Podcast appearances and mentions of monica packer

If your cleaning routine keeps falling apart, it might not be a motivation problem — it might be a systems problem. Monica Packer shares her simple "when-then" method for building daily habits that actually stick, even on your worst days. No rigid schedules, no all-or-nothing pressure. Just practical self-improvement that works with your real life, not against it. Because personal growth and development doesn't have to be complicated — it just has to be doable. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-to-make-cleaning-easier ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! ⁠Leave a rating and review⁠ Get the free DSL Training. Follow About Progress on ⁠YOUTUBE⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monica's unique approach to breaking free from perfectionism has resonated with so many women who feel overwhelmed by unrealistic wellness standards. She has a real gift for helping others move past all-or-nothing thinking and embrace changes that actually work in their day to day lives. Listen to us discuss the issues of perfectionism. And how to break free.

You know you need more sleep. So why can't you just... go to bed?If you're a mom of a neurodivergent child, you know that some days, the exhaustion is next-level. But sleep deprivation isn't always just about kids keeping us awake. Often, we're the ones staying up late scrolling, working, numbing out, or hanging onto the only quiet time we've had all day.The longer it continues, the foggier your thinking gets, the shorter your fuse becomes, and the harder emotional regulation feels for both you and your child.In this episode, Emily sits down with habits expert Monica Packer, podcast host of About Progress, to discuss why sleep is especially challenging for moms of neurodivergent kids, what "revenge bedtime procrastination" really is (and why it makes sense), and how to create a nighttime routine you'll actually enjoy without a one-size-fits-all approach.Key Takeaways:Bad habits are helpers in disguise, so understanding why you're delaying sleep is the first step to actually changing itYour nighttime routine needs to meet a real need, not just check a wellness boxYour daytime cup affects your nighttime habits, and filling it during the day is part of the solutionSleep is the keystone habit; it makes every other habit, relationship, and regulation skill easierJoin the FREE class: Emotional Regulation for Neurodivergent Kids: https://emily-hamblin.com/class 

How many times have you started a habit, felt good about it, and then watched it fall apart the second life got in the way? And then blamed yourself for it?My guest today has spent 20 years studying exactly WHY that happens, and her answer is going to reframe the whole thing for you.Monica Packer is a certified habits and identity coach, host of the top-rated podcast About Progress, and author of the upcoming book Sticky Habits: A Woman's Guide to Reclaim Happiness, Ditch Perfectionism, and Create Habits That Last. She's also a 20-year eating disorder recovery warrior, which made this conversation feel SO real and grounded.The big idea: the habit advice we've all been handed was built by and for people whose lives look nothing like ours. And because of invisible labor, women have less time, less energy, more interruptions, and less predictability than the system assumes. It was never going to work.In this episode, you'll learn:What the "underachieving perfectionist" actually looks like (and if you're one without knowing it)Why standard consistency advice fails women, and how to redefine itThe ideal vs. baseline habit framework that makes you stop breaking habits for goodHow every tiny baseline action rewires your identityThe one belief Monica wants every woman to walk away holdingConnect With MonicaPre-order Monica's book: Sticky Habits at stickyhabitsbook.com Monica's podcast: About Progress — search it wherever you're listening right nowMonica's Instagram: @aboutprogress

In this episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Monica Packer of About Progress to explore what joy actually requires of us, why eros love is at the heart of a marriage that stays alive, and what it means to stop trying to change your spouse and start asking who you want to be instead.

Perfectionism is loud. Invisible labor is constant. And focus can feel impossible when you're carrying it all. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Monica Packer—host of About Progress, certified habits and identity coach, and author of the upcoming book Sticky Habits—to talk about what it really looks like to build habits that support women's lives instead of working against them. Monica shares her own journey from overachieving perfectionist to burnout, depression, and eventually discovering a more sustainable model for growth: progress over perfection. We dive into: why traditional habit advice often doesn't work for women how invisible labor impacts focus, consistency, and energy the connection between perfectionism and all-or-nothing thinking why flexibility—not rigidity—is the key to sustainable habits how “baseline habits” help you stay consistent even on hard days the difference between habits and routines and why habits should support you instead of controlling you One of my favorite parts of this conversation is Monica's redefinition of consistency: doing your best most of the time over time—and letting your best change. This episode is thoughtful, practical, validating, and honestly? A huge exhale for anyone who's tired of feeling like they're failing at habits that were never designed for real life in the first place. Connect with Monica: Podcast: About Progress — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/about-progress/id1173416233 Website: https://www.aboutprogress.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aboutprogress/ Connect with me: Email: support@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com LinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-

