Podcasts about overscheduling

Kevin Scott and Eric Blumenthal discuss the challenges of fatherhood, emphasizing the importance of community, inner peace, and effective parenting strategies. They explore how decision fatigue, overscheduling, and the need for strong partnerships can impact a father's ability to maintain peace at home. The conversation highlights practical steps dads can take to prioritize their well-being and create a positive environment for their children. Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Community for Dads02:18 Finding Inner Peace as a Parent06:31 The Impact of Overscheduling on Family Life09:20 Managing Tension and Demonstrating Peace12:27 Setting the Tone: Being the Thermostat15:30 Building Strong Partnerships for Peace18:13 Prioritizing What Matters Most21:32 The Power of Presence in ParentingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In MTFS Episode 220, "Plug the Leaks," Dr. Christine Li brings powerful insights from her recent workshop that attracted over 100 participants eager to address their energy drains. Drawing from business coach James Wedmore's "leaky bucket" metaphor, Dr. Li guides listeners through identifying where their energy is escaping and, more importantly, why.The episode reveals common energy leaks such as insufficient sleep, excessive social media use, overcommitment, and people-pleasing behaviors. However, Dr. Li's key revelation is that these issues often stem from a deeper source: lack of self-trust. She explains how building self-trust and following through on commitments can transform energy drains into opportunities for growth and vitality.Through workshop participant examples and practical guidance, Dr. Li demonstrates how listeners can reclaim their power, make better decisions, and create meaningful changes in their lives. The episode includes information about accessing a free worksheet for personal reflection and details about an upcoming five-day challenge focused on decluttering and energizing your home environment.Timestamps:[00:02:23] - Explanation of the metaphor "leaky bucket" as it relates to businesses, schedules, and energy, and the idea of reclaiming energy.[00:03:40] - Workshop insights: Listing examples of energy leaks such as not getting enough sleep, social media scrolling, and overbooking. Attendees identify overlapping themes.[00:04:50] - Transition to tracking energy and caring for it better as part of the healing process.[00:05:21] - Question to attendees: What's blocking you from plugging your energy leak? Responses include procrastination, lack of time or energy, and feeling distracted.[00:06:57] - Importance of mastering clarity, energy, and purpose to enhance productivity and manage schedule better.[00:08:54] - Root cause discussion: Dr. Christine Li identifies lack of self-trust as the central reason for energy leaks and explains its effects on behavior.[00:10:22] - Reflection questions: Where do you need to trust yourself more? And examples of trusting oneself for better outcomes.[00:13:28] - Benefits of self-trust and making commitments to oneself: Creating clarity, boosting energy, and enhancing accomplishments.[00:17:23] - Final reflections: Encouragement to explore solutions, embrace self-improvement, and continue personal development.[00:18:54] - Invitation to worksheets and five-day "Reenergize Your Home" challenge to address energy blocks like clutter.To get the free worksheet that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/leaksTo register for Dr. Li's upcoming 5-Day Challenge (starting March 3rd) called Re-Energize Your Home, click this link: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/spring2025For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!

In this episode of Besties with Breasties Podcast, hosts Sarah & Beth discuss strateties to declutter life and reduce stress. They both share their personal experiences with breast cancer and the challenges of busy modern life. they delve into the significance of managing time, clearing physical and digital clutter, and the importance of setting boundaries in relationships. The episode includes practical tips for minimalism, advice on managing over-scheduled lives, and emphasizes the health benefits of reducing the stress associated with clutters lives and physical spaces. 00:00 Introduction to Besties with Breasties 00:45 Catching Up and Casual Chat 02:21 Today's Topic: Decluttering and De-stressing 03:08 Sponsor Break 03:38 The Impact of Stress 05:04 The Problem with Kids' Sports 10:18 Overscheduling and Its Effects 13:52 Strategies to Reclaim Your Time 15:09 Making Time a Priority 15:39 Boops in the News: Funny Tweets and Stories 19:08 Clearing Clutter: Physical and Digital Spaces 23:33 Cutting Out Toxic Relationships 28:02 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Today on The Social, Canada's ambassador to the U.S. says president-elect Donald Trump's joke is a good sign.  And, Oxford declares ‘brain rot' its word of the year.  Then, in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit, one influencer is suing another for copying her aesthetic.  Plus, Gen Z shares the things they love most about the older generations.  And, Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan are on a “break” after one year of dating.  Then, experts say overscheduling your kids can do more harm than good.  Plus, would you name your baby after a dog?  And, chefs Alvin Leung and Eric Chong showcase the spicy noodle dish, laksa.

This week on The Conservative Woman's Guide, Karin Lips is joined by Timothy Carney, author of Family Unfriendly: How Our Culture Made Raising Kids Much Harder Than It Needs to Be, for an episode on The Conservative Woman's Guide to making our culture more family-friendly. Follow us on Instagram at @enlightenedwomen to join the conversation—and […]

In this episode, Donald delves into the hidden costs of a relentless schedule packed with back-to-back meetings and non-stop demands. Far from a badge of honor, overscheduling can erode your effectiveness as a leader, harm your mental health, and stifle your ability to innovate. Donald discusses the mental strain of constant context switching and how it can lead to burnout and decreased creativity. By prioritizing high-intensity work, embracing rest and recovery, and making time for continuous learning, you can not only survive but thrive as a leader. Tune in to learn how to protect your mental bandwidth, foster innovation, and lead with renewed energy and focus. High Octane Leadership is hosted by The Diversity Movement CEO and executive coach Donald Thompson, is a production of Earfluence and is part of the Living Corporate Network.Order UNDERESTIMATED: A CEO'S UNLIKELY PATH TO SUCCESS, by Donald Thompson.

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The modern instinct with free time is to fill it. Whether in our own lives or in the lives of our children, we imagine that something productive or mindless is the antidote to an uncommitted hour. Middle school teachers Kyle Blackmer and Shane O'Neill encourage us to think differently. This week on HeightsCast, the duo shares practical reasons and methods for protecting our family's free time, which helps to cultivate interests, relationships, and the wellbeing of the whole person. They speak especially to our role as parents, teachers, and coaches: to clear the way of obstacles and model our own good use of free time. Chapters: 3:27 Good free time 5:33 Role of parents in a child's freetime: not entertaining but spreading a feast 7:34 Sunday as the day of rest 10:03 Leisure not as a thing “to do” 12:17 The Sabbath and sports 17:10 Overscheduling as an obstacle 22:42 Wasting time vs. free time 25:57 Cultivating interests, fostering friendships 30:53 Consumerism as an obstacle 35:20 Why free time is ultimately valuable 42:06 Modeling healthy free time Links: Leisure: The Basis of Culture by Josef Pieper Also on the Forum: Leisure and Acedia: Contemplative Homes in a Frenetic Age featuring R. J. Snell A Summer Fully Alive by Nate Gadiano What Is the Difference between Free Time and Leisure? by Joseph Bissex Friendship for the 21st Century Boy featuring Alvaro de Vicente

Ever feel stressed from having too much to do, or wish you had more time in the day to get things done? Time management consultant Helene Segura brings you simple yet mind-bending productivity tips to help you become more efficient at work so you can have a life outside of it. The author of two Amazon best-selling books, Helene Segura has been the featured productivity expert in over 100 media interviews including publications such as US News and World Report and Money Magazine, as well as on Fox, CBS, ABC and NBC affiliates. By day, Helene presents keynotes and trainings as The Inefficiency Assassin and teaches audiences and clients how to slay wasted time. By night (and on weekends), she's a devout cheese eater, a recipe experimenter, and a travel junkie. If you blink, you might miss her sneaking adult beverages onto the lawn bowling court. For more tips or to connect with Helene, visit http://www.HeleneSegura.com.

Tales From The Lane Podcast: Making Space for What Matters Welcome back to another episode of the Tales From The Lane Podcast with your host, Kate Kayaian. Join Kate as she discusses the pitfalls and importance of carving out space in our busy lives for what truly matters. In this thought-provoking episode, Kate reflects on the importance of strategically slowing down, prioritizing, and making room for the things that bring us joy and fulfillment. Drawing on personal anecdotes and insights from Cal Newport's latest book, Slow Productivity, Kate offers practical strategies for reclaiming your time and creating a life that aligns with your values. Key Takeaways: Reevaluating priorities and making intentional choices Embracing a slower pace to enhance productivity and creativity Letting go of the hustle culture and finding balance in life Identifying areas where space can be created for meaningful activities Transforming busy schedules into purposeful living   Download your free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide. or your (also free!) 10 Habits for Successful Artists Guide Book a free 30-minute discovery call with Kate.   If you enjoyed today's episode, please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review, and share it with your friends!  Want more Tales From The Lane content? Check out the TFTL Blog, with 6+ years of past articles and interviews!  Let's hang out! IG: https://www.instagram.com/kkayaian FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Talesfromthelane Twitter: https://twitter.com/kkayaianwright Website: KateKayaian.com

If you have been paying attention to our social media, you know my (Ellyn's ) crocuses have had a rough spring. They're doing much better now. Make sure to fan our social pages so that you never miss any of the fun.On to today's episode:We've all heard them. We've all done some or all of them.Over indulgence, inconsistent discipline, helicopter parenting..and the list goes on and on. It is easy to fall into the trap of some these common parenting fails. Our kids are so cute. Maybe just one more toy will be fine. And one more, and one more. Before you know it you have a house full of toys and a spoiled child. Recognizing these common parenting fails early can save a lot of problems down the road. Our kids will be better for our restraint.Today we discussed a few of our own failings in these areas and what we did about it to get back on track. Too often you don't see it until we are in the thick of it and see our kids demanding more and more. Oops. Parenting fail. I know I've been there quite a number of times as my big kids have grown up. It is hard to see until you're there.Have you heard our episode about fostering independence in your kids? Check that out HERETranscriptRecapOverindulging children can create unrealistic expectations and entitlement.Comparing your child to others can lead to unnecessary pressure and dissatisfaction.Helicopter parenting can hinder a child's independence and problem-solving skills.Inconsistent discipline can confuse children and undermine authority.Avoid judging other parents and focus on your own parenting journey.Overscheduling can lead to stress and limited quality time with children.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:21 Overindulgence01:20 Comparisons03:07 Inconsistent Discipline04:06 Judgment04:16 Inconsistent Discipline (continued)08:12 Helicopter Parenting (continued)09:38 Inconsistent Discipline (continued)13:55 Inconsistent Discipline (continued)21:08 Conclusion

What overscheduling your kids does to their mental health. Grateful Friday! Tell us what little and big things are going on in your life. How spending time with your dog is good for you.

