Conquer Mom Stress

Jill Gockel

Motherhood isn’t supposed to feel this exhausting. If you’re a busy mom who’s stressed, overwhelmed, burned out, and constantly battling mom guilt—you’re not alone. You love your kids, but between the endless to-do lists, invisible mental load, and pressure to be the “perfect mom”, you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way. Welcome to Conquer Mom Stress—the podcast for busy moms who just want to feel calmer, happier, and more confident again. Each week, Jill Gockel helps you trade burnout for balance and guilt for joy with simple mom tips and tools that fit your busy life. Inside every episode, you’ll learn how to: ✅ Reduce mom stress and overwhelm in minutes ✅ Break free from mom guilt and constant self-doubt ✅ Reclaim your energy with quick self-care habits that actually work ✅ Let go of perfectionism and the pressure to “do it all” ✅ Enjoy motherhood again without feeling stretched too thin This isn’t another unrealistic self-care routine or mom-shaming advice. It’s real talk, practical strategies, and encouragement you can trust—because being a good mom isn’t about being perfect. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m failing as a mom,” “I can’t keep up,” or “I just want to feel like myself again,” then this podcast is for you. 💛 Conquer Mom Stress is your safe space to breathe, reset, and remember—you’re not failing. You’re just carrying more than one person was ever meant to. And now, you finally have the tools to let go of the stress and bring the joy back into motherhood.

  1. 3D AGO

    26 | Tired Mom? 3 Tips To Combat Mother Exhaustion

    Episode 26: Tired Mom? 3 Tips To Combat Mother Exhaustion Podcast: Conquer Mom Stress Host: Jill Gockel   Mama, if you’re a mother tired beyond what caffeine can touch, a mom tired of doing it all, and frankly tired of everything that's robbing your peace — this episode is for you.   In this powerful conversation, learn why so many moms feel completely wore out even when they’re getting things done, caring for kids, and doing it all like a busy mom. This isn’t laziness. It’s the result of carrying an overwhelming mental load, constant worry, and trying to control outcomes God never asked you to manage.   If you feel like an overstimulated mom, an overwhelmed mom, or like you’re doing everything and still falling behind, Jill explains why this leads to mom burnout, also known as depleted mother syndrome. Over time, this level of stress keeps your nervous system on high alert, making better sleep impossible, increasing anxiety, and worsening mommy brain fog and leftover pregnancy brain.   In this episode, you’ll learn:   Why mother exhaustion isn’t just physical—it’s mental and spiritual How worry creates a false sense of control and increases stress Why chronic stress destroys energy for moms and disrupts sleep How mom guilt and mom stress feed into feeling like a failure as a mom Why trying to do it all keeps you stuck in burnout How trusting God as your Shepherd restores peace and strength Practical mom tips and words of encouragement for releasing the mental load and finding joy How letting God lead creates more energy, calmer emotions, and opens the door to true rest and rejuvenation     This episode offers words of encouragement for every mom wondering how to be a good mom when she feels depleted. Jill reminds you that being a good mom doesn’t mean carrying everything alone—it means knowing when to let God carry you.   💛 You are not weak. 💛 You are not failing. 💛 Renewal is coming.   If you’re a mom listening today who feels like an exhausted mother, an overwhelmed mo who is stretched thin, this episode will help you release stress, sleep better, and finally find joy again—with God walking beside you every step of the way.     Motherhood isn’t about doing it all — it’s about finding joy in the moments that matter most. Together, we’re going to conquer mom stress, one small step at a time.   👉 If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who might need it. She will be forever grateful for your thoughtfulness.      🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode 🎁 Submit your question here → jillgockel.com/ask  💌 Let’s connect on Facebook → @JillGockel 🌐 Visit the blog + more resources → jillgockel.com/blog     🚀 Call to Action 👉 Loved this episode? Don’t keep it to yourself! ⭐ Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts: Conquer Mom Stress  📲 Follow the show on Instagram: @JillGockel 🌐 Visit our website: jillgockel.com

