Mom Intentional | Overwhelm, Planning, Identity, Routines, Guilt, Habits, Purpose, Systems

64 | The Mom Identity Crisis: Stop "Shoulding" Yourself and Start Parenting on Purpose—with Amy Grace

💖 Hey Mama,
👉 Ready to find out what’s keeping you stuck in motherhood? Take the free Finding Mom Quiz and discover what’s holding you back—and the first step to feeling like you again.
Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I should be doing more… I should be more patient… I should be like her…”? That cycle of “shoulds” is exhausting—and it’s keeping you stuck in a Mom Identity Crisis.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by licensed therapist, author, and coach Amy Grace, a mom of six who knows firsthand the weight of unrealistic expectations. Amy shares how moms can stop “shoulding” themselves and start parenting on purpose—building a motherhood that actually fits your strengths, values, and vision.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, buried under guilt, or lost in motherhood, this episode is packed with the perspective shifts you need to find freedom and feel like yourself again.
Key Takeaways
Why the “perfect mom” image fuels overwhelm and keeps moms stuck
The difference between conviction guilt and comparison guilt—and why it matters
Amy’s Big 5 self-care foundations every mom needs (and how to actually fit them in)
How to connect with your kids in the “middle years” when they pull away
Why parenting with purpose matters more than packed schedules and endless activities
How to create your own motherhood based on identity, strengths, and values
Cheering you on 🎉,Aubree
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized📌 Book a Free Discovery call: momintentional.com/coaching
📌 Take the Finding Mom Quiz
📌 Everyday Supermoms Podcast
📌 Amy's Website
📌 Connect with Amy: @heyamygrace

63 | The Planning Trap Draining Moms: 3 Proven Fixes for Instant Joy

💖 Hey Mama,
Ever catch yourself running through the motions—school drop-offs, laundry, errands—and realize there’s nothing in your day that you’re actually looking forward to? It’s no wonder so many moms feel drained, lost in motherhood, and stuck in the cycle of overwhelm.
Here’s the truth: fun isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. When you don’t intentionally plan it in, joy gets buried under routines, responsibilities, and guilt. But the good news? With just a few simple planning tweaks, you can start sparking joy again—without overhauling your whole schedule.
In this episode, I’ll walk you through 3 intentional routines that help moms plan FUN into their days so you always have something to look forward to. These aren’t about adding more to your plate—they’re about using planning and routines to bring back your spark, calm, and excitement.
Key Takeaways
Why moms lose their sense of fun and how it impacts identity
How a seasonal “theme” can reset your routines and stop the daily grind
The weekly planning trick that guarantees you have joy on your calendar
Why achiever, nurturer, explorer, architect, and creative moms each need different types of fun
How to add daily treats without guilt—or blowing your goals or budget
The intentional planning shift that helps moms reclaim joy and feel like themselves again
Cheering you on 🎉,
Aubree
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized📌 Book a Free Discovery call: momintentional.com/coaching
📌 Take the Finding Mom Quiz
 

62 | How One Weekly Plan Can End the Tension and Restore Peace in Your Marriage

💖 Hey Mama,
Ever feel like you and your spouse are living parallel lives instead of truly connected? The miscommunication, the to-do list battles, the constant overwhelm—it’s enough to make your marriage feel lonely even when you’re under the same roof.
In this listener favorite episode, I’m sharing the exact weekly marriage routine my husband and I use to stop repeating the same arguments, improve our marriage communication, and actually work as a team again. We call it our Mug & Meeting—and it’s a game changer for calm, intentional connection.
If you’ve been longing for less tension, more teamwork, and a plan that keeps you both on the same page, this simple weekly system is where to start.
Key Takeaways
The #1 reason you and your spouse keep circling the same arguments
How a weekly marriage meeting ends the overwhelm without taking hours
The must-have list that eliminates nagging (and why it works)
Marriage communication tips to make your weekly meeting productive and positive
How to plan your week as a team so you’re less stressed and more connected
The small but powerful closing question that shifts your marriage energy instantly
Cheering you on 🎉,Aubree
 
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized
📌 Take the Finding Mom Quiz📌 Book Your Free Discovery Call
 

61 | 3 Routines Calm Moms Swear By to Beat School Year Overwhelm—Are You Missing One?

