The Busy Vibrant Mom - Strategic Time Management, Home Organization, Productivity, Christian Mom, Christian Parenting, Declutter

You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things.  Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, trying to work from home with kids, summer planning, what things we are excited about and so much more! We wanted to provide moms with real life examples of time management, organization, and pivoting when life throws you curveballs. So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us!  Reminder: Quick Announcement We have some fun things coming up this spring.  The doors just opened TODAY  to our Spring Group Coaching Program.  The program starts on March 2nd and runs through May 22nd.  It's an intentionally small group of 8-10 women, so that each one can get personal one on one transformation.  It will be a hybrid format of 60min group coaching calls and personal coaching calls.  For our insiders and people on the waitlist I’m giving a special $100 off bonus.  Go here to check it out (https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist) and if its a good fit for you grab your spot here (https://byrdmichelle.thrivecart.com/spring-group-coaching/) But, hurry doors to the coaching program close on February 27th. I pray this episode blesses you! Michelle   Bio For Emily McDermott: Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife and mom to two energetic boys living in Fairfax, Virginia. She is also the host of the top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. As a virtual and in-person decluttering coach, she works with moms one-on-one to define what matters, eliminate what doesn’t and automate the rest. Emily enjoys writing custom poetry, dancing, and eating peanut butter out of the jar.   Contact Info: For Emily Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast: https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/ Simple by Emmy: http://www.simplebyemmy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebyemmy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1OzHKsGziu5IbkaHBQXGIw Facebook Group - Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms: tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm Contact E-mail: info@simplebyemmy.com Freebie: 5 Mindset Shifts To Help you Let Go of Clutter: https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Contact Info: For Michelle Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

When you wake up in the morning, what gets you out of bed? What actually starts your day?  A few days ago, as I was getting going, I found myself thinking about those questions. And if I’m honest, most mornings as moms, our feet hit the floor and our minds immediately fill with to-do lists, responsibilities, and everything we need to manage that day.  For so many moms, it’s not just tasks—it’s the weight of it all. Feelings of overwhelm, loneliness, anxiety, or even quiet discouragement can creep in before the day has really begun. And instead of looking forward to the day, we find ourselves just trying to get through it.  But what if it didn’t have to feel that way?  What if we could wake up with a different perspective—even if the to-do list stayed the same?  What if we could reconnect with the things God created us to do and actually enjoy moments in our day, instead of counting down until bedtime? That’s what we’re going to talk about today—why perspective matters so much, how it shapes our days, and how small shifts can help us move from survival mode to living with more purpose, peace, and joy in this season.  So grab your coffee or tea, take a deep breath, and let’s get started. Reminder: Quick Announcement  We have some fun things coming up this spring.   VIP Spring Group Coaching session: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist Powerful Purpose Moms on 2/18/26 @ 10am PST https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/powerfulpurposemoms Powerful Purpose Moms is a workshop for busy moms who feel called to more but want that “more” to fit this season of life. Together, we’ll explore your purpose and identity, how God uniquely designed you, and how to create simple, realistic rhythms to live that out—without adding more to your plate. If you’ve been feeling stuck or restless, this workshop is an invitation to reconnect with who you are and move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace. I pray this episode blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/    

Valentine’s Day can sometimes feel like just one more thing on an already full plate. The decorations, the cards, the candy, the class parties—and making sure everything is allergy-friendly and sent in on time—it can add up quickly. Even as kids get older and some of that fades, there’s still pressure to make it special, including trying to plan a romantic evening with your spouse when you’re already tired and stretched thin.  In today’s episode, I’m sharing a simpler approach. I’ll walk you through a few ways I’m making Valentine’s Day easier this year, what I’m letting go of, and how to celebrate in a way that feels meaningful without the comparison or overwhelm. My hope is that this episode gives you permission to do Valentine’s Day in a way that actually works for your family. Quick Announcement  We have some fun things coming up this spring.   VIP Spring Group Coaching session: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist Powerful Purpose Moms on 2/18/26 @ 10am PST  https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/powerfulpurposemoms   I pray this episode today blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