If you've ever picked up your phone when what you really needed was rest, connection, or just a moment to breathe — this clip is for you. Monica Packer shares a simple, judgment-free process for recognizing numbing behavior and turning it into a moment of genuine self-care. This is personal growth and development in the most practical sense: no shame, no perfectionism, just getting curious about what you actually need and making a choice that feels aligned with who you are. If you're working on daily habits that support your well-being, or looking for self-compassion practices that are realistic for busy moms, this one will resonate. Because how to feel happy often starts with just asking yourself one honest question: What do I need right now? Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/what-i-do-with-numbing-behaviors ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! ⁠Leave a rating and review⁠ Check out my ⁠⁠workshops⁠⁠! Follow About Progress on ⁠YOUTUBE⁠! ⁠Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the reason you can’t stick to your habits has nothing to do with willpower, motivation, or discipline? What if the methods you’ve been handed were never designed for the life you’re actually living? For so many of us, habit advice arrives in the same shape: wake at five, follow the routine, repeat daily, never miss. And when it inevitably falls apart, we blame ourselves rather than the model. In this powerful episode, habits and identity coach Monica Packer reveals what’s actually getting in the way: the invisible labour you carry, the perfectionism dressed up as ambition, and the shame voice quietly running the show. The Recovering Perfectionist Monica didn’t arrive at her work through theory. She lived it. At 20, she was the stereotypical overachiever: scholarship kid, full-ride tuition, straight As, every honour society. From the outside, her life looked perfectly assembled. From the inside, she was quietly breaking down through suicidal ideation, multiple eating disorders, panic attacks, and silent nervous breakdowns. Nobody around her knew. “Because I had so long held on to that shame voice inside me,” she shares. A decade later, on the brink of turning 30, she realised she’d spent the previous ten years on the sidelines of her own life, paralysed by the same shame that once drove her achievements. That moment changed everything. Why Habit Advice Was Never Built for You “A lot of the books and the bestsellers written out there are by men,” Monica points out. “Very few of the examples use women, and very little of the research is done on women.” The issue isn’t that those methods are bad. It’s that they ignore the invisible load so many people carry: the mental gymnastics of running households, anticipating everyone’s needs, remembering everything for everyone. That load steals the time, energy, and headspace required to follow rigid habit prescriptions. Trying to fit your habits into a model designed for someone with none of that weight is, in Monica’s words, like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole. The Three Shifts That Change Everything Monica’s framework rests on three powerful reframes. Habits are not requirements; they’re supportive. Their only job is to serve you, not to score you. That gives you permission to choose how a habit fits your season, not the other way around. Habits are not routines; they’re small and simple. Most “habits” people set are actually eight habits stacked together. Instead, start with a baseline: the smallest, simplest version of the habit you could do on your worst day. One paragraph of journaling. Five minutes of movement. Baselines build toward the ideal, and sometimes the baseline is all you need. Habits are not rigid; they’re flexible. Redefine consistency as doing your best most of the time over time. Flexibility isn’t the enemy of consistency. It’s what makes consistency possible. Meet Sharon: The Voice in Your Head For one of Monica’s clients, the inner shame voice had become so loud that they decided to name it. They called her Sharon, a blend of “shame” and “Karen.” The act of naming created separation. Suddenly, there was the client, and there was Sharon, and they were not the same person. “Shame does not lead to sustainable change,” Monica says. “It simply does not work.” Compassion does. The work begins with awareness, then labelling, then learning to speak back to that voice as your wisest, most compassionate self. It feels foreign at first. It changes everything. The Do Something List Six months before turning 30, Monica wrote a list of 30 things she wanted to do before her birthday. Not a bucket list. Not goals. Just things she’d long wanted to try, with one rule: do them poorly. “I want to do 30 things really poorly,” she remembers. That permission to be mediocre is what cracked her life open. Writing, painting, reading and even the podcast that didn’t make the original list. It all began with one small, badly done thing. About Monica Packer Monica Packer is a writer, podcaster, and certified habits and identity coach. She hosts the top-rated About Progress podcast and has guided thousands of women toward sustainable growth through her progress-over-perfection philosophy. She’s a mum of five, a former middle school teacher, and a sourdough obsessor. Key Takeaway The reason your habits keep falling apart isn’t a character flaw. It’s a system mismatch. When you stop forcing yourself into rigid prescriptions and start designing habits that flex around your real life, consistency becomes possible. When you name the shame voice instead of obeying it, you reclaim the driver’s seat. And when you give yourself permission to do things poorly, you finally start doing them at all. Watch the full conversation on YouTube Find Out More About Monica Packer Website: aboutprogress.com Follow on Instagram: @aboutprogress YouTube Channel @aboutprogress

Why do we procrastinate even when we care about the outcome? In this episode of H&K with Monica Packer and Rachel Nielsen, we explore how perfectionism and emotions can quietly hold us back from the life we want. If you've ever wondered how to stop being a perfectionist, build healthier daily habits, and feel happier in your day-to-day life, this conversation will give you a new perspective. We talk about self-compassion, personal development, and simple mindset shifts that support real personal growth and development—especially for women and mothers who want to prioritize self-care without the pressure to be perfect. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-to-disrupt-your-procrastination-loops Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference use code “LISTENER” for $20 off Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we are joined by Habits and Identity Coach Monica Packer to explore why the most profound transformation happens in the "messy middle" of our big goals. Monica shares how to dismantle maladaptive perfectionism and replace it with a Do Something mindset that values consistent progress over polished, all-or-nothing results.Tune in to learn:How to break the all-or-nothing pendulum swing of perfectionism that leads to burnout, underachieving, or staying stuck at the starting line.The secrets to bridging the gap between your big vision and your daily reality by focusing on the transformative power of the process rather than just the final outcome.How to identify and navigate tipping points—learning how to stay on the path even when you feel dejected or like you are on a sinking ship.Practical ways to start a Do Something approach by taking one small, messy step today to build momentum toward your vision.By aligning your dreams with your core values, Monica provides a roadmap to rediscover who you are outside of your roles and embrace the beautiful reality of growth.Free Gift: Do Something List TrainingReady to explore who you are? The Do Something List (DSL) is your answer. This free training will help you uncover and discover what makes you "YOU," and all outside goals and resolutions.Monica's Giveaway Contribution: 1-on-1 Habit and Identity Coaching SessionStop spinning your wheels and get tailored support with a 60-minute, 1-on-1 Habit and Identity Coaching Session with Monica Packer. Valued at $197, this deep-dive session is your chance to troubleshoot exactly where your progress has stalled so you can finally trade all-or-nothing thinking for actual momentum.Connect with Monica: Website | Podcast | Instagram---Enter the Book Launch Celebration Giveaway!

Are you ready to discover which Salad With a Side of Fries episodes truly changed lives in 2025? Join Jenn for an inspiring countdown of transformative wellness conversations that tackle everything from heart rate variability to hormone health and pre-diabetic prevention. These game-changing discussions offer practical insights you can implement immediately.Jenn Trepeck, host of Salad With a Side of Fries, reveals the top 10 episodes of 2025. She shares powerful conversations about blood sugar management, diet culture, and flexible habits that serve your health goals. From understanding how to improve heart rate variability naturally to demystifying hormones and breaking free from rigid wellness rules, this episode delivers a curated playlist of wellness habits that honor real life.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ How heart rate variability acts as a speedometer for your physiology and practical ways to improve it using wearable technology for better health monitoring.✅ Why hormone health isn't mysterious or taboo—discover how hormones communicate what your body needs and why birth control effects differ from what you've been told.✅ The truth about pre-diabetic prevention through daily food choices and why small, consistent changes matter more than once-yearly doctor visits for blood sugar management.✅ How to break free from diet culture and rigid habits by embracing the "Yes, And" approach to wellness habits that honor both your body and soul.The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 The annual countdown tradition of reviewing the Top 10 Episodes of 2025 05:03 Episode 324: Have Your Cake and Feel Great—breaking free from food shame and diet culture while enjoying treats06:55 Episode 302: The “Yes And” in Healthcare (feat. Andrea Nakayama)—combining Western medicine with lifestyle medicine and holistic health09:09 Episode 313: Rigid vs.Flexible Habits (feat. Monica Packer)—escaping perfectionism and the all-or-nothing mindset12:37 Episode 312: Daily Habits That Serve or Sabotage Your Health and Hormones —understanding context and nuance14:13 Episode 324: Hormones Are Your Check Engine Light (feat. Jillian Greaves)—demystifying hormone health and birth control effects on women's bodies20:03 Episode 288: Use Your Heart Monitor to Improve Your Health (feat. Torkil Færø)—tracking Heart Rate Variability23:11 Episode 303: Everyone Is Pre-Diabetic Unless…—why prevention happens daily through food choices, not annual checkups30:04 Episode 292: Your

