#251| The Overwhelming Mental Load of Scheduling & What To Do About It: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing episode artwork

EPISODE · May 18, 2026 · 25 MIN

#251| The Overwhelming Mental Load of Scheduling & What To Do About It: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

from Overwhelmed Working Woman: Boost Productivity, Master Time Management, Overcome Overwhelm & Stop People Pleasing · host Michelle Gauthier | Inspired by Mel Robbins, Jen Sincero, Brene Brown, Glennon Doyle, Emily Ley, Shauna Niequist

Are you constantly worried you’re forgetting a school event, appointment, birthday party, or important family detail?Modern parenting comes with an invisible mental load that many working women silently carry every single day. In this episode, Amy Briggs shares how witnessing overwhelmed moms struggle behind closed doors inspired her to build Aviva — a smart scheduling app designed to reduce stress, save time, and give parents more mental bandwidth for what matters most.In this episode, you will: Discover why family scheduling consumes far more time and energy than most parents realize  Learn how automating your calendar can reduce overwhelm, guilt, and constant mental juggling  Hear how one non-technical founder turned a deeply personal problem into a practical solution helping busy families reclaim hours every week Press play to learn how simplifying your family scheduling could free up time, reduce stress, and help you feel more present at home.Featured on the podcastGet the Aviva app - try it for free for 2 weeks!Follow Amy on InstagramConnect with Amy on LinkedInWondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my "why am I overwhelmed" quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it. Send Me a Message - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi?  Message me here, I'd love to chat!  Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop.   Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

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Are you constantly worried you’re forgetting a school event, appointment, birthday party, or important family detail? Modern parenting comes with an invisible mental load that many working women silently carry every single day. In this episode, Amy Briggs shares how witnessing overwhelmed moms struggle behind closed doors inspired her to build Aviva — a smart scheduling app designed to reduce stress, save time, and give parents more mental bandwidth for what matters most. In this episode, you...

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