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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 PTO at work, there are three days’ worth of dishes piled in the sink, the kids scream when tablet time is over, and you’re so touched out by 8pm that you scroll Instagram instead of spending time with your husband?
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.
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Send us a text Whether you’ve heard the story of The Little Red Hen or not, you know what it’s like to feel like you’re doing everything and everyone else gets to enjoy the fruits of your labor. This classic children’s story epitomizes the struggle of the high-functioning mom who always does it all without any help or appreciation. In this episode, I offer a few of my own personal impressions and insights into what The Little Red Hen can teach overwhelmed moms who feel tired and resentful of ...
Send us a text If you had it all together before kids but now feel like everything’s constantly falling apart, this episode is for you. I break down how high-functioning anxiety deviously shows up in mom life and why so many driven, capable women mistake it for a good thing even though it leaves you chronically overwhelmed and feeling like a failure. High-functioning anxiety in moms is real—and exhausting. I offer a litany of emotional, behavioral, relational, and physical ways it pervades mo...
Send us a text If you look calm and capable on the outside but constantly feel like a wreck inside, you’re not alone. This episode dives into the hidden world of high-functioning anxiety—the stress that hides beneath productivity, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. I review 30 signs you might have high-functioning anxiety. You’ll learn how this type of anxiety can disguise itself as motivation and achievement, where it comes from, how it differs from classical anxiety, why it’s so hard for h...
Send us a text If you’ve got it all together on the outside but are running on fumes, constantly feel like a failure, and seem to only get things done under pressure…this episode will completely change your perspective on life. Dr. Hayden Finch (licensed clinical psychologist, behavior change expert, and founder of the Finch Center for High Functioning Anxiety) and I delve into the roots of procrastination, high functioning anxiety, mom guilt, burnout, and so much more. Make sure to share thi...
Send us a text What if your greatest traits—the things you’ve always prided yourself on and been recognized for—are actually survival responses your nervous system took on from complex trauma as a child? In this extremely personal and vulnerable episode, I share my eye-opening realization that the perfectionism, people pleasing, and high achievement behind all my “success” in life really stem from deep wounds I’m now working to heal. As hard as this is to put out there, I see more and m...
Send us a text What if your struggles with anxiety, irritability, or disconnection trace back to how your birth unfolded? Join me as I interview board-certified women’s health coach, Brigid Tebaldi, to understand how birth trauma affects your mind, marriage, and motherhood. We unpack the science and psychology of birth trauma, how it lingers in both your brain and body, and why it’s so essential to heal—for you, your marriage, and your children. In this powerful episode, you’ll discover...
Send us a text Whether you’re brand-new to planning or a planner addict like me, here are 14 neuroscience-based planning tips that will help you maximize your time for who and what you love. In this episode, I’m divulging the signature, science-backed planning process I’ve cultivated through years of research along with trial and error. Implementing these simple tips will save you time, skyrocket your productivity, significantly decrease your stress, and enable you to be more present for what...
Send us a text Physical and digital clutter isn’t just overwhelming; it’s actually stealing our time and energy while harming both our and our kids’ mental health. But even when we want to do something about it, DEcluttering feels so daunting. Get ready for a whole new understanding why! In this powerful episode, you’ll find out what clutter really does to your brain, why it bothers women so much more than men, four reasons you struggle to declutter even if you want to, and how you can use th...
Send us a text Your brain was never designed to handle the nonstop notifications coming at you in this digital age, so it’s no wonder you feel overwhelmed. Whether you realize it or not, “information overload” is taking a real toll on your attention span, productivity, mental health, and relationships. In this episode, I’m unpacking why I think things have gotten so problematic and what I am determined to do about it in case you want to do the same. HOMEWORK: Your homework for this ep...
Send us a text Spoiler alert: Everything you do comes down to hormones. But while men are primarily motivated by dopamine, cutting-edge research shows female behavior is much more dominated by another hormone: oxytocin. In this sequel to last week’s “Hormone-Hack Your Goals” episode, I’ll unpack why oxytocin is so crucial, key gender differences in its effects, and how YOU can use this wisdom to stick to your habits, reach your goals, and live a happy, fulfilling life. BY THE TIME YOU ...
Send us a text Ever wonder why you're so excited to start something new, but then get quickly fall off track? It all comes down to HORMONES! Over the next few episodes, I’m unpacking the hormones you need to know to boost motivation, stay consistent, and see your dreams through to the finish line. Today in Part 1, you’ll learn how everything you do comes down to chasing dopamine, how detrimental it is to have either low OR high dopamine levels, and, of course, tons of practical tips to ...
Send us a text Are you being called to push or pause right now? Fall often feels like a prime time to go after your goals, yet many moms feel unmotivated and melancholic once kids return to school and they finally get a little margin back in their day. In this episode, I normalize the functional “paralysis” you might experience after a transition. Rather than shame yourself for being unproductive, I invite you to honor your emotions and needs so you can, as they say, slow down to speed up.&nb...
Send us a text You would never intentionally hurt your kids, yet there’s a high chance you’re sending this subconscious message in your parenting—one that not only wounds their sense of self, but puts immense pressure on them to keep you happy in order to feel safe and loved. In this admittedly confronting episode, I discuss a recent conversation with my son that exemplifies parents’ natural tendency to make a major mistake. I delve into the root cause of people-pleasing and how a particular ...
Send us a text All change—even really simple or good change—is hard because your brain inevitably perceives it as a threat. In this episode, you get exclusive access to my powerful “Transitions Without Turmoil” masterclass where I review the neuroscience behind why change is so stressful & give you my signature, science-backed 4-step framework for navigating any and every change WELL. (No one teaches you this in school and I'd be willing to bet no one you grew up with modeled this for you...
Send us a text It’s no secret: You’re just NOT your best self when you're stressed and overstimulated. In this episode, I divulge the many things making me cranky these days, how I’m handling my emotions, and six overarching reminders to put things back in perspective. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why it’s essential to keep tabs on your cumulative stress and how it’s inevitably higher at certain times of the year than othersThe vicious trap of “keeping scor...
Send us a text Transitions like back to school season bring up all kinds of emotions—for you and your kids. In this episode, I review all kinds of transitions moms can face and normalize how stressful and emotional transitions can be, even when they’re “good” change. Using going back to school as an example, I review the many conflicting feelings you might experience and how important it is to acknowledge and process them. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: ...
Send us a text It’s everywhere: the lie that better managing your time will solve all your problems. While well-intentioned and appealing, this false belief actually masks a much deeper issue that no one is talking about. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on what’s really behind your desire to “manage” your time. Contrary to popular opinion, a fixation with time management actually signals a subconscious belief that you have to earn your worth by always having lots to show for your tim...
Send us a text It never fails: you make plans, and unexpected obstacles wreck them. But what if that’s LIFE? How can you stop making challenges mean anything is wrong and start embracing the truth that life is happening for (not to) you? In this episode, I open up about the mind drama I recently had over a huge unforeseen dilemma. I not only normalize the default negative response your brain offers you in those moments, but guide you through three key things to remember and an overarching ski...
Send us a text 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. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why s...
Send us a text 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...
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