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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 In this bonus episode, I share a recent training I gave that underscores why it's NOT your fault that you fall short on your goals or can't seem to change your habits. You'll learn: Why all the standard productivity and personal development advice fails you5 cutting-edge, neuroscience-backed truths that explain why you always revert back to your old waysThe 6 simple things you must do differently if you really want to change your life FOR SO MUCH MORE: Join my new ...
Send us a text In this first episode of the new year, I’m naming the real reason so many women—especially high-achieving, overwhelmed moms—set goals every January but still end up quickly reverting back to old patterns. Even when you want change. Even when you know what to do. Even when you’re deeply dissatisfied with where you are. It all comes down to your nervous system and the subconscious beliefs that your brain relies on to keep you safe. I also offer a series of alternative perspective...
Send us a text In this episode, I name what so many moms quietly feel: the week after Christmas is often the hardest week of the entire year—not because you’re doing anything wrong, but because your nervous system is depleted and your circumstances haven’t caught up with your desire for a fresh start. I also share three very specific things you can look forward to—including free resources and a brand-new program designed to help overwhelmed moms stop white-knuckling their way through life and...
Send us a text Christmas is supposed to feel magical… so why are so many moms disappointed once it finally arrives?If you find yourself feeling let down, overstimulated, exhausted, or even sad on/after Christmas, you didn’t do anything wrong. Your brain did exactly what it’s wired to do. In this episode, I unpack the dopamine trap of Christmas—a powerful neuroscientific reality for why the anticipation of the holidays feels better than the holiday itself, especially for moms. BY ...
Send us a text If you’re the kind of mom who only feels okay when everything is under control (the house, your to-do list, the kids’ moods, even your own emotions), you can’t afford to miss this powerful interview with Dr. Hayden Finch on “control mode”: that subtle and often socially rewarded way high-achievers seek control to feel safe. Few, if any, moms realize their desire for control is actually a protective survival strategy your nervous system took on from a young age that’s now COSTIN...
Send us a text In this deeply honest conversation, I unpack how your childhood, nervous system, & subconscious wiring shape the way you show up as a wife & mom today. I delve into why you feel so triggered by “small” things, why mindset work & productivity hacks DON’T work, & what it actually takes to become a calmer, happier, more grounded mother from the inside out. You’ll hear pieces of my own story: growing up as a high-achieving, people-pleasing “good girl”; struggling wi...
Send us a text No one prepares you for the way motherhood changes your body, and then it’s all too easy to put your health last because you’re so busy and tired. That was me for a LONG time—until I met health & fitness coach Tiffany Wickes. In this episode, you’ll not only learn more about my health journey and see why I’m obsessed with Tiffany’s simple, no-BS approach; you’ll also be inspired to start putting your own health first and get tons of cheap, feasible ways to do that. &...
Send us a text Why are boundaries SO hard? Because they force your brain to choose between listening to yourself and keeping others happy. You want to honor your own needs but if your nervous system thinks doing so will have negative social or relational consequences, it’ll always default to connection over self-trust and prioritize attachment over authenticity. This episode goes deep into what boundaries really are (so not what you think), why they’re not just essential but good, and t...
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...
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