Do you ever feel like goals are a double-edged sword? On one hand, they help us move forward. On the other, they can feel heavy, discouraging, and downright overwhelming when life doesn’t go as planned. In this episode, we’re unpacking how to approach goals without the guilt. You’ll hear stories about real-life wins, why effort matters more than outcomes, and how a simple practice like choosing a “word of the year” can keep you motivated all year long.

What you’ll learn:

• Why traditional goals can feel so discouraging
• How to give yourself credit for trying (even when results are slow)
• A gentler way to measure progress that actually builds confidence

This conversation is all about making goals feel lighter, more encouraging, and more sustainable—so you can keep moving forward without the pressure.

Free Resources:

• 🌟 Feeling overwhelmed? Book a free Chaos to Calm Strategy Session to get personalized tips for a balanced life. 🌿 🌼 💖
  
  
• Grab your free downloadable - Word of the Year for Moms (contains lots of options for you to pick for your word)
  
  
• Free Download - 12 Must-Have Apps for Moms with ADHD
  
• Join the Facebook community group for a regular dose of support and encouragement
  
  

Connect with Rina:
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Ever feel like life is just one long loop of chores, errands, work, dinner, repeat? 😅 This episode explores why the day-to-day monotony can hit so hard — especially for moms with ADHD — and how to move through it without feeling resentful or drained.

What you’ll learn:

• Why monotony feels extra heavy for neurodiverse brains 💛
• Simple ways to make boring tasks feel more fun or meaningful
• What to do on the days when everything just feels tedious and overwhelming

A little encouragement that the boring parts of daily life don’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. It's how you handle it that matters.

Free Resources:

• 🌟 Feeling overwhelmed? Book a free Chaos to Calm Strategy Session to get personalized tips for a balanced life. 🌿 🌼 💖
  
  
• Free Download - 12 Must-Have Apps for Moms with ADHD
  
• Join the Facebook community group for a regular dose of support and encouragement
  
  
• Video - This is Water: David Foster Wallace https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eC7xzavzEKY
  
  

Connect with Rina:
Blog - balancedworkingmoms.com
Community - balancedworkingmomscommunity
Facebook - balancedworkingmoms
LinkedIn - rina-meushaw

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Ever have one of those days where nothing goes the way you planned? You start off with great intentions—and somehow end up in a completely different place by bedtime. In this episode, we’ll talk about what to do when your best-laid plans go sideways.

What you’ll learn:

– Why it's totally normal to feel disappointed when plans change
– How to stop beating yourself up when things don't get done
– Three mindset shifts that make unexpected days feel easier

Because real life is messy—and that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.

Free Resources:

• 🌟 Feeling overwhelmed? Book a free Chaos to Calm Strategy Session to get personalized tips for a balanced life. 🌿 🌼 💖
  
  
• Free Download - 12 Must-Have Apps for Moms with ADHD
  
• Join the Facebook community group for a regular dose of support and encouragement
  
  

Connect with Rina:
Blog - balancedworkingmoms.com
Community - balancedworkingmomscommunity
Facebook - balancedworkingmoms
LinkedIn - rina-meushaw

Stock Media provided by TrendingMusic / Pond