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Do you struggle to follow through with what you want to do? Do you commit to doing something different or better, only to end up doing the opposite of what you know you should? You are NOT alone. Every woman I know and work with wrestles with self-sabotage.
In this episode, I delve into what's really going on when you self-sabotage and, most importantly, how to finally stop sabotaging yourself for good.
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Ready to take radical responsibility for your own happiness so your kids see you living your best life and know that’s possible for them, too? The Happy Mom ProtocolTM will fundamentally change your perspective on prioritizing your happiness above all else and equips you with six simple “Happiness Habits” that are scientifically PROVEN to help you be significantly happier in just seven days!
Join the Moms Making TimeTM Society to get the structure, resources, motivation, accountability, and SUPPORT you need to reclaim your time, rediscover yourself, and reignite your joy so your whole family can flourish. Every month you’ll be guided through a new personal development theme based on the life-changing principles of seasonal living.
HOMEWORK:
Your homework for this episode is to identify one area where you tend to sabotage yourself. Journal on what you think might really be going on based on all we covered, then commit to one or more of the techniques mentioned for NOT succumbing to self-sabotage in the future. Share your answers with me via email or DM me on Instagram @solutionsforsimplicity.
COMING UP NEXT:
Join me back next episode to learn about attachment styles and how childhood experiences shape your—and your kids’—degree and kind of connection to others.
Don't miss my powerful on-demand masterclass, "13 Things Nobody's Telling You About Your Nervous System," that dispels the common myths and misleading advice out there about capacity, emotional regulation, and so much more: https://solutionsforsimplicity.thrivecart.com/13things/
Loving this podcast? Please help it get found by more listeners by taking quick minute to leave a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Take a screenshot of your text review before you submit it, then email that to [email protected] and I'll send you my powerful Happy Mom Protocol™ (a $297 value) FOR FREE!
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How do you know if you're winning or losing at parenting? As a mom, you want to get it RIGHT: to know you're doing a good job, that all the hardship and self-sacrifice you're enduring is paying off. The stakes feel so high—maybe higher than any other area of your life—because this is your kids we're talking about! Getting it “wrong” can have big implications for their future life.
In this episode, I offer my definition of what it really means to be winning at parenting, sharing three of my own recent wins and two very painful “losses” as examples.
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Ready to take radical responsibility for your own happiness so your kids see you living your best life and know that’s possible for them, too? The Happy Mom ProtocolTM will fundamentally change your perspective on prioritizing your happiness above all else and equips you with six simple “Happiness Habits” that are scientifically PROVEN to help you be significantly happier in just seven days!
Join the Moms Making TimeTM Society to get the structure, resources, motivation, accountability, and SUPPORT you need to reclaim your time, rediscover yourself, and reignite your joy so your whole family can flourish. Every month you’ll be guided through a new personal development theme based on the life-changing principles of seasonal living.
HOMEWORK:
Your homework for today is reflect on the last time you “won” at parenting. Why? Start keeping a record of your winning at parenting moments to document that you are a good mom. I’d be honored if you shared your answers with me via email or DM me on Instagram @solutionsforsimplicity.
COMING UP NEXT:
Join me back next episode to learn about attachment styles and how childhood experiences shape your—and your kids’—degree and kind of connection to others.
Don't miss my powerful on-demand masterclass, "13 Things Nobody's Telling You About Your Nervous System," that dispels the common myths and misleading advice out there about capacity, emotional regulation, and so much more: https://solutionsforsimplicity.thrivecart.com/13things/
Loving this podcast? Please help it get found by more listeners by taking quick minute to leave a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Take a screenshot of your text review before you submit it, then email that to [email protected] and I'll send you my powerful Happy Mom Protocol™ (a $297 value) FOR FREE!
CONNECT WITH AMBER: Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
Ready to finally get to the root of your problems and change your life FOR GOOD? Book your free 60-minute consult to learn more about working 1:1 with Dr. Amber.
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Every mom wants to give their kids the world: to spare them from hardship, set them up for success, & see them be happy. Yet that’s NOT what your kids need from you the most!
The greatest gift a mom can give her kids isn’t stuff. It’s not even time & attention. What your kids need most is to see you take ownership of your OWN happiness! To model healthy emotional regulation & self-empowerment so they don’t fall victim to four harmful outcomes: parentification, insecure attachment, risky behavior, or the belief that happiness is out of reach for them, too.
