About Progress

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All the self-help extremes out there seem designed for perfect robots. But what if progress doesn’t require perfection? Welcome to your gentle self-development hub: About Progress, a podcast and community devoted to progress made practical. Join host and coach, Monica Packer, and her special guests to get the hug AND kick in the pants you need to do something and grow in ways that stick.

  1. 5 hr ago

    Why Organizing Isn't About Being Perfect || H&K with Mika Perry

    If you've ever felt like your home (or your life) has to look Pinterest-perfect to count as "organized," this one's for you. Mika Perry breaks down why organization isn't about perfection at all — it's about preparation. She shares one of the simplest mindset shifts for how to be happier with your systems: don't wait around for motivation, because action creates motivation, not the other way around. It's a small daily habit that changes everything. Mika also unpacks something most of us mix up: the difference between decluttering and organizing, and why doing one without the other leaves you right back where you started. This is personal development you can actually use today — no perfectionism required. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/10-basics-you-need-to-know-to-organize-your-home ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! ⁠Leave a rating and review⁠ Get the free DSL Training. Follow About Progress on ⁠YOUTUBE⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 5 days ago

    The Busy Mom's Guide to Reading More: Audiobooks, Book Clubs & 5 Beginner Picks || with Meagan Briggs

    In this episode I chat with Meagan Briggs, who shares her remarkable journey from reading occasionally to devouring over 150 books a year. Our conversation dives into how she reignited her love for reading and the role it plays in her life as a busy mom. Her story is an inspiring reminder of the importance of carving out time for ourselves, even in the midst of motherhood. Join us as Meagan offers practical tips on incorporating reading into your life and how audiobooks can fit seamlessly into a busy routine. Her insights have certainly invigorated my approach to self-care, and they might just do the same for you. Tune into the episode to discover how you can reignite your passions and fuel your personal growth. Complementary episodes: ⁠3 Tips to Becoming a Bookworm⁠ ⁠Meagan's Book Club Current Top Reads⁠ ⁠Meagan’s IG⁠ Get 50% off last year’s More for Moms Archive Pass with code LISTENER at checkout. Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good.  Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 18 Jul

    You Are the Common Denominator: Why Self-Care Isn't Selfish || H&K with Geomyra Pollard

    If you're a mom who always ends up last on your own list, this one's for you. Jamira Pollard breaks down why putting yourself first isn't selfish — it's the foundation that lets you show up for everyone else. This clip is full of practical, no-cost ways to practice self-care for mothers: reading for fun, borrowing free library audiobooks, taking five quiet minutes before the day gets away from you. It's a simple but powerful reminder that self-compassion and daily habits — not big grand gestures — are what actually move the needle on how to feel happier. If you're working on personal growth and development or trying to build sustainable self-improvement into a busy life, this is the mindset shift to start with. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/stop-chasing-balance-and-learn-to-live-a-well-rounded-life-you-love⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! ⁠Leave a rating and review⁠ Get the free DSL Training. Follow About Progress on ⁠YOUTUBE⁠! Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 13 Jul

    Better Sleep for Moms: A Sleep MD on Sleep Anxiety, Bedtime Routines, and Healing Your Sleep Relationship || with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell

    I recently chatted with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell about why moms should prioritize their own sleep alongside caring for their children. She shared how our relationship with sleep is akin to any other important relationship—it needs nurturing. From the eye-opening concept of "sleep anxiety" to the practical tips on redefining our nighttime routines, our conversation unveiled how small changes can bring about big transformations in our energy and clarity. For more enlightening tidbits, like why charging your phone across the room can be a game changer and the benefits of red lights during night feedings, make sure to tune into the full session on the About Progress podcast. Dr. Holliday-Bell's expertise and insights might be just what you need to reclaim restful, rejuvenating nights. Dr. Holliday-Bell's The Sleep Savvy Mom’s Guide: Real Sleep Solutions For You & Baby, Instagram and Website Complementary episodes: 3 Actionable Ways to Optimize Your Sleep Get 50% off last year’s More for Moms Archive Pass with code LISTENER at checkout. Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good.  Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. 6 Jul