In the life of a working mom, overscheduling can often be compared to trying to fit a hundred puzzle pieces into a fifty-piece puzzle. It's an everyday dilemma that leaves many of us feeling stretched to the limit. The truth is that overscheduling becomes evident when there's hardly a moment to catch your breath, let alone savor the precious time with your loved ones. The result? Stress, exhaustion, and a sense that life is slipping away while you're frantically trying to keep up. This week on The CPA MOMS Podcast we discuss the overwhelming juggling act, understanding what's behind overscheduling, and how to stop overscheduling. You can read the full show notes HERE

Not only during the holiday season, but in every season, is the urge to fill our time to the brim. It is great to be productive, but when does it go too far? Listen in as we talk about what it may look like once you cross the path of being an "overscheduler". Episodes will be posted Weekly on Tuesdays. Find us on Instagram and Facebook @fateresilience! Message us your questions and we would love to feature those in future episodes; fateresilience@gmail.com

What does your time management practice look like? Maybe you aren't a fan of scheduling anything at all. However, examining how you schedule your time gives you the data you need to make the tweaks that ultimately allow you to be efficient and effective, even if the seasons of your life change, and this process is the perfect starting place.   Hear what's driving the habit of underscheduling, overscheduling, and not scheduling your downtime. I'm highlighting the consequences of each type of behavior, and small tweaks you can begin implementing to create flexibility, protect your time, improve your work, and reduce stress.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.mckoolcoaching.com/podcast/underscheduling-overscheduling   Podcast listeners can join my coaching program and get $500 until January 5th! Sign up for your free consultation to learn how my program can help you change what you are struggling with and achieve your goals here: mckoolcoaching.as.me/consult-podcast-listener

Welcome back to "Parenting the Intensity!"For today's episode. We have a special guest joining us, Keri Cooper, a therapist who specializes in working with children and adolescents.In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the amazing Keri Cooper, a therapist who specializes in working with children and teens. Keri dropped some serious knowledge bombs about the importance of focusing on foundational elements for stable moods and overall well-being. From hydration and healthy eating to setting boundaries and practicing mindfulness, we covered it all.We also delved into the struggles of finding balance in our children's busy schedules and the importance of prioritizing self-care for both parents and kids. Keri even shared some practical tips and strategies from her workbook that can help you and your child implement healthy habits and navigate those intense moments with grace.We also tackled how to get kids on board with eating their veggies and introducing mindfulness into their daily routine. You won't want to miss Keri's expert advice on these topics!1. Prioritize Foundation Elements: Keri emphasizes the importance of focusing on foundational elements for stable mood and overall well-being. These include physical aspects like hydration, food, sleep, exercise, and meditation, as well as mental aspects such as independence, boundaries, and healthy ways of dealing with disappointment. By prioritizing these elements, both parents and children can lay the groundwork for better mental health and navigate challenges more effectively.2. Model Healthy Habits: As parents, we have a powerful influence on our children's habits and behaviors. By leading by example and practicing what we preach, we can inspire our kids to follow suit. Whether it's eating well, staying hydrated, or practicing mindfulness, our actions speak louder than words. Let's be role models for our little ones and create a healthier, happier future for our families.3. Build Supportive Communities: Anouk and Keri both stress the importance of seeking support and building a community of like-minded parents. Parenting can be challenging, and having a support system can make a significant difference. Whether it's joining online groups, seeking guidance from therapists or experts, or simply connecting with other parents, building a support network can provide valuable resources, advice, and a sense of belonging."And it wasn't until 10 years into my career that through my own daughter with a dairy insensitivity that massively impacted her mood when she was young, did I realize We need to look past just the symptoms."Where to find KeriWebsite Keri Cooper Holistic TherapyFacebookInstagramBooks : Mental Health Uncensored and Mental Health Uncensored Teen WorkbookShow notes and transcript of the episode over hereMake sure to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes and leave a rating and review, that helps us get in front of more parents. Don't forget to check out the resources mentioned on our website at www.parentingtheintensity.caJoin the "Parenting the Intensity Community" to find the right things that works for YOUR child and adapt them to YOUR reality.To be able to enjoy your life and kids, not always being afraid of the next outburstTake a deep breath, keep going, we're all in this together!Music by Oleksii Kaplunskyi from Pixabay

Here we talk about how it is okay to say no to things if your plate is already feeling full.

We begin the second hour of this Monday with the Radd Report with Kate Raddatz talking about how much is too much when scheduling our children and how stressful are weddings when you are a part of one. Then we talked to one of our many great radio news anchors here at WCCO, Laura Oakes at the Fair about pets in college and an interesting photo Jason came across on Twitter/X.

 It's “Back to School” time for the vast majority of students, but what if your children are stressed or afraid to be in a classroom again? How do you handle their fears as a parent? According to parenting expert Susan Stiffelman, your children may actually be your greatest teacher.  The very behaviors that push every parent's buttons, can actually be used to help them build awareness and shed old patterns, allowing them to raise their children with ease and enjoyment. Listen today as Susan shares practical advice and exercises from her book, “Parenting with Presence.” Susan Stiffelman, MFT, is an internationally respected parent educator, therapist, author, and parenting expert. She is the Huffington Post's weekly parenting advice columnist (Parent Coach) and the author of “Parenting Without Power Struggles.” Her latest book is “Parenting with Presence: Practices for Raising Conscious, Confident, Caring Kids.” Info: SusanStiffelman.com

It's “Back to School” time for the vast majority of students, but what if your children are stressed or afraid to be in a classroom again? How do you handle their fears as a parent? According to parenting expert Susan Stiffelman, your children may actually be your greatest teacher.  The very behaviors that push every parent's buttons, can actually be used to help them build awareness and shed old patterns, allowing them to raise their children with ease and enjoyment. Listen today as Susan shares practical advice and exercises from her book, “Parenting with Presence.” Susan Stiffelman, MFT, is an internationally respected parent educator, therapist, author, and parenting expert. She is the Huffington Post's weekly parenting advice columnist (Parent Coach) and the author of “Parenting Without Power Struggles.” Her latest book is “Parenting with Presence: Practices for Raising Conscious, Confident, Caring Kids.” Info: SusanStiffelman.com. 

In this week's episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline kick off their summer success series with a topic that resonates with parents everywhere: the pressure to constantly keep our kids busy with academics and activities. This generation of parents is the most stressed out of all the previous generations because of this pressure. But what if we told you there's another way?Join us as we explore the importance of relaxing worries' grip on us and letting our children simply be kids during the summer months. There is definitely a negative impact of over-scheduling and major benefits to allowing children to experience unstructured play and downtime.There is this societal expectation that we parents often fall into that drives us to prioritize activities, activities, and activities above all else, which takes a major toll on us and our kids.  We need to debunk this myth that constant productivity and busyness lead to success, and instead, explore the invaluable lessons children can learn from free play and independent exploration.Don't miss out on this refreshing conversation. Let's challenge the status quo, embrace the beauty of simplicity, and rediscover the joy of childhood. Get ready to let go, relax, let your kids be kids, and create a summer filled with memories, laughter, and genuine connection with your children.  And, be sure to check out Caroline's article on the Downsides of Overscheduling & Power of Unstructured Play ( https://korupsychology.ca/downsides-of-over-scheduling/)Enjoying the show? Help us out by rating us on Apple! https://apple.co/3du8mPK Follow us on Twitter @POTYPodcast and be sure to join our Facebook Community! Access resources, get support from other parents, and ask Caroline and Andrew your questions! https://www.facebook.com/groups/674563503855526

I spent time out on a boat with friends yesterday and had an A-HA moment about our schedules, and our overscheduled lives! Tune in for more! To connect: FB: https://www.facebook.com/WellWomenCoaching IG:https://www.instagram.com/wellwomencoaching/ Web: https://wellwomencoaching.com/home  To send me a Facebook Message: m.me/kirstiewilson.  Email:  support@WellWomenCoaching.com To join my private Facebook group CLICK HERETo schedule a weight loss coaching strategy call CLICK HERE    

How many times have you put too much on your plate? Are you guilty of the rushy-rushy crime? Steph talks about how a class pizza party was too dang much while Vanessa gives you permission to take a pause and slow the F down. They also reveal their truths about summer camps, activities outside the home, saying no to playdates and birthday parties. Vanessa talks about this article and a great resource from Amy Slenker-Smith on overscheduling. P.S. If you watch the video, WHERE IS STEPH?! DISCLAIMER: This podcast has mature language and content. Moms ears only — don't have this one on with your kids in the room. These are our opinions and experiences as moms, take what you like, or leave it. Don't be thinking we're telling you what to do. Seek professionals, do your research, and call the experts for help. CREDITS: This episode was edited by the geriatric millennial, your co-host, Vanessa Anderson Music by our kids' brilliant piano teacher, John-William Gambrell Art by the creative genius Farron Sanders of FiGS ideation Design FOLLOW US: realmotherfuckerspodcast Vanessa Anderson Stephanie Jucar Cooley WE PERSONALLY USE AND LOVE OUR SPONSORS: Sage Yoga Studios White Barn Wagyu Hay & Cattle --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realmotherfuckers/support

