Why do we treat the start of the school year like a sprint… when it’s actually a marathon?

In this episode of Cozy Notes, we’re talking about that frantic back-to-school energy—the supplies, the sign-ups, the packed calendar—and how it leaves so many of us (and our kids) burned out before October even hits. Whether your kids are homeschooled or in traditional school, the pressure to do all the things right away is real.

But here’s the thing: you don’t have to do it that way this year.

We’ll dig into:

* Why we confuse excitement with urgency

* The “good mom” myth that drives us to overcommit

* What really happens when we start the year too hard

* How to build softer, saner rhythms that actually last

✨ This is your reminder that you don’t have to do it all, all at once. Start with what matters most—connection, rest, and rhythm—and let the rest unfold.

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If this episode gave you a little sigh of relief, would you do me a quick favor? Share it with a friend who’s already knee-deep in the back-to-school chaos, or leave a review on Apple or Spotify. It helps so much, and I’m so grateful you’re here.

xo, Xuan

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