14: The Power of Starting Small

Ever feel like you have to do all the things to be a "good" mom? In this episode of The Motherhood Process, Autumn Akins shares a radically gentle approach to navigating motherhood: starting small. Whether you're rebuilding routines, trying to declutter your home, or easing into homeschool life, this episode is a powerful reminder that big change doesn’t require big steps. Autumn walks us through real examples of how choosing just one small thing at a time can create more peace, clarity, and sanity without the pressure of perfection.Tune in to hear her honest reflections, time saving tips, and the mindset shifts that are helping her (and can help you) feel more grounded in a beautifully chaotic season.What You’ll Hear:Why moms often aim too big and how it backfiresThe 15 minute cleaning hack that changed Autumn’s daily lifeHer thoughts on Instacart, overstimulation, and reclaiming timeHow letting go of guilt made room for more clarityA softer, simpler way to approach homeschool planningThe mindset reframe that brought back a sense of peace in the morningKey Takeaways:You don’t need an hour—just 15 minutes can make a big impactDone is better than perfect (especially in motherhood)Releasing unrealistic expectations creates space for peaceSmall steps help you build sustainable routines, not burnoutSaying no to extras can be the most freeing form of self careYou’re not falling behind, you're figuring out what matters mostResources:https://autumnakins.com/reclaimConnect with Me:Let’s continue the conversation! Follow me on Instagram at @whatautumndoes for more tips, encouragement, and personal reflections on motherhood.Subscribe & Review:Enjoyed this episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. Your feedback helps other moms discover The Motherhood Process and join our growing community.Join Me Next Week:Next week, we’re diving into creating intentional routines that simplify life and bring more peace to your home. Don’t miss it!