This week on the podcast I want to talk to you about overscheduling and we're going to cover:What is it?Why do we do it?How do you stop overscheduling?If you follow me on Instagram, you'll remember that I talked about this a few weeks ago!First, what is overscheduling? Overscheduling is when you over-schedule, you put more things on your calendar than you can realistically manage and execute. This might look like having every single hour from the time you wake up to when you go to bed planned with zero buffers or downtime. It can also look like planning to get things done on your calendar that you know very well based on previous experience, you won't be able to get done but you do it anyway. For example, a few weeks ago I was in Amsterdam for a client project. I've been self-employed for over 10 years and for the first 7 years I traveled a lot. I was traveling 3 out of 4 weeks a month. Sometimes solo and sometimes with another person or a group of people. Some client projects had longer days than others. Some days would be 4 hours and some days would be 12 hours.In the past when I traveled I would over schedule myself even though I realistically knew that I wouldn't have a lot of time or energy before or after client work because I would need to sleep and eat, and if I was traveling internationally include potential jet lag. Plus, days that I'm traveling for client work I expend a lot more of my energy due to the type of work I was doing.But in addition to client work, I would schedule a workout every morning, then plan to write podcast content, maybe sometimes record an episode, write training content, and a possibly even sales page. While also working for the client.What would happen is I would be able to get in at least one workout, I would start writing training content, I would start a podcast outline but never record and never finish anything. This would cause me to feel even more drained because I was starting something but not closing a loop and also frustrated with myself because I would have to reschedule what I didn't get done which pushed other things back.  Over time, I lacked belief in my ability to get things done. I was trying to cram so many things on my schedule when realistically I knew that it didn't make sense based on past experiences and not being able to get all those things done. Doing this added a lot of thought drama to my day.Take for example, you wake up and you're tired from jet lag but in your mind you're thinking “Well I said I was going to go work out, I brought work out clothes, I should work out, but I'm so tired. I have to figure out what workout I'm going to do, then shower and get ready…” I'd go round and round with myself. I know personally for me I simply do not workout as much when I travel as I do when I'm at home. Fast forward to today…rather than trying to force myself to workout just as much while traveling, I accept it and aim to do it once or twice while traveling vs every day like at home.  I think there are a few reasons why we might over schedule. 1. Feeling like we must be productive all the time / fear of falling behindIf you're not used to having white space in your calendar you may feel like you have to fill every single space and if you don't there is this fear or thought of falling behind.2. We are curious to see how much we can expand our capacity to getting as much done as we possibly can. We're optimistic about what we can accomplish. This might be a learned behavior. I was talking to my husband about this. I am someone who in general probably over schedules simply because I want to see how much I can take on and expand my threshold. The question is why do I do this? When I thought about it, two things came up…1. I've always been someone who was involved in almost everything as a child, too much at a time and so it is what I know. 2. It is what I'm wired to know. It is who I am. And so if this is you, I'm going to share a few things in this episode that I believe will help you. Here are a few different things to try to help you not overschedule:Start small by practicing small amounts of white space on your calendar and start to experience the benefits of not over scheduling.Rather than saying YES in the moment, pause, take space, tell whoever is asking you a question about your time that you'll “check your calendar and get back to them.”If you're in the habit of saying YES to a lot of things, feel through the urge of not saying YES on default.If you still feel like you need to get everything done that leads to overscheduling, then there might be an opportunity to ask yourself, “What are my priorities? What matters most to me?”It could also be a great time to see if there is anything that is on your calendar that needs to get done, and can be outsourced to free up your time. I'll share some ways to identify outsourcing opportunities in an upcoming episode. That's all for this week, friend. Come hang out with me on Instagram @attentionaudit and if you haven't already please make sure to leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts!Take care and have a great week!

Habits and rituals, two seemingly different words, but really tied very closely together, one just holds a little more power than the other.The word "ritual" can make some people cringe.  It can take your mind all sorts of places, but in this episode I invite you to consider looking at the word slightly differently.Whether your in the "habits" camp or the "rituals" camp, or possibly even both camps, like I am, one thing is certain, being intentional about your habits is crucial in keeping exhaustion, overwhelm and burnout at bay.  Find out what "ritual" really means, and why it's not just a word for worshiping something.--------------------------------Grab the full show notes and resources at www.cairnyogawellness.com/podcast73 and subscribe and listen wherever you catch your podcasts: 

Overscheduling yourself can wreak havoc on your health and relationships. Even Jesus stepped away from the demands of His earthly ministry to rest and restore in the presence of the Father. Taking needed downtime is not a luxury or laziness; rest is necessary to being efficient and effective and avoid burnout.  

Week 2 of caffeine free Heather!  It's been a rough week.  On top of it all, Heather accidentally overscheduled Baker, thus resulting in meltdown city.   Don't forget to pick up your I Can't Mom Today merch here!: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=25699

Do you find yourself doing more and more and more even when you feel exhausted and you just want to say no or secretly be rescued? 
 This week I'm sharing why and how I've learned to slow down, create balance, and have my own back as I thrive though my still busy schedule on a daily and weekly basis. I'm also making you an offer that will change you life - listen in to overcome your over scheduling and simplify your life to reclaim your time, energy and mind with this week's tips and tools. Simplify your life and goals while releasing stress with this unique 3 step process: https://www.thrivearena.com/thrive-in-five Email info@thrivearena.com to schedule your consultation and to see how simple it can be to thrive in your life with balance, minus the stress and overwhelm.

Do you have a child in your life that just doesn't seem to care about anything? In a post-pandemic world, we're seeing children and adults alike struggling to regain the motivation they once had. This is particularly challenging for the students who have learning differences and have been trying to catch up. Today, we welcome back Dr. Ellen Braaten, author of the bestseller Bright Kids Who Can't Keep Up and an upcoming release Bright Kids Who Couldn't Care Less, which is the topic of today's discussion. Oftentimes, kids are very bright but they just don't seem to care. Dr. Braaten discusses how to meet kids where they are, set goals, and maintain motivation.   Show Notes: [2:08] - Welcome back, Dr. Braaten! A previous episode featuring Dr. Braaten is one of the podcast's most popular conversations. [3:34] - Motivation has become a struggle for kids and adults alike since the pandemic. [4:56] - Motivation is the reason behind the things we do. It varies for everyone. [6:01] - There are three parts of motivation: initiation, persistence, and intensity. [7:17] - There is some overlap with executive functioning skills and ADHD. [8:59] - The focus on catching up at school has negatively impacted motivation. Kids need to do the things that bring them joy. [10:30] - “Understanding is the foundation of hopefulness.” [11:03] - Dr. Braaten lists some of the things to consider in your own child. [12:36] - Kids can be good at something but might not enjoy doing it. Parental and societal expectations play a huge role in motivation. [14:35] - Make sure life includes the things that they love. [16:17] - Observe behavior and character in different environments. [18:10] - Practicing is more about being deliberate rather than rote drills. [19:27] - As adults, we need to realize the things that individuals need to do to be motivated. Overscheduling impedes joy. [21:30] - Overscheduling is a huge problem. Kids need rest that isn't just sleeping. [22:23] - Sometimes the goal needs to be to take a step back. [23:50] - Meet your child where they are. [25:33] - Involve your child in these conversations. [27:41] - Imagining the future is a powerful motivational tool. [29:19] - Connect the things that they're doing and focusing on to their future. [32:41] - It is challenging to go from one thing to another, especially at a young age. [33:38] - What are the red flags to look for and what should you do about them? [35:40] - Depression can attribute to lack of motivation. [36:33] - You can pre-order Dr. Braaten's new book, Bright Kids Who Couldn't Care Less.   About Our Guest: Dr. Ellen Braaten is the founder and executive director of the Learning and Emotional Assessment Program (LEAP) at Massachusetts General Hospital, the Kessler Family Endowed Chair in Pediatric Neuropsychological Assessment, and associate professor at Harvard Medical School. She is widely recognized as an expert in the field of pediatric neuropsychological assessment, particularly in the areas of learning disabilities and attentional disorders. She has published numerous papers, chapters, and reviews on topics related to ADHD, learning disorders, child psychopathology, processing speed, and intelligence, and written and edited numerous books for parents and professionals, including the bestseller Bright Kids Who Can't Keep Up and her newest book, Bright Kids Who Couldn't Care Less. Dr. Braaten has a strong interest in educating the public on topics related to child mental health. She maintains an active speaking schedule and contributes regularly to local and national news outlets such as NBC and the New York Times. She received her PhD in Psychology at Colorado State University and completed her psychology internship and post-doctoral fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School.   Connect with Dr. Ellen Braaten: Website   Links and Related Resources: Bright Kids Who Couldn't Care Less by Dr. Ellen Braaten Episode 53: Understanding Depression in Children and Teens with Dr. Dorie Weiss Episode 67: Your Child's Anxiety - When to Worry with Dr. John Piacentini Anxiety and Depression in Adolescents Episode 61: Slow Processing Speed with Dr. Ellen Braaten Find a Provider/School Need Some Guidance? Book a Consultation   Join our email list so that you can receive information about upcoming webinars - ChildNEXUS.com The Diverse Thinking Different Learning podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are not considered treatment and do not necessarily reflect those of ChildNEXUS, Inc or the host, Dr. Karen Wilson.

This episode is for all of the people-pleasers and chronic over-schedulers out there. Yes, if you are a high achiever, this is probably you! We are here to discuss the importance of saying "no" and provide a quick tip to help you decide when saying no is the right decision. Using this tip will help you avoid feeling exhausted and stretched thin and instead allow you to focus on what brings value to your #1, YOU! * Text us!: https://my.community.com/paigearianne* For Feel Good Friday text us FEELGOOD* For Mindset Monday text us MINDSET* Text us PODSQUAD with your questions

We all fall victim to overscheduling. Whether it's our work calendar or scheduling every facet of our personal lives (and our kids!), it's all too common to look up after a few weeks and wonder where the time went. In this episode, we talk about how some of the greatest magic happens when schedules go awry and how less planning and scheduling can often be the best medicine.

In many quarters of contemporary society, busy-ness has become a sort of cliche greeting. To the question “How are you?”, the response, “So busy,” is often automatic. To borrow the words of Dr. R.J. Snell, many of us are conspicuously busy; and we wear our busy-ness as a sort of badge of honor, rooting our worth in our work. In last week's episode, we talked with Dr. Snell about work and acedia. This week, we round out that episode with a discussion of what is ultimately the point of work, namely leisure. While we may often think of leisure as ordered toward work—we rest so that we may work more—Dr. Snell explains how the reverse is nearer the truth, not only etymologically but also metaphysically. Work is for the sake of leisure, as instrumental goods are for the sake of intrinsic goods. As you'll hear, if we take the Eucharistic feast seriously on Sunday, then the rest of our days will be caught up into that Eucharastic feast. Monday will be different, for though we may be just as busy as before, our activity will no longer be so frenetic. It may even take on the mysterious rhythm of a divine dance. 0:20 Relationship between leisure and acedia  0:35 Acedia as frenetic busy-ness  1:05 Total work and workaholism 1:44 School as leisure 2:30 Leisure is not an absence of activity   3:02 Sabbath work and goods for their own sake 5:04 Modern education and its discontents  5:52 Education as the feast 6:35 Mistake 1: Not respecting students as sovereign knowers 7:56 Mistake 2: Olympian vision of education 10:55 Overscheduling as a form of acedia 12:05 Conspicuous busy-ness 12:45 A culture of having and doing, rather than being 13:35 Sin as loving a lower good at the expense of a higher good 14:40 Sloth as a flattening of the Sabbath 14:56 Where do we begin? 15:40 Suggestions for the Sabbath 17:00 Sabbath overflowing into the work week 17:30 A Eucharistic life 18:25 Another sort of leisure 18:50 Leisure and contemplation in the work-a-day world 19:20 Living in and approving of the good 20:11 Dance as contemplation 21:53 Backyard sports as contemplation 23:50 A good question for conversation 24:10 What can we do to enjoy our time with each other more? 24:25 Catching the little foxes  Also on The Forum  Work and Acedia: R.J. Snell on Our Original Vocation with R.J. Snell OptimalWork series with Kevin Majeres  What Is the Difference between Free Time and Leisure? by Joe Bissex Additional Resources  Leisure: The Basis of Culture by Josef Pieper In Tune with the World by Josef Pieper Portsmouth Institute  Family, Leisure, and the Restoration of Culture by R.J. Snell Acedia and Its Discontents: Metaphysical Boredom in an Empire of Desire by R.J. Snell Summa Theologiae, II.2.35: Sloth by St. Thomas Aquinas 