    How to Rediscover Your Style as a Mom: Dressing for Yourself Amidist Identity and Body Shifts || with Julie Allen

    Recently, style expert Julie Allen from the More for Moms conference and I explored how style is not just about what we wear but a pathway to reconnecting with who we are, especially as moms navigating life's changes. Julie shared powerful insights on seeing style as a tool for self-discovery and joy, urging us to break free from societal expectations and embrace our unique identities. Julie highlighted the fun and freedom in using style as self-expression, offering practical steps to incorporate creativity into our daily lives. Her perspective on prioritizing personal joy and value is something every woman can benefit from. For a deep dive into our eye-opening conversation, tune in to the full episode. Julie's TJG Summer Style Guide, Instagram Get 50% off last year’s More for Moms Archive Pass with code LISTENER at checkout. Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good.  Complementary episodes: Recent episode with Angela Foster on How to Dress Yourself as Your Body Ages Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 4 Jul

    You've Been Thinking About Self-Care All Wrong || H&K with Taylor Morrison

    What if self-care had nothing to do with spa days, spending money, or carving out an hour for yourself? Taylor Elise Morrison breaks down the myths we've all believed about self-care — and offers a definition that actually works for real life: listening within and responding in the most loving way possible. If perfectionism has ever kept you from taking care of yourself because you couldn't do it "the right way," this clip will change how you see those little pockets of time in your day. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/the-biggest-self-care-myths-you-need-to-bust ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! ⁠Leave a rating and review⁠ Get the free DSL Training. Follow About Progress on ⁠YOUTUBE⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. 29 Jun

    Feeling Overstimulated as a Mom? Hidden Signs to Watch For (and What to Do About It) || with Alex Viera

    As a mom, my vision involved perfect moments with my kids, unaware of the strain overstimulation could bring. It's not just juggling cleaning or cooking but managing the hidden pressure of sensory overload. This isn't a flaw—it's our nervous system waving a red flag for help. What's the secret to steering through it? In this episode, I sit down with Alex Viera, a pediatric occupational therapist and nervous system coach, to explore how we can mitigate this stress. Discover how simple shifts in meeting basic needs and embracing joy can lighten the load and restore our sense of self. Tune in to hear Alex’s insights on transforming overwhelming moments into manageable ones. Alex's website and socials Complementary episodes: ⁠Interview with Alyssa Blask Campbell⁠ on the nervous systems; ⁠Interview with Dr. Anna Packard⁠, eating disorder therapist on healing your relationship with your body; Solo episode on the ⁠N’s of Numbing Out⁠ Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good. Get the free DSL Training. Get 50% off last year’s More for Moms All-Access Pass with code LISTENER at checkout. Get your AquaTru water purifier with the discount code “MONICA.”  Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.” Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. 27 Jun

    The Real Reason You Can't Stop Chasing Your To-Do List || H&K with Steven Lawson

    If you've ever felt like no matter how much you get done, it's never enough — this one's for you. Stephen Lawson breaks down what's really going on beneath the surface of our productivity obsession: it's not a time management problem, it's a peace problem. And underneath that? Fear. The fear of failure, of success, and something even deeper — the discomfort of facing how short life actually is. If you're ready to stop racing toward perfection and start living your actual life right now, this conversation is a must-watch. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-to-dramatically-shift-your-time-management ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! ⁠Leave a rating and review⁠ Get the free DSL Training. Follow About Progress on ⁠YOUTUBE⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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All the self-help extremes out there seem designed for perfect robots. But what if progress doesn’t require perfection? Welcome to your gentle self-development hub: About Progress, a podcast and community devoted to progress made practical. Join host and coach, Monica Packer, and her special guests to get the hug AND kick in the pants you need to do something and grow in ways that stick.

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    Cloud10
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    2016 - 2026
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