Overwhelmed Christian Mom, Boundaries, Routines, Present Mom, Overstimulated, Time Management

Heather Dawn- Christian Mom, Wife & Entrepreneur
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Do you find yourself saying, “Hurry up!” ten times before 8 a.m., breaking up sibling arguments, rushing everyone out the door, and already feeling exhausted before your day has really started? You’re carrying the weight of the kids, the house, the meals, the schedules, your marriage, and everyone else’s needs, all while wondering who’s taking care of you. Then you finally get a quiet moment at the end of the day only to realize you have nothing left to give your husband, yourself, or even God. Instead of enjoying the life God gave you, you feel like you’re constantly reacting just to make it through another day. If that’s you, you’re in the right place. This podcast will help you step out of survival mode with practical time management and stress management strategies, so you can respond instead of react and become the calm, patient, and present mom you want to be. Hi, I’m Heather, a recovering overwhelmed Christian mom. I know what it’s like to feel overstimulated, emotionally drained, and like the weight of everything rests on your shoulders. But I also know what happens when you stop trying to do everything in your own strength and start applying God’s Word to the real struggles you face every day. That’s where peace begins. This podcast was born from real conversations with moms who said, “I’m overstimulated by 7 a.m.,” “I feel like everything is on me,” “I have nothing left for my marriage,” and “I just want to feel like myself again.” If you’re ready to get out of survival mode, become a calmer, more present mom, and enjoy the life God has given you, hit Follow and join me each week. Together, we’ll tackle the real-life struggles of motherhood with practical tools, biblical truth, and a whole lot of grace so you can find more peace, balance, and joy in the middle of real mom life. So pretend you don’t see that laundry pile that’s taken over your couch, take a deep breath, and let’s go!

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    9 | Tired of Doing Everything Yourself? How Your Expectations Keep You Overwhelmed

    How many times have you said, “Fine I’ll do it myself,” because it feels easier than asking for help and then watching someone do it completely differently than you would? Before you know it, you’re doing everything yourself, feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and wondering why so much still seems to fall on you. But what if some of that overwhelm is connected to expectations you don’t even realize you’re carrying? In this episode, we’re talking about high expectations in motherhood, the pressure they can quietly add to an already-full plate, and something I started noticing in my own life that changed the way I look at help, responsibility, and getting things done. I’m letting you in on the one small shift I made that brought more relief into my life than I ever expected, and it might be exactly what you need to hear too. xoxo, Heather   SCRIPTURE TO STUDY Colossians 3:12–13   NEXT STEPS 💌 Become an OCM Insider Want the stories, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes stuff I don’t share on the podcast? Become an OCM Insider and get my weekly note sent straight to your inbox. http://ocm-insider.subscribepage.io   Join our Facebook Group! Want to take what we’re talking about here on the podcast and go deeper? Come join the free Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community and connect with other moms who get it.  >> https://OverwhelmedChristianMom.com/group   Rate & Review If you’re enjoying the podcast, would you take a minute to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts? I love hearing how this is helping you AND it helps other overwhelmed Christian moms find the show too!

  2. Oct 20

    8 | Stressed Out? 3 Things You May Need to Let Go of to Make Room for More Peace

    When we hear the word declutter, we usually think about cleaning out closets, getting rid of stuff, or organizing our homes. But today, I’m sharing 3 declutter tips that go so much deeper than the physical things around us. If you’re feeling stressed out, mentally drained, carrying a mental load that never seems to get lighter, or just wishing you could make a little more room for peace in your life, this is one you’re going to want to listen to. Because sometimes what we’re holding onto is taking up space in places we can’t even see. And one of these might have you looking at what you’ve been carrying a little differently. xoxo, Heather SCRIPTURE TO STUDY 2 Corinthians 10:5 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Episode 2: Feel Like You Have 900 Things to Do? Try This Simple Time Management Hack >>> Listen Here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-feel-like-you-have-900-things-to-do-try-this-simple/id6810382786?i=1000789767260 NEXT STEPS 💌 Become an OCM Insider Want the stories, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes stuff I don’t share on the podcast? Become an OCM Insider and get my weekly note sent straight to your inbox. http://ocm-insider.subscribepage.io   Join our Facebook Group! Want to take what we’re talking about here on the podcast and go deeper? Come join the free Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community and connect with other moms who get it.  >> https://OverwhelmedChristianMom.com/group   Rate & Review If you’re enjoying the podcast, would you take a minute to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts? I love hearing how this is helping you AND it helps other overwhelmed Christian moms find the show too!