How many times have you ended the week feeling like you got nothing done? Perhaps it feels like there's just too much on your plate… but I'm going to give you a bit of tough love and say, who put all those things on your plate? I know it's a tough pill and I promise I mean well - in fact, I struggle with adding more than I can handle to my own plate at times as well. I think it comes with the territory of being an ambitious online entrepreneur LOL.Thankfully, there is a little hack that'll help you stop overscheduling yourself and only assigning the right amount of tasks to your daily schedule. And this little hack comes in the form of two questions for you to answer. Tune in to this episode to learn what two questions you'll need to answer to stop yourself from overscheduling.Get the full show notes and more info at: www.cheerstoblogging.com/13Connect with Lucy: Website | FB Group | Instagram | Free Weekly Planning Guide

Do you feel like you're chasing your tail? Ever wonder when you'll be able to catch up to yourself? Overscheduling is a common issue among entrepreneurs. It's time to pause and make a few changes for more balance and joy. In this Women Developing Brilliance® — The Spirit of Business episode, you will learn: ✨ 4 ways you most likely fail at time management ✨ Reasons why you overschedule and the common issues behind them ✨ What to do to start shifting your patterns and start experiencing creativity and flow “Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.” — Lao Tzu More on Kc: Kc Rossi is a Business & Leadership Coach who helps mission-driven CEOs and entrepreneurs optimize their performance, productivity, and profits. She's been a full-time entrepreneur since 1991 and has built six and 7+ figure businesses. Kc is a Certified Mindset Coach, Emotional Intelligence Practitioner, and trained in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, which allows her to bring deep insight to her coaching. Kc is the Founder of The Soulprint Method®, a holistic approach that harnesses mindset and emotional intelligence to build a profitable and soul-aligned business without burnout. She is the host of Women Developing Brilliance® — The Spirit of Business; a show dedicated to cultivating confidence, increasing visibility, elevating vibration, and leading with purpose. When she is offline, you can find her whipping up plant-based eats or hiking the Finger Lakes Trail in Upstate, New York. Kc is an Executive Contributor of Brainz Magazine. Her work has been highlighted in ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, Thrive Global, SmallBizDaily, International Journal of Professional Holistic Aromatherapists, Female Entrepreneurial Association, and The Smart Girl Tribe. Book a complimentary Strategy Session with Kc here. Listener Feedback: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Incredible and valuable podcast! “This podcast is jam-packed with value! I love the takeaways and applicable info. Keep it up!” - Chelssizzle from the United States Coaching Drawing Deets Take a moment to review the show by clicking here. Each month, I'll pick 1 lucky winner from those that have reviewed the show that month and gift a 20-minute laser-coaching session with me! Please take a screenshot and email it to me so I have your perfect contact info for the drawing. Thank you!

Are you an overambitious scheduler and a producitivty geek constantly trying to get more efficient, fit more in your schedule, and keep doing more and more? What if I told you that's counterproductive in itself.In today's episode, I share the 1 question we must ask ourselves to be more mindfully productive. For more such insights straight in your inbox, subscribe to our weekly Meraklis Musings here: https://www.beingmeraklis.com/subscribe See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In Episode 37, Sara and Kyle, LPCs, discuss the temptation of filling our kid's lives with activities. It is so easy to over schedule their summer and school year with “good” things to do. Why are we afraid to be bored and how can embracing boredom make families stronger and closer? View the full transcript at: https://www.parentinglegacy.com/are-we-bored-yet-the-lure-of-overscheduling-and-the-power-of-boredom Visit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey. Podcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.com Resource Website: https://www.parentinglegacy.com Video Courses: https://parenting-legacy.newzenler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parentinglegacycounseling Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parentinglegacy The Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

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On Episode 55 of Outside The Studio Many of the healing practices we know and love today are ancient and multicultural. There is also lots we don't know. Today's episode is about reclaiming ancient wellness practices, honoring them, and memorializing them. Jovanka Ciares joins Tessa to discuss how to reclaim our ancestors wellness practices to treat our body as a gift. The explore the healing power of music and dance, the culture of ubuntu, the cost of stigmatizing cannabis, and the timeless components of healing. Ultimately, the core message is to discover how you are the medicine and your power to clease your mind and soul. Jovanka Ciares is a wellness expert, detox specialist, and nutrition educator. She is the author of Reclaiming Wellness: Ancient Wisdom for Your Healthy, Happy, and Beautiful Life. Timestamps (00:00) Who is Jovanka Ciares? (01:29) Healing through music and dance (is music a great equalizer?) (09:14) Ubuntu: the need to come together as a community (12:33) What is ubuntu? (14:28) Healing practices you'll be surprised to know are 1000s of years old (17:15) Water, oil, and heat: timeless components of healing (19:27) Overscheduling yourself: how to make healing a regular part of your busy life. (25:03) How cannabis can help you heal (and why we need to remove the stigma) (31:50) Yoga instructors: Decolonizing the mind and insisting that you belong (36:50) Having routines that vary from season to season (39:31) How do we talk about obesity without fat-shaming? (46:20) You are the medicine 4 Key Takeaways 1. You have the power to heal yourself. Before you get to a point where your body is falling apart, you have the power to heal yourself and restore balance in your body. You are the medicine. 2. Music is an incredible tool for healing. Music allows you to be with others even when you are physically alone. When listening to music, you're in the company of people who recorded these songs. 3. Make self-care an intentional part of your day. Even busy people can do this. You don't have to spend lots of time on a self-care routine. You can start by blocking off a 15-minute time slot dedicated to self-care every day. 4. The stigma around cannabis leads to people struggling needlessly. Cannabis can alleviate many of our pains and our societal understanding of it needs to be reformed. The stigma around cannabis is based on an outdated and incorrect understanding of its effects. Links Reclaiming Wellness: Ancient Wisdom for Your Healthy, Happy, and Beautiful Life by Jovanka Ciares https://www.jovankaciares.com/reclaiming-wellness-book/ Sweet Potato Soul Cookbook: https://sweetpotatosoul.com/sweet-potato-soul-cookbook/ Connect With Jovanka Ciares: Website: https://www.jovankaciares.com/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/jovankaciares Twitter: https://twitter.com/jovankaciares Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jovankaciares Connect With Tessa Tovar: Website: https://tessatovar.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessa-tovar-baa27613 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/TBenedicktus

