Episode 33: Balancing Motherhood and Self-Care: The Quest for Compassionate Productivity with Special Guest Lisa Zawrotny

As a mother, have you ever felt like your well-being is constantly being pushed to the back burner? That's what productivity and accountability coach, Lisa Zawrotny, and I unpack in a heartfelt discussion about the juggle of motherhood, self-care, and carving out a sense of balance amidst chaos. Lisa's candid storytelling of her experience as a caregiver to her mother with Alzheimer's, while managing her own family life, offers an intimate understanding of the delicate dance between caring for others and for ourselves.This episode shatters the myths of productivity, advocating for compassionate productivity over the relentless hustle culture. We dissect cultural norms and societal expectations that have led women to overextend themselves, and how prioritizing tasks through the Pareto principle can result in a more efficient and personally satisfying life. It's about finding harmony among our needs, wants, and values, rather than measuring our worth by our level of busyness.We wrap up with practical advice on decluttering both our physical spaces and our mental load, highlighting the symbiotic relationship between emotional well-being and productivity. Through a guided mind sweep technique, Lisa offers listeners a tool to clear the mental clutter, paving the way for a reorganized life that reflects personal values and goals. Tune in for this transformative conversation, and find a treasure trove of resources linked in the show notes, from Lisa's Positively Living podcast to her engaging Instagram feed, all designed to help you navigate the roadmap to a balanced life.Helpful LinksWebsite: https://positivelyproductive.com/Social Media Handleshttps://facebook.com/positivelyproductivehttps://Instagram.com/positively_lisahttps://linkedin.com/in/positivelyproductivehttps://positivelyliving.buzzsprout.com/https://www.pinterest.com/positivelyproductiveFreebie:Guided Audio Mindsweep https://positivelyproductive.com/sweep Thank you so much for joining me this week on today's episode. Be sure to follow me on IG @therapy.with.kaylaI love hearing about your insights and aha! moments from the show. About the Podcast HostKayla Nettleton is a TX-based licensed therapist, business owner, and mom of 3.In her private practice, Kayla helps women break free from cycles of anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. Her holistic approach guides clients toward authentic, fulfilling lives by reconnecting with their intuition, setting boundaries, and building confidence.Kayla also works with couples, especially parents balancing marriage and family. She offers both traditional couples therapy and focused intensives (6 to 18 hours) to help partners address key issues like communication, trust, and intimacy.Through empathy and effective therapeutic tools, Kayla helps couples reconnect, thrive, and create healthier, more supportive relationships. Her practice transforms self-doubt and disconnection into growth, healing, and lasting change.Find Kayla on IG: @therapy.with.kaylaTikTok: therapy.with.kaylaYouTube: The Modern Mom's Roadmap to Balance PodcastEmail: [email protected] Consultation: Schedule a Free 20 minute therapy consultation here.