  3. Oct 13

    7 | Stressed and Tapped Out? Don't Overlook These 3 Bible Verses for Moms Who Need Rest

    Feeling stressed, tapped out, and like you have nothing left to give? Maybe you know you need rest, but the second you slow down, your mind starts reminding you of everything you should be doing instead. In this episode, we’re digging into 3 Bible verses for moms who feel exhausted and stretched thin, and one part of Scripture that really changed the way I started looking at rest. And if you’ve ever wondered what it actually looks like to give something to God when you can’t seem to stop carrying it yourself, we’re talking about that too. xoxo, Heather   SCRIPTURE TO STUDY Mark 6:30–34 Matthew 11:28 Psalm 23:1–3 Isaiah 40:29–31 2 Corinthians 10:5 NEXT STEPS 💌 Become an OCM Insider Want the stories, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes stuff I don’t share on the podcast? Become an OCM Insider and get my weekly note sent straight to your inbox. http://ocm-insider.subscribepage.io   Join our Facebook Group! Want to take what we’re talking about here on the podcast and go deeper? Come join the free Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community and connect with other moms who get it.  >> https://OverwhelmedChristianMom.com/group   Rate & Review If you’re enjoying the podcast, would you take a minute to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts? I love hearing how this is helping you AND it helps other overwhelmed Christian moms find the show too!

  4. Oct 6

    6 | Ever Say “I'll Pray for You,” Then Forget? Try This Simple Prayer Habit to Grow Closer to God

    Have you ever told someone, “I’ll pray for you,” completely meant it... and then realized days later that you forgot? Or maybe you want to get closer to God and pray more throughout your day, but between work, kids, dinner, laundry, and everything else running through your head, it just doesn’t happen as much as you wish it did. I’ve been there too. A couple of years ago, I started doing one really simple thing when someone asked me for prayer. I thought it would just help me stop forgetting to pray for people, but it ended up changing so much more than I expected. If you want prayer to become a more natural part of your busy mom life and you’re craving a closer connection with God throughout your day, you’re going to want to hear this one. xoxo, Heather NEXT STEPS 💌 Become an OCM Insider Want the stories, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes stuff I don’t share on the podcast? Become an OCM Insider and get my weekly note sent straight to your inbox. http://ocm-insider.subscribepage.io   Join our Facebook Group! Want to take what we’re talking about here on the podcast and go deeper? Come join the free Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community and connect with other moms who get it.  >> https://OverwhelmedChristianMom.com/group   Rate & Review If you’re enjoying the podcast, would you take a minute to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts? I love hearing how this is helping you AND it helps other overwhelmed Christian moms find the show too!

  5. Sep 29

    5 | Feeling Overwhelmed? How to Take a Break Without the Mom Guilt

    Do you ever feel so spread thin that you just want everyone to stop needing you for five minutes? Do you finally get a minute to yourself, only to feel guilty because there’s still so much you should be doing? Or have you ever gotten so overwhelmed that getting in the car, driving to a hotel, turning your phone off, and having nobody know where you are for a little while sounds absolutely amazing? Yeah. I’ve been there. When you’re constantly taking care of everyone else, even trying to take a break can somehow become one more thing to feel guilty about. And if everybody still needs you and your to-do list isn’t done, when exactly are you supposed to get a minute for yourself? If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like you just need a minute, pop in your AirPods and take a listen. Let’s figure out how to make a little room for you too, without adding one more thing to your already full plate. xoxo, Heather SCRIPTURE TO STUDY Luke 5:15–16 WANT TO BE MORE PRESENT WITH YOUR FAMILY? Listen to Episode 4: Want to Be a More Present Mom? Use This Simple 3-Step Framework When Your Mind Won’t Slow Down NEXT STEPS 💌 Become an OCM Insider Want the stories, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes stuff I don’t share on the podcast? Become an OCM Insider and get my weekly note sent straight to your inbox. http://ocm-insider.subscribepage.io   Join our Facebook Group! Want to take what we’re talking about here on the podcast and go deeper? Come join the free Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community and connect with other moms who get it.  >> https://OverwhelmedChristianMom.com/group   Rate & Review If you’re enjoying the podcast, would you take a minute to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts? I love hearing how this is helping you AND it helps other overwhelmed Christian moms find the show too!