I underscore all the reasons why moms’ mental health & happiness are absolutely ESSENTIAL for your kids’ wellbeing, both now & in the future. I share two personal examples along with a client’s experience wrestling with unhappiness to convey the impact that your (un)happiness has on your kids & why it’s so, SO crucial you prioritize your own joy.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:
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Ready to take radical responsibility for your own happiness so your kids know a great life is possible for them, too? The Happy Mom ProtocolTM equips you with six simple “Happiness Habits” that are scientifically PROVEN to help you be significantly happier in just seven days!
Join the Moms Making TimeTM Society to reclaim your time, rediscover yourself, & reignite your joy so your whole family can flourish.
HOMEWORK:
Your homework for today is to reflect on what was modeled for you regarding happiness. To whom or what have you delegated your happiness? What do you think will make you happier? Share your answers with me via email or DM me on Instagram.
COMING UP NEXT:
Join me next episode to talk about what it means to be “winning” or “losing” at parenting. I'll share some of my recent wins & losses as examples to help you put your own struggles in new perspective.
Don't miss my powerful on-demand masterclass, "13 Things Nobody's Telling You About Your Nervous System," that dispels the common myths and misleading advice out there about capacity, emotional regulation, and so much more: https://solutionsforsimplicity.thrivecart.com/13things/
Loving this podcast? Please help it get found by more listeners by taking quick minute to leave a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Take a screenshot of your text review before you submit it, then email that to [email protected] and I'll send you my powerful Happy Mom Protocol™ (a $297 value) FOR FREE!
CONNECT WITH AMBER: Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
Ready to finally get to the root of your problems and change your life FOR GOOD? Book your free 60-minute consult to learn more about working 1:1 with Dr. Amber.
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As a busy mom, there’s so much you dream of doing for yourself and yet every time you think you’re finally going to get to it, something else gets in the way. In this episode, I share a recent struggle I had that exemplifies the challenge EVERY mom faces anytime you wants to steal away and do something for you. Through it all, there are six ultimate truths that you should expect to encounter so they don’t throw you off when (not if) they arise.
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Curious to learn more about your body’s four natural energy rhythms? Listen to Episode 10 (“Why Everything Always Feels SO Hard: 2 Culprits You Can’t Ignore”)
Join the Moms Making TimeTM Society to get the structure, resources, motivation, accountability, and SUPPORT you need to reclaim your time, rediscover yourself, and reignite your joy so your whole family can flourish. Every month you’ll be guided through a new personal development theme based on the life-changing principles of seasonal living.
HOMEWORK:
Your homework is to think of the last time you wanted to do something and just couldn't make it happen. Why? Who or what did you blame? How did you feel? Did you let yourself spin out in unhelpful mind drama. What impact did that have on your family? And most importantly, what did you learn from that experience? How can you find that elusive balance between prioritizing yourself & what you love with maintaining your sleep & wellbeing and being the wife & mom you want to be for those you love?
COMING UP NEXT:
Join me back next episode to talk about the greatest gift you can give your kids and why it is sooooo important that you do.
Don't miss my powerful on-demand masterclass, "13 Things Nobody's Telling You About Your Nervous System," that dispels the common myths and misleading advice out there about capacity, emotional regulation, and so much more: https://solutionsforsimplicity.thrivecart.com/13things/
Loving this podcast? Please help it get found by more listeners by taking quick minute to leave a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Take a screenshot of your text review before you submit it, then email that to [email protected] and I'll send you my powerful Happy Mom Protocol™ (a $297 value) FOR FREE!
CONNECT WITH AMBER: Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
Ready to finally get to the root of your problems and change your life FOR GOOD? Book your free 60-minute consult to learn more about working 1:1 with Dr. Amber.
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How would you describe your current life: awful, okay, or amazing? In this episode, I break down the three distinct stages of personal growth ALL moms go through (what I call Triage, Transformation, and Triumph) so you can identify where you’re at in your own self-development journey and get the tools you need to advance to the next level, regardless of where you’re starting from.
After six+ years of working with overwhelmed women (not to mention my own hard experience dealing with stress & grief), I’ve identified three clear phases of personal development that we ALL go through. Today I want to break those down for you so you know what they are, what their signs and symptoms are, the root problem in each phase, and of course a host of solutions to help you progress OUT of that phase as quickly as possible. Along the way, I’ll also share a bit of my own journey to give you concrete examples and NORMALIZE the kinds of challenges you face in each one.