In this special episode, Rachel Coons shares her transformative journey from financial overwhelm to abundance, as she's interviewed by Monica Packer at the More for Moms Conference. Rachel opens up about the emotional side of money, the unique challenges moms face, and how shifting your mindset can bring peace—even when life feels chaotic.Discover practical tips for saving on groceries, building a healthier relationship with money, and embracing generosity and gratitude.Whether you're struggling to make ends meet or simply want to feel more empowered with your finances, this conversation offers hope, actionable advice, and a reminder that you're not alone.xoxo,RachelWhere to find me:Instagram: @heyrachelcoonsJoin me for my next LIVE training 'Save $600 On Groceries'!: REGISTER HERE

This personal growth podcast episode dives into how to be happier by challenging the belief that “normal women” shouldn't dream big. Monica shares practical personal development tools and daily habits that support self improvement, including how to feel happy without burning out and how to stop being a perfectionist in your everyday life. If you love self help podcasts and are searching for the best podcasts for self improvement, this conversation will help you reframe ambition, practice self-compassion, and create sustainable personal growth and development. It's especially powerful self care for mothers who want to honor their own dreams while still showing up for the people they love. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/why-normal-women-need-to-have-dreams-goals-and-ambitions Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference use code “LISTENER” for $20 off Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textToday's episode is a special replay of an interview I did with my friend Monica Packer for her More for Moms Summit, a space designed to help moms fill their own cups again. Monica asked such powerful questions that I knew I had to share our conversation here on the podcast. We go beyond surface-level fitness talk to dig into what actually makes your workouts effective: how to lift with purpose, apply progressive overload, and find the sweet spot between overtraining and undertraining. I also break down why the fitness industry can feel so loud and confusing, and how to create a workout program that truly fits your body and goals.Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/390Follow me on Instagram and Tiktok!Links:bicepsafterbabies.com/learntotrainTired of sweating through workouts and still not seeing the muscle or fat loss you were hoping for? Let's fix that. In my FREE live workshop, we'll uncover why your current workouts aren't getting you results, and the 5 simple fixes that will finally get you where you want to go. Register now at bicepsafterbabies.com/workouts

In this powerful conversation, Wendy Valentine sits down with habits and identity coach—and recovering perfectionist—Monica Packer to unpack why perfectionism keeps midlife women stuck on the sidelines and how to choose progress over perfection. Monica shares her 2015 “aha” moment, explains the perfectionism pendulum (overachieving ↔ underachieving), and shows how self-compassion—not shame—creates sustainable change. You'll hear practical ways to quiet the inner critic, navigate the messy middle, set healthier boundaries, and take brave, bite-sized action with Monica's simple Do Something List. If you're tired, busy, or overwhelmed but still want to grow, this episode gives you freeing, relatable tools to move forward—imperfectly and authentically.   What You'll Learn The “perfectionism pendulum” and why both all-or-nothing and doing nothing are the same trap How self-compassion outperforms self-criticism for lasting habit change A 3C toolkit: Compassion, Courage, Curiosity to navigate the messy middle How to spot and reframe your inner critic in real time Why validation ≠ apathy—and how acceptance jumpstarts momentum Practical steps to start small: create a Do Something List and celebrate micro-wins How perfectionism strains relationships—and the role of boundaries and invitations to change Identity shifts: moving from outcome-based worth to values-aligned action in midlife

