338. Summer Podcast Mini-Series: How to Work With Kids at Home: 3 Summer Work Blocks That Align With Your Real Life & Core Values (Episode 3) | Routines, Schedules, Time Management, Time Blocking, Planning, Plan, Organize, Family, Parenting
Episode 2: Summer Podcast Mini-Series: Peaceful Workdays With Kids Home: 3 Summer Time Blocks That Save Your Sanity
Trying to get work done with kids home 24/7 this summer?
You’re not alone. The constant interruptions, noise, and unpredictability can make even the simplest task feel impossible.
But here’s the truth: You don’t need to hustle harder—you need smarter rhythms that honor both your work goals and your family life.
In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple, powerful summer work blocks that actually work with your real life, not against it. You'll also learn how to use habit stacking (a game-changer from Atomic Habits by James Clear) to make these time blocks stick—so you can finally focus, get things done, and be present with your family.
In this episode you'll learn:
✅ The 3 best time blocks for summer work when kids are home ✅ How to align your work with your energy, season, and values ✅ Simple ways to stack work habits onto existing routines
✅ Why you don’t need more time—you need more intention
✅ How to protect your peace, purpose, and presence while working from home
[2:40] Why working all day doesn’t work—and what to do instead
[5:15] Morning Power Hour – How to do your best work before breakfast
[10:05] Midday Reset – How to get a second wind during nap or quiet time
[15:12] Nightly Wrap-Up – How to tie up loose ends without sacrificing sleep
[19:30] Habit stacking tips to anchor your work blocks with ease
[23:44] What truly matters—and how to let go of the rest
[26:05] Your next step to simplify your schedule & thrive this summer
“You were never meant to sacrifice your sleep, your health, or your family time in order to succeed.”
– Kim, High Five Motherhood
“A calm environment creates space for deep work. You don’t need hours. You need intention.” – HFM, Episode 313
🧭 HFM Productivity Planner – Plan your ideal summer schedule using intentional time blocks
🧘♀️ Atomic Habits by James Clear – Learn how to make new habits stick using habit stacking
🌞 Thrive Tribe Summer Summit – Your all-in-one system for a peaceful, productive, joy-filled summer
Ready to stop surviving and start thriving this summer?
>>>Join the Thrive Tribe Summer Summit and get my exact Summer Systems & Routines that I have created & perfected over the years that have helped my family thrive & I know they will help yours too! Stop Summer survival mode and start thriving Mama!
📥 Grab your HFM Productivity Planner to start thriving here 👉 The Planner
Let’s align your work life with what matters most—and thrive from the inside out.
🎧 Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | & more! Follow @kim_high_five_motherhood on Instagram 📩
Let’s Connect!🙌 High Five, Mama. You’ve got this.
XO, Kim💛
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338. Summer Podcast Mini-Series: How to Work With Kids at Home: 3 Summer Work Blocks That Align With Your Real Life & Core Values (Episode 3) | Routines, Schedules, Time Management, Time Blocking, Planning, Plan, Organize, Family, Parenting
Episode 2: Summer Podcast Mini-Series: Peaceful Workdays With Kids Home: 3 Summer Time Blocks That Save Your Sanity
Trying to get work done with kids home 24/7 this summer?
You’re not alone. The constant interruptions, noise, and unpredictability can make even the simplest task feel impossible.
But here’s the truth: You don’t need to hustle harder—you need smarter rhythms that honor both your work goals and your family life.
In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple, powerful summer work blocks that actually work with your real life, not against it. You'll also learn how to use habit stacking (a game-changer from Atomic Habits by James Clear) to make these time blocks stick—so you can finally focus, get things done, and be present with your family.
In this episode you'll learn:
✅ The 3 best time blocks for summer work when kids are home ✅ How to align your work with your energy, season, and values ✅ Simple ways to stack work habits onto existing routines
✅ Why you don’t need more time—you need more intention
✅ How to protect your peace, purpose, and presence while working from home
[2:40] Why working all day doesn’t work—and what to do instead
[5:15] Morning Power Hour – How to do your best work before breakfast
[10:05] Midday Reset – How to get a second wind during nap or quiet time
[15:12] Nightly Wrap-Up – How to tie up loose ends without sacrificing sleep
[19:30] Habit stacking tips to anchor your work blocks with ease
[23:44] What truly matters—and how to let go of the rest
[26:05] Your next step to simplify your schedule & thrive this summer
“You were never meant to sacrifice your sleep, your health, or your family time in order to succeed.”
– Kim, High Five Motherhood
“A calm environment creates space for deep work. You don’t need hours. You need intention.” – HFM, Episode 313
🧭 HFM Productivity Planner – Plan your ideal summer schedule using intentional time blocks
🧘♀️ Atomic Habits by James Clear – Learn how to make new habits stick using habit stacking
🌞 Thrive Tribe Summer Summit – Your all-in-one system for a peaceful, productive, joy-filled summer
Ready to stop surviving and start thriving this summer?
>>>Join the Thrive Tribe Summer Summit and get my exact Summer Systems & Routines that I have created & perfected over the years that have helped my family thrive & I know they will help yours too! Stop Summer survival mode and start thriving Mama!
📥 Grab your HFM Productivity Planner to start thriving here 👉 The Planner
Let’s align your work life with what matters most—and thrive from the inside out.
🎧 Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | & more! Follow @kim_high_five_motherhood on Instagram 📩
Let’s Connect!🙌 High Five, Mama. You’ve got this.
XO, Kim💛
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