đď¸ Episode 331 | Weekly Clarity Reset: The Simple Check-In That Helps Busy Moms Get Focused, Energized, and Ready for the Week Ahead | Routines, Schedules, Time Blocking, Home, Time Management, Self Care, Moms, Spring Cleaning, Balance, Burnout, Overwhelm, Energy, Rhythms, Rituals, Habits, Goals, Mom Life
Do you ever feel like your brain is one giant open tab and you canât even remember what you were supposed to do next? Between school events, meal planning, spring cleaning, and vacation prep, itâs easy to feel like youâre drowning in mental clutter.
In this episode, Kim shares a simple but powerful 7-step weekly check-in methodâthe C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. Check-Inâthat helps busy moms reset, refocus, and reclaim their week with intention and ease.
Whether youâre constantly in reactive mode or just feel scattered and tired at the start of each week, this episode will help you clear the noise, plan with purpose, and protect your energy like a pro. đ
⨠What You'll Learn:
How to declutter your brain with a 5-minute "Mind Sweep"
The 7 steps of the C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. Check-In and how to use them
Why planning your week around your energy, not just time, is a game changer
How to reconnect with your seasonal goals and focus on what actually matters
The âA.D.E.â Method to help you automate, delegate, or eliminate your to-dos
đĄ Episode Highlights:
C â Clear the Mental Clutter - Do a 5-minute âmind sweepâ to dump all your thoughts, to-dos, worries, and ideas into your planner so your brain can breathe.
L â Look at the Week Ahead - Review your calendar and family command center so youâre not blindsided by last-minute prep or events.
A â Align with Your Priorities - Pause to reconnect with your seasonal goals, vision board, and affirmations before diving into your plan.
R â Remove Whatâs Not Essential - Use the A.D.E. filter to eliminate energy-wasting tasks and keep your week focused and doable.
I â Intentionally Time Block - Map out your week in time blocks and plan a weekly âprep seshâ to get meals, routines, and goals ready.
T â Tend to Your Energy - Do a quick âEnergy Auditâ to identify what lifts you up and what drains youâand adjust accordingly.
Y â Yes to "Soul-Filling" Moments - Donât forget to fill your cup. Schedule small moments of joy, connection, and restâeven if itâs just 5 minutes.
đ§ Research-Backed Insights:
Brain dumps help clear mental clutter and improve focus (University of Michigan study)
Anticipatory planning reduces cortisol and increases productivity (American Psychological Association)
Visualization activates motivation centers in the brain (Dr. David R. Hamilton)
Time blocking decreases distractions by 80% (Cal Newport, Deep Work)
Energy management is essential for long-term productivity (Harvard Business Review)
Short joy practices boost mood and reduce burnout (Journal of Positive Psychology)
đĽ Your Next Step:
⨠Take 5 minutes today to do a brain dumpâjust start with the "C" in C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. Youâll be amazed how much clarity you feel once itâs all out of your head.
đ Ready to Plan with Purpose?
Grab your HFM Productivity Planner and use the built-in weekly check-in tools to start your clarity habit today!
đ Get yours at: www.highfivemotherhood.com/shop
đ˛ Share the Love:
Loved this episode?
Share it with a fellow mama who needs a weekly clarity reset, and donât forget to tag @highfivemotherhood on Instagram so I can cheer you on!
Keep on Thriving Friend!
XO, Kim
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đď¸ Episode 331 | Weekly Clarity Reset: The Simple Check-In That Helps Busy Moms Get Focused, Energized, and Ready for the Week Ahead | Routines, Schedules, Time Blocking, Home, Time Management, Self Care, Moms, Spring Cleaning, Balance, Burnout, Overwhelm, Energy, Rhythms, Rituals, Habits, Goals, Mom Life
Do you ever feel like your brain is one giant open tab and you canât even remember what you were supposed to do next? Between school events, meal planning, spring cleaning, and vacation prep, itâs easy to feel like youâre drowning in mental clutter.
In this episode, Kim shares a simple but powerful 7-step weekly check-in methodâthe C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. Check-Inâthat helps busy moms reset, refocus, and reclaim their week with intention and ease.
Whether youâre constantly in reactive mode or just feel scattered and tired at the start of each week, this episode will help you clear the noise, plan with purpose, and protect your energy like a pro. đ
⨠What You'll Learn:
How to declutter your brain with a 5-minute "Mind Sweep"
The 7 steps of the C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. Check-In and how to use them
Why planning your week around your energy, not just time, is a game changer
How to reconnect with your seasonal goals and focus on what actually matters
The âA.D.E.â Method to help you automate, delegate, or eliminate your to-dos
đĄ Episode Highlights:
C â Clear the Mental Clutter - Do a 5-minute âmind sweepâ to dump all your thoughts, to-dos, worries, and ideas into your planner so your brain can breathe.
L â Look at the Week Ahead - Review your calendar and family command center so youâre not blindsided by last-minute prep or events.
A â Align with Your Priorities - Pause to reconnect with your seasonal goals, vision board, and affirmations before diving into your plan.
R â Remove Whatâs Not Essential - Use the A.D.E. filter to eliminate energy-wasting tasks and keep your week focused and doable.
I â Intentionally Time Block - Map out your week in time blocks and plan a weekly âprep seshâ to get meals, routines, and goals ready.
T â Tend to Your Energy - Do a quick âEnergy Auditâ to identify what lifts you up and what drains youâand adjust accordingly.
Y â Yes to "Soul-Filling" Moments - Donât forget to fill your cup. Schedule small moments of joy, connection, and restâeven if itâs just 5 minutes.
đ§ Research-Backed Insights:
Brain dumps help clear mental clutter and improve focus (University of Michigan study)
Anticipatory planning reduces cortisol and increases productivity (American Psychological Association)
Visualization activates motivation centers in the brain (Dr. David R. Hamilton)
Time blocking decreases distractions by 80% (Cal Newport, Deep Work)
Energy management is essential for long-term productivity (Harvard Business Review)
Short joy practices boost mood and reduce burnout (Journal of Positive Psychology)
đĽ Your Next Step:
⨠Take 5 minutes today to do a brain dumpâjust start with the "C" in C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. Youâll be amazed how much clarity you feel once itâs all out of your head.
đ Ready to Plan with Purpose?
Grab your HFM Productivity Planner and use the built-in weekly check-in tools to start your clarity habit today!
đ Get yours at: www.highfivemotherhood.com/shop
đ˛ Share the Love:
Loved this episode?
Share it with a fellow mama who needs a weekly clarity reset, and donât forget to tag @highfivemotherhood on Instagram so I can cheer you on!
Keep on Thriving Friend!
XO, Kim
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