In this personal growth podcast episode, host Monica Packer and author Catherine Price dive deep into how to be happier through the science and practice of true fun. They explore what gets in the way of joy, like perfectionism, guilt, and endless responsibilities and share small, practical steps to rediscover your spark. Whether you're seeking personal development, curious about daily habits that actually improve your life, or searching for the best podcasts for self improvement, this conversation will leave you inspired to bring more playfulness and self-compassion into your days. Perfect for moms craving self care for mothers and anyone learning how to stop being a perfectionist, this self help podcast reminds you that personal growth and development don't have to be serious, they can start with a little fun. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/you-need-to-have-more-fun Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the secret to stronger family bonds isn't more structure, but more fun? In this session, Brooke Romney joins Monica Packer to share how letting go of perfection and embracing playfulness transformed her relationships, her parenting, and her relationship with parenting. Discover practical ways to infuse joy into everyday moments, why fun matters more than you think, and how even the smallest shifts can create connection. Press play and get inspired to make memories that matter, better be the mom you want to be, and shift your experience with motherhood.   FREEBIE for all: 75 Would You Rather Questions for Teens download BONUS raffled off to All-Access Pass Holders: Your choice of a Modern Manners Flipbook Get the Basic Pass to watch and/or read each speaker session for free through Sunday, October 12th. Upgrade to the All-Access Pass for ad-free listening on a private podcast feed, + lifetime access to all content visual, audio, and written.    Brooke believes no one should have to parent through the teen years alone. She's created books, a game, and a large online community that educates, encourages, and supports.  FOLLOW ON IG WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intuitive eating as a form of self-care? Absolutely. In this session, registered dietitian Devrie Pettit joins Monica Packer to unravel the myths and fears around intuitive eating—a self-care framework that could transform your relationship with food AND your body. Discover why letting go of food rules might be the key to real nourishment, how to rebuild self-trust, and what happens when you finally give yourself permission to eat. If you're ready for a more peaceful, empowered approach to eating, you won't want to miss this conversation. FREEBIE for all: Lunch Box Packing List  download BONUS raffled off to All-Access Pass Holders: One Year to Better Body Image: 52 Affirmations for Teens and Tweens Flipbook   Get the Basic Pass to watch and/or read each speaker session for free through Sunday, October 12th. Upgrade to the All-Access Pass for ad-free listening on a private podcast feed, + lifetime access to all content visual, audio, and written.  Devrie Pettit is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist. She received her BS degree in Nutrition and Food Science from Utah State University. She then went on to complete her Dietetic Internship and receive her Master's Degree from Stony Brook University in New York. She studied the Mediterranean Diet in Italy where her love for Italian cuisine grew. She does not believe in diets, loves to cook, and try new restaurants. Devrie is a wife and mother of four. Raising them as "foodies" rather than "health nuts" is one of her deepest passions. FOLLOW ON IG WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thank you to Activations for sponsoring this episode and providing listeners with an exclusive, limited-time offer now at activations.com/progress: a 14-day free trial + 61% off the yearly Activations membership, all with a generous money-back guarantee. There is a tool that activates our personal growth, and it's not exactly a secret: visualization. While elites in their respective fields, from athletes to musicians to business people, have used this tool for years to increase their progress and performance, us everyday folks can also unlock the power of visualization to transform our lives. In this inspiring episode of About Progress, host Monica Packer sits down with Mimi Bouchard, founder of the Activations app, to explore how visualization can help you reprogram your self-image, break free from shame-driven beliefs, and embody your future self—no quiet and still meditation required. Mimi shares her personal journey from feeling stuck and insecure to now helping over 100,000 people–most of whom are women–make real, lasting change by utilizing her personal development guided audio. Discover practical strategies for habit stacking, overcoming perfectionism, and developing a “bounce back” mindset, plus an exclusive offer for listeners to try Activations for free. If you're ready to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start living as the person you're meant to be, this episode is your roadmap to making change doable, energizing, and even fun.  Please head to activations.com/progress to secure a special offer of a 14-day free trial + 61% off the yearly Activations membership! Be sure to go to the site to do so. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Struggling with reactivity or feeling out of control? In this powerful clip, Monica Packer explains the science behind deep breathing and introduces a simple, 10-second practice that can help you create space between trigger and reaction. Learn how to use your "response gap" to reclaim calm, control, and alignment—one intentional breath at a time. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-to-be-less-reactive-and-more-in-control Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! ⁠Get on the waitlist for Italy!⁠ Single traveler survey ⁠here⁠. More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder why your habits feel like a constant battle between all-or-nothing? Curious if there's a way to make flexible habits stick without burning out? Join Jenn Trepeck on Salad with a Side of Fries as she dives into the world of perfectionism and habits with Monica Packer, a recovering perfectionist who's cracked the code on sustainable growth. In this episode, Monica and Jenn unpack how to ditch rigid rules for baselines that support you, redefine consistency as doing your best most of the time, and build momentum with small, courageous steps that lead to exponential growth, all while keeping it real for your unique season of life.The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, who discusses wellness and weight loss in real life, clearing up myths, misinformation, and bad science surrounding our understanding of nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00) Intro: Perfectionism is a spectrum(06:12) Monica describes her shift from perfectionism to flexible habits(13:38) Monica redefines habits as supportive actions that help you show up as yourself(16:05) Choosing ‘shoulds' that align with your life, making habits flexible (18:22) Consistency is doing your best most of the time. Flexibility makes sustainable habits possible(26:07) Baselines are the smallest version of a habit, building momentum for sustainable progress(32:39) Baselines reduce reliance on motivation, enabling habits to persist even on busy or low-energy days(35:51) Small, courageous steps in habits lead to exponential growth beyond perfectionismKEY TAKEAWAYS:Perfectionism is a spectrum rooted in fear, driving an all-or-nothing approach. Flexible habits support sustainable growth by prioritizing progress over rigid perfection.Baselines are small, achievable versions of habits that build momentum and consistency, allowing you to show up as yourself even on low-energy days.Consistency in habits means doing your best most of the time, rather than striving for rigid perfection. Flexibility enables sustainable habit formation, allowing us to adapt to life's seasons and challenges.QUOTES: (00:00) "I've learned that perfectionism really is a spectrum. The root of it is the same though regardless of where you're on the spectrum. It's an all or nothing pendulum swing, and the root is fear." - Monica Packer(10:36) "If only this were different. If only that were different. And the truth is maybe a hard pill to swallow, it's us, not all of these other things." - Jenn Trepeck(20:17) "Flexibility is what makes consistency possible." - Monica Packer(21:45) "Consistency and intensity are inversely related." - Jenn Trepeck(30:38) "The ‘how' might be two minutes here, two minutes there. Today, it's touching my toes. Tomorrow it's walking to the mailbox to get the mail." - Jenn TrepeckRESOURCES:Become a Member – A Salad With a Side of FriesJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries...

It's easy to see your partner as the problem when things feel unfair—but often, the patterns we feel stuck in are ones we've unwittingly helped create. In this NEW episode, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Monica Packer of the About Progress podcast to talk about what it means to be a thoughtful change maker in your relationship. They explore how to recognize when you've been over-accommodating—and how avoiding conflict or ignoring your own desires can quietly erode both your well-being and the strength of the partnership. Dr. Finlayson-Fife teaches that change begins by owning your role in the current dynamic—and using that clarity to engage in honest, collaborative conversations with your partner.

Do you struggle with creating habits that stick, thanks to the overwhelm, low energy, and little time you have every day? You're going to be so inspired by this conversation with Monica Packer. Monica is an expert in teaching habits differently, especially for busy women who think they are bad and making and keeping them. Tune in to hear why consistently doing a little is better than sporadically doing a lot, why trying on other peoples' habits doesn't work, and how to  create new habits… and a new life.  

