) who feel they're pressured to “get it all in” at the end of the school year?What's the best piece of fatherhood advice that you've ever received?What is your favorite preschool or elementary school aged board game?SneakySnacky Squirrelhttps://www.educationalinsights.com/item-the-sneaky-snacky-squirrel-gameEducational InsightsChutesand Laddershttps://shop.hasbro.com/en-us/product/chutes-and-ladders-game/A4756Lookingfor Lovelyhttps://www.anniefdowns.com/looking-for-lovely/looking-for-lovely-presale/Candylandhttps://shop.hasbro.com/en-us/product/candy-land-board-game-2021-fun-preschool-games-for-kids-family-gifts-ages-3-plus/A4813ConnectFourhttps://shop.hasbro.com/en-us/product/connect-4-classic-grid-board-game-4-in-a-row-game-for-kids-2-player-strategy-board-games-ages-6-plus/A5640Operationhttps://shop.hasbro.com/en-ca/product/classic-operation-game/B2176Perfectionhttps://shop.hasbro.com/en-us/product/perfection-board-game-kids-and-preschool-games-for-ages-5-plus-memory-game-for-kids/F7697What are your top five love songs of all time?Couch crumb: rough landing on airplane ride, MaycemberProp your feet up: saw our nephew graduate from college, good Mother's Day, school friendships blossoming

SORRY NO OUTRO TODAY!! Busy bees in the hive this morning! TODAY ON THE SHOW, however, MAYCEMBER!!! Why is MAY SO BUSY??? Every year this happens to us. Then, SECOND DATE UPDATE, TV TALK, STACEYS ANTI CHATGPT BUSINESS and SO MUCH MORE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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You're in a full season—Maycember style. You've dropped the habits, you're just trying to keep up, and part of you feels like you've failed. But what if the real problem isn't that you let go… it's what you believe that means? In this episode, I'm unpacking a gentler, more honest approach to staying rooted in your habits—without perfection, guilt, or pressure. If you're tired of starting over and ready to feel steady in the chaos, this one's for you.   Ali's Resources:  Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course! Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron   

May doesn't come with twinkle lights, gifts, or permission to reset and yet it's one of the most intense months on the calendar. In this unfiltered episode, I sit down with Meg to talk how we're navigating this high-pressure month when you're running a business, raising a family, and trying to stay sane in the middle of wind, branding season, and end-of-school-year chaos.We chat candidly about how the myth of “doing it all” is still showing up in subtle ways, how systems become strategy when your whole life feels over-committed, and why managing your capacity has nothing to do with being less ambitious. This episode is equal parts coaching session, permission slip, and reminder that the goal isn't to fix everything.In This EpisodeWhy May feels like December without the joy.The “net stress analysis” I use to make hard choices (like skipping a big award event).How to measure the real cost of saying yes: emotionally, logistically, and energetically.The myth of linear priorities and why “family over business” isn't always a useful frame.How systems aren't just about efficiency, instead they're your lifeline in seasons of unpredictability.Why long-range planning creates margin.The difference between working in your life and working on your life.Favorite Moments“If everything is getting done, why am I still overwhelmed?”“You're the COO of your own life. You have departments and you need systems.”“Sometimes we live in a myth of overwhelm. And that myth is costing us margin.”Let's Keep the Conversation GoingIf you find yourself checking all the boxes and still wondering why you feel maxed out, we'd love to hear what part of this conversation hit home. Screenshot this episode, tag @cowgirlsovercoffee and tell us about it!***If this episode resonates with you, make sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Screenshot this episode, tag @CowgirlsOverCoffee, and share your biggest takeaway or how you're planning to build more discipline in your life. Let's keep the conversation going!Resources & Links:Learn more about Cowgirls Over Coffee Membership CommunityConnect with Thea and the community:Follow on Instagram @CowgirlsOverCoffee Follow on Facebook @CowgirlsOverCoffeeMake sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss a convo!

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Ever wondered what the Met Gala would look like if it were designed for runners instead of celebrities? Picture the World Marathon Majors as fashion houses, each with their signature aesthetic—Boston's traditional navy and gold, New York's urban grit, London's royal elegance. This playful reimagining opens the door to something deeper: how what we wear impacts how we run and feel.Welcome to the world of "dopamine dressing," where bright colors, bold patterns, and joy-sparking outfits can genuinely transform your running experience. This isn't just fashion advice—it's grounded in the psychology of how visual cues affect our brain chemistry and mood. Those neon shorts aren't just making a statement; they're potentially pulling you out of a training slump by triggering positive emotional responses. Whether you're adding a pop of color to your usual black ensemble, sporting a mantra tee, or embracing full "sparkle therapy" with sequined accessories, these choices can disrupt monotonous routines and multiply joy during your miles.May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to explore these connections between appearance, performance, and wellbeing. For mother runners navigating what Coach Christine calls "Maycember"—that overwhelming season of recitals, graduations, and end-of-year chaos—finding ways to maintain running routines requires particular creativity and self-compassion. The practical strategies shared here (shortening runs without eliminating them, stacking exercise with existing commitments, focusing on mental benefits over performance) offer permission to embrace imperfection while still honoring your needs. Remember that showing up for yourself, however that looks today, sets a powerful example of self-care and sustains your wellbeing during high-stress periods.Ready to add more sparkle to your running life? Join the Stride Collective Facebook group for themed virtual run weekends inspired by the Run Disney Summer Series. Because ultimately, running isn't about going the furthest or fastest—it's about celebrating how far you've come, one joy-filled stride at a time.Have questions or want to chat? Send me a text!Support the showJoin the newsletter list for updates, special offers, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content.Join fellow pod and running enthusiasts at The Stride Collective community on Facebook or follow us on Instagram.

I like freezer meals, but I wouldn’t consider myself a die hard. I like to rely on them when I need some quick wins in the kitchen, and that’s exactly what I needed this month! In this episode, I dive into a few quick and easy freezer meals that can get you through this crazy busy month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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May is wild. Between school events, extra sports schedules, field trips, and summer planning, moms are running on empty—and then some. In this episode, Andryanna breaks down why May *and June* feel so heavy (hello, Maycember), the invisible labour we're carrying, and what we can actually do to make it easier.This episode combines honesty with researched support, to share:Practical tools to lighten the load;Time-saving hacks that actually help;Boundary-setting strategies (minus the guilt);Mindset shifts that offer more peace and less pressure.Andryanna shares permission to let go of perfection, step off the hamster wheel, and remind yourself: you don't have to do it all. Especially not alone.CONNECT WITH ANDRYANNA:Get your copy of The Juggle is Real: Authentic Self-Care Planner Vol. 2 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@andryanna.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for your FREE '30 Days For Me' Self-Care Guide.And please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Andryanna.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for blogs, giveaways, workshops, tools, resources and more.

From keeping secrets in relationships to the guilt of not calling mom enough, we're diving into the quiet stuff we don't talk about. Plus, why Maycember has parents barely hanging on, and we talk to Anja in Silver Spring about her Crazy First Date that started in a movie theater and ended with... a very questionable excuse

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Subscriber-only episodeEver found yourself blindsided by the same busy season year after year? You're not alone. I've dubbed May as "Maycember" because, let's be honest – it rivals December in pure chaos and demands on our time and energy.The end of the school year brings a perfect storm of field days, class trips, graduations, Mother's Day celebrations, Memorial Day weekends, and countless birthdays. What makes this particularly challenging is that these events happen every single year, yet we rarely adjust our planning or expectations accordingly. The secret to mastering these predictably unpredictable periods? Document the madness as it happens.When you're in the thick of spring break chaos or drowning in May's demands, make detailed notes in your calendar for next year. Pay special attention to moving targets like Easter that shift annually but create ripple effects throughout your spring schedule. For business owners, this awareness becomes even more critical – whether you experience seasonal traffic spikes, booking rushes, or product demand fluctuations.This principle extends beyond just May or December. Major life transitions demand space in your calendar too. Sending a child to college, planning a wedding, or welcoming a new baby requires not just your attendance but emotional bandwidth and recovery time. Building buffer zones around these significant events prevents the disappointment of missed goals and unmet expectations.Ready to master your calendar and create a strategic roadmap for your success? Join us this November in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina for the Insiders Retreat. We'll spend three full days crafting your 90-day plan that accounts for projects, tasks, and content strategy to help your business run effortlessly through 2026. Your future self will thank you for the foresight and planning!

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing the five essential routines that help me maintain life during busy seasons like "Maycember." These are my ride-or-die systems that keep life running smoothly when our schedules get hectic, I have very little energy, or something unexpected pops up. I'm sharing exactly what these five routines are and what they look like in my everyday life so that you can try one (or more) of them out for yourself! Simple routines and systems create predictability, reduce decision fatigue, and help you get things done with as little energy as possible.     And if you're ready to create routines that make your life easier, whether at home, for work, or to take better care of yourself, I can help. Head to www.themothernurture.com/applicationication to learn more about working together to create a working mom life where you're confident in your decisions, content with how you're using your time, and taking care of yourself.     ==========================  

How to naturally get dopamine. For example: move your body, spend time with friends, meditate, listen to music, prioritize your sleep, etc.Maycember: May has basically become the next December. It's the end of the school year, assignments need to get completed....without the gifts. It's almost as much pressure as getting through the holidays. So, let go of some things. Let your 'village' help you. Make some time for sanity.The Memorial Day sales are upon us. What should you focus on? Mattresses, bedding, outdoor/indoor furniture, major appliances, etc.Second Date Update: Mike and Leah met on Hinge, got lunch in Berkeley and now she has ghosted. Was she framed by a one-armed man?