💖 Hey Mama,
The school year hasn’t even started yet, and already your mind is racing—drop-offs, lunch packing, forgotten folders, and the chaos of the morning rush. Sound familiar?
In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 daily routines that calm, intentional moms swear by to ditch school year overwhelm and actually enjoy their days again. These simple rhythms are what keep my home (and my sanity) together—and I promise, they’re easier to implement than you think.
If you're tired of starting the school year already behind, let’s fix that. These routines will help you move from reactive and rushed to calm and confident.
Key Takeaways
The epic mom fail that made me finally build a real morning system
What a “launch pad” routine is—and why every mom needs one
How an after-school reset clears the clutter and calms the chaos
Why nightly planning is your best friend during the school year
Easy ideas to build routines that actually fit your family
How these 3 routines eliminate daily overwhelm before it starts
Need Help Customizing a Routine That Actually Works for You?
If you've tried routines before and they never stick—or your family just doesn’t follow through—let’s change that.
Grab a free 30-minute SPARK Discovery Call with me!We’ll walk through what’s really making things feel heavy right now and map out a doable, personalized path forward.
No pressure. Just a powerful first step toward calm, clarity, and a school year that actually feels good.
 
Cheering you on 🎉Aubree
 
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized
📌 Take the Finding Mom Quiz📌 Book Your Free Discovery Call
 

60 | Do You Plan Your Worry? A 10-Minute Routine to Stop the Overwhelm Spiral

💖 Hey Mama,
If your brain ever spirals into what-ifs you can’t control… you’re not alone. Whether it’s health struggles, anxiety, or just the nonstop hum of motherhood—sometimes the mental load gets loud.
In this episode, I’m sharing a surprisingly powerful tool I’ve been using during a personal health setback: planning my worry.Yep. I’ve started giving my worry a routine—and it’s helped me stop the spiral, stay present, and find peace in the middle of the unknown.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or stuck in your thoughts, this is your permission slip to stop white-knuckling it and try something that actually helps.
Key Takeaways
Why overwhelm spirals out of control (and how to catch it early)
The emotional toll of chronic stress and how it hijacks your routines
A 10-minute planning strategy to contain worry and reclaim your mind
What to do when your old mindset tools stop working
How this intentional routine helped me show up again with peace and clarity
Why boundaries around your thoughts matter more than ever
Cheering you on 🎉Aubree
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized📌 Book a Free Discovery call: momintentional.com/coaching
📌 Take the Finding Mom Quiz
 

59 | From Deep Grief to Purposeful Living—Olivia Figuered's Journey Through Loss

💖 Hey Mama,
Have you taken the Finding Mom Quiz yet?If you’re feeling lost in motherhood or like you’ve forgotten who you are, this 2-minute quiz will help you uncover the part of yourself that’s been buried—and give you a plan to start feeling like you again.
What do you do when grief hits so hard it nearly swallows you—but you still have to keep showing up?
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Olivia Figuered, a mom of four who walked through the devastating loss of her sister. Her story is raw and real—but it’s also filled with quiet strength, faith, and the intentional decisions she made to keep going.
You’ll hear how Olivia moved through deep grief, learned to let go of the guilt of not doing it all, and rebuilt her identity in motherhood with a new sense of purpose.
If you’ve ever felt emotionally buried, lost in motherhood, or just too overwhelmed to move forward—this episode will remind you that peace is still possible.
Key Takeaways
What Olivia’s grief journey taught her about faith, purpose, and motherhood
The one question she asks when everything feels like too much
How she shifted from survival mode to intentional living
Why routines and planning couldn’t fix the overwhelm—but something else did
How a closet cleanout became a turning point for reclaiming her identity
Permission to show up imperfectly and still be purposeful
Cheering you on 🎉Aubree
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized📌 Book a Coaching Call: momintentional.com/coaching
📌 Take the Finding Mom Quiz
Olivia's Links:📌 Website📌 The Peaceful Presence Podcast📌 YouTube

58 | Minute of Intent: The 1-Step System I Use When I Feel Stuck in Overwhelm

💖 Hey Mama,
Ever feel like your brain just… shuts down?Like you’re frozen in place—not because you don’t care—but because the overwhelm is too much and you genuinely don’t know where to start?
In today’s Minute of Intent, I’m sharing the 1-step system I use when I feel stuck in that mental swirl of decision fatigue. It’s simple, powerful, and something you can try today—whether you're staring at a messy room, a long to-do list, or just feeling emotionally overloaded.
Key Takeaways
Why feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’re failing
How decision fatigue keeps you trapped in overwhelm
The exact 1-step system I use to break free
Why forward motion is more powerful than perfection
The question that snaps me out of mental spirals
How the Finding Mom Quiz can help you take your next right step
Cheering you on 🎉,Aubree
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized📌 Book a Coaching Call: momintentional.com/coaching
 