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Don’t EVER be afraid to ask for help! If you’re in a dark place, call the Suicide Hotline at 988 or chat free with a mental health volunteer.
Snag my FREE “Everyday Essentials” checklist of 18 simple, proven things to boost mental health & wellbeing.
Curious to learn more about your body’s four natural energy rhythms? Listen to Episode 10 (“Why Everything Always Feels SO Hard: 2 Culprits You Can’t Ignore”)
Join the Moms Making TimeTM Society to get the structure, resources, motivation, accountability, and SUPPORT you need to reclaim your time, rediscover yourself, and reignite your joy so your whole family can flourish. Every month you’ll be guided through a new personal development theme based on the life-changing principles of seasonal living.
HOMEWORK:
Your homework is to identify which stage of personal development YOU are in: Triage, Transformation, or Triumph. My FREE Life Assessment on “35 Signs You Need to Simplify Your Life” will not only help you do that, but gives you actionable solutions tailored to your specific results. Share your thoughts with me via email or DM if you'd like personalized feedback!
COMING UP NEXT:
Don’t miss next episode where I’ll share a recent struggle I had that epitomizes ALL moms’ pain points when it comes to time. If making time for everything you want to do feels impossible, you’re not alone. As you’ll learn in the next episode, how you handle those stressful struggles make all the difference and hearing my experience will equip you with a powerful alternative perspective for the next time you face a similar challenge.
Don't miss my powerful on-demand masterclass, "13 Things Nobody's Telling You About Your Nervous System," that dispels the common myths and misleading advice out there about capacity, emotional regulation, and so much more: https://solutionsforsimplicity.thrivecart.com/13things/
Loving this podcast? Please help it get found by more listeners by taking quick minute to leave a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Take a screenshot of your text review before you submit it, then email that to [email protected] and I'll send you my powerful Happy Mom Protocol™ (a $297 value) FOR FREE!
CONNECT WITH AMBER: Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
Ready to finally get to the root of your problems and change your life FOR GOOD? Book your free 60-minute consult to learn more about working 1:1 with Dr. Amber.
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What if you’ve been planning your life all wrong? What if things didn’t have to feel so dang hard all the time?
In this episode, you’ll learn all about the forgotten wisdom of seasonal living: that is, aligning your activities and expectations with what’s feasible for that specific time of YEAR.
The hidden truth is that planning the same way all year long only sets you up for hardship because no two months are the same.
After reviewing what past societies knew and honored yet our modern one ignores, I break down four different seasons based on moms’ ever-shifting needs and schedules.
You’ll learn why intentionally recalibrating your goals, tasks, and commitments according to the changing rhythm of nature is key for productivity, happiness, and success.
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Join the Moms Making TimeTM Society to get the structure, resources, motivation, accountability, and SUPPORT you need to reclaim your time, rediscover yourself, and reignite your joy so your whole family can flourish. Every month you’ll be guided through a new personal development theme based on the life-changing principles of seasonal living.
HOMEWORK:
Your homework for today is to reflect on the extent to which you’ve ever experienced misalignment or extra stress from attempting the certain things at the “wrong” time of year. Moving forward, how do you want to feel this summer and beyond? What does your personal and family life look like right now? Is it a season for working hard and achieving, or for gently pulling back and relaxing? When do you think that will flip and why? Share your thoughts with me via email or DM if you'd like personalized feedback!
COMING UP NEXT:
Don’t miss next episode where I’m going to walk you through the three stages of personal growth to help you identify which stage you’re in and which specific tools and resources are best suited for where you’re at in your journey. Spoiler alert: these aren’t necessarily linear and it’s certainly not a one-way path where once you arrive at a certain point you stay there so it’s crucial to get these tips and be prepared for life’s next curveball.
Don't miss my powerful on-demand masterclass, "13 Things Nobody's Telling You About Your Nervous System," that dispels the common myths and misleading advice out there about capacity, emotional regulation, and so much more: https://solutionsforsimplicity.thrivecart.com/13things/
Loving this podcast? Please help it get found by more listeners by taking quick minute to leave a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Take a screenshot of your text review before you submit it, then email that to [email protected] and I'll send you my powerful Happy Mom Protocol™ (a $297 value) FOR FREE!