  6. Sep 22

    4 | Quit Letting Your To-Do List Steal Family Time: 3 Steps to Be a More Present Mom

    Do you want to be a more present mom, but your mind never seems to slow down? Do you feel overstimulated by the laundry, dinner, appointments, school schedules, and the never-ending mental load of mom life? Do you want to be more present with your kids and actually enjoy the moment you’re in instead of constantly thinking about what needs to happen next? If you're an overwhelmed mom who feels physically present but mentally pulled in ten different directions, this episode is for you. I'm sharing the 3-step framework I use when my mind won't slow down and I realize I'm missing what's happening right in front of me. Plus, I'm sharing a recent moment with my six-year-old that made me catch myself doing exactly that. And there's another part of becoming a more present mom that we don't talk about enough. It might not be what you think. If you're craving less overwhelm, more peace, and the ability to actually enjoy the life happening around you, press play. This one's for you, mama. xoxo, Heather NEXT STEPS 💌 Become an OCM Insider Want the stories, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes stuff I don’t share on the podcast? Become an OCM Insider and get my weekly note sent straight to your inbox. http://ocm-insider.subscribepage.io   Join our Facebook Group! Want to take what we’re talking about here on the podcast and go deeper? Come join the free Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community and connect with other moms who get it.  >> https://OverwhelmedChristianMom.com/group   Rate & Review If you’re enjoying the podcast, would you take a minute to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts? I love hearing how this is helping you AND it helps other overwhelmed Christian moms find the show too!

  7. Sep 15

    3 | Stop Chasing Perfect Mom Routines: What Actually Works in Real Life

    Do you hear another mom talk about her morning routine and immediately think, How in the world does she do all of that before her kids even wake up? Have you ever tried a new routine, done great for a few days... and then one late morning, sick kid, or crazy week completely threw it off? And when you couldn't keep up with it, did you start wondering, Why can't I just get it together? Mama, if routines sound great in theory but somehow leave you feeling even more behind in real life, this episode is for you. I used to have a very specific picture in my head of what a “good” routine was supposed to look like. And when my actual life didn't look anything like that? Yeah... routines weren't exactly high on my list of things I wanted to add. But something changed the way I look at them. In this episode, we're talking about the pressure to keep up with those perfect mom routines and what I've learned that has made routines feel completely different in my real, imperfect life. And before we're done, I'm giving you one ridiculously simple challenge you can start tomorrow morning. So if you want your days to feel a little less chaotic without adding another impossible routine you're supposed to keep up with, grab that coffee and let's get into it. NEXT STEPS 💌 Become an OCM Insider Want the stories, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes stuff I don’t share on the podcast? Become an OCM Insider and get my weekly note sent straight to your inbox. http://ocm-insider.subscribepage.io   Join our Facebook Group! Want to take what we’re talking about here on the podcast and go deeper? Come join the free Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community and connect with other moms who get it.  >> https://OverwhelmedChristianMom.com/group   Rate & Review If you’re enjoying the podcast, would you take a minute to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts? I love hearing how this is helping you AND it helps other overwhelmed Christian moms find the show too!

  8. Sep 15

    2 | Feel Like You Have 900 Things to Do? Try This Simple Time Management Hack

    Do you walk into the kitchen to do one thing... and suddenly remember three other things you need to do? Are you making dinner while thinking about the laundry, the milk you're almost out of, and that appointment you still haven't made? Do you ever wish you could shut off the running to-do list in your head long enough to actually be present with the people right in front of you? If your brain feels like it's keeping track of 900 things at once, you're not alone. Maybe you've tried better planning or time management, but somehow you're still carrying around this constant feeling that there's something else you should be doing. In this episode, I'm sharing something I've learned that has made a huge difference for me when everything feels like it needs my attention at the same time. If you're craving a little more calm in your mind and the freedom to be where your feet actually are, this one's for you. Grab your coffee and let's get into it. Scripture to Study Luke 10:38–42 NEXT STEPS 💌 Become an OCM Insider Want the stories, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes stuff I don’t share on the podcast? Become an OCM Insider and get my weekly note sent straight to your inbox. http://ocm-insider.subscribepage.io   Join our Facebook Group! Want to take what we’re talking about here on the podcast and go deeper? Come join the free Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community and connect with other moms who get it.  >> https://OverwhelmedChristianMom.com/group   Rate & Review If you’re enjoying the podcast, would you take a minute to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts? I love hearing how this is helping you AND it helps other overwhelmed Christian moms find the show too!

