#51 - Hot Mess, Cool Moms: Uniting Against Summer Overwhelm

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the podcast "Ladies Kickin' Ass" hosted by Tanya Wilson, the following topics are covered:1. Challenges of being a working mom during the summertime: Tanya shares her personal struggles and the emotional toll of trying to balance work and family responsibilities during the summer months. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and discussing these challenges to find support and camaraderie among other moms facing similar situations.2. Strategies for managing work and kids during summer: Tanya suggests implementing a structure by setting specific times for breakfast, work, and dedicated time with the children. She discusses the importance of communication with partners or spouses, involving them in sharing responsibilities, and creating a schedule that allows for focused work time as well as quality time with the kids.3. Juggling work and summer activities: Tanya acknowledges the financial strain that summer camps and activities can impose on families with multiple children. She shares her personal preference for a less structured summer, given the climate in Arizona and the availability of sports activities. Tanya emphasizes the significance of preparation and scheduling to avoid feeling overwhelmed with work and children's schedules.4. Self-care for working moms: Tanya highlights the need for mothers to prioritize self-care during the summer. She discusses the tendency for moms to neglect their own well-being while attending to their children's needs and work responsibilities. Tanya encourages moms to take breaks, have lunch with their kids, find moments of solitude to decompress, and make time for activities that bring them joy and relaxation.5. Letting go of expectations: Tanya addresses the pressure faced by high-achieving moms who often have lengthy to-do lists and struggle with feelings of never accomplishing enough. She advises reassessing priorities, delegating tasks, and temporarily setting aside non-essential projects or goals. By focusing on what truly matters and removing unnecessary stressors, moms can alleviate the burden and enjoy quality time with their children.Overall, the podcast episode provides support and practical advice for working moms during the summertime, acknowledging their challenges, and offering strategies to create a balance between work, family, and self-care.Want to learn more about the Ladies Kickin’ Ass Community?This episode is also available on VIDEO! Check it out here on⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Join our Facebook GroupLet’s Chat, Girl!E-Mail:⁠⁠ ⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠My Link Page:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tanyawilson.page⁠⁠⁠InstagramLinkedIn ⁠⁠Pinterest YouTubeFacebookTikTok⁠⁠Want to be a guest on the podcast??I'd love to hear from Connect more with Tanya & Ladies Kickin Ass…Facebook        LinkedIn       YouTube      TikTok       Website    Insta Join: ⁠⁠BadAss Inner Circle