CONNECT WITH AMBER: Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
Ready to finally get to the root of your problems and change your life FOR GOOD? Book your free 60-minute consult to learn more about working 1:1 with Dr. Amber.
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When you’re stressed and overwhelmed, people naturally offer well-intentioned advice but there’s one thing that inevitably just makes you feel WORSE.
In this episode, we’re breaking down what that is, why it’s so triggering, and what a stressed out mom really needs in that moment instead.
Whether you’re the stressed out mom in this scenario OR the one trying to offer “help”, you can’t afford to miss this deep-dive into how moms’ stress is rooted in a deep, even subconscious, belief you have to earn your self-worth and thus any insinuation you should do less just sends your body into a threat response.
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Join the Moms Making Time™ Society to get the structure, resources, motivation, accountability, and SUPPORT you need to reclaim your time and rediscover yourself so your whole family can flourish.
Must read: The Five Love Languages
HOMEWORK:
Consider the extent to which all this applies to you. Notice how you feel, both emotionally and physically in your body, when someone comments on how much you’re doing or insinuates either that you should do less or aren’t doing enough. Then next time that situation arises, simply pause and remind yourself in that moment that you are safe, you DON’T ever have to earn love & belonging, and no matter what anyone else thinks you know you’re coming from the best of intentions. Share your thoughts with me via email or DM if you'd like personalized feedback!
COMING UP NEXT:
Don’t miss next episode where we’ll delve into the science-backed art of seasonal living: what it is, why it’s so beneficial, how to do it right, and more. This is a complete game changer for busy mamas striving to live a more purposeful and productive life!
Don't miss my powerful on-demand masterclass, "13 Things Nobody's Telling You About Your Nervous System," that dispels the common myths and misleading advice out there about capacity, emotional regulation, and so much more: https://solutionsforsimplicity.thrivecart.com/13things/
Loving this podcast? Please help it get found by more listeners by taking quick minute to leave a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Take a screenshot of your text review before you submit it, then email that to [email protected] and I'll send you my powerful Happy Mom Protocol™ (a $297 value) FOR FREE!
CONNECT WITH AMBER: Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
Ready to finally get to the root of your problems and change your life FOR GOOD? Book your free 60-minute consult to learn more about working 1:1 with Dr. Amber.
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You juggle so much and work so hard…so why does it never feel like enough? Because you’ve been lied to.
In this powerful episode, I share three big myths about time that you, like me, surely fell for. These harmful false beliefs are so common that you might not even realize how strongly they pervade your everyday actions—but they really set you up for misery, if not failure.
Don’t worry: I break down what these three time management myths are, where they come from, and why they’re so devious along with the TRUTH you really need to know instead.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:
HOMEWORK:
Journal about your pre-existing thoughts and beliefs about time. What does time represent to you? Where have those thoughts come from? What messages did you receive about time and how you spend it growing up? Then step back and get curious: Do you still think all those things are true? Why or why not? What do you want to believe about time? And which of the three myths covered in this episode feels most prevalent for you? Share your thoughts with me via email or Instagram DM if you'd like personalized feedback!
COMING UP NEXT:
Ever gotten annoyed or enraged when someone tells you to “relax”, “let it go,” or “just do less”? In the next episode, I’ll unpack why these are the exact WORSE advice you can give to a busy mom trying to balance it all.
Don't miss my powerful on-demand masterclass, "13 Things Nobody's Telling You About Your Nervous System," that dispels the common myths and misleading advice out there about capacity, emotional regulation, and so much more: https://solutionsforsimplicity.thrivecart.com/13things/
Loving this podcast? Please help it get found by more listeners by taking quick minute to leave a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Take a screenshot of your text review before you submit it, then email that to [email protected] and I'll send you my powerful Happy Mom Protocol™ (a $297 value) FOR FREE!
CONNECT WITH AMBER: Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
Ready to finally get to the root of your problems and change your life FOR GOOD? Book your free 60-minute consult to learn more about working 1:1 with Dr. Amber.
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No one prepares you for the brutal reality that after having kids, your time is no longer your own. And yet, you NEED time for you in order to catch your breath, recharge your batteries, and show back up as the best version of yourself for your loved ones.