57 | The Danger of Drift—and the One Question Every Mom Needs to Snap Back to Purpose

💖 Hey Mama,
Have you ever looked up and thought… “How did I even get here?”You’ve been doing all the things—carpool, laundry, snack refills, to-do lists—but something still feels off. Like you’re moving, but not really living.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a story that literally stopped me in my tracks (and involved my car drifting into another mom’s 😳)… and how that moment helped me see what was happening in my life, too.
Because the truth is: drift doesn’t come with a warning label. It creeps in slowly, especially when we’re overwhelmed and buried in the mental load of motherhood. But there is a way back—and it starts with one simple, powerful question.
If you’ve been feeling off, stuck, or unsure of what you even want anymore… this one’s for you.
And if you're thinking, "Aubree, I don't even know who I am outside of being a mom…”—that’s exactly why I created the Finding Mom Quiz. It takes 2 minutes and helps you uncover which part of you is buried right now—so you can finally feel like yourself again.
Key Takeaways
The real reason moms drift without even realizing it
How “doing everything” can keep you stuck in survival mode
The top 3 signs you're drifting instead of living in alignment
A personal story that made me realize how disconnected I was
The exact question that helped me snap back to purpose
A simple first step to reconnect with your identity today
Cheering you on 🎉,Aubree
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized📌 Book a Coaching Call: momintentional.com/coaching

56 | Minute of Intent: Why Routines Never Stick—and the 30-Second Hack to Fix It

Feel like you’re failing at routines? You’re not. You just haven’t discovered what works for your wiring. Take the Finding Mom Quiz now—it’s the first step to ditching overwhelm and finally building a life that fits you.
 
💖 Hey Mama,
Ever feel like no matter how many routines you try, nothing actually sticks? You plan the schedule, set the goals, and do your best to stay consistent—but a few days in, it all unravels.
I’ve been there. And what if I told you… the problem isn’t your routine?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 30-second mindset hack that changed everything for me—and helped me finally enjoy my routines instead of resenting them. This one tiny shift in language turned daily chaos into calm, and it’s a trick I still use every single day.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or like a failure for not following through… this one’s for you.
Key Takeaways
Why your self-talk may be sabotaging your routines
How one tiny word change can make a big emotional shift
The real reason you feel resistance around planning and structure
A 30-second mindset reset you can use in any chaotic moment
What to say instead of “I have to…” that instantly boosts motivation
How language is directly tied to your identity and follow-through
Cheering you on 🎉,Aubree
 
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized📌 Book a Coaching Call: momintentional.com/coaching

55 | You’re Not Overwhelmed, Your Nervous System Is & The Plan You Need to Fix it with Lesley Alberts

💖 Hey Mama,
✨ Before we dive in—have you taken the Finding Mom Quiz yet?It’s totally free inside my Facebook group, Mom Life Organized, and in just a few minutes, you’ll discover your unique mom superpower and get personalized tips to reclaim your time, build better routines, and feel like you again.➡️ Take the quiz now inside the group—it's a total game changer!
Ever feel like your body just won’t calm down—no matter how hard you try?
Snapping at the kids. Constant anxiety. Overreacting to things you know shouldn’t bother you. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And guess what? You’re also not broken.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by nervous system coach Lesley Alberts, who shares why so many moms are stuck in survival mode—not because they’re doing anything wrong, but because their nervous system is screaming for support.
We’re talking about the real reason behind your overwhelm, what your body is trying to tell you, and the step-by-step plan to feel calm, grounded, and like yourself again—even in the chaos of mom life.
Key Takeaways
Why it’s not just anxiety—it’s nervous system dysregulation
The 4 stress responses: fight, flight, freeze, and fawn
How to tell if your nervous system is keeping you stuck
Practical grounding tools you can use today
Why emotional regulation is the key to reclaiming your identity
How to help your kids co-regulate and feel safe too
The plan to reset your nervous system and your motherhood
Cheering you on 🎉,Aubree
Links and Resources:
📌 Email: hello@momintentional.com📌 Facebook Community: Mom Life Organized📌 Book a Coaching Call: momintentional.com/coaching
📌 Leslie's Podcast:The Grounded Mama
📌 Leslie's Website