Hey have you ever closed your laptop at 5pm, walked into the kitchen, and realized you have no idea what's for dinner? You open the fridge, hoping for inspiration, but everything feels like too much effort — so you order takeout. Again. Yep, me too.  Planning dinner, feeding everyone, and trying to keep meals healthy can feel overwhelming. And now, with the fresh energy of a new year, a lot of us are trying to build better habits — including eating at home more often.  That’s why today’s episode is both timely and practical. I’m sharing my top 10 tips to make meal planning easier, take the guesswork out of “what’s for dinner?”, save money, and actually make it doable to get dinner on the table.  Let’s dive in!  Quick Announcement:  Mark your calendars for our spring group coaching program.  It’s coming up soon, so make sure you are getting the emails.  We have a special VIP link if you want to grab a spot on the waitlist, be the first to know all the inside scoop, and get VIP benefits.(https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist).   If you have any questions or just want to say hi, connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.   I pray this episode blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/  

You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things.  Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! We wanted to provide moms with real life examples of time management, organization, and pivoting when life throws you curveballs. So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us!  I pray this episode blesses you! Michelle   Reminder: Quick Announcement  I’ve got a special discount code to grab a personal 1:1 coaching call just for this month (January).  Use NEW2026 to book a discounted coaching call.  This is my gift to you to help you start off the year in a way that actually fits your life! To create personalized routines and systems to fit your family, so they can support you in 2026 and you can have the best year ever! If you have any questions or just want to say hi, connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.   Book a 1:1 coaching call: https://byrdmichelle.thrivecart.com/get-your-time-back-group-coaching/   Bio:  Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife and mom to two energetic boys living in Fairfax, Virginia. She is also the host of the top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. As a virtual and in-person decluttering coach, she works with moms one-on-one to define what matters, eliminate what doesn’t and automate the rest. Emily enjoys writing custom poetry, dancing, and eating peanut butter out of the jar.   Contact Info For Emily:  Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast: https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/ Simple by Emmy: http://www.simplebyemmy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebyemmy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1OzHKsGziu5IbkaHBQXGIw Facebook Group - Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms: tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm Contact E-mail: info@simplebyemmy.com Freebie: 5 Mindset Shifts To Help you Let Go of Clutter: https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Contact Info For Michelle:  Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

I’m so glad you’re here today. Since we’re still in January — that season when many of us are setting fresh goals, making plans, and dreaming about what 2026 could look like — we wanted to lean into that ‘new year energy’ and offer some practical support. Last week, we talked about Why Your Goals Don’t Stick and how busy moms can actually achieve their goals in 2026 using SMART planning. We broke down what makes a goal achievable and how to set yourself up for success. Today, we’re shifting our focus to something just as important — your mindset. Because while strategy matters, your mindset is what determines whether you end up feeling peaceful and focused… or burned out and overwhelmed. Burnout is incredibly common for moms — especially when you’re juggling kids, work, home life, relationships, and the never-ending mental load that comes with managing a household. In this episode, we’ll explore why mindset matters so much, and walk through a few key mindset shifts moms can make to move from survival mode to a life that feels sustainable, calm, and supportive. Quick Announcement: HURRY THE DISCOUNT CODE WILL EXPIRE I’ve got a special discount code to grab a personal 1:1 coaching call just for this month (January).  Use NEW2026 to book a discounted coaching call.  This is my gift to you to help you start off the year in a way that actually fits your life! To create personalized routines and systems to fit your family, so they can support you in 2026 and you can have the best year ever! If you have any questions or just want to say hi, connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.   Book a 1:1 coaching call: https://byrdmichelle.thrivecart.com/get-your-time-back-group-coaching/ I pray this episode blesses you! Michelle Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