  9. Sep 15

    1 | Overstimulated by 8 AM? Use This Simple Method to Feel Calmer Before You React

    Ever have one of those mornings where you're already running behind, everybody needs something from you, and you can feel yourself getting more irritated by the minute? Then your kid can't find ONE shoe, somebody spills something, or you hear “Mom!” one more time...and suddenly you're yelling, giving the whole speech, or completely losing your patience? And then five minutes later, the mom guilt hits and you're thinking, Why did I react like that? Why couldn't I just stay calm? Mama, if you've ever promised yourself you weren't going to react that way again...only to find yourself right back there, this episode is for you. I'm sharing something that changed the way I handle those overwhelming mom moments and has helped me catch myself before my frustration takes over. If you're ready to feel calmer, react differently, and stop ending these moments buried in mom guilt, grab your coffee and press play. Scripture to Study James 1:19–20   NEXT STEPS 💌 Become an OCM Insider Want the stories, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes stuff I don’t share on the podcast? Become an OCM Insider and get my weekly note sent straight to your inbox. http://ocm-insider.subscribepage.io   Join our Facebook Group! Want to take what we’re talking about here on the podcast and go deeper? Come join the free Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community and connect with other moms who get it.  >> https://OverwhelmedChristianMom.com/group   Rate & Review If you’re enjoying the podcast, would you take a minute to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts? I love hearing how this is helping you AND it helps other overwhelmed Christian moms find the show too!

  10. Sep 9

    Welcome to Overwhelmed Christian Mom

    Feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, and tired of just surviving motherhood? In this trailer, I’m sharing what you can expect from Overwhelmed Christian Mom and how this podcast will help you find more peace, become more present, and make space for God in the middle of your real, everyday life. New episodes every Tuesday! 💜 Come join us inside the FREE Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook community! The conversation doesn’t stop when the episode ends. Come connect with other moms who get it, be part of the conversations behind future episodes, and grow right alongside us. Don’t miss what’s happening inside the group! Join the FREE Overwhelmed Christian Mom Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1eBKJ4dEYP/

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Do you find yourself saying, “Hurry up!” ten times before 8 a.m., breaking up sibling arguments, rushing everyone out the door, and already feeling exhausted before your day has really started? You’re carrying the weight of the kids, the house, the meals, the schedules, your marriage, and everyone else’s needs, all while wondering who’s taking care of you. Then you finally get a quiet moment at the end of the day only to realize you have nothing left to give your husband, yourself, or even God. Instead of enjoying the life God gave you, you feel like you’re constantly reacting just to make it through another day. If that’s you, you’re in the right place. This podcast will help you step out of survival mode with practical time management and stress management strategies, so you can respond instead of react and become the calm, patient, and present mom you want to be. Hi, I’m Heather, a recovering overwhelmed Christian mom. I know what it’s like to feel overstimulated, emotionally drained, and like the weight of everything rests on your shoulders. But I also know what happens when you stop trying to do everything in your own strength and start applying God’s Word to the real struggles you face every day. That’s where peace begins. This podcast was born from real conversations with moms who said, “I’m overstimulated by 7 a.m.,” “I feel like everything is on me,” “I have nothing left for my marriage,” and “I just want to feel like myself again.” If you’re ready to get out of survival mode, become a calmer, more present mom, and enjoy the life God has given you, hit Follow and join me each week. Together, we’ll tackle the real-life struggles of motherhood with practical tools, biblical truth, and a whole lot of grace so you can find more peace, balance, and joy in the middle of real mom life. So pretend you don’t see that laundry pile that’s taken over your couch, take a deep breath, and let’s go!

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