Neglecting yourself and your desires only sets everyone up for disaster. (Ask me how I know!!!) Putting yourself at the bottom of your to-do list isn't healthy or sustainable, and actually makes your family worse off in the long-term (Institute for Family Studies 2019).
Carving out time for yourself feels impossible, but that's only because you haven't had the structure, resources, motivation, accountability, and SUPPORT you need to make it happen.
The Moms Making Time Society™ solves all that!!!
This community equips you with EVERYTHING you need to prioritize yourself and your passions so you (and your family!) can flourish.
Everything is intentionally curated around moms' ever-changing real life.
There's no pressure or falling behind, just powerful tools & gentle encouragement to help you minimize the distractions & excuses that have been keeping you stuck.
We start June 1st, 2025...are you joining us? Grab your exclusive founding-member rate here while you can!
CONNECT WITH AMBER: Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
Ready to finally get to the root of your problems and change your life FOR GOOD? Book your free 60-minute consult to learn more about working 1:1 with Dr. Amber.
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The #1 thing busy moms think they need to be productive is more time, but that’s a lie. There are actually THREE crucial things you need way more.
Without these three things, you’re unlikely to be truly productive—even if you had all the time in the world!
In this episode, you’ll learn why and how prioritization, energy, and self-worth that’s unchanged no matter how much you do (or don’t do!) are at the heart of everything it takes to get things done and FEEL GOOD doing it.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:
Want to steal my signature formula for prioritizing tasks? Grab my FREE Pinpoint Your Priorities Playbook HERE. (You can also get my fillable, printable Pinpoint Your Priorities Digital Worksheet HERE.)
Want to learn more about your body’s four natural energy rhythms? Snag my FREE guide entitled, “Empowered: The Hidden Secret to Getting MORE Done Easier Than Ever” HERE.
HOMEWORK:
Pick ONE of these three things (prioritization, energy, or nervous system health) that you want to commit to learning more about and improving moving forward. Email me or send me a DM on Instagram to let me know which one you're choosing and why so I can cheer you on and recommend additional resources to help.
COMING UP NEXT:
Don’t miss next week’s episode where I’ll dispel three huge MYTHS about time that are preventing you from being efficient and effective with however much time you have.
Don't miss my powerful on-demand masterclass, "13 Things Nobody's Telling You About Your Nervous System," that dispels the common myths and misleading advice out there about capacity, emotional regulation, and so much more: https://solutionsforsimplicity.thrivecart.com/13things/
Loving this podcast? Please help it get found by more listeners by taking quick minute to leave a rating & review in Apple Podcasts. Take a screenshot of your text review before you submit it, then email that to [email protected] and I'll send you my powerful Happy Mom Protocol™ (a $297 value) FOR FREE!
CONNECT WITH AMBER: Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
Ready to finally get to the root of your problems and change your life FOR GOOD? Book your free 60-minute consult to learn more about working 1:1 with Dr. Amber.
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Are you a worn-out mom who used to be the star of the office, spend 45 minutes doing your hair and makeup, and take romantic getaways before you had kids…but now you’re constantly behind and out of…
Welcome to the club. If you’re paralyzed by what to do first whenever you miraculously find 15 free minutes and fall asleep in tears because you’ve always tried to do everything right but now it feels so wrong, you are NOT alone. I went crazy trying to “balance” it all and believing other experts who tell you to just wake up earlier or manage your time better. Turns out you’re not the problem; toxic productivity culture has led you to equate your self-worth with what you have to show for your time.
I’ve spent years applying my PhD research skills to find scientifically proven strategies for keeping up without burning out—then tailoring them for busy mamas whose hands, hearts, and schedules are fuller than they ever imagined. Now I’ve helped dozens of other women discover the hidden causes behind your stress so you can reclaim your time, restore your energy, rediscover your identity, and look back in 20 years with pride instead of regret.
Join me, Dr. Amber Curtis—certified life coach, behavioral science professor, public speaker, devoted wife, and mom of four—every Tuesday for real, raw stories and actionable advice on productivity, organization, time management, and that elusive thing we call work-life “balance” so you can be the happy, present wife and mom you dream of without sacrificing the talents you’re meant to share with the world.
Ready to make more time for YOU? Hit play and make sure to tune in for new episodes every Tuesday.
It's time to take back your life for who and what you love. You’ll soon realize “time” was never the problem after all.