On today's show: It won't stop raining. Bill feels overwhelmed by this month of "Maycember". Alyssa Aligns Your Week! Bill's not worried about the Cavs loss. Good Vibes at 6:55! Bill is puzzled why he keeps getting stains on his shirts and hoodies. We test out "Mad At Your Man" Monday! Alyssa's College of Knowledge! Plus, Alyssa is considering adding something to her bucket list and Bill wants to complain specifically about his wife's use of their towels.

Every Friday in The Feed Megan Schinella comes on the air to talk about all the fun things happening in and around Connecticut this weekend that you can do with the kids and family.  KEVIN'S PICK Homestead Steaks in Milford: Sunday May 4th from 12-2pm in the Parking Lot of the Connecticut Post Mall in Milford and get sizzling deals on Homestead Steaks for all your summer grilling! MEGAN'S PICKS 1. Great Wolf Lodge Grand Opening at Foxwoods. Massive wave pool, lazy river, play areas, and 13 waterslides. 2. Mothers Day Pop Shop Saturday at the Westport History Museum 11-3. 3. John Read Middle School presents Disney Frozen Jr at the John Barlow High School Theater in Redding, showtime Saturday at 5pm.  4. Pete the Cat at the Westport Country Playhouse Saturday showtimes 1:30pm and 4pm.  5. Lake Compounce Amusement opening weekend in Bristol.  Megan's Mom Quote: “Parents a reminder that you are approaching Maycember. It's just as busy as December.”

If you're already fried and summer hasn't even started yet...this episode's for you. Because May — or Maycember, as some know it — has a way of draining the life out of you with nonstop events, decisions, and that special blend of chaos, guilt, and calendar overload. Here's where we go in this episode: Spot the invisible energy drains that can make this month feel so heavy Get 3 tools to make your decisions way less draining in the season ahead Hear my personal approach to calming May chaos As I share in the episode, this isn't about doing less - it's about deciding better. (YES please.) LINKS! What's your DECISION STYLE? Take the Quiz! Need to say NO? Here's your 11-minute Crash Course on Saying NO Guilt-Free. There are limited spots open for Private Coaching right now! Book your free no-strings consultation to explore what we can do together.

Welcome to the "Momma Mayhem Maycember" Extravaganza! In today's episode, we're diving into the whirlwind of what I fondly call "Maycember" – that chaotic fusion of May and December, when the end of the school year collides with all the other events that life throws at us. But fear not, I've got a treasure trove of life hacks, tips, and tricks to help you sail through this storm like a seasoned pro. From planning your weeks out ahead, to asking for help, you won't want to miss these tips I've got for you.  But wait, there's more! I challenge you, my fellow superheroes, to think of three things you can do each day to help you THRIVE and not just SURVIVE.  So, buckle up and join me on this roller coaster ride to discover all the ways I like to make life easier during this wild and wonderful time of the year!  Ready? Set? Let's conquer Maycember together!  Mentioned in This Episode: 6 Ways to Survive End-of-Year Busy May Lighten Your Load List

Are you staring at the calendar for May wondering how this month could get any busier? They call it "Maycember" for a reason. It's that sneaky month when end-of-school activities, performances, Mother's Day, teacher appreciation, graduation, and spring sports collide in a perfect storm of chaos.     It's a lot - trust me, I feel it too. But you don't have to white-knuckle your way through it. In this episode, I walk you through five practical strategies to maintain your sanity and your energy.     Whether you're juggling all that comes with Maycember or any busy season that threatens to derail your well-being, these proven strategies will help you navigate it all with confidence. No Pinterest perfection required – just real solutions for busy, working moms.     ==========================  

Welcome to Episode 119 of The Perfectionist's Guide to Mothering! We are entering a busy time of year as the school year is winding down. This means lots of extra things for our kids and us by default: concerts, recitals, school projects, field trips, class parties, teacher appreciation, and more! It's easy to feel overwhelmed by all there is going on. But I don't want us to feel overwhelmed, I want us to take some time now on the front end of the month to help our future selves. Let's not just survive this month, let's thrive!A few of the resources I recommend in this episode include:⁠Restore Magazine: May 2022 Issue with Mother's Day Gift Ideas⁠⁠Episode 4 with Amy Carney⁠⁠Dangerous Prayers by Craig Groeschel*⁠Call the Midwife⁠YouVersion Bible App⁠⁠Greenlight App: Earn $30 when you sign up for Greenlight with this link.⁠ With the money app and debit card for kids and teens, you can send your kids money instantly, assign chores, and teach them to earn, save, and invest.*⁠Sign up for Restore Magazine here.⁠ Yay for happy email!Just a reminder that you can connect with me via:⁠Instagram @andreafortenberry⁠⁠My website⁠

Do you ever feel like you’re holding it all together—barely? This episode of The Encourager Podcast dives into the invisible mental load that women often carry and how to lighten it without letting everything crash. Rebekah shares: A personal story of a stressful May launch (hello, Maycember!) Why invisible tasks like remembering school forms and food preferences matter 3 key strategies to reduce the load: Externalize it with a brain dump Delegate & automate Use pre-decided rhythms to save mental energy