Do you still have some of that New Year energy? January has a special energy of newness - motivation, dreams, plans, goals, hopes for next year.  This big new energy can help motivate us to make goals, like going to the gym every day, eating healthy, reading more books, getting a new planner, or picking a word for the year.  The only problem with all these new goals or resolutions is that they usually end by mid January if not sooner.  So how can you actually create goals, and accomplish them? It’s all about setting reasonable, achievable goals, with the right purpose and mindset.  In today’s episode we will explore how to create attainable goals, how to make space and time in our already busy life to reach these goals, and what might be holding us back.  Grab your favorite beverage and let’s settle in.    Quick Announcement  I’ve got a special discount code to grab a personal 1:1 coaching call just for this month (January).  Use NEW2026 to book a discounted coaching call.  This is my gift to you to help you start off the year in a way that actually fits your life! To create personalized routines and systems to fit your family, so they can support you in 2026 and you can have the best year ever! If you have any questions or just want to say hi, connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.   Book a 1:1 coaching call: https://byrdmichelle.thrivecart.com/get-your-time-back-group-coaching/ I pray this blesses you! Michelle Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

Today, we have a special guest, the amazing Dr. Gila Reckess — a parenting coach who specializes in supporting single parents and those raising strong-willed or neurodivergent kids. Gila’s work centers on one of the most powerful but overlooked parenting skills: emotion regulation — for both you and your kids.  If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly on the edge of losing it, or you’re not sure how to help your child calm down without losing your own cool first… this conversation is for you. In this episode, Gila shares: Why emotion regulation is the foundation of calm, connected parenting A super relatable "sink" metaphor to understand emotional overflow A powerful 3-part strategy to support your child’s big emotions And how to model self-compassion (especially when you don’t get it right) This isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress, connection, and learning to regulate together. Grab your lukewarm coffee, settle in, and let’s dive into this empowering conversation.   Reminder: Quick Announcement  I’ve got a special discount code to grab a personal 1:1 coaching call just for this month (January).  Use NEW2026 to book a discounted coaching call.  This is my gift to you to help you start off the year in a way that actually fits your life! To create personalized routines and systems to fit your family, so they can support you in 2026 and you can have the best year ever! If you have any questions or just want to say hi, connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.   Book a 1:1 coaching call: (use code: NEW2026) https://byrdmichelle.thrivecart.com/get-your-time-back-group-coaching/   INFO & BIO:  Dr. Gila (she/her) is a Jai-certified parenting coach, a psychologist and neuropsychologist, a speaker and educator, and the host of the "Single-Parenting with Connection (NOT Perfection)" podcast. But her most important role is as single mom to an incredibly awesome and beautifully strong-willed tween. She specializes in supporting single parents, and parents of strong-willed, spirited, or neurodivergent kids. Her motto is: Even if you're on your own, you don't have to do it alone!   CONTACT INFO: Website: www.drgilaparenting.com Email: info@drgilaparenting.com IG: www.instagram.com/drgila_parenting FB: www.facebook.com/drgilaparenting/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@drgila_parenting Podcast: Single-Parenting with Connection (NOT Perfection) (https://www.drgilaparenting.com/podcast/) Free Facebook group: ▶︎ Single-Parenting with Connection, not Perfection (https://www.facebook.com/share/g/154KRmy72k/) Free downloads: ▶︎ PDF GUIDE: Tantrums, & Meltdowns, & Rages...Oh My! The single parent's guide to understanding challenging behaviors (https://www.drgilaparenting.com/SP_tantrum_signup) ▶︎ AUDIO: Guided Meditation for Single Parents (https://www.drgilaparenting.com/SP_meditation) Free consult call: ▶︎ Schedule a free Zoom call with Dr. Gila to get a customized plan for your family (https://calendly.com/gzr/consult_call)   I pray this episode blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