        Episode #3: How to Get Rid of Mental Exhaustion   So many things in our daily lives today can lead to feelings of overwhelm and exhaustion. Here, Dr. Prianca discusses the most common factors contributing to these feelings and their antidotes. What you will learn: Common energy suckers How to care for yourself The importance of self-love To get started on getting out of survival mode and into your best life, book a 30-minute consultation call with Coach Prianca Naik, MD: www.priancanaikmdcoaching.as.me   Follow her on social media: https://www.facebook.com/prianca.naik https://www.instagram.com/stresscleansemd https://www.linkedin.com/in/prianca-naik-md-0524a196/   Join my FREE Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/646992382603860     [FULL TRANSCRIPT BELOW:] Hello! Thank you for joining me. I'm so glad you're here!   Today I want to talk about not wasting our precious energy.   Do you ever feel like you're totally drained and depleted?   You're exhausted and have a hard time prioritizing yourself. Like you're losing yourself?   Well, work is hard. being a mother is hard.   Take both of those Combine them together, and it is pretty damn trying!   Because being a mother is common/so many women are moms, maybe it seems like an ordinary job. But it is far from that as we know and we don't get enough credit or gratitude!   Because so many women are mothers, maybe it seems like it should be easy or we should be nonchalant about it, but in fact it's a lot of pressure. In this day and age with the internet and freely flowing information, standards are a lot higher than when our parents were rearing us.   Raising and nurturing children is one of the most important jobs in this world and yet we do it along with an income producing job.   Some mornings I find myself asking myself why do I feel so exhausted? And then I realize well, it's life:life can be exhausting.   So Why do we feel exhausted? Here are some reasons: 1) We want to be everything to everyone. 2) We put the needs of others in front of our own. 3) Perhaps we have a draining job and it bleeds into home life. 4) We may have a difficult spouse, boss, or parent. 5) We fail to care for ourselves. 6) We are going through a major life transition (moving, job change, divorce, pregnancy, or new child).   Yes, life can be tough. But we are fucking fierce. We can do hard things! Think of all that you've achieved up until now. Take a minute to write it down 5 hard things you've done in the past year and celebrate it. This will give you a boost!   Now I want to dive into Solutions to the 5 problems I mentioned   Issue number one-Being everything to everyone   But we just can't. I want you to absorb that one. We have to pick our priorities (lets say we decide: partner and kids) And even when we want to help them, we must take care of and love ourselves in order to have energy to do so. Self-care-there's a buzzword. I want to address self-care here bc spa days/massages/bubble baths are all good and well But there's so much more to self-care than that. The way to truly give to oneself is through mind management and self love. In terms of managing the mind, shifting how we see the world Is critical. When something bad happens ask yourself, how is the situation serving me how is the situation propelling me in the right direction to where I want to go. Even though the tough time or bad news may not seem helpful at all. Issue number 2 we put the needs of others in front of our own…the solution to this is loving ourselves and getting rid of people-pleasing which I'll address in episode 4. Self-love. There's a concept. It's funny; I have two children under the age of 5 and they love themselves so much. It's remarkable. My baby loves seeing herself in the mirror. My 4 year old is so proud of himself. I believe we are born loving ourselves. Unfornately, life circumstances, high standards, not good enoughness are often shoved down our throats in our childhoods. And self-love seems like such a stretch.   I read a book called Love Yourself Like Your Life depends on It by Kamal Ravikant and it changed my life. He talks about loving ourselves in whatever way that means. How about having respect and love for ourselves to not allow people to talk to us in a demeaning way? I realized that self-love is a key to fulfillment and happiness. I will dive deeper into this in a future episode, but for now I will say as unnatural as it may feel, we must embrace ourselves for who we are and love ourselves unconditionally as we would our own children. I challenge you to hold your hand on your chest and tell yourself “I love myself” practice this every day and see how you feel. You must practice, because unfortunately self-love as an adult no longer comes naturally. We can take a cue from our young children. The more we practice, the more natural it will become. In terms of people-pleasing: People-pleasing and taking care of others are concepts that are deeply drilled into many of us. I was specifically taught in middle school by both my grandma and mother to not be selfish and I realized as I got older I ended up harming myself at times trying to do this. I would cause a lot of stress for myself bending over backwards for others. So we really have to re-evaluate helping others at our own expense which often leaves us depleted I will talk about this more in a future episode.   Issue 3 We have a draining job and it bleeds into home life. Medicine-we are helping people constantly. So it is draining. We are giving. This can often be while sacrificing our own happiness and stability. And often we aren't treated well or we are disrespected and this can be tiring also. Boundaries are key in combatting this along with time management. Boundaries of not taking a patient or family's disrespect. Many of us may be used to getting dumped on at work. But we really don't have to take it. We aren't victims of our jobs. We can empower ourselves to take control of our life experience. I had a very rude daughter of a patient snapping at me and I could feel myself getting triggered. Clearly, they were frustrated with their situation which I understand. Elderly folks who were once independent with health problems it's a tough thing to deal with and go through no doubt. But it's not an excuse to treat me badly. The situation isn't my fault So I stopped her and her tracks and told her: I am a human being and I am trying to help you and work with you and I deserve respect. She kept quiet and her whole tone and body language changed. Baby steps. We aren't victims! We can maintain professionalism and create boundaries simultaneously. Similarly, doctor moms this one is for you-we can create systems to finish our notes before we go home. So that we can be present with our children instead of typing away at the computer to finish our work. Issue number 4 we may have a difficult spouse, boss Difficult people often make us feel unlucky Why do I have to deal with this? This is so unfair! Stuck with this person. We can't control them In fact, we can't control anything outside of ourselves! But what we can control, what is so empowering is that we can control ourselves!! We can decide: Not to absorb peoples stories Not to try to convince them regarding anything about us To decide to focus on ourselves and our peace and happiness Yung Pueblo says: “Maturity is being able to maintain your energy [the way you want it to be] when someone close to you was trying to drag you into their storm. You hear them, you see them, you offer support, BUT at the same time you let their attention be theirs and you let your peace be yours.” And if we find a place to be toxic or a career choice to be toxic we can always change it. I promise. No matter how impossible it seems. We can do the impossible. And don't forget that. Issue 5 We fail to love and care for ourselves: We must do this. How can you love yourself today? How can you honor the concept of self-love. How can you care for yourself? If you think you don't have the time, I challenge you to take 5 minutes in the morning to take time for yourself. Could be as simple as savoring your morning cup of coffee or taking a quick walk or stretching Issue 6 we are going through a major life transition (moving, job change, divorce, new child) These circumstances are tough ones But we must remember: this too shall pass; And realizing that we got this. Always. Just like we always have. Just like we always will Sometimes we need to take it one hour at a time when things get rough; and know that the tough time is temporary. We must hone in on filling our cup Some methods with which to do this include the following: Sleep hygiene, connection with others, alone time, or something that rejuvenates you to help you as you navigate your way through a big change. Next, I'm going to dive in to when you're feeling overwhelmed, what can you do to make sure that the overwhelm doesn't overtake you? There are two major ways to lighten our mental exhaustion One is to unload it to someone else Two is to put energy into ourselves or self-energize. I will discuss 10 practical tips you can implement that employ these two principles. This pandemic has been a cluster for many of us. Adds to our decision fatigue and mental load. A lot of us have children who are not old enough to get vaccinated right? So it makes it tough figuring out where we want to take them within our comfort levels and risk benefit levels to make decisions on what to do with them. Or even what to do with ourselves and how that will affect them. So one way to unload our mental load is to take advantage of the fact that we get Decide how we are going to spend our brain space and energy An example of this: In the beginning of January a much-needed girls trip was planned Thursday through Sunday in Florida now mind you we were supposed to go to Turks and Caicos but we canceled it because if you have a negative Covid test you cannot come back into the country for 10 days and I cannot be away from my children for that long/have my parents take care of them at that point. Instead, we decided to go to the Florida Keys. I was very much looking forward to this rest, relaxation, and gossip session with my closest medical school girlfriends. And of course as always my son was sick and had been sick and I was afraid that if he had Covid he would have given it to my parents who were watching him, but I needed this trip.   So I decided to assume the best and not expend mental time and energy worrying. On one hand, if I had catastrophized that my kid had covid even though we all had it already, I could assume I would have to cancel the trip. Or if he has it and tests negative my dad who is helping to watch him will get covid and die. However, my dad is boosted and already had covid. Which left me with: Would I have to cancel my trip? My game plan boiled down to watching and waiting, which we all do all the time. Even though a lot of times when unknowns present themselves, we behave as though it's a shock.   And we feel thrown off kilter. But practicing dealing with these situations can throw us off less and less over time.   And the conclusion of that story was-my kids were fine, my dad was fine. I went on the trip and had an awesome time. The unknown is pretty much all of life so we need to cultivate a system to deal with it so it doesn't bother us… How we can handle the unknown so it doesn't drive us nuts: We have the power, so We can: -decide how much time we are going to spend stressing over a given issue -decide what we want to happen or hope will happen -decide to focus on the possitve possibility instead of negfative bc we cant control the outcome but we can control our lens on a given situation   In my situation: I decided that my kid was going to feel ok The illness wasn't covid since we all already had it Assumed the best so it wouldnt ruin my moments leading up to my departure date Often we prepare for the worst in advance, but this doesn't add anything and simply detracts by spending our precious time and energy. So by focusing on a positive possibility: We lose absolutely nothing and in fact, gain Time, energy (which we would have lost in catastrophizing), a positive attitude Now I'm going to address how to self-energize In order to not be mentally drained How can we do this? Write down a list of our priorities in work, with ourselves, at home in the bigger picture. Keep that list in a visible place. It Doesn't matter who sees it and judges. That used to embarrass me. What if someone sees my motivational posts? It doesn't matter!! Take time (it can be even 5-10 minutes) for yourself everyday. On the busiest of days this can be savoring your morning coffee. I like to do that. Or 10 minutes of meditation Create more free space in your days This one is a tough one w busy jobs, meal planning, kids' activities, relationship nurturing, parties and gatherings now that COVID seems to be calming down. BUT we can actually decide to create free space in our days I find when I'm feeling rushed and have no breathing space I feel exasperated and bogged down. I have a loose rule to not do more than one activity with friends a week. And to have one thing I can look forward to weekly which may or may not include that Overscheduling is something I had struggled with pre pandemic then it was done for me and I could breathe. I find activities creeping back in and I now have to go back to being conscious about it. The more breathing room I have, the lighter I feel. Journaling or getting out the stress.  Journal for 5 min a day to get your woes out and leave them on the paper Call a friend if you can to get it out. This can be so heklpful Ask for help from friends, family, a professional Outsource tasks that don't bring you joy, put some work in (find a trainer, or therapist or coach) invest in yourself and the pay off can be priceless Exercise-A 5-10 minute walk or jog can boost endorphins and energize you Get a good night's sleep.  Here are some sleep hygiene tips: create a bedtime set an alarm for that time no devices 15 min before bed get ready for bed well in advance give yourself time to decompress journal beforehand if you're the kidn of person who stays up worrying avoid late caffeine 14.  Schedule fun. This is a big one. People forget to have fun in the grind of daily life. 15.  Soak in the small moments. Kids jokes, smiles, laughs, candor. There are so many and they're transient.   Remember, in episode 1, I talked about living a life with intention. If you haven't listened to it definitely take the time to do so!   We have to live consciously, put some effort into this life and if we do so, contentment, happiness, a sense of fulfillment is right there for us. For the taking!   We can create energy for ourselves and combat our sense of physical and mental exhaustion.   We have to power to create our dream life. One baby step at a time.   Go out there and try the above methods, folks!   Let me know if it works for you You can check out the show notes if you're a visual learner and print out the tips.   Talk to you next time!

SOLO We were never taught that our menstrual cycle is our super power, but it IS! Each phase of our cycle provides us with different energy and innate wisdom that can help inform our decisions and lifestyle, and this episode is all about how we can support our cyclical nature to thrive in business.   We dive into the four phases of the menstrual cycle, their characteristics, and how we can support our bodies during each phase so that we are using our energy in the best way possible. The phases are connected to the seasons, and like the seasons in nature they each play a very different and important role. During each phase our energy is best suited for different activities, and learning how to align your business schedule with each phase will give you more energy, time, and freedom! From more intuitive decision making to more successful pitches and business breakthroughs, aligning your business schedule with your cycle is POWERFUL and I am here to tell you how to start.   It's time to do business the feminine way.   We also talk about Overscheduling & masculine ways of working Recovering from birth control Women's history Listening to our body's signals Finding the right practitioners to support our journey Offerings: Membership VIP Treatment Waitlist Magnetize to Monetize | 4 day Free Masterclass Series  Calibrate | Creative Coven Retreat Day FULL BLOOM| 1:1 Mentorship   Resources: My first Period and Changing the Narrative Around our Cycles Moon Ernergy, Womb Wisdom 7 Female Empowerment   Connect with me  The Gram  The Website | www.erinchiarelli.com The Mailing List

Supply chain issues and income inequality notwithstanding, we live in an age of abundance. Our closets overflow with clothing. Many children have more toys than they could possibly enjoy. Garages are filled with sporting gear. Offices are cluttered with gadgets. And even our calendars are packed with meetings and tasks. It can all be a bit much. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at a bias that leads us to add to our collections and to-do lists but neglect to remove unnecessary or unhelpful items.We begin with the charming story of Strider Bikes, the pedal-less balance bikes for small children. Founder Ryan McFarland is an avid cyclist and motorcycle enthusiast. When his son Bode was 2 years old, Ryan was keen to get him started on riding toys. But nothing he tried quite worked for such a young child. So began a quest to engineer a bike that would get Bode riding right away but still teach him the fundamentals of two-wheeled cycling.You can read more about the Strider Bike story in the Leidy Klotz book Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less.Next, you'll hear a re-creation of an experiment inspired by the research of Leidy Klotz and Gabrielle Adams and their collaborators, showing how this tendency to solve problems by addition can sometimes be costly and suboptimal.Gabrielle Adams joins Katy to discuss the science behind this bias towards addition. You'll hear about practical strategies to overcome this bias that will help you save time and money—and maybe even declutter your mind.You can read more about subtraction neglect in the research paper Gabrielle Adams co-authored with Benjamin Converse, Andrew Hales, and Leidy Klotz.Gabrielle Adams is an assistant professor of public policy and business administration at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia. Finally, Katy discusses ways to identify opportunities to subtract things from your life that may end up making you better off.Choiceology is an original podcast from Charles Schwab. For more on the series, visit schwab.com/podcast.If you enjoy the show, please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  rating or review on Apple Podcasts.Disclosures All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions.The comments, views, and opinions expressed in the presentation are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Charles Schwab. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness or reliability cannot be guaranteed.The book How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (CS&Co.). Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (CS&Co.) has not reviewed the book and makes no representations about its content.Apple Podcasts and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.Google Podcasts and the Google Podcasts logo are trademarks of Google LLC.Spotify and the Spotify logo are registered trademarks of Spotify AB. (0322-2NMD) 

Why do you love filling your schedules with all the things? What is it that your avoiding? The reason most women over schedule is to avoid the empty space. Maybe because if they're not doing then what's their purpose. Doing is attached to self worth. Listen to find out why we do it and how to move forward. www.payalghayal.com

Spinoff show! But hopefully, this spinoff fares better than most spinoffs... Finn's focusing on being a mom, but don't worry, she'll be back! Mata flies solo in these spinoff episodes. These episodes will feature people who're succeeding in life! We attempt to better understand what they're doing that makes them succeed and share that in hopes of fortifying families.  This episodes features a powerhouse. She's a wife, mother, and clinical psychologist. She encourages us to limit the number of activities that each member of the family commits to for the well-being of the family. Enjoy!