Reflecting on Success: How to Dream Bigger with Fertile Imagination   In episode 259 of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub, host Melissa Llarena reflects on personal growth, sharing a powerful quote by former pro volleyball player Gabby Reece: 'Never let your successes be bigger than your dreams.' She draws from personal anecdotes and her book, 'Fertile Imagination: A Guide for Stretching Every Mom's Superpower for Maximum Impact,' to inspire moms to dream bigger and leverage their imagination. Shop the book this holiday season using this LINK: https://bit.ly/fertilebook   Melissa reads the introduction to her book, highlighting the importance of energy, enthusiasm, and imagination in achieving greater dreams, and encourages listeners to reflect on their past successes and envision even bigger goals for 2025.   00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:17 Reflecting on Success and Effort 05:47 Pursuing Bigger Dreams 09:05 Introduction to 'Fertile Imagination' 10:07 Reading the Book Introduction 15:03 Stages of Rediscovering Imagination 25:06 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Want to be a guest of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub podcast?  Sign-up HERE to get on the list if you are interested in bringing your story, insights, or wisdom to the podcast. Or, use this link if you prefer (both go to the same place): https://witty-thinker-2643.kit.com/ba49a6d870 – I cannot guarantee that you'll be a guest however I do refer to this list every quarter to determine who would be a good fit. Share this episode with one female leader today who wants to dream bigger than her successes and needs to find her own way to gather the energy necessary in 2025 to do exactly this! About Melissa Llarena Melissa is a bestselling author (learn more on www.fertileideas.com), imagination coach behind the Fertile Imagination to Networking Success Group Coaching Program, consultant, speaker, contributor to ForbesWomen articles that have garnered 4 million-plus views, and the podcast host of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub. Featured guests include GaryVee, Beth Comstock, Suzy Batiz, David Meltzer, and hundreds of other unconventional thinkers. Melissa has been featured in the WSJ, Business Insider, Fox Business, CNN Money, The Huffington Post, and other publications. She holds a psychology degree from NYU, an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and a Transformational Coaching Academy certificate and is training to become a meditation practitioner. Melissa lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and three sons (one singleton and a set of identical twins). Connect with Melissa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissallarena/ Supporting Resources: Email Melissa: melissa.llarena [at] gmail.com Podcast: Mom Founder Imagination Hub: https://www.melissallarena.com/podcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissallarena/ Or, grab for free your copy of the “From Contact to Connection: The Mompreneur's Go-First Networking & Follow Up Playbook”: https://witty-thinker-2643.ck.page/21e52edb87  Transcript   Welcome to episode  259 of the mom founder imagination hub. This is your host, Melissa Lorena. So today's episode is really a reflection on a quote, a life update, and a reading of the introduction of my book, fertile imagination. I think as we draw near to the 1st of January in a month, I wanted to just kind of do a little bit of self reflection because I Do not even believe in January one goals and resolutions. Instead, I believe in making a decision today. Now this moment, even if everything doesn't seem comfy. So I was listening this weekend to a podcast by Gabby Reese, who clearly is very, very like myself. She's over six feet tall. She was a supermodel in her heyday. She's an. Athlete, volleyball pro player, you know, kind of like the opposite of who I was and who I am. I am like five feet tall, last kid to be picked at the gym for any team sport and athlete and pro is not in my vernacular, but I do like the word vernacular. So I was a bit more of a, um, cerebral entity, I guess you could say.  And when I was listening to her podcast, which is really about, you know, making sure that you're optimizing for your health, when you are either a perimenopausal, menopausal, et cetera, I really grabbed onto a quote that she said, she actually says over and over in her house. And by the way, her house is not just like Gabby Reese and some random. guy and three girls. No, her house is Gabby Reese, pro volleyball player and layered Hamilton because he is an ultra surfer, extreme athlete himself. And I'm sure probably towering over Gabby Reese. So, all right, let's get to the quote that is constantly articulated in their home.  Never let your successes be bigger than your dreams. When Gabby Reese shared that, I really swallowed quite hard because I thought to myself, the amount of fricking effort that I have had to put in order to make my successes Come true  have been fricking extraordinary. And you probably feel the same way. If you are into success, accomplishing, having some source of significance. So in my mind, I. Immediately went to, as an example, pursuing business school. Now I was not, am not, and will never be a quant person. I'm not into like math Excel. I think if you've been around for a little bit on this podcast, you know, that I have a disdain for Microsoft Excel. Um, but you know, whatever I honor those who use it. The whole point is I think I had like five or six cavities in my business school experience because of the number of granola bars that I was chewing on in order to get through working through all of that quant work in such a competitive environment. I certainly gained weight because that's what happens when you're just Eating granola bars, but then on top of that, like it was extraordinary of the effort that I had to put forth in order to complete my degree. And I had to complete my degree. I didn't see this as a nice to have, could I stretch it, et cetera, et cetera. No, I was on a scholarship and like, I needed to fix what I had kind of created, which was this desire and need to fix Feel more fully baked and get my degree. All of that to say, I was like, Holy cow. I didn't have three kids back then. And that was a shit ton of effort. So here's Gabby Reese saying never let your successes be bigger than your dreams.  Wow.  I literally have my book right next to me and I'm thinking to myself, holy mother of guacamole. It took two years for me to write fertile imagination, a guide for stretching every mom's superpower for maximum impact. I would say that is my more recent success. It took two years and it's so interesting because I started it in Australia while we were there for about three and a half years and finished it here in Austin, Texas. And I will say that if getting my business school degree, um, resulted in five to six cavities, trust me, my dentist can certainly show you the receipts for that. Then getting my book definitely done as a self. Published author from the beginning to the end that actually led me to the eye doctor, physical therapist, and God knows what else I had to go through in order to fix what I had to do. Sort of created, which was some issues because I was looking at the screen for way too long at the tail end, trying to finish my book with copy editing, um, being kind of put up against the wall to figure out what needed to get done as soon as possible within a short period of time and in a very unpredictable way. So, okay. It seems to me that for me personally, I don't know about for yourself and you might want to really give this a thought, but like for you, like think about your very last success, like for real, think about the amount of effort that it took in order for you to accomplish that success. Okay. Take a big, deep breath. Now, Can you imagine something that is bigger to pursue or to become in 2025? And right now I'm recording this on December two, and I wanted to just be mindful of the fact that I get that January one is that time and we're like, Oh, all of a sudden I never was, but I can actually become this person on January two, but I want you to just. Think through your prior successes. I really want you to dig deep and really figure out for yourself, what did it take? What sacrifices did you have to make? What is it that you had to say no to in order to say yes to your self and your ambitions? And here's what I know to be true with regards to any success I have had.  The unfortunate thing is that the world doesn't stop when I, all of a sudden, write down a goal. Instead, the world keeps worlding, for lack of a better word choice, and basically stuff happens in your favor and some stuff happens in a way that makes your goals harder to achieve. And the idea is you have to keep going, no matter what, whether you're in that up or you're in that down. So now as you consider the fact that your successes have to be, um, smaller than your dreams. Oh my gosh. So. Like where's this extra effort and energy going to come from? Like, that's a question I ask myself all the time because yeah, I'm a morning person this morning. I was singing from West side story. I feel pretty because I was just feeling happy today, but, but I know for a fact, when it comes down to executing on some of my ambitions, like. It's not glamorous. Like right now I was like, okay, let me create a landing page. Holy cow. Now I have to go onto this platform and relearn it because I did not have a landing page done in some time. And that is where you get some sort of resistance, right? That's where you kind of feel like, ah, crap, this dream doesn't feel so exciting anymore. Anyway. So I want to leave you with this thought. Because I want this to be brief. So my book, fertile imagination, the entire concept is about figuring out where you are going to find that energy, where you are going to get that life force, where you are going to get that spirit, that enthusiasm, that excitement to actually execute on your dreams, which as Gabby Reese said, should be bigger than your successes. And it's like, holy cow, maybe Maybe it's just these like, you know, strivers in us that kind of intimidate ourselves. But man, if I have to have more energy than I've had in the past, I feel like I myself need to reread what I wrote in my book, fertile imagination. And so I want to leave you with that. I'm going to go ahead.  and read to you the introduction of my book, fertile imagination in the show notes, you can absolutely purchase your copy for yourself or a friend. Here's that link in case you're not looking at your device. It's B I T dot L Y. forward slash fertile book and you could go ahead and purchase a copy of fertile imagination right there that'll be in the show notes again it's it's a bitly link so bit. ly forward slash fertile book  but right now i want to just read this to us i want to read this to us because this is a A really great starting point. If your  dreams have to be bigger than your successes and you're trying to figure out how the heck you're going to get the energy, enthusiasm and motivation to execute on these dreams in 2025. So here we go. Just think about this, like reading rainbow, but you know, I'm not LeVar. So here we go. Lessons in an imagination superpower from my podcast guests and me. And this is again, just the introduction. So I do invite you to purchase the book fertile imagination. The link will be in the show notes. It's also on Amazon as well. Whoever thought mom jeans would be in style again, you know, the ones They seem to rise up to your armpits when I see them on young childless girls. I squint to see if I can imagine them looking remotely cool on me. My Puerto Rican ass would fill the entire real estate of their extra long height from crotch to above my navel area. I'm not yet convinced this will look flattering. Can I pull it off? My waist is small, especially for someone who has three kids. I'm still curious if I could make mom jeans look un mom like.  I just never imagined that moms could set trends for anyone without kids. I have filled the past 11 years with a mental game to see how un mom like and sometimes un Melissa like I can design my life. I wanted to reframe what I'd seen or been told a mom should do. What about all of the other identities I had before becoming a parent? Was I relegated to burying them along with my, my placenta back in 2011? By the way, that was a powerful placenta. I had identical twins in 2013 and they were sharing one placenta.  This is the thing.  My  so funny. I go ahead and I decided to skip my  desire to not act like a mom is making for a magnificent life. It's enhanced my family's experiences and expanded what they think is possible too. As I reflect on the crazy things I've done and continue to do, I'm feeling kind of confident that perhaps I can work it in mom jeans, even if it's only in my imagination, seemingly mine has gotten quite. Fertile, a sense of wonder, access to wisdom, limitless energy, a willingness to dream and a playful spirit culminating in bursts of daily fulfillment. This book, fertile imagination is for moms who want them back. Maybe it's been a while since you felt like you were back. bursting out of your skin with hope and expectancy with your own ambitions. If this is the case, then I have great news for you. You are in the right place. This book is for moms who refuse to buy into the BS that being a mom means stomping on their personal ambitions, unless they are directly tied to the happiness of their kids. Once you relied on your dreams and big ambitions to feel alive, your dreams may have been your life. Force. Heck, your dreams may have made you bounce out of bed without an alarm clock. This book is for you. If you feel you have lost the greatest parts of your before kids life,  if this is where you are today, then I want to help you transform from feeling limited by your inherited motherhood scripts, quote unquote, to being excited and thrilled by life. Imagine feeling as Jack up in a good way for yourself as you do when your least athletic kid scores a goal at soccer one glorious Saturday.  You deserve to feel that wide eyed, hopeful, and tickled hot pink about the possibilities. This is the book I needed when I paired motherhood with entrepreneurship 11 years ago. I think it's been 13 now. In my case, I was so desperate to hang on. My pre mom dreams and desires that I determinedly set out to discover what I could do, even if that meant bringing my kid squarely attached to my nipple to a prospective client meeting. I'll save that story for later. I'm convinced moms may have just misplaced these things along with their house keys. Chances are you can find them by retracing your steps. The best way to achieve this is to engage an imagination, your own, the ones around you. Or your kids  in new, unexpected, yet practical ways, ways that fit for us moms, whose minds are full of internal dialogue and need a spark to untangle what matters most. Since 2011, as a coach to many moms, untangling what matters most has meant helping them decipher decipher what other people expected of them and what they really wanted for themselves. Once this knot is smoothed out. It becomes possible for my clients to focus on best how best to use their distinguishable gifts for maximum impact.  This clarity inspires my clients to then share their ideas with other people. As I reflected on the specific ways that worked for me, along with the key lessons I tailored into my life, I uncovered my signature method of coaching, both myself and others, my imagination to impact method, which includes three stages into which I've divided this book. You can follow them sequentially or skip ahead. Let's walk through the three stages to rediscover and fuel your imagination. Quick Pause. The reason why I wanted to read the introduction of my book right now is because when I heard Gabby Reese say that quote, never let your successes be bigger than your dreams. And I noticed the gap of like, how the heck am I going to get the energy to dream bigger than my prior successes?  This is the first idea I had. I was like, you know what?  I wrote about this in fertile imagination and fertile imagination itself. The book is one of my greatest successes personally, as someone who struggled with writing early on. So again, I just want to invite you to truly, truly, truly reflect on your successes, but that I want you to feel like you have a tool, your fertile imagination to help you dream Even fricking bigger in 2025. So let's get cracking. Let's get through the three stages that you need to rediscover and feel your fertile imagination, because you know what your fertile imagination is your superpower, dear mama, it absolutely is. And it's mine as well. And this is a reminder to myself too. So here we go. A fertile imagination can cast a powerful and compelling vision that will drive you to turn it into your reality, even if it's never been imagined as possible for mothers before. It produces fertile ideas whose impact can transcend generations. This superpower is versatile. It has revitalized flat out tired moms to enable them to tandem nurse twins for one year. Yeah, that was me. It has come up with unexpected strategies that have helped creative entrepreneurs bounce back, and it has helped generate visionary ideas to sustain the pace necessary to lead massive global efforts. The route to your fertile imagination can be found by First, focusing on ways to reawaken your imagination, which takes building awareness of why it's been missing or more like hibernating along with why it might not want to wake up. If fertile imagination requires a favorable environment to sprout its best ideas, you'll want to set your internal environment in particular  for the greatest benefit. possible harvest.  Second, once you've revived your original playdate, your fertile imagination, you will want to play with your imagination. You'll have ample opportunities to engage it, it in novel and unexpected ways to uncover what you'd like to experience more of in your life. The key is to plant several seeds in the best environment possible to see which show signs of the greatest growth. In this case, growth includes feeling positive emotions, including excitement and presence, essentially experiencing what your kids feel when they are playing. You know, what's really interesting as I'm reading this, I'm like, holy cow, this is biblical, A, B, and it's aligned with some frameworks that I am playing with right now.  Anyways, I digress. The third stage is to stretch your imagination. And here's what I know to be true. So I'm kind of getting outside of this copy, but what I know to be true is that as a mom, you might feel stretched from a mental bandwidth perspective. That is not at all what I'm doing, but I am playing with that concept. When I say stretch your imagination, what I'm saying here is that kind of like silly putty. Like I want you to really stretch it out and help it almost take new shapes. And the way to do that is by sharing your ideas with other people in that way. You can absolutely reshape whatever idea you might have to make it fit. Some sort of greater purpose and really help you create a maximum impact. And this is what it takes to stretch your imagination. This takes learning how to creatively gather the support of others so that you can make the biggest possible difference with your ideas. Imagine making a bigger mark on the world than you ever thought possible.  Let's go back to Gabby Reese's quote. Never let your successes be bigger than your dreams. There are seasons of motherhood.  Amen, sister. You may feel as if you've fallen behind your ambitions during busy ones. This is why it's important to find ways or get tools so you can sprint toward your dreams during the steadier mom life moments. And I want you to really think that through because  Right now, you know, they, they coined December, Maycember, and it's really busy right now for moms. So this might not be your moment, but maybe when the kids go back to school in 2025, maybe that is the right time. Now your fertile imagination to get back into the introduction has its best shot at impacting future generations. If you commit to experiencing all three stages to maximize your own impact. You want your kids to achieve greatness on their terms. The best path is to learn how to use your photo imagination to achieve greatness on your terms. First,  want to see what that looks like  within each stage to help you tap into the power of your imagination. I'm going to share some stories with you. You can expect to hear about my outrageous adventures, the result of unleashing my imagination and going for it. Some are the opposite of anyone's expectations of a mom with three school age boys. I've also included surprising stories from my podcast. I have been producing mom founder imagination hub since 2017. It's a place where I. I'm going to explore with my guests, a whole range of wellbeing topics aimed at supporting entrepreneurial moms who want to get more out of life. I have interviewed incredible people whose adventures and achievements were enabled by their chutzpah and very fertile imaginations. I'm going to tell you more about how I started my podcast as you read on, but as expected or as unexpected as it may sound, I believe. I believe us moms can learn a lot about achieving personal fulfillment and happiness from people who are not moms, not from our country of origin, outside of our socioeconomic group and completely unfamiliar with our situation. I'm never going to suggest that non moms, that non moms get a say on how you should be a mom. My intention behind including non moms is to challenge you to set aside the baggage that came with taking on your mom identity and talk about.  How to go to the edges of what is possible. The idea is for you to get buck naked. It should be okay for a mom to step away from the expectations of society, culture, and conventional thinking. I want to help you have the best shot at teaching your fullest or reaching your fullest capacity on this planet.  Whew,  we're almost there, my beautiful listeners. Some of my personal accomplishments since becoming a mom were never on my menu of options based on what I was told. If I'm being honest, which I don't even know why I wrote that because I don't like that phrase. I've done some things that may be found on the kids menu. And that is true. You may never want to emulate some of my podcast guests and become a New York Times bestselling children's illustrator or make the Forbes list of self made female millionaires, but their stories will inspire you if you let them. I wanted to just add that a thorough imagination is a resource. You will see how others have harnessed its power. As a mom, can't you use all the resources you can get? I can. I have curated these stories because I am able to relate to them. I learned from them. And if you keep an open mind, I promise you will too. None are telling you how to mother. Instead, you will see a fuller picture of how people are finding their own way. own fulfillment and happiness in their lives. The only tool you'll need is your superpower, your fertile imagination. The permission I'm gifting you is this. Use it to propel you towards your dreams. You will uncover why as a mom, you should give yourself the permission to use a superpower. You can jump into any chapter that you might need at the moment. So I'm talking about my book and the way that it's organized and how you do not have to read it end to end. This book was written for moms who can appreciate that reading an entire book in one uninterrupted, cozy sitting is as rare as finding two 100 sheet, wide ruled, red covered composition notebooks at Walmart in New York. A week before school begins. If you're having a I can't go to the bathroom without company kind of day then just read some journal questions to get your engines going. Meditate on them even if you don't have the time to read the chapter. You can also download the imagination warm ups i. e. journal prompts right here fertileideas. com. The idea is this, just like those crystals you can buy at stores when you look at my chapters see if anyone calls to your attention. Start there. You truly can choose your own adventure. I trust that you will know what you need when you need it and be able to make this wisdom your own. However, if you're a nerd like me, then read it sequentially,  meditate and journal using the questions at the end of each chapter, then take a dive in, then take a dive, implement that chapter's one key idea consistently for one week. You might be an active reader like me.  Break out the highlighters and stickers make it a thing in my life The ideas in this book lifted me another mom up and they can do the same for you It's time to use your fertile imagination to really make a difference Back to the quote never let your successes be bigger than your dreams. I am so excited for whatever is going to  Open up for you This upcoming year, I wanted to just have this episode to be about you, your dreams, and really reflecting on your last three greatest successes. Because guess what? That is the bar that you set for yourself, and it's time to jump Higher. Thank you. So go ahead to the show notes, wherever you're listening to this on this device and go ahead and shop the book, fertile imagination, a guide for stretching every mom's superpower for maximum impact. Thank you so much for my listeners. And again, if you have any questions whatsoever, I'm going to put my email address in the show notes as well.  If you are open or interested in being a guest on this podcast, I do accept guests. Absolutely. Go ahead to the URL where you'll see an opportunity to add your name to the wait list. And yeah, you are amazing. And Hey, what are you going to dream in 2025? Definitely. Let me know. Again, my email will be in the show notes.

