21 | Having Trouble Creating A Consistent Morning Routine Habit? Why Your Bedtime Routine Matters

25 | Dealing with Distractions - 3 Simple Shifts to Help You Refocus During Your Morning Quiet Time

Do you ever feel like your mind starts wandering the second you sit down for your morning quiet time? Are distractions making it hard to stay focused during your time with God? Have you started wondering if you’re “bad” at having a consistent quiet time because you can’t seem to concentrate? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple strategies for dealing with distractions during your morning quiet time so you can stop feeling frustrated and start reconnecting with God in a more peaceful, grace-filled way. As busy moms, our minds are constantly carrying mental to-do lists, worries, and responsibilities, which can make focusing during quiet time feel almost impossible some mornings. But distraction doesn’t have to mean failure. You’ll learn practical ways to refocus when your mind starts to drift, how to handle distracting thoughts without guilt, and why some distractions may actually be worth paying attention to. This episode is for the mom who wants a deeper relationship with God but feels discouraged by how distracted she gets during her quiet time. My hope is that you’ll walk away feeling encouraged, equipped, and reminded that God isn’t looking for perfection — He simply wants to meet with you. Contact - > seekfirstmom@gmail.com [seekfirstmom@gmail.com] Podcast -＞ https://seekfirstmom.podbean.com [https://seekfirstmom.podbean.com] Instagram -＞@seekfirstmom Newsletter - > Seek First Circle Check-In [https://seekfirstcircle-79364.gr-site.com/]

24 | Want to Hear God More Clearly? The Power of a Consistent Quiet Time

Do you ever wonder if God is speaking to you… or if it’s just your own thoughts? Have you ever wished you could recognize His voice more clearly in your everyday life? Or maybe you’ve felt discouraged because your quiet time doesn’t seem “deep enough” to make a difference? In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about recognizing God’s voice through consistent time in His presence so you can feel more confident hearing from Him in your everyday life. Inspired by a powerful story from Priscilla Shirer, I’m opening up about my own journey of wanting to hear God more clearly, the seasons where I felt unsure, and how simple, imperfect mornings spent in Bible study and prayer slowly changed things over time. If you’re a busy mom who wants a deeper relationship with God but feels overwhelmed, inconsistent, or unsure where to start, this episode will encourage you to keep showing up — even when growth feels slow. You’ll be reminded that knowing God’s voice doesn’t usually happen through one big spiritual moment, but through daily relationship, accumulated time with Him, and learning to recognize His character little by little.

23 | Why Starting Small Might Actually Increase Your Chances of Creating a Consistent Habit

Have you ever felt excited to start a morning routine… only to give up a few days later because it felt too overwhelming?  Do you feel like your quiet time “doesn’t count” unless you’re spending a full hour in Bible study and prayer? What if starting smaller is actually the thing that will help you stay consistent? In this episode, I’m sharing why starting small with your morning routine can actually help you build consistency so you can create a life-giving habit that feels realistic for the season you’re in. We’re talking about why small habits are easier to repeat, how they help remove overwhelm, and why consistent small steps can begin shaping your identity as someone who starts her day with God. If you’ve been struggling to stick with a morning routine because it feels too big, too complicated, or too unrealistic, this episode will encourage you to simplify your approach and focus on building momentum one small step at a time. My hope is that you’ll walk away feeling less pressure to do everything perfectly and more confidence to simply begin.

22 | Prayer Webs - How I Circle My Prayers During My Morning Prayer Time

In this episode, I’m sharing a more personal look into my own morning routine as I prepare to transition into a new prayer journal. As I reflected on what worked well in my current journal — and what didn’t — I realized that some of the prayer habits I hoped would stick never quite did (including the completely blank calendars at the front of my journal… oops!). But one simple tool I do want to carry into this next season is something I call my prayer webs. Today, I’m sharing how these prayer webs have helped me with prayer journaling, why I’m bringing them back into my routine, and how they help me stay intentional in prayer even during busy seasons of motherhood. We’ll also talk about reassessing routines without guilt, simplifying your quiet time, and building prayer habits that actually fit your real life. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to create the “perfect” quiet time routine, this episode will encourage you to let go of perfection and focus on simple, sustainable rhythms that help you spend time with the Lord consistently.

21 | Having Trouble Creating A Consistent Morning Routine Habit? Why Your Bedtime Routine Matters

Have you ever wondered why it feels so hard to stick to a consistent morning routine? The answer might actually begin with your evenings.  In this episode, we’re talking about simple bedtime routine habits for mom that can help you feel more rested, more prepared, and help you to be more consistent in your morning routine.  I’m sharing a few practical shifts that can support better sleep, create healthier rhythms, and make early mornings feel more doable in this season of motherhood.