Your kids extra-curricular activities can sometimes seem like they're running your life. ;) In this bonus episode we chat about parent life and how to balance the crazy yet keep you and your kids happy. Hint: Learn from your mistakes people, move forward and apply your new-found knowledge. :) Per the norm, and full disclosure, we swear a ton. ;) So be sure to listen without the kiddos around or with earbuds. ;) Embrace the Crazy!! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

05 September 2021: Helen discusses the benefits of raising multi-lingual children with Nadia Wehbe of Baby Arabia, child psychologist Dr. Haneen Jarrar, and mum of four and a polyglot herself Corona.  Paediatric orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Gavin Spence and paediatric physiotherapist Johann Delport tag team today's on-air clinic, answering questions about clicking knees, hereditary bone conditions and many more.  Are we overscheduling for our kids? Sidiqa Sohail, founder of Magical Childhood, tells parents to take a long hard look at their kids' calendars. "Where does my child's uniform come from?" Matthew Benjamin, founder of Kapes, says it's time for parents to ask this question.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm showing you how to stop overscheduling and start being more protective of your time. Discover the importance of scheduling white space for yourself, and what can happen when you stop overscheduling and start prioritizing your peace and wellbeing.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://nataliebacon.com/153

Research shows that kids who are overscheduled don't eat as well, sleep as well, or make friends as well as kids who aren't overscheduled. Additionally, overscheduling kids when they're younger can lead to things like anxiety, depression, and hamper their ability to solve problems and make good decisions. As parents/guardians, we are probably well-intentioned by signing our kids up for all the things. But it can not only be detrimental to their wellbeing, but ours too. Here are the questions we answer and topics covered:How overscheduling can be a detriment to our kids (and us)What research shows about this topicWhy we may overscheduleFive ways to stop overscheduling Resources mentioned in this episode (some links may contain affiliate links, which helps support our amazing guests and this podcast):Free workshop: Seeds for changeEpisode 2: Eco Minimalism and Kids with Stephanie Sefarian The Overscheduled Child by Alvin Rosenfeld, MDThe Hurried Child by David Elkind Let's connect!Email me: Laura@raisingecominimalists.comBlog (Reduce, Reuse, Renew)Instagram (@raisingecominimalistspodcast or @reducereuserenewblog)Facebook Raising Eco Minimalist Community GroupBecome a podcast member (and help support the show!)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gPwH8QEUo)

I sat down with Dr. Veronica Eyo @drveronicaeyo, Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a private practice in LA. I am so honored to have her educate us on how imposter syndrome shows up in Latino and Black college students. Veronica has shared with me that her own personal journey as a first-generation college student influences her work in this niche. If any of this resonates with you or is useful for a friend, tune in now! This episode dives into: Dr. Veronica Eyo breaks down imposter syndrome signs, symptoms, and possible causes.  Dr. Veronica about her own experience of imposter syndrome throughout her educational and professional journeys.  The connection of our core beliefs and imposter syndrome. Overscheduling, exhaustion, and irritability in college students.  Anxiety, depression, and imposter syndrome among Latino and Black college students. Tips for managing imposter syndrome.  Guest Info: Connect with Dr. Veronica Eyo on Instagram @drveronicaeyo or her website here.  Resources Mentioned:  Podcast Disclaimer

In contrast to how most of us parent today, Renee advocates for less is more! Find out the gift of NOT over scheduling our kids!

As moms and entrepreneurs, we LOVE to say "yes". We love to help people and get involved. We don't want to let people down. Especially our kids. We're worried someone can't do something as well as we can. BUT what happens when we continue to say "yes" over and over to our clients, our kids, our friends, and our commitments. It creates a schedule that feels stressful and overwhelming. It creates an anxious, stressed-out, overstimulated, unfulfilled mom entrepreneur. But we're going to fix that. Today I'm sharing a simple 3 step system to help you evaluate where you spend your time, build in transitions, and say "yes" where a task or activity truly aligns with your priorities, values, and goals. Show notes: businesssavvymama.com/avoid-overscheduling Explore Past Episodes: businesssavvymama.com/podcast -------------------- Looking to dive deeper? Have questions about today's topic? Join my FREE BSM Aftershow community where we go live every Friday during season 3 at 12 EST/ 9am PST. Can't make it live? No worries...you can watch the exclusive replay. Visit bit.ly/bsmaftershow to join the community today. -------------------- Want more family fun in 2021? Pick up my FREE Monthly Family Fun Bucket List and start planning more fun, intentional family time today. Visit familyfun.businesssavvymama.com to grab your copy! Let's Connect! Instagram @businesssavvymama Facebook Business Savvy Mama Pinterest pinterest.com/businesssavvymama --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/businesssavvymama/message

A few weeks ago we talked about emotional exhaustion in ourselves. This week we tackle how to help our kids, with tips on how to prevent it and some old school ideas from a behavioral therapist, Cindy Ketron, and her Facebook post that inspired our conversation this week. You can find us on all the things:realasamotherpod@gmail.comReal as a Mother Podcast Facebook groupInstagram: realasamotherpodcastTwitter: realasamotherpod

Week 388–The Peaceful Parent–Marilyn Rodrigues – Overscheduling by Pulse 94.1 - Speaking Life

over scheduling! as someone who is no stranger to burnout, i've got a lot of tips for avoiding burnout and what to do when you've already over scheduled and need to shift.lots of nuggets in this episode and the most important lesson is at the end - learning *why* you are overscheduling  so you can cut it out of your life for good and enjoy the moment you're in.listen in so you can achieve your goals without the stress and headache!what's next?:grab the scheduling for success workbook: right hereschedule a call with me: right herejoin me live on instagram every week: right hereintro and outro music by young go hards: bandcamp here --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jillifred/message

With anxiety off the charts as a growing epidemic among children and teens, we’re spending all this week looking at strategies you can employ to prevent anxiety in the kids you know and love. One of the best ways to prevent anxiety is to stop overscheduling your kids. Research on today’s culture points to the fact that our kids are so over-involved and feeling such incredible pressure to achieve at the highest levels in all of their activities, that they are crumbling under the pressure. One way to push back is to be sure that your kids are eating right, getting enough exercise, and sleeping nightly for the nine hours and fifteen minutes of uninterrupted sleep that’s necessary for healthy growth and development. In addition, we must recognize the fact that God made us for a rhythm of work and rest. This includes the need for a Sabbath. What would happen if we recovered the practice of taking one day a week to rest? I’m sure we would see a decline in anxiety.

In this highlight clip from ClassCast Podcast Ep.021, dance teacher, business owner, and parent Ashley Tibbens discusses the availability and value of extracurricular programs for young children as well as the dangers of over-scheduling. This quick clip provides great insights for anyone who has or works with young children. Support the show (http://paypal.me/TibbensEST)

Overscheduling, constant busyness and nonstop going can sometimes be a mechanism to protect yourself from the next step because you're afraid of what's coming... I find this happening a lot because of underlying fears. Today we will go over those fears and you might uncover that YOU are doing this yourself. This episode will teach you how to schedule your day around GROWING and leaving time for YOURSELF and your dreams.

Katie is the author of Yang Sheng: The Art of Chinese Self-Healing and has been practising Chinese medicine since 2002. In this podcast...  The perils of over-scheduling (I need this segment of the podcast so badly) Increasing the energy flow around the body Tapping with bamboo for circulation Fasting for energy and weight loss. Turmeric and the low-histamine diet How to navigate Glastonbury and still feel sane at the end of it. And plenty more. Enjoy x  

According to an extensive Barna research study of 14,000 U.S. lead pastors, published in January 2017, 37% of lead pastors are at medium to high risk of burnout. A whopping 66% say they have no deep friendships. 40% are not energized by ministry work. Expastor.com reports 47% of pastors suffer from depression. Many of the moral failures we read about (and those that never make the news) can be traced to exhaustion. One of the key contributors to this mess? Overscheduling, overcommitting, and rest-deprivation. The truth is, the organization you lead will only go as far as your health allows it to. Today’s episode will reveal some of the most common objections leaders give for neglecting rest . . . and what a leader can do about it.

Hurry clamps down on creativity. Hurry makes decision-making nearly impossible. Hurry leaves us weary. Hurry divides our focus.   And usually, Hurry is driven by anxiety.  Overwork. Overfunctioning. Overscheduling. They're rarely if ever driven by joy or trust. And if we follow the train back far enough, we find they're created by fear. Fear we'll miss something. Fear we'll be rejected. Fear we're not caring enough. Fear Fear Fear.    