SHINING WITH ADHD #199: Self-Care is Not Selfish! Small Shifts That Make a Big Difference The Childhood Collective5/28/2025SUMMARYIf you've ever rolled your eyes at the phrase “don't forget to take care of yourself,” this episode is for you. We're joined by Monica Packer from the About Progress podcast to talk about what self-care *really* looks like when you're raising neurodivergent kids. Monica helps us move beyond bubble baths and into daily practices that actually help us feel more grounded, connected, and calm. Whether you're deep in survival mode or just craving a little more peace, this conversation is full of empathy and doable steps to help you make progress toward your goals. MEET MONICA PACKERMonica Packer is a recovering perfectionist who uncovered the truest model to lasting growth: it's progress made practical. As a podcaster and coach, she guides women to find sustainable growth by adopting progress over perfection. Monica's popular podcast, About Progress is a top-rated show with millions of downloads. She has served thousands of women online as a certified habits and identity coach. Monica is a mom of 5, former middle school teacher, sourdough obsessor, and beginning gardener. You can find more about Monica at aboutprogress.com.LINKS + RESOURCESEpisode #199 TranscriptAbout Progress WebsiteSticky Habit Rainstorm About Progress Instagram The Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.comMentioned in this episode:Shining at SchoolShining at School is a video-based course that will teach you how to help your child with ADHD go from surviving to thriving at school for elementary and middle schoolers. On your own time. At your own pace. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Shining at School CourseHungryrootHungryroot offers “good-for-you groceries and simple recipes.” We have loved having one less thing to worry about when it comes to raising kids. For 40% off your first box, click the link below and use CHILDHOOD40 in all caps to get the discount.HungryrootBoard Games for Kids with ADHDBoard games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHD

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible MonicaPacker, host of the About Progress podcast, for a conversation that will shake up everything you thought you knew about perfectionism, productivity, and what it really means to move forward in life.Monica shares her powerful perspective on why perfectionism isn't about high standards—it's about fear. Together, we debunk the toxic myth that if something isn't perfect, it's not worth doing (or worse, that you're just being lazy). Spoiler alert: not doing something perfectly is NOT the same as failing.We dive into:

Monica Packer and Lauren Pace ✨ Why having the courage to try (and even fail) is the key to rediscovering yourself. ✨ How small, practical steps can help you break free from the all-or-nothing mindset. ✨ The one question you NEED to ask yourself: What do I really want? You can find more about Monica at aboutprogress.com and by listening to her podcast, About Progress. DO SOMETHING LIST: https://www.aboutprogress.com/dsl

So often when life gets complicated our healthy habits are the first thing to go out the window. So how do you stay consistent in the face of life's ups and downs? Listener Jessica was having this exact problem: “I've missed so much of my workout plan recently due to travel, having a new puppy, unexpected doctors appointments, the list goes on. I really do want to make this a priority and want to try again, maybe start over. Even though I know the program is less than 15 minutes a day, what mindset change do you think I need to make to be more consistent this time?” Let's give this one to the expert! Monica Packer is the host of the podcast “About Progress” and a coach to countless women that need help getting practical and realistic about their habits. In this quick episode, Monica will give you quick tips on how to maintain consistency even when life is anything but consistent! More Resources & Links Learn more from Monica Packer at www.aboutprogress.com Listen to Monica's extremely popular podcast About Progress Need help getting started! Get Megan's FREE 5-Day Jumpstart Tips guide! The Jumpstart 30 Program for Beginners Follow Megan on YouTube Follow Megan on Instagram Ask Megan your burning question here

Why do women have to do habits differently?  Well, today we are going to dig deeper into why we have to do more with less time and how traditional habit formation might not work for us with practical solutions and habit hacks from our friend, Monica Packer, of About ProgressWant to learn more about why our HEALTH habits in particular are challenging to stick with?  Go listen to my private podcast, ATOMIC HABITS FOR WOMEN!About Monica: Monica Packer is a normal mom and recovering perfectionist who uncovered the truest model to lasting growth: it's progress made practical. As a podcaster and coach, she guides women to find sustainable growth by adopting progress over perfection. Monica is a mom of 5, former middle school teacher, sourdough obsessor, and beginning gardener. You can find more about Monica at aboutprogress.com***HABIT HACKS:-Get a free 7 day trial in the TRAINING FOR LIFE app!-Need 1:1 accountability for your habits?  Schedule a FREE DISCOVERY CALL to find out more!-CHECK OUT THE FREEBIE VAULT!: Access habit tools, self care checklist, ingredient meal tips, free workouts and more! JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY!LET'S CONNECT:Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22www.emily-nichols.com Get your free 7 day trial in my habit based fitness app, TRAINING FOR LIFE!

We are in the season of New Year's Resolutions. People everywhere are feeling motivated, setting goals and ready to make some real changes! But what happens in about a month when motivation is low and all those shiny, new resolutions start to feel impossible? Listener Becky has been there: “I always seem to hit a wall around the 4-week mark with my habits. Usually right around then, if I'm not seeing the results that I really wanted to see, discouragement kind of sets in and I lose my motivation. I can feel myself dwindling, using excuses and then finally not doing it anymore. How can I get past this discouragement and get myself to keep sticking with it?” Hmmm, sound familiar? This week I've asked Monica Packer, host of the podcast “About Progress”, to help us tackle the inevitable lack of motivation and moments of discouragement that can set in as we are working to establish new habits. If you've found yourself losing steam with your healthy habits, then this is the episode for you!