    20 min
  2. FEB 3

    25 | How To Stick To A Routine While Being A Mom

    Have you ever believed that if you could just stick to a routine, life would feel easier—only to quit and spiral into self criticism?   In this episode, Jill Gockel speaks directly to the exhausted mom who feels stuck between wanting structure and feeling overwhelmed by stress, mom guilt, and the mental load of being a mom. If you’re trying to juggle all the things, get things done, set goals, and still find joy—but keep falling back into old habits—this conversation will feel like a deep exhale.   Find out why failing to follow a daily routine isn’t a motivation problem or a character flaw. It’s how the brain responds to pressure, anxiety and stress, and perceived overload. When moms are already stretched thin, routines can actually increase mom stress—triggering self sabotage, negative self talk, and the belief that you feel like a failure as a mom.   In this episode, you’ll learn:   Why routines often increase anxiety and stress instead of providing stress relief How self sabotage is your brain seeking safety, not failure Why old habits die hard How chronic stress fuels mom burnout and mom guilt Why perfectionism and doing it all keeps moms stuck How to create a routine aligned with your values, not pressure Why small habits matter more than big new year resolutions How enjoying the process provides stress relief and helps routines stick Why routines aren’t a self worth test but nervous system support     Jill also shares practical mom tips for building routines that reduce anxiety, support getting things done, and help you show up as a calmer, more present good mom. You’ll learn how purpose—not willpower—is the key to sticking to a routine, and how grace-filled consistency helps moms stop cycling through stress and burnout.   This episode offers words of encouragement for any mom wondering how to be a good mom while managing mom stress, self criticism, and daily pressure.   💛 You don’t need to prove yourself. 💛 You don’t need to do it all. 💛 You are already a good mom, right now.     Motherhood isn’t about doing it all — it’s about finding joy in the moments that matter most. Together, we’re going to conquer mom stress, one small step at a time.   👉 If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who might need it. She will be forever grateful for your thoughtfulness.      🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode 🎁 Submit your question here → jillgockel.com/ask  💌 Let’s connect on Facebook → @JillGockel 🌐 Visit the blog + more resources → jillgockel.com/blog     🚀 Call to Action 👉 Loved this episode? Don’t keep it to yourself! ⭐ Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts: Conquer Mom Stress  📲 Follow the show on Instagram: @JillGockel 🌐 Visit our website: jillgockel.com

    19 min
  3. JAN 27

    24 | How to Build Self Worth As A Mother

    What if your self value whiling being a mom didn’t depend on how much you got done today?   In this episode of Conquer Mom Stress, Jill Gockel gently challenges the belief so many moms carry—that finding your worth comes from your productivity, performance, and how well you “hold it all together.” If you’re feeling like a failure as a mom on days when the house is messy, the kids are melting down, or your to-do list goes untouched, this episode is for you.   Many moms unknowingly live under a constant performance-based scorecard—a self worth test of how productive, patient, or put-together you were that day. This way of living quietly fuels stress, mom guilt, and mom burnout, especially for an exhausted mom with kids at home and unpredictable days.   Through Scripture and lived experience, this episode redefines self worth meaning that your value is not something that is earned. It will help you to know your worth bible verses like the Prodigal Son remind you of your identity in Christ. Jill explains the importance of self worth rooted not in what you do—but in whose you are.   You’ll learn:   Why tying self esteem to productivity increases mom stress and burnout How performance-based worth keeps moms stuck in pressure comparing yourself to others What it truly means for knowing your worth as a woman and as a mother Why anchoring your identity in God transforms how to be happy as a mom The reason being a good mom has nothing to do with perfection—and everything to do with love     This episode offers relief for the mom who feels like she has to be everything for everyone, all the time. It invites you to step off the invisible scoreboard, stop striving to prove yourself so you dont compare yourself to others.   You’ll also learn practical mom tips for how to get things done and how to be productive without attaching your identity to performance.   If you’re longing to know how to build self worth and how to stop comparing yourself to others so you can gain deeper peace and joy as a mom, this conversation will help you rest in God's truth instead of striving to be perfect.   💛 You don’t have to earn your value. 💛 You don’t have to prove you’re enough. 💛 You are already deeply loved—and from that place, joy can grow again.   If this message encouraged you, share it with another mom who's wondering how to know your self worth so she can recognize she is already worthy, right now.

    19 min
  4. JAN 20

    23 | How To Stop Yelling At Your Kids (Parent With Love Instead)

    If you’ve ever felt overwhelming mom guilt or caught yourself feeling guilty for yelling at my child, this episode was created for you. Jill Gockel compassionately explains why yelling happens—not because you’re a bad mom, but because stress, mommy brain, and exhaustion overload your nervous system.   In this episode, you’ll learn:   The psychological effects of yelling at a child and why it shuts down learning How yelling impacts connection, behavior, and present parenting Why negative self talk and self criticism spike after yelling How self compassion protects self esteem and lowers stress Why an exhausted mom is more vulnerable to mom burnout and mom stress How parenting with love supports emotional regulation and cooperation Practical, positive parenting tips rooted in neuroscience and faith Encouraging Bible verses mothers can turn to when guilt feels heavy Encouraging words to moms who feel like they’re failing but deeply care   This episode reframes discipline through the love of parent, reminding every mom that being a good mom isn’t about perfection—it’s about repair, presence, and calm leadership. Learn how gentleness, connection, and emotional regulation create long-term change without fear or shame.   If you’re a mom navigating stress, struggling with feeling like a failure as a mom, or longing to parent with love instead of yelling, this conversation will bring clarity, hope, and peace. Enjoy this mom podcast, it's a calm parenting podcast created with you in mind.    💛 Remember, you’re not broken. You’re learning. And you’re not alone.    Motherhood isn’t about doing it all—it’s about finding joy in the moments that matter most. Together, we’re going to conquer mom stress one small step at a time.   👉 If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who might need it. She will be forever grateful for your thoughtfulness.      🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode 🎁 Submit your question here → jillgockel.com/ask  💌 Let’s connect on Facebook → @JillGockel 🌐 Visit the blog + more resources → jillgockel.com/blog     🚀 Call to Action 👉 Loved this episode? Don’t keep it to yourself! ⭐ Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts: Conquer Mom Stress  📲 Follow the show on Instagram: @JillGockel 🌐 Visit our website: jillgockel.com

