Ep 39 | Biblical Productivity for Christian Moms: Why Planning Is NOT the Opposite of Trusting God

Ep 39 | Biblical Productivity for Christian Moms: Why Planning Is NOT the Opposite of Trusting God

Grab the free Sprint Planning Guide: http://multiplythefive.com/guide [http://multiplythefive.com/guide] Do planning and trusting God belong together? Do you ACTUALLY trust God if you're always making plans,setting goals, or creating strategies? Many Christian moms feel tension between making plans and having faith. We hear phrases like "just trust God" or "let go and let Go" and sometimes assume that goals, schedules, and planning systems somehow compete with dependence on Him. But that's not what we see in the book of Nehemiah. In this episode, we're continuing our Nehemiah series by exploring why biblical planning is NOT the opposite of trusting God. Nehemiah prayed deeply, sought wisdom, assessed reality, created a plan, adapted when circumstances changed, and trusted God through the entire process. In this episode, you'll learn: * How Nehemiah didn't rush ahead of God * How wisdom and planning work together * The difference between preparation and control * Why capacity-based planning creates more sustainable productivity * How to pause and respond wisely instead of reacting emotionally * Why faithful stewardship matters more than perfect plans If you're an overwhelmed Christian mom looking for practical time management, biblical productivity, sustainable planning systems, and a healthier way to pursue your goals, this episode is for you. Links + Resources: * Submit a question or tip to the Calm Discipline Collective: multiplythefive.com/collective [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI7OIps8UAFc5-uecNQeUwpISl1sV7O2-Ia4xfqsdLil1byw/viewform] * FREE Sprint Planning Guide: http://multiplythefive.com/guidehttp://multiplythefive.com/guide [http://multiplythefive.com/guide] * FREE Biblical Productivity Planner: http://multiplythefive.com/plannerhttp://multiplythefive.com/planner [http://multiplythefive.com/planner] * EMAIL me: kirsten@multiplythefive.com [kirsten@multiplythefive.com] * BLOG: https://multiplythefive.com/ [https://multiplythefive.com/]

Ep 38 | How to Pray When You're Overwhelmed as a Mom (4 Lessons from Nehemiah for Christian Moms)

Don't forget! This is the first episode in a new series all about lessons from Nehemiah, so be sure to follow the show and share this episode with a friend so you can study through Nehemiah together!   Do you ever feel overwhelmed as a mom and wonder how you're supposed to keep praying when life feels chaotic? In this episode, we're kicking off a brand-new series through the book of Nehemiah by looking at four powerful lessons about prayer that every Christian mom can apply today. You'll learn: * Why Nehemiah prayed both deeply and in the moment * How prayer and action work together * Why we sometimes need strength instead of a quick fix * How to keep praying when progress feels slow Motherhood gives us daily opportunities to seek wisdom, courage, patience, and perseverance. Nehemiah reminds us that prayer isn't just something we do when we need help — it's something that can shape the way we live every day.  If you're an overwhelmed Christian mom who is tired of using God as her personal customer service agent, you're in the right place. In this episode, you'll find biblical encouragement, practical faith, and a deeper relationship with God. Links + Resources: * Submit a question or tip to the Calm Discipline Collective: multiplythefive.com/collective [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI7OIps8UAFc5-uecNQeUwpISl1sV7O2-Ia4xfqsdLil1byw/viewform] * FREE Sprint Planning Guide: http://multiplythefive.com/guidehttp://multiplythefive.com/guide [http://multiplythefive.com/guide] * FREE Biblical Productivity Planner: http://multiplythefive.com/plannerhttp://multiplythefive.com/planner [http://multiplythefive.com/planner] * EMAIL me: kirsten@multiplythefive.com [kirsten@multiplythefive.com] * BLOG: https://multiplythefive.com/ [https://multiplythefive.com/]

Ep 37 | How to Stay Calm and Consistent in the Chaos (Simple Systems for Busy Christian Moms)