Happy New Year, and welcome to 2026. Before we jump in, I want to invite you to take a deep breath right where you are. Let your shoulders drop, unclench your jaw, and remember this: you don’t have to rush into this year already feeling behind.  A new year can come with so much pressure — new goals, new routines, new expectations — and yet what so many of us really want is something much simpler: to feel calm, clear, and supported in our real, everyday lives. This season is a fresh start, not because everything needs to change overnight (you don’t have to toss everything out and start from scratch), but because you get to choose what actually fits you and your family. Today’s episode is a little special. I’m sharing the Top 10 Time Management & Productivity Episodes of 2025 — the episodes you loved most, shared most, and came back to when life felt full and overwhelming. These conversations are packed with simple tools, mindset shifts, and practical strategies to help you feel less scattered and more in control — without adding more to your plate.  So whether you’re listening in the carline, on a walk, or sipping your morning coffee, I hope this episode feels like a gentle reset and a reminder that you don’t have to do it all to have a really good year.   Definitely grab a warm drink and let’s get started.    Quick Announcement  I’ve got a special discount code to grab a personal 1:1 coaching call just for this month (January).  Use NEW2026 to book a discounted coaching call. Coaching Call This is my gift to you to help you start off the year in a way that actually fits your life! To create personalized routines and systems to fit your family, so they can support you in 2026 and you can have the best year ever! If you have any questions or just want to say hi, connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.     I pray this blesses you! Michelle   Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

How was your Christmas?  Christmas Day is always so magical, but once the presents are opened and life starts to settle back into normal, I sometimes feel that quiet post-holiday letdown. Do you feel that too?  That’s why I love this in-between time after Christmas. The days between December 25th and early January are actually called Christmastide — that cozy stretch where you don’t quite know what day it is, and everything feels a little slower.  In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to use this season intentionally, from reflecting on what matters most, to gently starting to plan for 2026 in a way that doesn’t feel overwhelming.  If planning ahead ever feels heavy, especially as a busy mom, we’re going to keep this simple, light, and doable. Grab a warm drink, take a deep breath, and let’s ease into it together. Alright — let’s get started. I pray this blesses you! Michelle Reminder: I’ve got some exciting things coming in January that will help you design the right routines, rhythms, and systems for the year ahead, so let’s stay connected via email, connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.     PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/  

You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things.  Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! We wanted to provide moms with real life examples of time management, organization, and pivoting when life throws you curveballs. So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us!  I pray this blesses you! Michelle Topics In This Episode Holiday Gift Guide: Top 10 Gifts Ideas  Magazine subscriptions  Arts & crafts (consumable goods)  Experience gifts - zoo membership, aquarium, amusement parks  Books  Sports equipment   Gift cards  Compassion, Samaritan's Purse, IJM, etc.  Food - snacks Room - calendar, pictures, bedding   Clothing  Bio:  Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife and mom to two energetic boys living in Fairfax, Virginia. She is also the host of the top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. As a virtual and in-person decluttering coach, she works with moms one-on-one to define what matters, eliminate what doesn’t and automate the rest. Emily enjoys writing custom poetry, dancing, and eating peanut butter out of the jar.   Contact Info For Emily:  Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast: https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/ Simple by Emmy: http://www.simplebyemmy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebyemmy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1OzHKsGziu5IbkaHBQXGIw Facebook Group - Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms: tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm Contact E-mail: info@simplebyemmy.com Freebie: 5 Mindset Shifts To Help you Let Go of Clutter: https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!     - Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone - Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com - website: www.byrdmichelle.com - Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  - Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/  

Happy December! Wow! The days leading up to Christmas always seem to fly by faster than the Polar Express. But it’s here - tomorrow is Christmas Eve!  How do you like to celebrate Christmas Eve?  What family traditions did you have growing up? What traditions did you start with your kids? Have they changed as your kids have gotten older? In today's episode I wanted to offer you a chance to reflect and be reminded of the Christmas story, just in case you (like me) and so many other moms have been running around and been too busy, too overwhelmed, too tired, to stop and reflect on the real reason for the season.  Grab a warm beverage, turn on the car seat warmer, or bundle up as you take a walk and listen in to this episode. Reminder:  I’ve got some exciting things coming in January to help you design routines, rhythms, and systems that truly support your day-to-day life. And the best way to get started? Let’s chat.  You can book a free Discovery Call with me over at www.byrdmichelle.com  And while you're there, be sure to join the email list so you don’t miss a thing. You can also reach out any time at contact@byrdmichelle.com — especially if you just want to say hi or share your favorite Christmas Eve tradition! I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