Maycember  is a term used to describe the hustle and bustle of the end of the school year that seems as full, if not more full of things, as the month of December. End of the year testing, last games, awards banquets, graduations (starting at the age of  Kindergarten graduations! When did that become a thing?) The gifts, the cards, the gatherings. Whew! It is a busy time of year! We took a little break for all those life things and now we are back!  Listen along as Beth talks about her experience stepping into patient role with advocacy as the guest speaker for the National Scleroderma Foundation "Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma" 5K walk. In this busy time, one way to recenter to take care of our needs and the needs of our kids and families is, what do we REALLY NEED? This episode is framed around a child's (and all of our) four basic needs:1. To FEEL loved, not just BE loved. 2. To be IMPORTANT to someone.3. To be GOOD at something.4. To BELONG to a group of others.

Chris & Sammy share a news headline and unpack what it means for both the subjects of the article and those around them. Listen in as they debrief graduations, community, and how each of us can show up for youth right where we are. In this episode, Chris and Sammy news headlines they'd rather not be news, and how we can still celebrate what's worthy of celebration. Hear about foster care, why it's more difficult for older children to find placement and a forever family, and be challenged as our co-hosts remind listeners that we all have the ability to show up for youth in our cities, reminding them they are known & loved.  Links to learn more: Read the article Sammy mentioned!Learn more about Back2Back Ministries --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethedifference/message

In today's episode, we uncover the reason why Meredith is absent from the TV Room and laugh along with hot topics about vacations, family, passions, running, group fitness and DIY beauty. The conversation shifts gears into the craziness of life in May, with the end of the school year signifying major transitions as seniors graduate. Our hosts reminisce about their own Pansy Celebrations and the meaningful ritual that welcomed them into the Tri Delta alumnae world when they graduated. The common thread throughout the conversation is that life is a journey of ups, downs and chaos, but through it all, there is always room and time for love, laughter and the unbreakable bonds of friendship.

