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EPISODE · Dec 9, 2024 · 18 MIN

EP 14: Do THIS to Find Work-Life Balance as a WAHM | Life Planning Skills [Holiday Series]

from Science Careers for Moms | Women in STEM, Work-Life Balance, Career Goals, Career Planning, Decision Making · host Anokhi Kapasi, PhD - Life Planning Coach for Busy Moms + Personal Growth Strategist + WAHM + Homeschooling Mom

Hello Ambitious WAHM! Are you feeling like you're juggling too many balls during the holiday season? Between work deadlines, family traditions, holiday prep, and trying to maintain some semblance of personal time – it can feel overwhelming, right? As a work-at-home mom (WAHM), I know the struggle of maintaining boundaries when your workspace and living space are one and the same. Add in the holiday chaos, and it might feel impossible to find balance! In today's episode, I share my science-style strategies for creating harmony between work, family time, and personal growth during the holidays. Drawing from my experience as a WAHM who manages consulting work, a start-up business, homeschooling, and passion projects, I'll show you how to make the holidays enjoyable rather than overwhelming. I talk about why being clear on your priorities is crucial for personal growth and family harmony. I show how you can make better decisions during the holidays (Hint: life planning is the best way). I don’t leave you hanging, though, because I also lay out practical time management & productivity strategies that actually work for WAHMs. Episode Highlights: (0:00): Teaser (02:48): The “WAHM dilemma” (04:20): 1. Be clear on what is important to you during the holidays (06:07): + Self-discovery questions (06:51): + Life planning is a tool for creating balance ⏮️ Episode 8: Life Planning 101: Follow the Right Trajectory For YOU (08:10): + Get comfortable saying “no” (08:37): + Set your non-negotiables as your anchor points (13:19): 2. Be productive with your time (10:57): + Time blocking (11:28): + Set time boundaries & communicate them (12:19): + Task batching (14:03): + Release perfectionism & delegate where possible (15:14): + Blending personal interests with family time (15:53): Become an SFM Insider to receive my newsletter where I will share life planning resources. My next December 2024 issue will include my favorite Golden Milk recipe too :) (16:09): Re-cap If you're ready to transform your holiday experience from chaotic to intentional while maintaining space for your relaxation and family time, hit play and together we can solve for Mom! Tap +Follow (it’s free!). Leave me a rating & review (thank you!). E-mail me at [email protected] and your question could be the topic of an upcoming episode! Become an SFM Insider to receive my free twice monthly newsletter: https://solveformom.myflodesk.com/bpj5yvdu3q Visit www.solveformom.com // Grow Your Individuality While Prioritizing Family Time //

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