Hi Mamas,

I today’s episode, we’re diving into a powerful (and sometimes uncomfortable) topic that every overwhelmed mom needs in her toolkit… how to say NO with confidence, clarity, and kindness.

Because here’s the truth: When you say no with confidence, you’re really saying YES to what matters most… your peace, your time, your family, and your health. 🙌

✨ Whether you’re being asked to host the next PTA fundraiser, cover a project at work, or attend yet another school event… you’ll walk away from this episode with:

• 10 empowering tips to say no without guilt
• Real-life scripts you can use immediately
• How to protect your energy like the limited resource it is
• Tips for navigating pushy people (even if they’re super well-meaning!)
• And how to stay rooted in your values when making decisions

👩‍💼 From managing work requests to navigating family obligations, this episode is packed with encouragement, humor, and practical advice to help you start building stronger, healthier boundaries—without the emotional hangover.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

1. How to be clear and direct (without being rude)
2. Why your tone of voice matters just as much as your words
3. How to ditch the guilt and stop over-explaining
4. What to say when you’re tempted to cave in (again)
5. The game-changing mindset shift that helped me protect time with my daughter during her senior year
6. A powerful reminder: "No" is a full sentence. Period.

📘 Mentioned in This Episode:

🌟 Boundaries Made Simple Your go-to guide for learning how to say no (without feeling like a jerk). Includes sample scripts, mindset shifts, and my personal favorite boundary-setting phrases for both work and home life. 👉 Grab my Boundaries Made Simple guide here!!

Feeling encouraged by today’s episode? 👉 Share it with a friend, leave a quick review, or DM me on Instagram @mom.wife.career.life … your messages truly mean the world to me. 🌟

Let’s keep this conversation going! Head on over to our Facebook community Work-Life Balance For Working Moms and tell us what your doing to find that new mom friend or share any tips you have!

📌 Looking for Time-Saving FREEBIES? I've Got You Covered!

• 🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist
• 💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts
• 🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity)
• 📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes
• 🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too
• 🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care

⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰ If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!

Love & Light, Kerri

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Hi Mamas,

If you’ve ever found yourself reheating the same cup of coffee for the third time—while RSVP-ing “sure, I’ll bake 48 gluten-free, dairy-free, unicorn-shaped cupcakes”… today’s episode is for you.

We’re diving into Paulo Coelho’s reminder:

“When you say ‘yes’ to others, make sure you’re not saying ‘no’ to yourself.”

Because every yes comes with an invoice… paid in sleep, sanity, or that bedtime snuggle you promised your kiddo. This week, I’m handing you a tiny, mighty tool called The Empowered Pause so you can protect your time like your toddler guards the last sprinkle donut.

In this pep-talk:

✔️ Why defaulting to yes bankrupts your energy account ✔️ The 3-step Empowered Pause (breathe… scan… ask) that keeps guilt in its lane ✔️ How modeling healthy limits teaches our kids that they don’t have to do it all ✔️ Real-life boundary scripts you can swipe (straight from my Boundaries Made Simple freebie) ✔️ The truth about “good moms do everything” … and why that voice needs an exit pass

💖 This Week’s Challenge: Run a “Yes Audit”

1. Brain-dump every commitment for the next two weeks—work, home, PTA, car-pool, dog-sitting Aunt Linda’s chinchilla…
2. Color-code:

• Green… fuels you or aligns with top priorities
• Yellow… neutral, could delegate
• Red… drains you or clashes with your values

Remember: Every intentional no is a louder yes to the life you’re building. 🚦

⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please take a minute to leave a 5-star review on iTunes… your reviews help more moms find the show!

📌 Grab Your Freebies!

• 🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist
• 💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts
• 🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity)
• 📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes
• 🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too
• 🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care

Want to connect with other amazing moms? Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day!

⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰ If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!

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Love & Light, Kerri

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Hi Mamas,

If you’ve been feeling like your connection with your kids is slipping through the cracks in the middle of all the meetings, laundry piles, after-school chaos, and never-ending to-do lists… this episode is for you.

In this episode I’m sharing 10 simple, practical, and time-friendly ways to nurture your relationship with your kids… even if your calendar feels like it’s busting at the seams.

This isn’t about adding more to your plate. It’s about weaving meaningful moments into the chaos you’re already managing… through things like: ✔️ Making family time a non-negotiable ✔️ Creating weekly traditions that your kids will remember forever ✔️ Discovering and speaking your child’s love language ✔️ Turning ordinary routines into connection rituals ✔️ And modeling self-care, so they learn how to value their own well-being too

If you’ve ever wondered how to feel more connected with your children…. without needing more time or energy than you’ve got… this is your permission slip and your plan.

💡 Plus, I’m giving you a free tool that will help you get started right away: 📱 Grab my FREE Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide! and learn how to be more present, cut back on screen distractions, and actually enjoy the time you do have with your kids.

Feeling encouraged by today’s episode? 👉 Share it with a friend, leave a quick review, or DM me on Instagram @mom.wife.career.life … your messages truly mean the world to me. 🌟

Let’s keep this conversation going! Head on over to our Facebook community Work-Life Balance For Working Moms and tell us what your doing to find that new mom friend or share any tips you have!

Looking for Time-Saving FREEBIES? I've Got You Covered!

• 🔥 Grab my Boundaries Made Simple guide here!! Learn how to set clear, loving boundaries so you can protect your time—without the guilt or power struggles.
• 🥗 Save Time & Money with Meal Planning – Free up your evenings and focus on what matters most with my Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide
• 📱 Take a Tech Time-Out – Start ditching time-wasters on your phone with the Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide!
• 🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist – Get organized and tackle your home with this easy-to-follow Spring Cleaning Checklist!
• 🎅🎄🎁GRAB YOUR FREE CHRISTMAS PLANNING GUIDE HERE! 🎁🎄🎅

⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰ If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!

Love & Light,

Kerri

Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show!

Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com

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Website: momwifecareerlife.com

Book a Time Management Coaching Session