As moms, December can be incredibly overwhelming.  It’s like life is now tossed into a blender and put on high, or we are driving a race car instead of our normal Honda Odyssey.  In the last episode we talked about 10 things I stopped doing in December and why I think you should too. Following the theme of decreasing the stuff on our plate, today's episode is more of a practical episode giving you actual steps to decrease your to-do items and the things on your plate this season.  We will start by talking about why our normal rhythms and routines fail, how to actually take to-do items off your plate, and why it’s so important that we slow down.  Definitely grab a warm drink and let’s get started.     Reminder: Are you ready for a fresh start?  As the Christmas season winds down and that New Year energy starts to pick up, you might already be thinking about what projects you want to tackle over the break — or how you want things to feel different in 2026. If you’re tired of duct-taping your week together and craving a rhythm that actually works for your real life — for your family — now’s the time to get support.   I’ve got some exciting things coming in January to help you design routines, rhythms, and systems that truly support your day-to-day life. And the best way to get started? Let’s chat ...just check out the links below.  I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

Happy December! This month comes with its own unique energy - it’s busy, magical, fun and overwhelming.  You might feel this way too as your calendar starts to fill up with social events, your to-do list grows in leaps and bounds, and the amount of things you need to remember to bring or buy or be somewhere is absurd! So as this month jumps into full swing I was thinking, what can I take off my plate? What can I say no to, or make it easier, or delay? In today’s episode we are going to talk through the ten things I stopped doing in December.  It is my hope that this might give you permission to say no to things, or stop doing certain things too.  Sometimes we just do things out of obligation or tradition without stopping to think if we should or need to.  As you are listening to this episode it might spark some thoughts about things you can take off your plate or push off to make this season a bit more magical and fun. Definitely grab a warm drink and let’s get started.   Reminder: If you grabbed the Rest & Reclaim Bundle during Black Friday - first of all amazing! I can’t wait to work together to create the right rhythm for your family.  This is a perfect time to get the right personalized routines and systems in place, so they can support you in 2026 and you can have the best year ever!  If you missed the bundle - don’t worry, friend.  This is your fresh start too.  I’ve got some exciting things coming in January that will help you design the right routines, rhythms, and systems for the year ahead, so let’s stay connected via email.  Make sure you’re on our email list, so you don’t miss out.  You can go to the website www.byrdmichelle.com or connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  If you have any questions or just want to say hi and share your favorite Christmas movie (mine is Klaus) you can reach me there.   I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

Happy December! Welcome we made it through the gauntlet that was Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and probably a few awkward family moments and conversations over the dinner table. We just got back from our first family trip out to DC for Thanksgiving, and we are so glad to be back home in warm, sunny CA.  So first - take a deep breath.  You did it! Now there’s just Christmas and New Year’s to get through, no big deal.  December can sometimes feel like this weird in-between - part celebration, part exhaustion, part busy, part vacation.  It’s a crazy fun time!  But it’s also the perfect time to slow down, reflect, look ahead and start dreaming about the new year - without the pressure, guilt, or unrealistic resolutions that seem to pop onto our to-do list come January 1st.  Today we’re talking about how to start planning for 2026 without the overwhelm, how to create a rhythm and vision for your new year that actually fits your real life and gets you excited about the new year ahead.  Let’s get started.    Reminder: If you grabbed the Rest & Reclaim Bundle during Black Friday - first of all amazing! I can’t wait to work together to create the right rhythm for your family.  This is a perfect time to get the right personalized routines and systems in place, so they can support you in 2026 and you can have the best year ever!  If you missed the bundle - don’t worry, friend.  This is your fresh start too.  I’ve got some exciting things coming in January that will help you design the right routines, rhythms, and systems for the year ahead, so let’s stay connected via email.  Make sure you’re on our email list, so you don’t miss out.  You can go to the website www.byrdmichelle.com or connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  If you have any questions or just want to say hi and share your favorite Christmas movie (mine is Klause) you can reach me there.   Links Mentioned:  - Horacio Printing Planners https://www.horacioprinting.com/ Coupon: michelle20 for 20% off - The Next Right Thing Guided Journal by Emily P Freeman https://emilypfreeman.com/books/   I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!     Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/  