    15 min
  5. JAN 13

    22 | Overcome Self Criticism To Find Joy As A Busy Mom

    Self criticism often sounds like responsibility—but for many moms, it becomes the root of chronic stress, mom burnout, and feeling like you’re failing as a mom. In this powerful episode, Jill Gockel explains why negative self talk is so common for a busy mom, how it increases mom stress, and why it keeps you stuck in survival instead of growth.   You’ll learn: What self criticism really is and why moms experience it more intensely Common self-criticism examples that create mom guilt and emotional exhaustion How negative self talk activates stress and reinforces mom burnout Why New Years Resolutions and setting goals often trigger more self pressure How to overcome self criticism by creating safety instead of shame How to stop negative self talk through curiosity, compassion, and tiny shifts How changing your words can biologically reduce stress and restore joy   Jill also shares encouraging Bible verses from Proverbs that reveal how words shape your nervous system, your mindset, and your experience of motherhood. You’ll discover why being a good mom doesn’t come from harsher self talk—but from grace, clarity, and realistic growth.   If you’ve ever felt like a failure as a mom, struggled with mom guilt, or wondered how to be a good mom without burning out, this episode offers practical tools, words of encouragement, and a hope-filled path forward.   🎯 This episode is for every mom who wants to lower stress, set healthier goals, and find joy again—one small step at a time.   Motherhood isn’t about doing it all—it’s about finding joy in the moments that matter most. Together, we’re going to conquer mom stress one small step at a time.   👉 If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who might need it. She will be forever grateful for your thoughtfulness.      🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode 🎁 Submit your question here → jillgockel.com/ask  💌 Let’s connect on Facebook → @JillGockel 🌐 Visit the blog + more resources → jillgockel.com/blog     🚀 Call to Action 👉 Loved this episode? Don’t keep it to yourself! ⭐ Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts: Conquer Mom Stress  📲 Follow the show on Instagram: @JillGockel 🌐 Visit our website: jillgockel.com

    18 min
  6. JAN 6

    21 | Find Joy By Rediscovering Yourself When Lost In Motherhood

    If New Years Resolutions leave you feeling overwhelmed instead of hopeful, this episode is for you. Jill Gockelexplores why so many moms feel lost in motherhood, stuck in survival mode, and simply trying to get through the day.   When life becomes an endless loop of responsibilities, stress, mom stress, and chronic stress quietly drain your energy. Over time, this can lead to mom burnout, mom guilt, and even the painful belief that you feel like a failure as a mom. Jill explains how this pattern connects to Learned Helplessness, where dreaming feels unsafe and joy feels out of reach.   In this episode, you’ll learn why dreaming is essential—not selfish—and how dreams actually boost energy, restore emotional health, and help moms find joy and feel joy again. Through curiosity, gentle setting goals, and honoring tiny desires, moms can begin to rediscover yourself without pressure or overwhelm.   Jill also shares encouraging Bible verses and powerful words of encouragement, reminding moms that God is still at work in them. You don’t have to abandon your dreams to be a good mom—your wholeness strengthens your family.   This episode of Conquer Mom Stress invites you to move from survival to joy, one small step at a time.     Motherhood isn’t about doing it all—it’s about finding joy in the moments that matter most. Together, we’re going to conquer mom stress one small step at a time.   👉 If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who might need it. She will be forever grateful for your thoughtfulness.        🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode 🎁 Submit your question here → jillgockel.com/ask  💌 Let’s connect on Facebook → @JillGockel 🌐 Visit the blog + more resources → jillgockel.com/blog     🚀 Call to Action 👉 Loved this episode? Don’t keep it to yourself! ⭐ Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts: Conquer Mom Stress  📲 Follow the show on Instagram: @JillGockel 🌐 Visit our website: jillgockel.com