This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest of steps has helped to keep me afloat and feeling like myself. As always, I encourage you to get messy, too! Access exclusive supporter benefits Free DSL Training Waitlist for the next Sticky Habit Intensive Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Rebekah and Melissa debunk the myth of the dreaded "summer slump.”     Listen in as they discuss:     Busy Lives: You're not the only one scratching your head and asking, “How am I going to do all the things this summer?” We get it, the kids are home and they need their momma, and everyday life is just real busy.  Whether it's the holidays, MayCember, spring break, or summer - you can always use the excuse, “This is just a busy season.”     Productivity Tips: What you do this summer will determine your success 30, 60, 90 days from now. So, when you're feeling pulled in a million directions, remember it's the daily needle-moving activities like customer care, new conversations, and social media engagement that matter most.     Productivity Planner: Now's the time to get your summer routines and systems in place - and we've created a tool that you are going to love!! It has everything our dream daily planner would have to keep you engaged and moving forward this summer, and we want to share it with you so that you can maximize this busy season - Get Yours Here!     The Ambition Coalition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ambition.coalition/     Follow Rebekah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebekahfowlkes/     Follow Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissaeickenhorst     Podcast Produced by clantoncreative.com

It's summer y'all! MayCember is crazy and then we get dropped into summer.  It takes awhile to adjust and relax into a new schedule.  Once things settle down, and we all settle into a more relaxed schedule our kids start whining that they are bored.  Do you have that problem too? My son actually wrote his own list of 130 things to do when he was bored.  He wrote them on several pieces of paper and then taped them to his wall in a long line.  Mind you some of them were “ask mom when we can play video games” “ask dad when we can play video games” “annoy my sister” etc.  This was a great idea and a helpful list at times. In this episode today we will cover our top ten boredom busters.  Hopefully these will give you some ideas of fun tech free activities your kids will enjoy! If you have a notebook handy grab that if not just listen up.  Let's dive in!  I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn't working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at: Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my website Come join our Facebook Group: Home Management for Working Moms - Organization & Time Management

It's "Maycember" and every parent you know is trying to keep the end of the school year pandemonium at bay. Plus, how NOT to be a crazy sports parent on the sidelines and the harm it could be doing to your kids. Speaking of sports, have you noticed how post-game snacks have gotten super-sized? One mom is scratching her head at the now extravagant goody bags seemingly required after athletics. MUMS the Word: SunnyDays Tinted SPF 30Find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, rate and review!Want more mommy talk? Find us HERE on Facebook!AnchorMOMS: The Podcast is a product of WLOS News 13 of Asheville, N.C.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to Mother Funny! In this episode, Andie and special guest Kris take the mic as they continue their entertaining and revealing exploration of the wild ride of parenting. With Angie off tackling the chaos of Maycember, Kris steps in to share his perspective alongside Andie. Together, they navigate the highs and lows of parenting from the teenage years through adulthood. From challenging to proud moments, they dish out laughter and experience in equal measure. Tune in for a candid conversation filled with anecdotes, advice, and plenty of laughs as they tackle the trials and joys of guiding their kids into adulthood!

Join Andie and special guest Kris (her husband) in this episode of Mother Funny as they dive into the whirlwind world of parenting from babyhood through the preschool years. With Angie off on MayCember duties, Andie and Kris take the reins, sharing their hilarious and heartfelt anecdotes about the joys and challenges of raising little ones. From parenting differences to preschooler quirks, they cover it all, offering plenty of laughs and insightful advice along the way. Tune in for a dose of humor and experience on the rollercoaster ride of early parenthood!

Welcome to Raw. Real. Redeemed! We are SANS Amy today and started out on a bit of a Spring ramble but ended up going deep into some of our most humbling moments from Motherhood to Menopause. If you can hop on over to our relatively new Raw Real Redeemed YouTube channel and subscribe that would be AMAZING! We love our listeners...but now you can also watch us podcast too! You can e mail us at hello@rawrealredeemed.com

The boys dive into news in May after missing a few weeks. There is a lot of cool stuff happening in the midst of all the chaos in the world. What are you spending time enjoying?We are glad you are here! We hope you are doing ok!Follow Jeff's Letterboxd accountFollow Josh's Letterboxd accountDon't forget to check out the Friends Who Like Stuff Twitch ChannelInstagram: @popschtickEmail: popschtick@gmail.comArtwork by: Josh JacksonMusic appears courtesy of Leo Goes Grr:Intro: The Thief from the ep The ThiefOutro: Sunset, OK from the ep We'll Come Back for You

Welcome to MayCember! Its that crazing time of year when everything happens! School honors awards, end of year sports awards, teacher appreciation, concerts, productions, etc.  All the things! It's just like Christmas, but no presents at the end! So how do you get through it without pulling out your hair? Good question! Today we will talk about six tricks to make your life easier during this chaotic time.  Grab that notebook or just listen in.  Let's get started!  I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn't working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at: Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my website Come join our Facebook Group: Home Management for Working Moms - Organization & Time Management

This episode of the Positively You Podcast is all about handling the busyness of Maycember. I'm sharing practical tips for overwhelmed moms to manage all the things: spring sports schedules, end-of-school-year stress, family activities., the list goes on and on. Discover how a simple mindset shift from busy to full has helped me thrive during this hectic month and embrace a positive, purposeful life.IN THIS EPISODE: *Shift from a "busy" to a "full" mindset to reduce stress.*Practical tips for managing spring sports and end-of-school-year activities.*Prioritize important tasks and say no to non-essentials.*Effective time and energy management strategies.*Importance of self-care and maintaining routines.*Staying flexible and adaptable when plans change.AFTER YOU LISTEN: Ready for more positivity? Join The Positively You Personal Growth Book Club- it's completely free! You'll grow, connect, make new friends, gain new insights and perspective and so much more! Connect with me on Instagram- it's where all the fun really is and I LOVE chatting with you over there.Loved this episode? Share is with a friend or leave a 5 Star Review on Apple (Thanks in Advance!)~~ OTHER EPISODES YOU'LL LOVE ~~Ep 157: Prioritize Yourself Using Calendars and CommunicationEp 111: You Deserve to Feel Good with Heather ChauvinEp 133: Refresh and Recharge: Clearing Energetic Clutter

“This is for the kids. What do they want to do? What do they want to be at?” Welcome back Mother Funny Tribe! Andie and Angie know you're extra busy right now since it is Maycember. So they are talking all about the business of May and setting realistic exceptions. Sometimes moms are just in survival mode, and that's okay! Other times, it's all about setting tiny goals and rewarding yourself with a well-deserved treat for every little victory. From field day to award ceremonies, May is time when your kids get to shine! So show up to the events you can, and give yourself grace when you just can't make it. It's okay mama. You're doing a great job! So grab your iced coffee and listen in because this episode is filled with unexpected fireworks and laughter!#motherfunny #motherfunnytribe #laughter #relatable #maycembermoms #maycember #busymoms #momworld #funny #graduations #cheers&tears #maycembercommunity #communityYou can watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/Bhw-htPSJak

The Brandt and Eric take on Psycho Killer, Heart of Crown Online, All Time Wrestling, and Legendary Encounters: Alien before letting the D12 of Fate determine that Finding Fun in Constraints is the topic of the episode. Then, we close the show by making Brandt's Day and reviewing the Mojo Mania scenerio pack for Marvel Champions. 00:34 - Maycember 01:47 - Portal Game Fest (May 31-June 2, 2024) 03:38 - Psycho Killer 07:46 - Heart of Crown Online 14:10 - All Time Wrestling 21:26 - Legendary Encounters: Alien 27:10 - The Big Roll: Finding Fun in Constraints 41:33 - Doubles Review: Marvel Champions: Mojo Mania -- Check out our Sponsor: https://grandgamersguild.com Origins Pre-Order Link: https://grandgamersguild.com/collections/origins-preorder Portal Game Fest: https://tabletop.events/conventions/portal-game-fest Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/RightBrainRollers Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/914270393090805 Discuss in our BGG forum: https://boardgamegeek.com/guild/4193

It's Maycember, are you feeling burned out yet? It's that end of school season when all the parties, performances, sports events, shows, awards, teacher gifts, and everything gets jammed into the last few weeks before school is out!  This idea of re-evaluating priorities can not come at a better time! It's the season of spring, and that means cleaning, and re-evaluating priorities - what things might be working for you and what might not! In this episode we will talk about how to re-evaluate, how to say no to things, and how to find peace at the end of it all! Grab that caffeinated beverage and let's get started! I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn't working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at: Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my website Come join our Facebook Group: Home Management for Working Moms - Organization & Time Management

Welcome to the infamous Maycember! In light of all that moms have going on during this fun, busy, celebratory month, we decided to repost Elizabeth's motivation for moms! If you have not checked out this episode, you will not want to miss some of her favorite stories and quotes regarding motherhood. If you are a woman that has influence in anyone's life and you want to leave a legacy that lasts beyond your lifetime, this one is for YOU! Elizabeth Pehrson created The Exchange in 2015. The Exchange is a monthly event for ALL adult women. Women who work outside the home. And women who work in the home. Women who are single. And women who are married. Women who are moms. Women who are grand-moms. No matter what season of life you are in, The Exchange is here to inspire you to live life ON PURPOSE and WITH INTENTION.The Exchange is a non-profit that provides an environment for women to hear practical advice from topics Elizabeth has read and life lessons she has learned, and is currently learning. Equipping us to become better women tomorrow than we are today. And to ultimately use that to pour back into those around us. Tickets and info: theexchangeus.orgfollow us on instagram: theexchangeusfollow us on Facebook: the exchange cumming

A reminder to fill up our cups with rest, connections with God, and play when seasons get extra busy.

