Previously the Small Jar Podcast

Motivation can feel like a mystery—especially when you're a mom juggling teens, college kids, work, and the emotional weight of an almost empty nest. In this episode, I challenge the idea that we need to “feel motivated” before taking action on our dreams.

Instead, I share what I've learned about showing up when you don’t feel inspired, how to find purpose in the mundane, and why letting go of perfection and control is essential for building consistency and confidence. This isn’t about pushing harder. It’s about shifting your mindset to see that motivation is a choice, not a feeling.

We’ll talk about:

Why motivation is misunderstood—and how to redefine it

What holds moms back from pursuing goals during this transitional season

How to stop waiting for inspiration and start trusting yourself

The emotional mindset shifts that can reduce anxiety and overthinking

Small, doable steps that lead to big transformation

If you’ve been telling yourself, “I just don’t have the time or energy,” this episode will help you reclaim your agency and reconnect with your dreams—without making it all so hard.

🎯 Want to take this work deeper? Save your seat for the next free masterclass—click here to sign up: https://www.thesmalljar.com/class.

💪 Curious about coaching with Small Jar?  Check out our Mom 2.0 coaching program: www.thesmalljar.com/Mom-2-0.

❓ Have questions or want to share your feedback? I'd love to hear from you! You can email me at [email protected]. 

This empowering podcast offers life coaching for moms and parenting support for midlife mothers raising teens as they approach the empty nest, teaching them how to let go of control, stop overthinking, and shift their mindset, while also helping them set boundaries, improve communication, reduce anxiety, release mom guilt, and find purpose in the evolving journey of parenting teens and motherhood.