How many times have you decided to implement a new habit, only for a week later to have already “failed”? Well, let me let you in on a little secret…you're probably thinking about your habits all wrong. And I bet that when you feel like you've failed at your habits, you're thinking about that wrong, too. Meet Monica Packer, host of the podcast “About Progress”, and a coach to countless women that need help getting practical and realistic about their habits. Monica and I discuss the unique challenges women face in habit formation - it's not just you! - as well as the impact of invisible labor and the need for supportive habits. We'll dive into the importance of flexibility, the necessity of embracing failure, and the shift in mindset you need to foster personal growth and self-care. If you want to know why you struggle so much with consistency and sticking with your routines, and you find yourself constantly discouraged by how your habits look, this episode is for you! More Resources & Links Learn more from Monica Packer at www.aboutprogress.com Listen to Monica's extremely popular podcast About Progress Need help getting started! Get Megan's FREE 5-Day Jumpstart Tips guide! The Jumpstart 30 Program for Beginners Follow Megan on YouTube Follow Megan on Instagram

Let's talk about perfectionism. You know, that voice in your head that tells you, “If you can't do it perfectly, why bother doing it at all?” It's the same voice that has you procrastinating on that new habit or beating yourself up for falling short (again). Spoiler alert: that 'all or nothing' mindset is keeping you feeling stuck.In this episode, I'm joined by Monica Packer, an expert in creating sustainable systems for high-achieving women who feel like they're always falling short. With years of experience helping women shift from self-criticism to self-compassion, she's here to unpack why women must approach habits differently, how to reframe failure, and practical tools to create habits that stick—even when life feels overwhelming.Here's what you'll learn:The top 3 keys to creating consistent habits, even when you're busy or exhausted.The sneaky ways procrastination shows up in your life and keeps you stuck.The real reason you're struggling with habits (hint: it's not you!) and how to break the cycle of failure.If you've ever felt like habit-building is just another thing to check off an already-overwhelming list, this conversation will change the way you think about progress. Monica's tips will help you ditch the guilt, simplify your systems, and start creating habits that work for your real, messy, beautiful life.JOIN THE BURNOUT RECOVERY BLUEPRINT WAITLIST!MY BURNOUT RECOVERY STORY + $10 OFF HAPPY JUICEAPPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING WITH MICHELLE

Hey Winner, We often blame ourselves when we fall off track, thinking we just don't have the discipline or willpower to stick to a routine. But my guest today, Monica Packer, believes the problem isn't us—it's the methods we're using to build habits in the first place. Monica is a recovering perfectionist, mom of five, and the creator of About Progress, where she guides women to find sustainable growth by embracing progress over perfection. As a coach and podcast host, Monica helps women shift their mindset from rigid, all-or-nothing thinking to a more practical and compassionate approach to personal growth. She's here to share why traditional habit strategies don't work for most women—and what we can do instead to build habits that support us, not break us. I'm so excited for this conversation today, so let's get into it and discover how we can stop blaming ourselves and start making real, sustainable progress. Rooting for you ~ Gabe   LISTEN TO HEAR: Why failing at your habits isn't your fault How to shift from perfectionism to progress The power of flexibility in habit-building LINKS MENTIONED IN EPISODE: Monica's website: https://www.aboutprogress.com Connect with Monica on Instagram: https://instagram.com/aboutprogress CONNECT WITH ME: ➡️ Website: https://redhotmindset.com ➡️ Join the Red Hot Accountability Club: https://redhotmindset.com/rha/ ➡️ Free mini course: Craft Your Marketing Strategy Without Social Media: https://redhotmindset.com/marketing ➡️ Free workshop: 3 pillars to setting and crushing goals in a stress-less, no hustle way https://redhotmindset.com/goals/

We've all been there—caught in a cycle of self-doubt and fear of failure, wondering if we'll ever get to even start. But it doesn't have to be that way! When it comes to perfectionism, many of us picture the typical overachiever striving for unrealistic standards. But what if we told you there's a different side to this story? In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Monica Parker of About Progress to give us excellent and relatable insights about perfectionism.

In this episode of the Goals with Soul Summit, Habit and Identity Coach Monica Packer, dives into the power of flexible habit formation and how it can empower women to achieve their goals without sacrificing their well-being!Key Takeaways:Traditional habit formation methods often don't work for busy women.Consistency doesn't have to mean perfection.Flexible habit formation takes into account real-life interruptions and challenges.We start with a baseline version of your ideal habit and build from there.Prioritize the habits that support you most during challenging seasons.Monica encourages listeners to embrace flexibility and celebrate progress over perfection. She shares her personal experiences and offers practical advice on how to create sustainable habits that fit into your busy life. Join Monica and Kate for this insightful conversation and discover how to make lasting positive changes without feeling overwhelmed!Connect with Monica: WEBSITE | PODCAST | INSTAGRAMStruggling to choose a self-care habit that's right for YOU? Borrow from our Sticky Habit Rainstorm, a brainstorm done for you of supportive habits you can choose from to better care for and feel like your SELF on the regular.---Ready to ditch the overwhelm and create a life that truly lights you up? ✨Join the FREE Goals with Soul Summit, starting July 22nd, and discover how to: Stop overthinking and start taking inspired action Release perfectionism and embrace the messy beauty of growth Ditch the overwhelm and create a sustainable path towards your dreams Implement small, soulful habits that bring you joy and results Shift your mindset from scarcity to abundance and possibility Imagine feeling empowered, focused, and excited about your future. Imagine waking up each day with a clear vision and a plan to make your dreams a reality! That's what the Goals with Soul Summit is all about. And it's waiting for you, friend! Grab your free ticket today to reserve your spot and join a community of incredible women who are ready to make this year their best one yet!⚡ www.goalswithsoulsummit.com ⚡

I'm so excited to welcome Monica Packer back to the podcast! Monica is the amazing CEO and Founder of About Progress, a fantastic community dedicated to self-development and self-acceptance. She's also a habits expert! In this episode, you'll get practical tips that you can start using today to make sure your habits are truly supporting you and helping you create the life you want. Whether you're looking to break some bad habits or build some new, positive ones, this episode is just for you. Let's dive in!Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/330Follow me on Instagram and Tiktok!Links:Monica's Instagram and WebsiteMonica's podcast, About Progress!bicepsafterbabies.com/insider