Feeling crushed by the May-time madness? You're not alone! Join me as we tackle what social media is now calling 'Maycember,' the month where speech pathologists, parents, and virtually everyone with a calendar feel the squeeze. I'll walk you through five strategies to pull you from the brink of calendar chaos. Learn to assert your authority over your time, make peace with turning down invites, and master the art of owning your choices, even if it means missing out on that seventh bake sale this week.We'll tackle those sneaky 'open loops' that can take a toll on your mental load, and I'll show you how to 'choose your hard' by investing your energy wisely to prevent burnout. Plus, don't miss out on the announcement of my free webinar that will help align your daily grind with what's truly important. So mark your calendars for May 30th and in the meantime, dive in to today's episode and start taking control of the chaos today.Are you sick and tired of feeling overwhelmed by all the things? I can help. Schedule a free consult today. Come join the SLP Support Group on Facebook for more tips and tricks!Follow me on Instagram! @theresamharpLearn more about Theresa Harp Coaching here.

Hello, fellow mom founders and corporate executives!  Before we dive into today's episode, let me paint a picture for you: it's Maycember, and life is throwing everything it's got at us—projects, unexpected snafus, and plans shifting faster than we can keep up. But amidst this chaos, there's a beacon of hope: a way to navigate this month with more presence, less stress, and a whole lot more emotional and mental bandwidth. Today, we're going to explore how to increase your mental bandwidth through mindfulness, drawing from valuable insights and personal experiences. From the power of loving awareness to the neuroscience benefits of mindfulness, we'll uncover practical tools to help you thrive in both your personal and professional life. So, grab a cozy spot and let's dive in! Be sure to find me https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/ First off, let's talk about the power of loving awareness. In our fast-paced culture, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of trying to reach our goals. But what if, instead of constantly striving for the next thing, we practiced loving awareness? This means being fully present with what is, without judgment. This loving awareness is also a synonym for mindfulness and one way that has helped me increase my mental bandwidth is by training in and practicing meditating with the big idea of responding to what is with loving awareness. Ultimately, meditating in this context is about embracing the beauty of the present moment, even amidst the chaos of Maycember. Next, let's explore the concept of mindfulness as a tool for softening our approach with our kids, employees, even clients. As a second-generation New Yorker, I know firsthand the benefits of moving swiftly through city streets. But I also learned that this intense approach wasn't serving me well as a mom and sometimes as a coach/mentor. In business, when I am helping a mom founder do from timid to bold in her goals, and asks, there is always impostor syndrome that pops up, old stories, deep insecruties, emotional challenging moments. I have learned over the last 12-years that there is a time for tough love but also for compassion and empathy….what's I can bare….is different than what you can bare and sometimes you can bare more than me. That's when I decided to learn how to meditate and embrace mindfulness. By softening our approach and practicing mindfulness, we can cultivate a deeper sense of empathy and compassion for ourselves and those around us." Chances are we work with fellow working moms and everyone has their own situations they are working through to make it through this Maycember. And finally, let's consider the neuroscience benefits of mindfulness. Studies have shown that mindfulness practices can lead to increased resilience, stability, and the ability to concentrate. For me, this has been an incredible shift. Imagine that you are confronted with a highly stressful and high stakes decision. This is the norm for mom founders and corporate executives. Full stop. Chances are you will say one thing or decide one way if you are operating from a reactive point. Meanwhile, if you have mindfulness tools in your back pocket then you can use them even if it means taking the world's deepest breathe and then be able to thoughtfully respond to a touch situation and say a completely different thing and in a different tone that will be received favorably….ie. in a non-scathing way. I want to help you do that at work and home.So, by incorporating mindfulness into our daily lives, we can enhance our mental bandwidth and better navigate the challenges of Maycember. Now, let's talk about how mindfulness specifically benefits working moms in business. As a mom myself, I understand the unique challenges we face in balancing our professional and personal lives. Mindfulness offers us a powerful tool to manage stress, increase focus, and make better decisions. It helps us stay grounded in the present moment, even when our minds are racing with deadlines and responsibilities. By cultivating mindfulness, we can become more effective leaders, more empathetic colleagues, and ultimately, more fulfilled individuals. In fact, committing to becoming a meditation practitioner and getting certified in Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield's two-year program has transformed my life. It's made me a more patient mom, a better listener to my husband, and has helped me increase my emotional and mental bandwidth. And I want the same benefits and more for you. Join me for a LIVE Intro to Mindfulness Course, starting on May 20th at 7 pm CST. We'll meet for four sessions, each session focusing on a different aspect of mindfulness. But remember, this is a LIVE course and will not be recorded. Spots are limited, so don't wait!"Also, there is zero experience necessary with mindfulness nor do you need any privacy either – that's why we have a mute button! Go to Instagram @melissallarena and send me a DM today. Otherwise, email me at melissa@melissallarena.com. Let's embark on this journey together!"  https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/  

We know the feeling of Maycember. May has a similar energy to the beautiful chaos of December, but we forget it's like that until we're in it. I never remember how crazy May becomes until literally right now, and then it feels too late. If that's you, this episode will help.Helpful Companion LinksPre-order my new book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy once it releases in October.The Summer DocketThe Essential CalendarEpisode 258 - The Seven Kinds of Rest and How to Know Which One You NeedSign up for the Latest Lazy Listens email.Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen or The Lazy Genius Way! (Affiliate links)Download a transcript of this episode. This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey.

“The goal of your children is to grow up.” In this Mother Funny episode, Andie and Angie are talking all about Maycember Moms. That's right! It's May- the busiest month of the year for moms. There are graduations, award ceremonies, field trips, field day, splash day, yearbook signing day, and more. Plus, every day for about two weeks in May is a theme day at school. How do moms show up and even participate in all of the activities without getting too overwhelmed? For many moms, it can feel like a whirlwind of excitement, chaos, tears, smiles, and a whole lot of love! But amidst the hustle and bustle, let's not forget the real reason behind all of the madness: your incredible kids are growing up, graduating, and moving on to the next big adventure. It's a bittersweet moment for mamas, but it's also a time to celebrate your child's achievements and look forward to all the amazing things that lie ahead. So get ready to laugh or cry (as long as you don't wallow) Mother Funny Tribe because Andie and Angie are here to chat about all of the Macember events in this very relatable and heartfelt episode. Cheers to you mama!#motherfunny #motherfunnytribe #laughter #relatable #maycembermoms #maycember  #busymoms #momworld #funny #graduations #cheers&tears #maycembercommunity #communityWatch us on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/0O9P_UQSHFc

Amanda's Love is Blind obsession deepens while Brooke feels the full effects of all things Maycember. The ladies then revisit the good ol' topic of house cleaning, trying to keep up with the bare minimum amidst some sort of routine, and finally facing the hard truth about their overflowing basements.Amanda also shares a joy-sparker that is keeping her ADHD in check, and Brooke is doing her future self a favor that is a total homerun. Visit www.goodenoughish.com for links to everything mentioned on the show.Support the podcast: Good Enough-ish on PatreonSnag Some Merch: goodenoughish.com/shopJoin the Good Enough-ish™ conversation in our private FB group: Good Enough-ish private Facebook groupIf you like this episode, please take a moment to share a positive review on Apple Podcasts, and share with others who may enjoy Good Enough-ish!We'll be back each week with new topics, stories, tips, and personal experiences, as well as some good old friendly banter and lots of laughter. Don't forget to find us on Instagram @goodenough.ish, or contact us with your episode ideas, questions, and comments.

Welcome to Episode 98 of The Perfectionist's Guide to Mothering! Today we're talking about battling burnout. Some of the resources I mention in this episode include: Maycember by The Holderness Family It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping by Lisa-Jo Baker* Out of the Ordinary Podcast Just a reminder that you can connect with me via: ⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram @andreafortenberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠My website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠Subscribe to my email list *Affiliate Link --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andreafortenberry/support

Dr. Nancy Baker and daughter Meagan celebrate their Maycember holiday happenings

Show notes: https://www.tamihackbarth.com/blog/episode-223 Welcome to Maycember! If you are a parent or teacher you know that May is just as busy as December (thank you Holderness family). It's also the season when we start looking towards summer break and beyond. Are you a teacher, helper or giver with something to teach? Would you like to make income from your ideas? This week's podcast guest Sara Torpey can teach you how to do just that.  

