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EPISODE · Mar 3, 2025 · 18 MIN

EP 26: 7 Powerful Goal Setting Tips for High-Achieving Moms Who Prioritize Family Time | Life Planning Skills

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

Hey Successful Mama! Are you setting goals for yourself—only to have them derailed by sick kids, last-minute school projects, or the never-ending mental load? Maybe you dream of growing your business, homeschooling with more intention, or simply making time for self-care… but you find it hard to balance your goals with your family’s needs. I get it. I’ve been there. If you’ve ever felt guilty, overwhelmed, or stuck when trying to set personal goals, this episode will help you find balance so you can thrive in BOTH motherhood and your passions. I once took on an exciting new project that challenged me professionally. I was learning, growing—but also missing out on precious family moments. I thought achieving success in one area meant sacrificing another. But the truth? You don’t have to choose between your personal goals and your family. You just need a better way to align them. In today’s episode, I share how to set goals that fit your season of motherhood (without frustration or burnout) by first defining your family’s core values so your goals don’t pull you in opposite directions. I explain why family-centered time management is the key - not the barrier - to making progress. Listen in to learn how to structure your schedule for flexibility—because, let’s be real, mom life is unpredictable. I also share the secret to choosing goals that create time freedom, not just more hustle. If you’re ready to make progress on your goals without sacrificing family time, hit play! Together, we can Solve for Mom. Episode Highlights (0:00): Teaser (4:40): The real reason moms struggle to make personal goals stick (6:46): Strategies focused on your family’s core identity to shape your goals (7:06): 1. What are your roles? (7:55): 2. What are your family’s values & priorities? (9:26): 3. What does success look like for your family? (10:44): 4. Integrate your family with your goals (11:34): Strategies focused on managing time centered on family (11:39): 5. Work around family non-negotiables for goal-setting without mom guilt (12:40): 6. Create an adaptable schedule that actually works for busy moms (15:05): 7. Lean towards goals that don’t disrupt family energy or harmony (17:15): Re-cap Links Mentioned in This Episode: 📚 The Wild + Free Family by Ainsley Arment 👩‍💻 Ask me about my 1:1 Balanced Mom Coaching Let’s Connect! Become an SFM Insider for FREE twice monthly tips, tools, and exclusives 💌 Join Here Cheering squad! 👍🏽 Tap +Follow (it’s free!) and never miss an episode. Leave me a 🤩 rating & review—your support helps other moms find the show! Connect with Anokhi ❓[email protected] 💕 LinkedIn and Pinterest ➡️ solveformom.com // Science-based life planning to excel while prioritizing family time //

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