    17 min
  7. 12/30/2025

    20 | New Year Resolutions Without Mom Stress

    As January approaches, many moms feel dread instead of motivation when thinking about New Years Resolutions. In this episode, Jill Gockel speaks directly to the overwhelmed mom who wants to grow but feels buried under stress, mom stress, and exhaustion.  Jill shares why a traditional New Years Resolution often leads to mom burnout and increased mom guilt—not because moms lack discipline, but because their brains are wired for safety, not sudden massive change. When goals are too big, cortisol rises, energy drops, and confidence crumbles, leaving moms feeling like they’re failing as a good mom. This episode introduces a healthier way of setting goals using The Compound Effect, showing how small, consistent actions help moms achieve goals without triggering stress. Instead of chasing perfection, Jill teaches how tiny habits reduce pressure, build confidence, and create lasting change over time. You’ll also hear encouraging Bible verses and heartfelt words of encouragement that remind moms God rejoices in small beginnings. Growth doesn’t require force—it requires faith, consistency, and grace. If you’re ready to pursue goals without guilt, reclaim peace, and grow in a way that fits your season of motherhood, this episode will help you start the new year grounded, hopeful, and supported. Motherhood isn’t about doing it all—it’s about finding joy in the moments that matter most. Together, we’re going to conquer mom stress one small step at a time.   👉 If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who might need it. She will be forever grateful for your thoughtfulness.      🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode 🎁 Submit your question here → jillgockel.com/ask  💌 Let’s connect on Facebook → @JillGockel 🌐 Visit the blog + more resources → jillgockel.com/blog     🚀 Call to Action 👉 Loved this episode? Don’t keep it to yourself! ⭐ Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts: Conquer Mom Stress  📲 Follow the show on Instagram: @JillGockel 🌐 Visit our website: jillgockel.com

    20 min
  8. 12/23/2025

    19 | Why Getting Things Done Over Christmas Break Causes Mom Burnout

    If you’ve ever felt pulled between doing it all and slowing down, you’re not alone. During Christmas break, many moms feel the weight of mom guilt collide with the pressure of getting things done. In this powerful episode, Jill Gockel reveals why your brain goes into tug-of-war mode — and how that mental split causes rising stress, emotional exhaustion, and even mom burnout.   You’ll hear what’s really behind mom stress, why your brain drains energy in split mode, and how elevated cortisol explains the real symptoms of stress in women — from irritability to fatigue. Jill also breaks down how this overload leads to mommy brain, emotional disconnection, and feeling like you’re failing at how to be a good mom… even when you’re trying your best.   This episode invites every mom into a healthier rhythm of motherhood living — one where you don’t have to choose between productivity and presence. You’ll learn how present parenting actually restores your nervous system and improves quality time with family. You’ll also discover how simple shifts can help you connect with kids while still moving forward — without guilt.   Jill shares grace-filled strategies to:   Reduce holiday stress without ignoring responsibility Break free from the guilt loop Balance productivity with connection Stop measuring worth by output Experience peace even in chaos     This episode ends with one of the most comforting encouraging Bible verses for mothers from Luke 10:41-42 and a reminder that being a good mom isn’t about perfection — it’s about presence.   Motherhood wasn’t meant to be lived in survival mode… and you’re not meant to carry it alone. Reclaim your peace today.     👉 If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who might need it. She will be forever grateful for your thoughtfulness.      🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode 🎁 Have a specific mom stressor you want Jill to cover? Submit your question here → jillgockel.com/ask  💌 Let’s connect on Facebook → @JillGockel 🌐 Visit the blog + more resources → jillgockel.com/blog   🚀 Call to Action 👉 Loved this episode? Don’t keep it to yourself! ⭐ Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts: Conquer Mom Stress  📲 Follow the show on Instagram: @JillGockel 🌐 Visit our website: jillgockel.com

    17 min

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Motherhood isn’t supposed to feel this exhausting. If you’re a busy mom who’s stressed, overwhelmed, burned out, and constantly battling mom guilt—you’re not alone. You love your kids, but between the endless to-do lists, invisible mental load, and pressure to be the “perfect mom”, you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way. Welcome to Conquer Mom Stress—the podcast for busy moms who just want to feel calmer, happier, and more confident again. Each week, Jill Gockel helps you trade burnout for balance and guilt for joy with simple mom tips and tools that fit your busy life. Inside every episode, you’ll learn how to: ✅ Reduce mom stress and overwhelm in minutes ✅ Break free from mom guilt and constant self-doubt ✅ Reclaim your energy with quick self-care habits that actually work ✅ Let go of perfectionism and the pressure to “do it all” ✅ Enjoy motherhood again without feeling stretched too thin This isn’t another unrealistic self-care routine or mom-shaming advice. It’s real talk, practical strategies, and encouragement you can trust—because being a good mom isn’t about being perfect. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m failing as a mom,” “I can’t keep up,” or “I just want to feel like myself again,” then this podcast is for you. 💛 Conquer Mom Stress is your safe space to breathe, reset, and remember—you’re not failing. You’re just carrying more than one person was ever meant to. And now, you finally have the tools to let go of the stress and bring the joy back into motherhood.