You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things.  Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! In today's episode we talk about holiday planning, including strategies for managing time, gift-giving, and traditions while balancing work and family commitments. We also exchanged ideas about holiday activities, decorations, and traditions, with a particular emphasis on making the season more meaningful and less overwhelming for families.  So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us!    Reminder - My Special Black Friday Gift To You!  Here’s what’s inside: The Rest & Reclaim Bundle  Check it out: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/blackfriday 📘 The eBook — your step-by-step guide to move from overwhelmed to organized. It’s not about perfection — it’s about peace, clarity, and creating routines that fit your real life. 💬 A 60-Minute 1:1 Coaching Call — where we’ll dive into your unique schedule, pinpoint what’s not working, and design a weekly rhythm that finally fits you. 📱 1 Week of Voxer Accountability (8–5 daily) — this is the secret sauce. You’ll get check-ins, encouragement, and real-time troubleshooting when things go off plan. I’ll be right there in your pocket, helping you make it work. *Ends Midnight on Cyber Monday, December 1st 2025 Bio:  Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife and mom to two energetic boys living in Fairfax, Virginia. She is also the host of the top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. As a virtual and in-person decluttering coach, she works with moms one-on-one to define what matters, eliminate what doesn’t and automate the rest. Emily enjoys writing custom poetry, dancing, and eating peanut butter out of the jar.   Contact Info:  Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast: https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/ Simple by Emmy: http://www.simplebyemmy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebyemmy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1OzHKsGziu5IbkaHBQXGIw Facebook Group - Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms: tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm Contact E-mail: info@simplebyemmy.com Freebie: 5 Mindset Shifts To Help you Let Go of Clutter: https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Links Mentioned In Show Notes:  Khrystyne Jaspers - Consumable gift guide: https://buy.stripe.com/aFa5kD0AQ2sC0ccdkZ1RC01  Experience gift guide: https://spring-bonus-491.myflodesk.com/budd330d2z  Brio Magazine - https://store.focusonthefamily.com/brio-magazine-1-year-6-issues/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22710637371&gbraid=0AAAAADoLrVC7QbICyvtaiaKzbuXi-GpvH&gclid=CjwKCAiA_orJBhBNEiwABkdmjNTRu0eZXnVouyQSYtnaPSUQOT-Y7rTEsFD3dDvIxD5VnJw6OdgBwBoChfgQAvD_BwE Girls Like You Magazine - https://forgirlslikeyou.com/ I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!     Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

I hope you are enjoying Thanksgiving week and looking forward to spending time with family and eating yummy food.  Thanksgiving is such a special time to gather and remember things we are grateful for, and I just wanted to say that I am so very grateful for YOU! The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast is almost five years old! As I look back I am so thankful that you took time out of your busy day to listen.  It's not easy as moms to find a moment in the day, so thank you!  In the spirit of giving I wanted to give you something too - that’s why I created The Rest & Reclaim Bundle as a special gift for this week.  I’ve never offered anything like this, but I am really excited because I know it’s just perfect for you. If you missed it, yesterday’s bonus episode talked all about the bundle, so go back and listen to that episode if you missed it.  Just a heads up the Rest & Reclaim Bundle is available until midnight on Cyber Monday to give you a full week to think about if it’s a good fit for you. Today I just wanted to tell you thanks, to offer some encouragement, and to let you know that you’re not alone on this mom journey.     Here’s what’s inside: The Rest & Reclaim Bundle  Check it out: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/blackfriday 📘 The eBook — your step-by-step guide to move from overwhelmed to organized. It’s not about perfection — it’s about peace, clarity, and creating routines that fit your real life. 💬 A 60-Minute 1:1 Coaching Call — where we’ll dive into your unique schedule, pinpoint what’s not working, and design a weekly rhythm that finally fits you. 📱 1 Week of Voxer Accountability (8–5 daily) — this is the secret sauce. You’ll get check-ins, encouragement, and real-time troubleshooting when things go off plan. I’ll be right there in your pocket, helping you make it work.   I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!     Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

