Ep 28 | How to Stay Focused as a Busy Mom (Stop Starting Over Every Week)

Ep 33 | Why Slowing Down Feels So Hard as a Mom (When Your Worth Feels Tied to Productivity)

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] Why Slowing Down Feels So Hard as a Mom (When Your Worth Feels Tied to Productivity) Why does slowing down feel so uncomfortable… even when you know you need rest? In this episode, we’re talking about: * why overwhelmed Christian moms struggle to rest * how productivity quietly becomes tied to identity * what Scripture says about worth, striving, and sustainable productivity * why rest is both a gift and a command * and how to stop feeling guilty every time you slow down We’ll walk through: * Titus * Romans * Colossians * Psalm 46 * Ecclesiastes * and the story of Mary and Martha …to uncover the deeper reason so many moms feel pressure to constantly keep going. If you’ve ever: * felt guilty resting * struggled to stop working * felt like your value depends on productivity * or constantly felt “behind” this episode will encourage you with a more biblical and sustainable approach to time management, peace, and calm discipline. Praying this episode blesses you. And if you have a mom friend in your life who is also struggling to slow down, don't forget to share this episode with her  💜 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: * 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/plannerhttp://multiplythefive.com/planner [http://multiplythefive.com/planner] * EMAIL me: kirsten@multiplythefive.com [kirsten@multiplythefive.com] * BLOG: https://multiplythefive.com/ [https://multiplythefive.com/]

Ep 32 | Why You Can’t Slow Down as a Mom (Biblical Rest & Overwhelm for Christian Moms)

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] Why You Can’t Slow Down as a Mom (Biblical Rest & Overwhelm for Christian Moms) If you feel like you can’t slow down, even when you want to…this episode is for you. In this episode, we’re talking about: * why rest feels so hard for overwhelmed Christian moms * the real reason you keep striving * what Psalm 127 and Ecclesiastes 3 teach about rest and motherhood * why your limitations are not a failure * how to stop living in constant pressure and hurry Because slowing down isn’t just a productivity issue. For many of us, it’s a trust issue. If you constantly feel: * mentally overloaded * rushed * behind * unable to rest * or stuck in survival mode this episode will help you reframe what biblical rest and sustainable productivity actually look like in this season of motherhood. We also talk about: * asking for help * realistic expectations for moms * and why God may be using this slower season intentionally If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to submit a question, struggle, or practical tip to the Calm Discipline Collective [https://multiplythefive.com/collective].  Links + Resources: * 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] * BLOG: https://multiplythefive.com [https://multiplythefive.com/]

Ep 31 | Why You Always Feel Behind as a Mom (Biblical Time Management for Christian Moms)

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] Episode Overview Do you constantly feel like you’re behind—no matter how much you get done? If you’re an overwhelmed Christian mom trying to manage your time, your home, and your responsibilities, this episode is going to help you understand what’s really going on. Because the truth is — you don’t just have a time management problem. You likely have a measurement problem. In this episode, we’re diving into: * Why you always feel behind (even when you’re productive) * How comparison quietly drives overwhelm * What Matthew 6 actually says about worry and striving * How to shift your mindset using Philippians 4 * A biblical approach to time management for Christian moms If you’ve been trying to follow through on goals, create better planning systems, or feel more in control of your days — but still feel like it’s never enough — this episode will help you reset your focus. Because when you stop measuring your life against the wrong standard, everything changes.   Links + Resources 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 BLOG: https://multiplythefive.com/ [https://multiplythefive.com/]

Ep 30 | How to Stay Focused as a Busy Mom (Simple Systems That Actually Work)

The Capacity-Based Sprint Planning Workshop is open for a limited time: multiplythefive.com/sprint [https://multiplythefive.systeme.io/sprint-planning-cd282ddf] (Cart closes Friday, May 22)   Do you ever feel busy all day… but still unsure what you actually accomplished? If you’re an overwhelmed Christian mom struggling with focus, productivity, and follow-through, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on—and how to fix it. We’re breaking down three simple systems that will help you stay focused and make real progress: * batching tasks to reduce context switching * using a backlog to capture ideas without losing focus * planning focused weeks to build momentum If you’ve been feeling scattered or stuck, this episode will help you create structure that actually supports your real life. Links + Resources: 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] BLOG: https://multiplythefive.com/ [https://multiplythefive.com/]

Ep 29 | Realistic Time Management for Moms: How to Plan a Week You Can Actually Follow

If you're tired of starting over every week The Capacity-Based Sprint Planning Workshop is open for a limited time: multiplythefive.com/sprint [https://multiplythefive.systeme.io/sprint-planning-cd282ddf] (closes May 22)   Have you ever made a plan that felt great… and then a few days later, you’re already behind? If you’re an overwhelmed Christian mom struggling with time management and follow-through, this episode will help you understand why your plans aren’t working and how to fix them. We’re breaking down: * why planning from your “ideal life” sets you up to fail * how unrealistic expectations sabotage your consistency * why clarity matters before commitment * and how to use calm discipline to actually follow through If you’re tired of starting over every week, this episode will help you build a plan that actually fits your real life. Key Takeaways: * Discipline only works when your plan is realistic * Your capacity should determine your workload * Clear priorities lead to better follow-through * Consistency matters more than perfection * Calm discipline creates sustainable productivity Links + Resources: 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] BLOG: https://multiplythefive.com/https://multiplythefive.com/ [https://multiplythefive.com/]