These days, traditional school, such as a public or private school, is only one of many options to get an education. You've probably heard of homeschooling (I was personally homeschooled K-12). But another method that isn't as well known is known as "unschooling" It's a method of education I've recently adopted for my boys using resources such as the book "". Many parents are frustrated by the school system, perhaps because of bullying, crowded classrooms, and outdated, dull, online courses. Disengaged learners that have no say in their coerced curriculum tend to act out, tune out, or drop out. Education must change and unschooling is the fastest growing alternative method of learning. T wo decades ago, students registered with their local school based on their house address. Now, with the internet, students are borderless. Learning can occur anywhere, anytime, anyway and from anyone - including self-taught. Self-directing their education, unschoolers learn through: -Play -Projects -Reading -Volunteering -Games -Sports -Mentorship -Travel -Life In this scenario, it's then the parents' job to provide an environment rich in resources: books, videos, cameras, computer and video games, workbooks, textbooks, projects, jobs, museums, field trips, volunteer programs, atlases and maps, science centers, zoos, museums, theaters, TV, toys, concerts, musical instruments, board games, mentor and apprenticeship programs, music, internet, libraries, instructors, living history parks, art galleries and supplies, sporting venues and equipment, science equipment, corporate venues, parks, travel, and many more. In her book , my guest on this podcast, , explores the path of who self-directed all or part of their education and were accepted by universities, colleges and other postsecondary schools. Most have already graduated. She outlines that what children need most are close relationships - parents, teachers, siblings, relatives, coaches, and mentors within a wider community, not just within an institutional school. Educational content is everywhere. Caring relationships are not. Families that embrace unschooling do not have to choose between a quality education and a relaxed, connected family lifestyle. They can have both. Judy is a keynote speaker and distinguished toastmaster who gives interactive presentations around the world. She specializes in non-punitive parenting and education practices, and regularly appears on television interviews on CBC, CTV, and Global as well as publications including Chatelaine, Today's Parent, Canadian Living, Parents magazine, The Globe and Mail, Metro and Postmedia News. As a Certified Canadian Family Life Educator (CCFE), she teaches brain and child development, and family communication, at the University of Calgary, Continuing Education, and has taught for Alberta Health Services for 13 years. She founded the non-profit organizations, Attachment Parenting Canada Association, and Unschooling Canada Association. She is also the bestselling author of the following print and e-books:  -": 135 Tools for raising caring, responsible children without time-out, spanking, punishment or bribery." (Translated into 5 languages) -": Connecting with the digital generation for health, safety and love." (DVD) -"." (A lovely little journal) -": Turn frustration into connection with 3 easy steps." (Translated into 2 languages) -"." -" (and colleges): Relationships matter most in a world crammed with content." As a parent of five children, who were raised without any kind of punishment, Judy has a broad understanding of the issues facing parents and the digital generation. She is the proud parent of several university graduates who self-directed their education. During our discussion, you'll discover: -When formal schools were first established, and why...9:00 Schools began around the time of the Industrial Revolution; was a means of keeping kids occupied while parents worked in factories Critics claim it's simply to create factory worker mentality; obedient citizens, quashing critical thinking It has transformed into a billion dollar industry; it's difficult to imagine life without institutionalized school The brain interacts with its environment; it's not a bucket to fill up with facts and figures -Where the modern school system has failed us as a whole...13:00 Schools have stress for kids as well as teachers Teaching is a highly stressful profession Kids experience stress via bullying, expectations, etc. The big failure: a one size fits all approach It does not encourage individualism; it can't because it's a bureaucracy Technology has revolutionized many facets of life; formal education lags behind -How unschooling is different from homeschooling...20:05 "Empowering the learner to choose what they learn, when (or if) they learn, and how they learn." It's a matter of control and ownership With homeschooling, the parents control and own the process In unschooling, the skills and knowledge are learned and embedded with the experience, applied through their curiosity Self-directed, free learning -The value of play and unstructured time when it comes to learning...24:40 Kids need a period of time to "deschool" Approximately 1 month for each year they're in school Their natural curiosity takes over and they embrace We underestimate the value of play and downtime: it gives your brain rest and time to think about creative ideas Research shows that play and daydreaming is a sign of a better equipped brain (similar to meditation) Overscheduling doesn't allow for this quality time Unstructured play means it's not dictated by adults (soccer doesn't count) Play mimics what they would learn in school, but on their own terms -The conspicuous difference in testing and its results in unschooling vs. traditional schooling...34:30 Tests and essays begin to increase around the 6th grade Teachers need to stick to the schedule; teach to the test The emphasis is on accreditation/evaluation; but the journey to the destination is important It's not as difficult to prepare for the standardized tests as one might think -Yes, unschoolers can go to college too!...41:20 No benefits in year to year testing; ties students and parents to the local curriculum Appropriate to do a standardized test at age 18 for college entrance 13 year olds can do 8 grades of math in one year because their brain is ready to understand abstract concepts A strong homeschool lobby can influence legislation and enforcement of local education laws -Creative ways to satisfy governmental education requirements...44:30 Unschooling is a methodology; many schools do unschooling within their schools Look for skills that can be learned in video games, journals, etc. -The concept of "Block learning" and why learning something every day can do more harm than good...47:35 If a child doesn't want to do a particular task, don't make them do it Turn what they do naturally and turn it into a "subject" they need to learn: math, science, etc. -What a typical day of unschooling might look like...50:00 It's relaxed Lots of family activities, such as nightly family dinner -Success stories and research on the benefits of unschooling...55:00 Team of 30 Survey of parents of unschooled children All 30 of them got accepted into university 1/3 in arts fields; 1/3 in humanities; 1/3 in STEM courses 22 of the 30 have graduated from their programs John coined the term "unschooling" Judy doesn't like the term because it sounds "anti-school" -How unschooling compares with a Waldorf or Montessori method of learning...1:01:00 They incorporate unschooling in their methodology without calling it that "What do you do if the child doesn't want to do that?" Is it coercive or not? Most government schools are coercive Much easier to unschool outside the school system Templates or set curriculums lead children to a preconceived outcome Kids are natural communicators and collaborators -Why "time-honored" traditions like handwriting don't need to be emphasized in schooling today...1:06:05 It takes 15 years to change a curriculum in a government school Instead learn coding, social media, blogging, youtube, etc. Life experiences, world travel can replicate what is taught in university -Resources Judy recommends to learn more on unschooling and free play...1:16:30 Book: (and ) -And much more! 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Overscheduling or overextending yourself by trying to do [and be more] for work, family, friends or success, can leave you just plain overwhelmed.It's soooo easy to do, especially for people-pleasers like us. We want others to continue to think well of us, and sometimes that comes with a price to our own well-being and sanity.Join Allison and Lucia as they discuss this very important (and potential life-changing) topic. What is so wonderful about these ladies is their personal and welcoming "good friends having a glass of wine and just chatting" style makes even difficult topics such as saying, "No!" so you have more time for yourself, clearly the best choice. It's just always easier said than done. In this episode, Allison's second children's book Wow Cat's Adventures with Adjectives is mentioned. It's a wonderful addition to the Home School child's curriculum. Her first book titled Ebb and Flo: A Day at the Beach was written to help children ages 2-5 overcome the feeling of overwhelm and change.Be sure to join the conversation by rating this podcast, leaving feedback and/or joining us in the private Let Your Cork Float Facebook group. What we offer is a safe place to explore all aspects and intricacies (good and bad) of our woven lives, and how you want to weigh in on them all. After all, we are a tribe and we are here to support and lift each other up to our fulfill our unique greatness.In this private FB group, you'll not only find your loving and accepting tribe, but you'll also find additional audio files of conversations that happen after the formal podcast recording has ended. We'll call it ... a virtual "off-camera" peek into the private conversations between your two wise hosts.You can find out more about Lucia from her website at http://www.luciaferraro.com/about or click here to book a 1:1 coaching session with her. You can also see Lucia and Allison in their first interview together on YouTube here.Allison offers a self-guided online class called Accelerate Your Mojo and 1:1 coaching for that class. She's created other classes including Visualization Mastery 201. She also writes self-help and children's books. Go to www.living360coaching.com to learn more.

We could make a big list of things that compete for our time: work, duties at home, family, school, kids' activities, church, and maybe even something resembling a social life. We simply can't do everything that everyone might ask of us. What if our answers for what we will or won't do could be simple as well?

We could make a big list of things that compete for our time: work, duties at home, family, school, kids' activities, church, and maybe even something resembling a social life. We simply can't do everything that everyone might ask of us. What if our answers for what we will or won't do could be simple as well?

We could make a big list of things that compete for our time: work, duties at home, family, school, kids' activities, church, and maybe even something resembling a social life. We simply can't do everything that everyone might ask of us. What if our answers for what we will or won't do could be simple as well?

What do you say to the child that loves to dance, but is visibly exhausted by the end of a long week of practice? What do you say to the child that wants to do nothing but sit on the couch and watch TV or play on their iPad? Does running from activity to activity make them fussy and standoffish? Will they have enough physical and brain power to complete their homework? You can’t ignore YOUR time and mental needs, either. Will running from activity to activity affect your work productivity or make you a constant grump? Overscheduling CAN work for you, and it CAN work for your child. Overscheduling can also be utterly detrimental to your mental state and piss your child off. If you wonder whether you are overscheduling your children, here’s a little quiz: I HAVE to push my children when they are young: (a) to teach them a work ethic. (b) to help them find passion and drive and encourage success later in life. (c) to zap away any fun and interrupt their organic learning and growth. (d) because it’s what everyone else is doing and I’m scared that I’m messing my kids up if I don’t expose them to everything NOW. In this episode of 'I am the Worst Parent Ever' podcast, Robert shares why “ignoring sunk costs" can help you put these decisions into perspective. Imagine your daughter wants to quit after one half-tried day of Karate but you just dropped $100 for a month of lessons. Is this time to teach a lesson about “why we keep our commitments”? Are you driven by the prospect of throwing away your hard-earned $100? Or what is best for your child? If you invest your time and energy (and money!) but the situation changes, ignoring sunk costs allows you to make the NEXT decision based on where you are NOW, not because you “owe” anything to some previous decision. Those costs are already sunk! Think hard about whose needs you serve when you decide whether or not to push your child. Robert and Nicole admit to struggle to balance their desire to breed, raise, and develop well-rounded, experienced, driven children while still allowing them to develop their interests and sort out their passions organically.  What if we listened more and involved our kids in these decisions? What would happen if we flipped the script to follow their self-developed plan? And then there’s the GUILT! Is there really a better and WORSE way to decide how to handle these situations with their children? Are you actually, truly, possibly THE WORST PARENT EVER? (hint: that’s the guilt talking) Each child actually IS unique. How you operate your home and how busy or unbusy your family is up to you. It’s just about making decisions (on purpose when you can). You are being ENTIRELY appropriate.  When you push your children at a healthy level -- which is a different level for every child -- and you listen to your heart AND YOUR CHILD and work together through any daunting expectations, real or fabricated fears, you really ARE supporting their personal growth. Now go out there and get busy (or don't). It's entirely up to you and your loved ones. These are big decisions but that’s why you’re getting paid the big bucks (haha). There is no wrong answer here if you are operating with everyone's best interest at heart.