This is just a short bonus episode to introduce you to the Rest & Reclaim Bundle.  All month we’ve been talking about why your week feels like a race that you can’t win - the constant catching up, the lack of margin, broken routines that keep falling apart.  It’s not you! We as moms try so hard to keep everything together, and work smoothly for us and our family.  We balance responsibilities, home management, work, kids, schedules, and all the things, but it’s hard and sometimes we need some help (not more templates or ChatGPT suggestions).  We need another human, another set of eyes and new solutions to fix what’s not working. That’s exactly why I created the Rest & Reclaim Bundle.  Now full disclosure…I’ve never offered this, but it’s crafted just for you with the goal to help you finally stop spinning your wheels and feel calm, connected, and in control (especially now as we enter the holiday season).     Here’s what’s inside: The Rest & Reclaim Bundle  check it out: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/blackfriday 📘 The eBook — your step-by-step guide to move from overwhelmed to organized. It’s not about perfection — it’s about peace, clarity, and creating routines that fit your real life. 💬 A 60-Minute 1:1 Coaching Call — where we’ll dive into your unique schedule, pinpoint what’s not working, and design a weekly rhythm that finally fits you. 📱 1 Week of Voxer Accountability (8–5 daily) — this is the secret sauce. You’ll get check-ins, encouragement, and real-time troubleshooting when things go off plan. I’ll be right there in your pocket, helping you make it work.   I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!     Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

We are now officially in the busy holiday season, after Halloween, close to Thanksgiving, almost to Christmas and New Year’s.  This season is a mixture of excitement for the holiday season, filled with so many more to do’s.  It's such a fun season, but it can be overwhelming too.  We try to plan and smooth out our week.  If you’ve ever spent a Sunday night mapping out your week, thinking through all the logistics— color-coded schedule, meal plan, maybe even diving into your planner — only to have it all unravel by Wednesday, then today’s episode is for you.  The good news is that you’re not doing anything wrong. You don’t need to be more disciplined or organized. You just need a system that actually works for your real life and is personalized for you, not someone else’s perfect routine from Pinterest.  Today we will be taking about why our routines keep falling apart, what to do instead so your systems actually stick, even when life goes sideways.”   Reminder: We have some fun things coming up NEXT week!  I’m putting the finishing touches on a special gift for you that I know you will love, so stay tuned.  Make sure you’re on our email list, so you don’t miss out.  You can go to the website www.byrdmichelle.com or connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  If you have any questions or just want to say hi you can reach me there.     I pray this blesses you! Michelle   PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!     Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone   Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

We’re heading into that season where the calendar fills up fast — class parties, work deadlines, travel plans, time with family, fun events — and somewhere in there, you’re supposed to feel merry and bright and create perfect family memories.  But if you’re anything like me, you might already be feeling that low hum of stress starting to build. The pressure to do everything and curate perfect family memories over the holiday, on top of doing all the things you are already doing.  The holiday season can be magical, but also overwhelming.  So how can we make this holiday season feel lighter and less stressful? The answer is margin.  That breathing room in your day that lets you pivot when life happens — or just sit and drink your coffee while it’s still hot. And friend, margin isn’t a luxury… It's a lifeline.  We touched on margin in the last episode, but today we will talk about why margin might be missing, and how to practically fit margin into your already busy week before the holidays hit. Reminder: We have some fun things coming up this fall.  I’m putting the finishing touches on a special gift for you that I know you will love, so stay tuned.  Make sure you’re on our email list, so you don’t miss out.  You can go to the website www.byrdmichelle.com or connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  If you have any questions or just want to say hi you can reach me there.  I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/