Life in Midlife: work, play & parenting
Shortcuts and articles for moms of all stages pushing to be a better person, parent, and partner.
Is It Anxiety Or Menopause?
IF YOU’RE OVER 35, YOUR DECLINING HORMONES NEED YOUR ATTENTION
Yesterday we were booking flights for an international trip, and seemingly out of nowhere, I burst into tears because the last time I was on a long flight I wound up in the ER.
Why I wrote my own Eulogy
MORBID OR GENIUS? I argue it’s genius and the clearest path forward. Read why working with women for 17 years pushed me to start taking my life seriously and not leave it up to a roll of the dice.
NO-vember: reclaim your time & sanity
HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF NO-VEMBER CHALLENGE
In 2019, Thrive Global challenged us to NO-vember. For 30 days, say “NO” to those things that don’t serve you.
Let's level up the challenge and get very specific with when and how we will say no. Here’s the plan…
3 Steps To Help you Take Up Space With Grace
YOU BELONG WHEREVER YOU ARE from sidewalks to conversations to time on your calendar—you can train yourself to take up more space. I started on this journey when a personal trainer told me to own my workout area. Once I realized how I shrink, I took steps to be unapologetic.
How to avoid Empty Nest Syndrom
EMPTY NEST IS A MAJOR MOTHERHOOD MILESTONE that isn't talked about enough, which leaves us exposed to the possibility of Empty Nest Syndrome—not to worry, there are some easy ways to avoid it. Read on…
Change Your Life In 10 Minutes A Day
WHAT I LEARNED FROM TRACKING A HABIT FOR ONE YEAR
We all know moms are busy. That’s a given. But you don’t have to sacrifice your sanity for the sake of others. In just 10 minutes a day, you’ll accumulate 100+ hours of some much needed “me time.”
Life Plan For Moms Of Tweens & Teens
IT’S TIME TO CREATE A FULFILLING LIFE. Two years ago, I was utterly devastated by the sudden death of my best friend just months after her 50th birthday.
Andrea’s death pushes me to live a more meaningful life, and I’m helping other moms do the same.
Crowdsourced Creative Ways To Date During A Pandemic
5 CLEVER WAYS TO AVOID DULL DATING ROUTINES. Dating your partner doesn’t need to be exciting and exhilarating, but it does need to happen. The last thing we want is to lose the connection because one day, those adorable kids will move out of the house, and guess who you’ll be left with? That’s right. The person you married.
Accountability & Action Book Group
READ. LEARN. GROW. I’ve been threatening to create a virtual book group aimed at motivating women to not only read more but act on what they’ve learned. Guess what? It’s time.
Atomic Habits Book Review
USE ATOMIC HABITS TO BECOME THE PERSON YOU WANT TO BE. So many reasons to check out Atomic Habits. It’s actionable and approachable and most of us (especially perpetually-in-motion-moms) will benefit by giving it a whirl—even if all you want to do is get to bed earlier, it can help set you up for sleep success.
How To Date Your Husband During A Pandemic
CREATE NEW WAYS TO KEEP THE CONNECTION
After having kids, dating our partners became challenging at best. Somehow we made it work and managed to hold onto a flicker of who we were before our lives were overrun by wild ones. But how do you date your husband during a pandemic?
New! More Than A Mom Digital Course
NEW LIFE BALANCE COURSE NEEDS TESTERS!
After years of offering my Life Balance course as a 1:1, guided course, I've crafted a self-guided program to reach more moms of varying budgets. If you’re interested in pushing to be a better person, this program is for you.
Last-minute Valentine Idea For Your Tween & Teen
FORGET THE HOLIDAY STRESS! Here’s an easy to execute, last-minute Valentine idea for your tween and teen. It’s also an excellent opportunity to connect with and support your kids.
How To Get Your Family To Clean The House
UP TOP FOR SHARING THE WORKLOAD! In ten minutes a day, you can reduce your stress, get your house picked up, and connect with your family. And when you see your family work together, no matter the complaints or eye-rolls, you’ll feel like you’re doing a good job at parenting.
The Easiest Way to Glide Through Pandemic Life
TAKE BACK CONTROL. We all know this disruption to our daily routines has been (and continues to be) a real threat to our mental and physical health, but you might not realize our thoughts keep us on this downward trend. To stop the decline, we have to shift gears and stop telling ourselves, "everything will be fine."
One Photo: Chores, Kids, & Happiness
COMBAT THE DRAIN OF INVISIBLE WORK. And teach your kids helpful habits. From work to parenting, to household chores, we need to think about long-term gains rather than short-term returns.
Desk In A Box Helps Maser #WFH
CONTROL WHAT YOU CAN. Start by reducing the disorder in our homes. It’s time to create new systems so everyone can coexist harmoniously under one roof. Desk In A Box is a simple way to learn how to work from home.
The Accidental Martyr
BREAK BAD HABITS, RAISE STRONG DAUGHTERS & COMPASSIONATE SONS. Learn how to understand your needs and the importance of communicating them clearly.
Free Photo Class :: Shelter Silver Linings
SHELTER IN PLACE IS STRESSFUL FOR ALL OF US. Especially for moms. Most of us want to be more relaxed and "roll with it," but it seems like there are 643 reasons why we can't. Slowing down and appreciating where you are is easier than you think.
4 Ways To Effectively WFH During Isolation & Lockdown
I’VE GOT SOME GOOD NEWS. Now that we've updated our bios to include "works from home," it's time to figure out how to do it well — especially if your family or roommate is bumping around the house all day. If you're stressed, exhale.
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