Are you feeling overwhelmed with the end of the school year EVERYTHING??? I'm not going to lie this episode is a little bit of a rant but I'm overwhelmed and am trying to self coach myself.  Head the Facebook group to get the checklist that I posted today (under the "are you anxious in May post).  That will help with anxiety, overwhelm and self care! THIS TOOL MIGHT HELP!!  It is how you can thoughtfully put down thoughts on what you need and what you family members need so you are getting out the emotions that are coming out like "frypan" issues (in the episode!  lol) Download here: www.thewellteam.com/wholeyouplans Join our FACEBOOK COMMUNITY for more support and encouragement to refill daily with faith, self care, health, wellness and essential oil education! Follow me on Insta Get my favorite top 10 doTERRA products here (cart is editable if you want different oils!) https://doterra.me/n2pgTr Email hello@thewellteam.com Schedule a free wellness consult or discuss coaching with Kari here: www.calendly.com/karidaviscoaching 

And all the news in between to prep you for the week ahead! 0:00: “Maycember.” 4:00: What to know about tornadoes. 7:00: The “Ted” behind the Fujita scale. 11:00: The latest report card on the U.S. economy and why the data raises concerns about “stagflation.” 17:00: The deadliest bird flu outbreak in U.S. history turns to concerns about the bird flu in dairy cows and the impact on the American milk supply. 25:00: An update on the war between Israel and Hamas and a potential opening in hostage negotiations. 30:00: What's different about the 1960s and today's college protests related to Israel? 34:00: How big are these campus protests and who supports the protestors? 37:00: We dive deep into Lucy's question on Title IX. * I described Title IX related to athletics but it is important to note that Title IX is broader than that … and prohibits sex-based discrimination, including harassment and violence in programs at public schools and private K-12 schools, colleges and universities that accept federal funding. 44:00: How does this new additional policy clarification address transgender athletes. 47:00: Answering your questions! Show Notes: Professor Stephen Mintz: From Draft Cards to Hashtags FDA Update on cow's milk: Updates on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) More on the Enhanced Fujita scale: Pioneering research by late UChicago scholar Ted Fujita saved thousands of lives Thank you for your continued support of SCOOP! If you're listening for the first time, consider joining us LIVE and supporting a free press, checking out our SmartHER Shop or simply telling a friend about SmartHERNews.com

Welcome to the "Momma Mayhem Maycember" Extravaganza!   Hey there, Super Moms! In today's episode, we're diving into the whirlwind of what I fondly call "Maycember" – that chaotic fusion of May and December, when the end of the school year collides with all the other events that life throws at us.    But fear not, my fellow Mommas! I've got a treasure trove of life hacks, tips, and tricks to help you sail through this storm like a seasoned pro. From planning your weeks out ahead, to asking for help, you won't want to miss these tips I've got for you.    But wait, there's more! I challenge you, my fellow superheroes, to think of three things you can do each day to help you THRIVE and not just SURVIVE.  So, buckle up and join me on this roller coaster ride to discover all the ways I like to make life easier during this wild and wonderful time of the year!    And if you're craving more life-saving content, be sure to check out my blog here: 6 Ways to Survive End-of-Year Busy   Lastly, if you want to make May a-may-zing and need a little help with planning and activities for summer, visit simplepurposefulliving.com/summer, enter your email and get immediate access!   Ready? Set? Let's conquer Maycember together!   

In today's episode Jon and Carrie share the 2 things they wish they would've known before they got married. If you're recently married, or thinking about getting married, we pray this conversation blesses you! References: Maycember video: Welcome to Maycember - "September" Parody If you have a question you'd like answered on this podcast, send us an email at jcvhouse@gmail.com What did you love most about this episode? Send us an email at jcvhouse@gmail.com to let us know or DM Carrie on Instagram.We'd also love to have you take 30 seconds to leave us a review for the show over on Apple Podcasts. We love hearing from you and would love to feature your review on the show!Support the showSupport Couples Becoming Intentional! Buy us a coffee! Sign up for the credit card that has allowed us to travel so often!

In our pre-hundredth episode, the generations talk about how odd sauna's really are. Also, what letter is what generation again? Maycember, kids growing up too fast, and yeah, you've got acid on your skin too apparently. Enjoy!!

Just some quick encouragement as you round out your spring and start your summer...it's Maycember, folks!

We are back! Between tech issues, scheduling conflicts, and literally every event/activity/appreciation day, May has been a rough month. Come catch up on what's been going on behind the scenes and commiserate with us about all of the craziness that is the month of May as a mom. LEARN MORE ABOUT HARPER WILDE When was the last time you replaced your bra? How about your underwear? If you're anything like us, it's probably been longer than you can remember. We get it. Bras are expensive. Bodies and sizes. Change and search for comfortable options can be never-ending. Enter Harper Wild. Harper Wild is a female-founded company that offers affordable and comfortable bras and underwear in extended sizing, ranging from extra small to four x. They offer wireless and underwire bra styles and underwear options ranging from everyday no-show waste panties to cheeky lux thongs, so there's something for everyone. Discount Code: GOWILDEOKAYESTMOMS | Click here to shop now! GET READY FOR SUMMER WITH ESSENTIAL CALENDAR! Ready or not, summer break is just around the corner! Summer camps, clinics, rehearsals, appointments, vacations, barbecues- we've got some social time to make up for this summer, and we've got just the thing to help you keep your summer straight.  The Essential Calendar Summer Break Calendar allows you to see the entire summer- all 3 months- at a glance, making sure you don't overbook, or underbook depending on how many extroverts you have in your family. It also makes it easy for mom to keep track of that countdown to the first day of school. Click here to get 10% off your order at The Essential Calendar! OKAYEST MOMS: THE PODCAST COMMUNITY www.okayestmoms.com Instagram: @OkayestMomsPodcast Tiktok: @OkayestMoms Facebook: Okayest Moms Community Youtube: @OkayestMomsPodcast

Natalia and Emmy talk about grind and hustle culture as it pertains to the busyness of May, and also about rest, sabbatical, and how we just aren't as important as we think we are.    Links:  Support the show: http://www.patreon.com/cafeteriachristian Venmo Us: @cafeteriachristian  Natalia's blog post for Church Anew on Digital Community: https://churchanew.org/blog/posts/natalia-terfa-digital-communities-are-embodied-communities  Tricia Hersey's Book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/rest-is-resistance-a-manifesto-tricia-hersey/18255493?ean=9780316365215   

This week on Anyway… We ask the question, How are you dealing with Maycember? We discuss to-do-lists, time management, and busy naps. We place a price on our sanity to avoid getting thrown in Library jail and later we celebrate that Bryant is the worst with cake and t-shirts. So, If you can't add another thing to your calendar this month, Then you are in the right place and we're happy to have you.

In this episode MK's recaps his trip to the MOM 2.0 Summit, the guys have a little May-cember tea session, and then caffeinate up with Parent Tweets of The Week! In the Smart Articles by Smart People segment, the dads will discuss an article called "Keeping Teens Safe on Social Media: What Parents Should Know to Protect Their Kids" - A multi-pronged approach to social media management, including time limits, parental monitoring and supervision, and ongoing discussions about social media-   Then they'll take latest quiz on Teen Slang and see if they're still Bussin'...No Cap.…so brush up on the latest teen lingo. Then finally a couple this or that's and as always they finish with things that make them smile. #Fatherhood #Parenting #ParentingTips #Podcast #SocialMedia #Teens #Slang #TeenSlang 

Put on your Sister Sledge, roll up your sleeves and have some messy BBQ with us while we party on at weddings, discuss the best $20 we've ever spent, as well as share tips on how to cope during this busy seasonof May. Breathing techniques and sloppy Joes are welcome here. Show notes:       Connect with us on Instagram @thevictorycouch, Facebook, victorycouchpodcast@gmail.com, or www.thevictorycouch.com Reviews welcome https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-victory-couch/id1628820081  Q and A episode input survey: https://forms.gle/Yc3o96upoxz7aPgt7 About Disney future episode input survey: https://forms.gle/6T1mejApUeUEBL9eA SUBSCRIBE to The Victory Couch e-mail list by visiting https://www.thevictorycouch.com/ and click SUBSCRIBE at the top of your screen. Thinking about all of the food that you have consumed in your life, give me the name of certain foods that are delicious but the food is a pain to eat? Billy Madison Sloppy Joes clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5bHGb6eoZPI Welcome to Maycember (The Holderness Family) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8_IszUUAkw What advice do you have for Dads in the crazy season of now (a.k.a Maycember)? The Bible App https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/ What are the best wedding songs for dancing? What are the sweetest wedding songs? We Are Family by Sister Sledge https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyGY2NfYpeE Stacy's Mom by Fountains of Wayne https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZLfasMPOU4 Cha-Cha Slide by DJ Casper https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZv62ShoStY Electric Boogie (The Electric Slide) by Marcia Griffiths https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vF84LABHm0 Macarena by Los Del Rio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWaymcVmJ-A Butterfly Kisses by Bob Carlisle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmC3rJR7E98 In My Daughter's Eyes by Martina McBride https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pzuWP0xHMc I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RV-Z1YwaOiw Made To Love You by Drew Angus  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMqv_kKIgIc The Way You Look Tonight by Tony Bennett https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mx3SPsH9AMQ Stand By Me by Ben E. King https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwZNL7QVJjE Time After Time by Cyndi Lauper https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdQY7BusJNU My Best Friend by Tim McGraw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2w98ZjBMM94 At Last by Etta James https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-cbOl96RFM Marry Me by Train https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghZt2cILcCU My Girl by The Temptations https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_CSjcm-z1w I Swear by All For One https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5As3A2GhqoE Boyz II Men https://boyziimen.com/ Over the Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1bFr2SWP1I Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vhFnTjia_I Happy by Pharrell Williams https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6Sxv-sUYtM Shut Up and Dance by Walk The Moon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JCLY0Rlx6Q I Gotta Feeling by The Black Eyed Peas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipii7KbbJLY Friends episode The Way You Look Tonight featuring Janice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeXZyr7Fz7E What's the best $20 you've ever spent? https://www.colgate.com/en-us/hum The Achiever Enneagram 3 https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-3 Matchbox Twenty Exile on Mainstream https://www.amazon.com/Exile-Mainstream-2CD-Matchbox-Twenty/dp/B000TUXKYO (correction: released October 2, 2007) Couch crumbs: feeling overwhelmed in this season, the birds have taken over the signage at the karate studio Prop your feet up: photo session for high school senior, whiffle ball with the kids, bonfire night (laid back Saturday)         --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thevictorycouch/message

It's Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month and this week the ladies are going to discuss some history (a little late, but better than never!). Take a listen and get informed!