Do you ever wonder how some moms seem to stay calm and consistent even when life feels chaotic? In this episode, I'm answering a listener question submitted through the Calm Discipline Collective [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI7OIps8UAFc5-uecNQeUwpISl1sV7O2-Ia4xfqsdLil1byw/viewform]: "How do you stay calm and consistent in the chaos?" The truth is, I don't stay calm because my life is perfectly calm. I stay relatively calm and consistent because I've built a few simple systems that help me navigate the unpredictability of motherhood. In this episode, I share three practical strategies that have made the biggest difference for me: * Keeping life simple and predictable * Using a Good, Better, Best philosophy * Building strong morning and evening routines We'll also talk about why consistency matters more than perfection, how to reduce decision fatigue, and why simple systems often outperform complicated productivity plans. If you're an overwhelmed Christian mom looking for sustainable productivity, better time management, and practical planning systems that actually work in real life, this episode is for you. Submit your question or advice to the Calm Discipline Collective: multiplythefive.com/collective [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI7OIps8UAFc5-uecNQeUwpISl1sV7O2-Ia4xfqsdLil1byw/viewform]   Episode Resources Mentioned: * Ep 4 | The SIMPLE Evening Routine Every Christian Mom Needs for a Peaceful Tomorrow * Ep 6 | A Simple Morning Routine for Christian Moms: 5 Steps to Start Your Day with Peace, Purpose & Productivity * Ep 10 | Habit Stacking for Moms: Simple Routines That Put Your Day on Autopilot * 50 Life-Changing Habit Stacking Examples for Busy Moms [https://multiplythefive.com/50-life-changing-habit-stacking-examples-for-busy-moms/]  Links + Resources: * Submit to the Calm Discipline Collective: multiplythefive.com/collective [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI7OIps8UAFc5-uecNQeUwpISl1sV7O2-Ia4xfqsdLil1byw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115975233113344570215] * FREE Sprint Planning Guide: http://multiplythefive.com/guide [http://multiplythefive.com/guide]  * FREE Biblical Productivity Planner: http://multiplythefive.com/planner [http://multiplythefive.com/planner]  * SAVE 10% on Brick: https://www.getbrick.app/KIRSTEN46974 [https://www.getbrick.app/KIRSTEN46974] * EMAIL me: kirsten@multiplythefive.com [kirsten@multiplythefive.com] * BLOG: https://multiplythefive.com/ [https://multiplythefive.com/]

Ep 36 | The Hidden Cost of Never Slowing Down as a Mom (Biblical Rest for Overwhelmed Christian Moms)

If you've been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, distracted, or like you're constantly running behind, this episode is for you. In this episode, we're talking about what actually happens when we never slow down—and why biblical rest is about far more than simply getting more sleep. We'll explore: * Why God designed us to need rest * The hidden cost of constant busyness * How striving can cause us to miss God's grace * What Elijah's burnout teaches us about rest * Why slowing down helps us gain wisdom and become more fruitful * How biblical productivity differs from hustle culture If you've listened to the previous episodes in this summer series on overwhelm, overcommitment, and slowing down, this episode helps tie everything together. The goal isn't to accomplish everything. The goal is faithfulness. And faithfulness often grows best at a pace slow enough to notice God's hand in your life.

Ep 35 | Why You Can’t Turn Your Brain Off as a Mom (Biblical Help for Overthinking & Mental Overload)

Submit to the Calm Discipline Collective If this episode encouraged you, I’d love to hear from you. Submit a practical insight or topic idea here: multiplythefive.com/collective [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI7OIps8UAFc5-uecNQeUwpISl1sV7O2-Ia4xfqsdLil1byw/viewform] Help! I can't turn my brain off Do you ever finally stop moving… but your brain keeps going? Like you literally cannot stop thinking. As a mom, it's really hard to turn our brains off, but there are some biblical and practical approaches we can take to reduce our mental overwhelm.  In this episode, we’re talking about: * why overwhelmed moms struggle with overthinking * how unresolved thoughts keep us mentally exhausted * what Scripture says about anxiety and mental peace * how to use the Lord’s Prayer in everyday motherhood struggles * practical ways to stop spiraling mentally We’ll walk through: * Philippians 4 * Matthew 6 * Isaiah 26 * Romans 12 * Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4 …to talk about what biblical peace actually looks like in the middle of modern motherhood. If you are a Christian mom who constantly feels: * mentally overloaded * emotionally exhausted * stuck replaying conversations * overwhelmed with decisions * or unable to “shut your brain off” this episode will encourage you with practical and biblical tools for finding peace, renewing your mind, and creating calmer rhythms. If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to submit a question, thought, or practical tip to the Calm Discipline Collective at: multiplythefive.com/collective [https://multiplythefive.com/collective] Links + Resources: * Submit to the Calm Discipline Collective: multiplythefive.com/collective [https://multiplythefive.com/collective] * FREE Sprint Planning Guide: http://multiplythefive.com/guide [http://multiplythefive.com/guide] * FREE Biblical Productivity Planner: http://multiplythefive.com/planner [http://multiplythefive.com/planner] * EMAIL me: kirsten@multiplythefive.com [kirsten@multiplythefive.com]