In this sneak peek of next week's Goals with Soul Summit, we're joined by summit speaker Monica Packer, host of the About Progress Podcast and Habit and Identity Coach, to discuss the power of flexible habit formation!Key Takeaways:Perfectionism and all-or-nothing thinking can hinder goal achievement.Let's redefine consistency to embrace flexibility in your habits.Align your goals with your values and season of life.Embrace progress over perfection and celebrate small wins.Monica encourages listeners to overcome their fears and doubts and embrace the summit's supportive community. This summit is designed to help you create a more sustainable and fulfilling approach to goal setting! Join Kate and Monica in this empowering conversation and discover how to achieve your goals without sacrificing your well-being along the way.Join us for the FREE Goals with Soul Summit starting July 21st at www.goalswithsoulsummit.com!---Photonic is your all-in-one SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Facial Sunscreen and Moisturizer. Perfect for every skin type—oily, acne-prone, sensitive, and everything in between. Photonic—where sun protection meets skin perfection. Visit Blissoma.com to get yours now! ---Ready to ditch the overwhelm and create a life that truly lights you up? ✨Join the FREE Goals with Soul Summit, starting July 22nd, and discover how to: Stop overthinking and start taking inspired action Release perfectionism and embrace the messy beauty of growth Ditch the overwhelm and create a sustainable path towards your dreams Implement small, soulful habits that bring you joy and results Shift your mindset from scarcity to abundance and possibility Imagine feeling empowered, focused, and excited about your future. Imagine waking up each day with a clear vision and a plan to make your dreams a reality! That's what the Goals with Soul Summit is all about. And it's waiting for you, friend! Grab your free ticket today to reserve your spot and join a community of incredible women who are ready to make this year their best one yet!⚡ www.goalswithsoulsummit.com ⚡

Our guest Monica Packer is a normal mom and recovering perfectionist who uncovered the truest model to lasting growth: it's progress made practical. As a podcaster on the show About Progress and coach, she guides women to find sustainable growth by adopting progress over perfection.Today we discuss… Where women go wrong when it comes to habitsThe difference between what you can do on a great day vs. a hard dayBuilding in flexibility when it comes to habitsHow to set a habit baseline and why this is so importantRedefining your definition of consistencyHacking your brain to make “blah” habits funThe ideal versus a small and simple version of your habitAllowing perfectionism to get in your way when it comes to habitsChanging they way you see yourself as you build you personal habitsFor the show notes and all the links mentioned in today's episode, head to secretsofsupermom.com/193.Stay connected!www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram

ARE YOU FEELING STUCK? DO YOU LACK JOY? DOES EVERY DAY OF YOUR LIFE FEEL LIKE IT'S NOT WHAT'S MEANT FOR YOU? DO YOU OFTEN ASK YOURSELF "WHO AM I?" Monica Packer, a former middle school teacher turned certified habits and identity coach, shares her journey of overcoming perfectionism and finding HER again. She discusses the importance of progress over perfection and the power of small steps in creating lasting change. She shares her personal experience of creating a list of things she wanted to try and giving herself permission to be mediocre at them. Through this process, she gained confidence and a deeper sense of identity. HER FREE TRAINING AND "LIFE-CHANGING" LIST YOU NEED TO DO NOW! Takeaways Progress over perfection is key to sustainable personal growth. Removing identity from outcomes allows for greater fulfillment and self-acceptance. Embracing imperfections and small steps leads to lasting change. Courage is needed to believe in a different way and take small actions towards growth. Take action and do something, even if it's not perfect. Give yourself permission to be mediocre and embrace small wins. Explore activities that align with your values and bring you joy. Embrace discomfort and stay open to possibilities. Follow Monica HERE Listen to her podcast HERE Her website HERE ----- Find all of our discount links and codes for brands like Kiwico, Factor Meals, Chomps and MORE HERE ----- If you're loving these episodes, please subscribe and leave a review! Let's Connect: @kaylafassio @tylerfiteclub @habitsyoulove www.habitsyoulove.com *Kayla and Tyler are not mental health professionals. Kayla, Tyler, and Habits You Love is not a substitute or meant to be intended to diagnose, treat, or make medical claims. All content is for informational purposes only backed by Kayla and Tyler's own research. This podcast is brought to you by Cloud10 and iHeart Radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monica Packer is a normal mom and recovering perfectionist who uncovered the truest model to lasting growth: it's progress made practical. As a podcaster and coach, she guides women to find sustainable growth by adopting progress over perfection. Monica is a mom of 5, former middle school teacher, sourdough obsessor, and beginning gardener. You can find more about Monica at aboutprogress.com. Follow us @theanxietychicks @health_anxiety @theanxietyhealer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I Pass the Mic to Monica Packer, host of About Progress podcast and creator of the Sticky Habits Intensive for women. Listen in as Monica shares why habits must be built differently if you're a woman, and some tips for getting started. Episode Sponsor: Green Chef!! Try GreenChef for 50% off plus 20% off your next month with code PRACTICALLY50 Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE Pick up a copy of MY BOOK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if embracing imperfection could lead to your most authentic self? Join us as we sit down with Monica Packer, a mom of five and a recovering perfectionist, who takes us through her deeply personal journey from moving away from an all-or-nothing mindset, revealing the power of small steps and showing up authentically to life's challenges.We also explore practical tips for forming sustainable habits. Traditional habit formation often fails to resonate with women juggling invisible labor and unpredictable schedules. We challenge the notion that consistency means perfection and redefine it as doing your best most of the time. Check out Monica's podcast episode The #1 Reason Why Women MUST Do Habits DifferentlyAbout Progress podcast Instagram: @aboutprogressxoxo,RachelWhere to find me:Instagram: @heyrachelcoonsTikTok: @heyrachelcoonsWhat kind of grocery shopper are you? Take my free quiz Learn how to save hundreds on groceries! Join my FREE live training Check out my grocery savings guide

Today's episode is all about a topic that hits close to home for many of us: revenge bedtime procrastination