Welcome to the Simple Purposeful Living Podcast!   Welcome to the "Momma Mayhem Maycember" Extravaganza!   Hey there, Super Moms! In today's episode, we're diving into the whirlwind of what I fondly call "Maycember" – that chaotic fusion of May and December, when the end of the school year collides with all the other events that life throws at us.    But fear not, my fellow Mommas! I've got a treasure trove of life hacks, tips, and tricks to help you sail through this storm like a seasoned pro. From planning your weeks out ahead, to asking for help, you won't want to miss these tips I've got for you.    But wait, there's more! I challenge you, my fellow superheroes, to think of three things you can do each day to help you THRIVE and not just SURVIVE.  So, buckle up and join me on this roller coaster ride to discover all the ways I like to make life easier during this wild and wonderful time of the year!    And if you're craving more life-saving content, be sure to check out my blog here: 6 Ways to Survive End-of-Year Busy   Ready? Set? Let's conquer Maycember together!   

Welcome to Episode 75 of the Perfectionist's Guide to Mothering! Also, happy May! It's a new month and a busy one for most of us, as the school year is winding down. This means lots of extra things for our kids and us by default: concerts, recitals, school projects, field trips, class parties, teacher appreciation, and more! It's easy to feel overwhelmed by all there is going on. But I don't want us to feel overwhelmed, I want us to take some time now on the front end of the month to help our future selves. Let's not just survive this month, let's thrive! A few of the resources I recommend in this episode include: Restore Magazine: May 2022 Issue with Mother's Day Gift Ideas Episode 4 with Amy Carney Dangerous Prayers by Craig Groeschel* Call the Midwife YouVersion Bible App Greenlight App: Earn $30 when you sign up for Greenlight with this link. With the money app and debit card for kids and teens, you can send your kids money instantly, assign chores, and teach them to earn, save, and invest.* Sign up for Restore Magazine here. New issues will hit your inbox on the first Friday of every month. Yay for happy email! Just a reminder that you can connect with me via: Instagram @andreafortenberry My website --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andreafortenberry/support

Any parent with school-aged children can tell you how crazy the month of May is. Just like the month of December, the calendar is packed with activities, gatherings, and ceremonies. Except no presents, cookies, or twinkling lights. So we call it: Maycember. This week, I needed to a pick-me-up knowing we were headed into a crazy month. I figured if I was feeling like I needed a pick-me-up, maybe you did too. So I asked all of you on Instagram: What's the best advice you've ever received? And let me tell you, we got some good ones. Enjoy some of our favorites and tell us what we missed! Thanks for being here. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 323-364-3929. Your support means the world to us. If you like this podcast please consider leaving us a review. We also love feedback. Email us at podcast@theholdernessfamily.com.We wrote a book! Learn more here: www.theholdernessfamily.com/book Join our Facebook family: www.facebook.com/theholdernessfamilyFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/theholdernessfamily Find us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/theholdernessfamilyAbout the Holderness Family
: Penn, Kim, Lola, and Penn Charles Holderness create original music, parodies, and Vlogs for YouTube and Facebook to poke fun of themselves and celebrate the absurdity in circumstances most families face in their day to day life. They published "Christmas Jammies" in December 2013 and life hasn't been the same. Since then, their popular parodies, "All About That Baste", "Baby Got Class," and original music "Snow Day" have received national news coverage. Penn, the Dad, took a chance and left his job as a news anchor to join his wife Kim, the Mom, at their video production and digital marketing company, Greenroom Communications, LLC. Lola and Penn Charles are always happy, respectful and eat all of their vegetables (that last sentence is a lie). The Holderness Family Podcast is Edited and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May is sneaky. It pretends to just be the beautiful end of Spring and the fun beginning of summer BUT it is so much more. May is the December of the Spring; MAYCEMBER. Let's be proactive this year and start thinking through all that May holds so we are ready because, even though it's still … EP 108: PSA: It's Gonna be MAY Read More »

In this episode show the dads will have some fun discussing the eternity of Maycember and June. Then they ask themselves...Are kids actually impressed with our careers?   Then in the Smart Articles by Smart People segment they'll talk about the article "Scientists Find 15 Amazing Benefits Of Listening To Music" They talk concert stories, pizza, kids music and a much more. Who was your first concert? Then they switch gears and take a pop quiz on pop music and then to finish they take a couple question from our popular new “Would you rather” segment…and finally they wrap up with things that make them smile! Thanks for listening, If we can get someone over a hurdle, make one person smile or enjoy the hour, we've done our jobs! Cheers. DTO

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The Holderness Family:  Maycember#1.  Braindump EVERYTHINGPut a 1 by the things that need to be done ASAP.Put a 2 by the things that are important but can wait a day.Put a 3 by the things that should be done sooner than later but can get pushed back a few days.#2.  STOP multi-tasking.#3.   DelegateLove you -Lis

Scripture Referenced: John 20:19-23 The Richard Rohr quotation comes from his new book, The Universal Christ: How a Forgotten Reality Can Change Everything We See, Hope For, and Believe. Watch the Holderness Family's "Maycember" video here. Here is where you can check out the Twitter thread that put Floyd Martin's amazing story on the map. For more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, too. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org. To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts, give online here. And here’s the link to the Everybody In initative. Make your commitment now!

As the person responsible for documenting the Obama Administration, Pete Souza spent more time with Barack Obama than almost anyone else, which left him with some deep in sights on Obama and the office of the Presidency. In this episode, Pete joins Bob for a conversation about his work as Chief Official White House Photographer, the state of American politics, and the power of photography. Pete's most recent book, Shade: A Tale of Two Presidents (Little, Brown, & Co, 2018) uses photography to contrast the stark differences between the Presidency of Barack Obama and that of Donald Trump. This episode is the third in our "Wolftrap Series" recorded during The Avett Brothers' three night run at Wolftrap in Vienna, VA. Click here for our conversation w/ Robert Costa and click here to become a Patron and get the "Maycember in Wolftrap" Patreon Extra episode.  This episode was edited by Gary Fletcher and Bob Crawford.   The Road to Now is part of the Osiris Podcast Network.

We are back, Modernistas! Thank you for your patience as we worked on a special project for YOU! We announce our project and tell you where you can find it, read some funny tweets, and we talk all things end of school and summertime! Please rate and review our podcast (it helps us a lot!), share with your family and friends, and follow us on Twitter and/or FB. Thanks for listening! Twitter - @modernmomspod. FB - @modernmomspod. Email - modernmomspod@gmail.com.

In our latest episode the guys get giddy about cartoon crushes, Mother's Day, Date Nights and a Dad Jokes from the ocean and a delightful donut quiz to wrap things up. A copy of Southern Living is on the line once again.

Dude, MAY IS CRAZY, but guys! We made it! Maycember is over, which means it's our favorite time of the month! (Not our lady-time because that is obviously NOT our favorite time...) In these end of month episodes we are letting our hair down, pulling back the curtain, and getting super honest about how it's going as we pursue our creative passions in the middle of motherhood and our right-now lives. While we fully believe it's possible to hold the two together, we don't pretend for a second that it's always easy or simple. We're keepin' it real for y'all. Today we're dishing all about what's working and what's NOT working in our personal lives and in this episode we just about covered it all! From dog hair in the carpet to hard conversations with our spouse to screen time and beyond. We're sharing practical ways to: Overcome self doubt Uncover your "thing" Make a To-Don't List (you need this in your life!) Take the pressure off in seasons of overwhelm

On this episode, we’ll learn about the meaning and history of “Noel,” celebrate MayCember, count down the 5 funniest Christmas movie quotes, and pit Pumpkin Pie against Cranberry Sauce in the Road to the Christmas Bowl! Download here! 00:00 – 01:25 Intro 01:25 – 03:52 We Need a Little Christmas Now 03:52 – 10:15 Five Golden Things (Funny Christmas Movie Quotes) 10:15 – 13:05 Feedback from Our Last Show 13:05 – 15:38 Santa Babb’s Mail Bag 15:38 – 17:54 All I Want For Christmas Is News 17:54 – 23:47 Noel 23:47 – 25:42 Road to the Christmas Bowl 25:42 –…

Maycember by Closet Moms, Ashley and Stephany ! Chatting with you about life as a Mom, Wife, Employee, Friend and everything in between. We do this from the comfort of our SAFE Space, the CLOSET! ;)

May is so crazy for parents that it has a new internet nickname: MAYcember (like December, without the presents). We covered the parenting side of things in Episode 206 (listen here if you missed it), and in this special bonus episode, we hear from three teachers about what it's like from their perspective. The post BONUS: Teachers Respond To May Madness appeared first on The Mom Hour.