What do you say to the child that loves to dance, but is visibly exhausted by the end of a long week of practice? What do you say to the child that wants to do nothing but sit on the couch and watch TV or play on their iPad? Does running from activity to activity make them fussy and standoffish? Will they have enough physical and brain power to complete their homework? You can’t ignore YOUR time and mental needs, either. Will running from activity to activity affect your work productivity or make you a constant grump? Overscheduling CAN work for you, and it CAN work for your child. Overscheduling can also be utterly detrimental to your mental state and piss your child off. If you wonder whether you are overscheduling your children, here’s a little quiz: I HAVE to push my children when they are young: (a) to teach them a work ethic. (b) to help them find passion and drive and encourage success later in life. (c) to zap away any fun and interrupt their organic learning and growth. (d) because it’s what everyone else is doing and I’m scared that I’m messing my kids up if I don’t expose them to everything NOW. In this episode of 'I am the Worst Parent Ever' podcast, Robert shares why “ignoring sunk costs" can help you put these decisions into perspective. Imagine your daughter wants to quit after one half-tried day of Karate but you just dropped $100 for a month of lessons. Is this time to teach a lesson about “why we keep our commitments”? Are you driven by the prospect of throwing away your hard-earned $100? Or what is best for your child? If you invest your time and energy (and money!) but the situation changes, ignoring sunk costs allows you to make the NEXT decision based on where you are NOW, not because you “owe” anything to some previous decision. Those costs are already sunk! Think hard about whose needs you serve when you decide whether or not to push your child. Robert and Nicole admit to struggle to balance their desire to breed, raise, and develop well-rounded, experienced, driven children while still allowing them to develop their interests and sort out their passions organically.  What if we listened more and involved our kids in these decisions? What would happen if we flipped the script to follow their self-developed plan? And then there’s the GUILT! Is there really a better and WORSE way to decide how to handle these situations with their children? Are you actually, truly, possibly THE WORST PARENT EVER? (hint: that’s the guilt talking) Each child actually IS unique. How you operate your home and how busy or unbusy your family is up to you. It’s just about making decisions (on purpose when you can). You are being ENTIRELY appropriate.  When you push your children at a healthy level -- which is a different level for every child -- and you listen to your heart AND YOUR CHILD and work together through any daunting expectations, real or fabricated fears, you really ARE supporting their personal growth. Now go out there and get busy (or don't). It's entirely up to you and your loved ones. These are big decisions but that’s why you’re getting paid the big bucks (haha). There is no wrong answer here if you are operating with everyone's best interest at heart.

This sixth episode is the second in our Practice Primer series of three podcasts. These podcasts will serve as a guide to aligning your household with an optimal learning environment for your talented young performer. Part two is focused on overscheduling.

Welcome to School Counselor Gone Rogue, a podcast by Marni Pasch, that explores all things struggling students and the education system. In this episode we look at student overwhelm due to overschedueling. Between sports, homework, theater practice, and basket weaving, our kiddos are overwhelmed. How do we help students stop overscheduling and still become well rounded humans? Listen on!

Parenting has changed since Robin Barker was a kid. She's seen different trends come and go. In this episode, the author of Baby Love talks about whether today we are over-scheduling our kids, and how to find the right balance.

0:31 First Guest! Heidi Waterhouse (https://twitter.com/wiredferret) - Parent of two. Developer evangelist for LaunchDarkly (https://launchdarkly.com/). Volunteers teaching sex ed to teenagers. She likes to sew her own conference dresses and ride her bike. 1:00 Internet privacy and safety and how it is adaptable to kids of all ages. How should kids protect themselves online, have manners, and use their time wisely. Online behavior is permanent these days, so kids should also consider using obfuscated names online. Pseudonyms are personas you can discard if necessary while keeping you safe. Online predation is possible, but you are more likely to be get gendered grief online. 8:00 Problematic relationships with Facebook You can have a real name account, but you have to behave as if in an office all day. Kids have a harder time controlling impulses. Due to COPPA regulation, parents wanting their non teenage children to have an online account have to lie about the child’s age when signing them up. COPPA (https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/rules/rulemaking-regulatory-reform-proceedings/childrens-online-privacy-protection-rule), well intentioned, but disenfranchises kids under 13 and forces parents to jump through hoops when getting their children online. 10:57 Wallet identity Sometimes you want accolades and other positive achievements tied to your persona. Each kid is different and some will want the attention while others won’t. Some things you do in public and online forums will be public, regardless of your preference. As parents, we make decisions for our children. Everything decision we make for our children will be things they’ll have to live with. Some parents choose to not make choices for their children regarding online personas. 14:45 Less physical spaces A book from Danah Boyd (https://www.amazon.com/Its-Complicated-Social-Lives-Networked/dp/0300166311) discusses how we’ve deprived teenagers from any space they can meet and hang out so the only space they have left is cyber space. Overscheduling, curfews, no hanging out at malls. Technology is making physical gatherings less common. 16:29 Cyber safety is the new Sex Ed Schools have Google accounts for kids to use the Google suite for education. Cyber security education is the equivalent of abstinence only sex ed. 70% of parents have a password to their kids’ phones and monitor their devices. 20:35 Safe places for kids to explore online communication and not raising trolls. Online platforms where kids can interact safely. Discord (https://discord.me). Teach children what is appropriate, and give them the ability to identify what is right and wrong. “It’s only online, it doesn’t matter” is how you build an online troll. Everyone is a human on the other side of the screen. 24:51 Determining when your children should level up Each kid is different and timing depends on each kid. Learnign what should be downloadable to your computer so it doesn’t break. What about your kid wanting a YouTube career? (Yes YouTube, no comments) Keeping their online circles to friend they know in person helps, while having open discussion about their online lives. Let them know they can be monitored, and privileges can be narrowed. 35:13 Genius/Fail moments Andy - Picked up his kids from school but left his dog there. #FAIL Allison - Continuation of last episode’s fail. Still reading fire safety book at bedtime. #FAIL Heidi - 15YO assembled IKEA storage system by himself. #GENIUS Chris - Kids decided to spend time roughhousing instead of online. Though he overheard from downstairs: SON: Stop! You’re going to break my arm! DAUGHTER: I don’t want to break your arm, I want to break your spirit! #GENIUS Mandy - Going to Disney World! After a long long time of saving, it’s happening. #GENIUS Follow & Support Please follow us @parentdrivendev (https://twitter.com/parentdrivendev) on Twitter or email us at panel@parentdrivendevelopment.com (mailto:panel@parentdrivendevelopment.com). Support us via Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/parentdrivendev) and get access to our our Slack Community. Panel: Allison McMillan (https://twitter.com/allie_p) Chris Sexton (https://twitter.com/crsexton) Andy Croll (https://twitter.com/andycroll) Josh Puetz (https://twitter.com/joshpuetz) Mandy Moore (http://twitter.com/recursivefunk) Special Guest: Heidi Waterhouse.

It's the beginning of the school year, if you're listening in real time, and thus the time of year where we are all figuring out new routines, new bus routes, new sports schedules and after-school activities… Definitely a time where we can feel overwhelmed. Today's show answers Shelley's question: "what are the hazards of overscheduling my kids?" The way I see it, there are two big hazards in overscheduling. It's worth, whether at the beginning of the school year or whenever you hear this, understanding the dangers in putting too many items on our children's schedules. Only then can we understand the potential damage we're doing, and begin to figure out how to reduce the overscheduling. Today's episode outlines the 2 big hazards in overscheduling, so hit play and listen in! Please note: if you're feeling overwhelmed about school day morning chaos, the Streamline Your Mornings 5-Day Challenge starts in less than a week! Registration closes on Sunday, September 3, so sign up for this FREE challenge now. The challenge includes an email in your inbox outlining a step you can take to calm the overwhelm and streamline your mornings every day from Monday, September 4 through Friday, September 8. On that day you'll also have access to my Facebook live, back-to-school Ask Me Anything, happening in the private We Turned Out Okay Facebook group. For notes from today's show, for key links, and to sign up for the free Streamline Your Mornings 5-Day Challenge go to weturnedoutokay.com/180!

Heather, Kate and the gang stumble back into the podcasting ring with this episode on over scheduling kids. It's a mash up of sorts but they are BAAAAAACK!!!! Enjoy and thanks for listening!

This is The Empowerment Show on Blog Talk Radio's Featured World of Ink Network. Irene Roth is the host of this show as well as an author, editor, and freelance writer. She has published an empowerment for teens entitled "Seasons of Empowerment for Adolescent Girls" and also has a picture book published entitled "Courage." Learn more about the host at https://irenesroth.wordpress.com This week on The Empowerent Show Irene Roth and Traci McDonald will be chatting about if we as adults are overscheduling our teens. When kids and teens complain of being overscheduled and overwhelmed, we should definitely pause to take a new look at our lives and reprioritize them. Our kids are way too young to feel overscheduled. And if we, as parents, teach them that it is okay, or worse, meritorious to be busy all the time, we can be setting them up for a life time of exhaustion and lack of success. Not only that but they will feel dissatisfied and stressed out all the time. Here are a few questions to ask yourself and your teens or kids: What does your child enjoy? Does she/he enjoy playing sports? What kind of sport? Does your teen enjoy music/dancing? What type does she/he enjoy? Does your teen do extracurricular activities? Does your child/teen feel overwhelmed at school? The World of Ink Network brings you shows each week on topics such as books, writing, interviews, self-help, empowerment, families and much more. Follow us at http://worldofinknetwork.com, our blog http://worldofinknetwork.blogspot.com, and on Facebook and Twitter. 

Sometimes we truly have so much to do, we don’t know which end is up. But sometimes the frenzy is self-induced. Feeling overwhelmed is sometimes a matter of perception – if you think you have too much to do, your limbic system takes over and you can’t think creatively about alternatives. Overscheduling is a common […] The post #064 – Uncommit (Essentialism Pt 14) [Podcast] appeared first on First Things.

This week on Mom Talk Radio, former family law attorney and blogger at TripletsInTribeca.com, Notoya Green shares preschool prep tips for toddlers. Dishing on Dinner features Nicole Brady of SAHMReviews.com. Internet Safety Expert and owner of OvernightGeek.com, Jesse Weinberger, shares tips for helping your children avoid online sexual predators. Dr. Liz Matheis, licensed Clinical Psychologist and certified School Psychologist, talks overscheduling kids. Dr. Edward Moody, president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), shares tips for preventing and treating mouth and tooth injuries in kids.

Anne, Steve and Tara talk through the build up to Anne's confirmation of candidature.