Ever feel like you need schedule optimization just to make it through the day? Like you’re desperately trying to get time back while homeschooling the kids, running your business, and keeping your sanity… all before lunch?

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the story of Cathleen Thomas - a mom juggling three homeschooled kids and two thriving businesses. From morning chaos to transformation, discover how this mom entrepreneur went from lying awake at night, paralyzed by endless to-do lists, to running her clothing store and digital art business with purpose and peace.

You’ll learn:
★ How to identify and maximize pockets of time (even on your busiest days)
★ The real solution to working mom burnout and overwhelm
★ Practical ways to build business momentum while managing stress
★ Game-changing insights from a time management coach
★ Simple strategies to break free from the overwhelm-productivity cycle

Cathleen’s transformation from overwhelmed mom to purposeful business owner proves that with the right schedule optimization, you can get time back without sacrificing what matters most.

Get full show notes here!

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Email To Send Questions - podcast@mindsetcoachmd.com

Biz Mom Balance Blueprint

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About Dr. Celia (Psychiatrist and Coach for Mom Entrepreneurs)- I give ambitious Mom Business Owners a proven strategy to manage their schedule and reduce the mental load so they can get more done in small pockets of time they have— and start making the big moves in their business.

Have a question or a topic you would love to hear on Biz Mom Life? Send me a text!

Next Steps:

1️⃣ Make sure to follow/subscribe here in your app to get notified of the latest episodes

2️⃣ Join the weekly newsletter by taking the Biz Mom Time Hacking Superpower quiz.

3️⃣ If you love this podcast→ I would love it if you can leave a rating and review on Apple & Spotify? This would allow me to better support others in getting the help they need through this podcast.

Disclaimer -

The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only. While Dr. Celia discusses health-related topics, this content is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric advice. Dr. Celia Varghese is a medical doctor, but she is not your doctor or psychiatrist. If you need medical or psychiatric care, please consult your own healthcare professional. Neither Dr. Celia nor Mindset Coach MD LLC is liable for any errors or omissions, or for any harm resulting from not seeking proper medical advice.

Disclosure - Please note that some of the links may be affiliate links. Sometimes I share products I genuinely like and may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you.

"Feeling overwhelmed and stressed, wishing you had the perfect time to get it all done? Do you find yourself caught in an endless dance between client calls, content creation, and ‘Mommy, watch this!’ moments?”

As an entrepreneur mom, that mental math of figuring out when to get it all done is enough to make your head spin. For many of us juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship, it feels like we’re constantly falling behind.

What if the solution isn’t what typical time management strategies teach you? What if everything you’ve learned about managing pockets of time as a business owner is actually working against you?

In this episode, you’ll discover:
• Why traditional time management tips for moms might be holding you back
• A game-changing approach to motherhood and entrepreneurship that actually works
• How to transform scattered pockets of time into powerful business moments

This isn’t another “wake up at 5am” or “better planning” solution. This is about something entirely different… and it might just change everything about how you work.

Want to finally feel in control of your time without sacrificing your sanity? This episode is your permission slip to do business differently.

Question -

What’s your biggest time management struggle right now? Maybe it’s figuring out how to work in short bursts of time, or how to actually stick to a schedule when life keeps throwing curveballs. Share your challenges via form below - your question might inspire our next episode!

Click here for the form!

Get full show notes here!

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Quiz - What is your Biz Mom Time-Hacking Superpower?

About Dr. Celia (Psychiatrist and Coach for Mom Entrepreneurs)- I give ambitious Mom Business Owners a proven strategy to manage their schedule and reduce the mental load so they can get more done in small pockets of time they have— and start making the big moves in their business.

Have a question or a topic you would love to hear on Biz Mom Life? Send me a text!

Next Steps:

1️⃣ Make sure to follow/subscribe here in your app to get notified of the latest episodes

2️⃣ Join the weekly newsletter by taking the Biz Mom Time Hacking Superpower quiz.

3️⃣ If you love this podcast→ I would love it if you can leave a rating and review on Apple & Spotify? This would allow me to better support others in getting the help they need through this podcast.

Disclaimer -

The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only. While Dr. Celia discusses health-related topics, this content is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric advice. Dr. Celia Varghese is a medical doctor, but she is not your doctor or psychiatrist. If you need medical or psychiatric care, please consult your own healthcare professional. Neither Dr. Celia nor Mindset Coach MD LLC is liable for any errors or omissions, or for any harm resulting from not seeking proper medical advice.

Disclosure - Please note that some of the links may be affiliate links. Sometimes I share products I genuinely like and may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you.

What if your procrastination isn’t actually laziness, but your brain’s brilliant protection system at work? In this eye-opening episode, we’ll dive into the fascinating brain-based strategies that explain why high-achieving entrepreneur moms sometimes find themselves organizing sock drawers instead of tackling important tasks.

From the story of a successful friend avoiding a crucial speech to understanding the neuroscience of fear, in this episode we will uncover:

• The surprising reason you’re suddenly obsessed with cleaning when big tasks loom (and how fear affects the brain)
• The 3-step framework to transform avoidance into action (finally understanding why you keep procrastinating)
• How to rewire your brain’s response to challenges using simple dopamine-boosting techniques (your complete guide to how to deal with procrastination)
• The science-backed method for how to overcome procrastination once and for all

Plus, discover the simple yet powerful technique that helped my friend go from paralyzed with fear to crushing her speech… and how you can apply it to any challenge in your business.

Get full show notes here!

Mentioned Links

Quiz - What is Your Biz Mom Time-Hacking Superpower?

About Dr. Celia (Psychiatrist and Coach for Mom Entrepreneurs)- I give ambitious Mom Business Owners a proven strategy to manage their schedule and reduce the mental load so they can get more done in small pockets of time they have— and start making the big moves in their business.

Have a question or a topic you would love to hear on Biz Mom Life? Send me a text!

Next Steps:

1️⃣ Make sure to follow/subscribe here in your app to get notified of the latest episodes

2️⃣ Join the weekly newsletter by taking the Biz Mom Time Hacking Superpower quiz.

3️⃣ If you love this podcast→ I would love it if you can leave a rating and review on Apple & Spotify? This would allow me to better support others in getting the help they need through this podcast.

Disclaimer -

The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only. While Dr. Celia discusses health-related topics, this content is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric advice. Dr. Celia Varghese is a medical doctor, but she is not your doctor or psychiatrist. If you need medical or psychiatric care, please consult your own healthcare professional. Neither Dr. Celia nor Mindset Coach MD LLC is liable for any errors or omissions, or for any harm resulting from not seeking proper medical advice.

Disclosure - Please note that some of the links may be affiliate links. Sometimes I share products I genuinely like and may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you.