Welcome back to Voices of Your Village and today Monica Packer and I got to dive into how to create habits when you're drained and overwhelmed. For me, when it comes to habits, it can feel like, okay, I'm going to do this thing and then I go all in on something and then it feels really overwhelming and it doesn't continue. Or I look at it and I'm like, oh, that sounds great and I'm so spent or beyond my bandwidth that I cannot add another thing in. Even if my current system isn't working, that sometimes even accessing the bandwidth for change feels overwhelming and hard. I love that Monica has broken down specific steps, ways to form habits with little time, low support, limited energy, and how we can form supportive habits without being perfect at them. There was so much room in her approach for fluidity for it not to always look the same because we are in different seasons of life at different times and I love that it makes it feel accessible and achievable and really helps with the like perfection side to feel like okay don't have to be perfect at this for it to be helpful or effective. So without further ado, let's dive into how to create habits when you're drained and overwhelmed with Monica Packer. All right, folks, let's dive in. Connect with Monica: Instagram: instagram.com/aboutprogress Website: https://aboutprogress.com/ Sticky Habit course: aboutprogress.com/stickyhabitmethod Podcast: aboutprogress.com/podcast Connect with us: Instagram: Tiny Humans, Big Emotions (@seed.and.sew) Podcast page: Voices of Your Village Seed and Sew's Regulation Quiz: Take the Quiz Order Tiny Humans, Big Emotions now!  Music by: Bensound Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining me for her second appearance on the show is fellow podcaster, Monica Packer. This conversation is a continuation on the topic of bad habits: today we explore the roots of bad habits and the importance of understanding the underlying reasons for these behaviors. We also discuss the role of support in habit change, how identity influences our habits, practical tools for addressing numbing behaviors and so much more..------------------------------Links Discussed in This EpisodeOrder a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with SimplicitySubstack: Minimalist Moms Podcast NEW EBOOK | Let's Simplify: Newborn + PostpartumPrevious Episode: EP255: Small Shifts (& a More Effective Approach) to Bad HabitsBook: Scarcity Brain by Michael EasterConnect with Monica:InstagramWebsiteEnjoy this Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With SimplicityQuestions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Thanks for listening! For more updates and episodes, visit the website. You may also tune in on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.If you enjoyed today's episode of the Minimalist Moms Podcast, then hit subscribe and share it with your friends!Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Our Sponsors:* Check out Homethreads and use my code minimalist for a great deal: www.homethreads.com* Check out Puro Air : https://getpuroair.com/* Check out Tecovas: https://www.tecovas.com/* Check out undefined and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: undefined* Visit armoire.style/MINIMALIST to get up to 50% off your first month, that's up to $125 OFF! Never worry about what to wear again—try Armoire today!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today's episode, our guest Monica Packer, a leading expert in personal development, introduces her unique "progress model." Get ready for an eye-opening discussion on sustainable growth, breaking free from the "all or nothing lie," and leveraging your intuition to navigate your path to progress.

If you've been stuck on Exploring on the 5 Step Path from Surviving to Thriving, this week's episode is for you! Monica Packer shares how a Do Something List can be a powerful tool for exploring and discovering who you are and what you love. It's a practical push to find fulfillment in your everyday life. It is separate from a goals or resolutions list. It's more about exploration than competition.  Monica is also no stranger to struggles and survival seasons and you will hear how she has learned to navigate those seasons a little more gracefully and find peace with things looking differently when life gets hard. For Monica, the biggest lesson from the Do Something List is that the transformation lies in the process, not the outcome. It's not completing the list that brings fulfillment. It's in the trying that you rediscover who you are, be more of yourself, and experience the trickle-down effect that comes from that. Monica's Tips for a Do Something List Pick a timeframe that this list applies to (for example, the whole year or a season). Start with a lot of reflection on different parts of yourself that you want to bring back and things you want to try or are curious about. Finalize the list based on the things that are right for the season - not paying prices that are too high for the season you are in. It is a push to find time, but not to break you. Start small and in doable ways so you can gently stretch this part of yourself. You can take things off or add things to the list. Start with the funnest thing on your list that also seems doable or something that fits into what you are already doing (like trying new recipes). You don't need to complete your list! Monica never has in the last 8 years. You can get a step-by-step through and more ideas in this week's episode and dive deeper with Monica at: https://www.workinprogressacademy.co/dsl

We're a few weeks into the new year and maybe you are going strong with the habits you wanted to implement for 2024 – amazing, I love that for you! Orrr maybe your intended habits are still staring at you from your Peacefully Productive Planner® pages but haven't been put into action yet.If that's you, it's okay – I've got you! Well, our guest has you, because today I'm chatting with Monica Packer and her approach to habits is going to be refreshing for you to listen to. As a podcaster and coach, she guides women to find sustainable growth by adopting progress over perfection – very Hustle Sanely-aligned!Monica and I are chatting about:~ The biggest obstacle that is keeping someone from showing up for their habits and what to do about it~ The 3 truths that will change how we do habits~ How to use habit stacking to make habits feel like they're part of your life and not just another thing on your to-do list| CONNECT WITH MONICA |Instagram: @aboutprogressWebsite:  http://www.aboutprogress.comIntensive: https://www.workinprogressacademy.co/sticky-habit-intensive

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Monica Packer, a self-recovering Perfectionist, talks about the benefits of not being one. You'll learn: The Perfection model relies on an all or nothing model. The Progression model relies on you doing something. How you'll feel liberated once you let go of perfectionism. We discuss: Your identity is not based upon your outcome./ How to overcome identity crisis. Benefits of non-perfectionism. Let go of control to gain more. Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/ About Progress Podcast: https://aboutprogress.com/podcast-archives/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/aboutprogress/ About Progress website:https://aboutprogress.com/  Free class for women on habit formation: https://workinprogressacademy.mykajabi.com/women-habits-class The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/ Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1 Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

It's time for a podcast swap! Monica Packer of About Progress joins Stacy to talk all about overcoming overwhelm. Monica tackles some practical tips and helps us figure out what really matters, what we can simplify, and what we can just let go. Hear the rest of the conversation over on Monica's podcast where Stacy helps us mentally cope with burnout and overwhelm. Find Monica: AboutProgress.com Instagram.com/aboutprogress Don't forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com! If you haven't yet unlocked ad-free content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions! We also want to give a big thank you to this week's sponsors! Puori.com/WHOLEVIEW | Use code WHOLEVIEW to get 20% off sitewide Indeed.com/WHOLEVIEW | Get a $75 sponsored job credit Nesa's Hemp | Get 25% off your first order Beautycounter.com/StacyToth | Special holiday deals going on now through 12/10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Monica Packer and I give three takeaways about how you can dig into your past and heal from any lingering heartaches that you might have from your childhood, even if you had a really beautiful childhood like I did. For full show notes, including the three takeaways, go to https://3in30podcast.com/299-Let-Go-of-your-Past *** Episode sponsors: Declutter Your Motherhood: An audio course, which helps overwhelmed mothers to simplify their mom-life so they have room for more joy! BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Use the code 3in30 to get 10% off your first month of online therapy! KiwiCo: Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line at kiwico.com/3IN30 *** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices