• EP 49: Let’s Drop This TOXIC Lie About Work-Life Balance for Moms
    Jun 23 2025

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    Hello Amazing Mom!

    Are you feeling torn between your identity as a high-achieving professional and your role as a mom? Have you heard people say that work-life balance is impossible and that you have to choose between career success and being present for your family?

    I believe this "work-life balance is a myth" message is actually the real lie that's holding too many capable moms back. When I became a mom, my identity was deeply intertwined with my accomplishments, and I struggled with the pressure to put all my professional dreams on hold. (Maybe you can relate!)

    In today's episode, I'm sharing why work-life balance is absolutely achievable for high-achieving moms and how you can create a life that honors both your ambitions and your family. We'll explore how to stop feeling guilty about wanting both a meaningful career AND quality family time.

    You’ll learn:

    ✔️ The true meaning of work-life balance

    ✔️ Why high-achieving moms need both family fulfillment and achievement to feel complete

    ✔️ The 5W+1H problem-solving framework for work-life balance

    ✔️ How to create systems to methodically build a balanced lifestyle

    If you're ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and instead find the right work-life balance for YOU, hit play and together we can Solve for Mom!

    Episode Highlights
    • (0:00): Teaser
    • (1:58): My personal journey with work-life balance as a high-achieving mom
    • (3:05): Why the "work-life balance is a myth" message is harmful
    • (5:32): Understanding what work-life balance truly means
    • (8:41): How being intentional with your time creates sustainable balance - 5W+1H framework
    • (12:19): Wrap-up on building your ideal, balanced life
    Resources Mentioned:

    📞 Schedule a free call with Anokhi

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    Let’s Connect!

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    📝 Free Life Planning Quiz

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    ❓ Questions? Email me at hello@solveformom.com

    🎯 Balanced Mom Coaching Program

    ➡️ solveformom.com

    // Meaningful Work by Aligning Your Time With Who Your Are //

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    15 Min.
  • EP 48: The Science-Backed Secret to Achieve Your Goals (Even When You're Stuck)
    Jun 20 2025

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    Hi Goal-Setting Moms!

    Are you struggling to achieve your dreams? Discover how to overcome decision fatigue and finally reach your goals using proven psychology and consulting strategies.

    In this powerful episode, learn a game-changing reverse-thinking technique that helps busy moms break through goal-setting barriers. Using science-backed methods, you'll discover how to increase motivation, eliminate obstacles, and create an actionable success plan that fits your life as a mom.

    Ready to transform your goal achievement journey? If you’re ready to unlock your potential with this step-by-step strategy, then hit play and together we can Solve for Mom!

    Episode Highlights
    • (0:00): Introduction to reverse thinking for goal achievement
    • (2:08): Professional consulting strategy for busy moms
    • (5:05): Science-backed goal planning technique
    • (7:32): Benefits for goal-oriented mothers
    • (7:50): Step 1: Problem clarity framework
    • (8:53): Step 2: Strategic obstacle identification
    • (10:13): Step 3: Solution transformation method
    • (11:43): Step 4: Action plan development
    • (12:26): Real mom examples
    • (15:00): (Wrap-up) Implementation guide
    References Mentioned:

    ⏮️ EP 43: The Truth About Making Friends - How High-Achieving Moms Can Prioritize Real Friendships [Interview: Cecelia Curtis]

    📞 Schedule a free call with Anokhi

    📖 Norcross JC, Mrykalo MS, Blagys MD. Auld lang syne: success predictors, change processes, and self-reported outcomes of New Year's resolvers and nonresolvers. J Clin Psychol. 2002 Apr;58(4):397-405.

    📖 Park J, Lu FC, Hedgcock WM. Relative Effects of Forward and Backward Planning on Goal Pursuit. Psychol Sci. 2017 Nov;28(11):1620-1630.

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    // Create a meaningful life at home and at work //

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    18 Min.
  • EP 47: 4-Step Plan to Prioritize Your Passions & Make Money With a Flexible Side Hustle
    Jun 16 2025

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    Hello Successful Mom!

    If you an ambitious mom that’s feeling lost in the daily juggle of motherhood and missing those passions and interests that used to light you up, then today's episode is for you! It’s also for those of you who find themselves dreaming about creating your own success and getting back some of your financial freedom.

    This episode outlines a practical 4-step framework to help you rediscover your passions which you can turn into potential income streams that fit into your busy mom life.

    If you’re ready to reignite your interests and create some side-hustle fire, then hit play and together we can Solve for Mom!

    Episode Highlights:
    • (0:00): Introduction
    • (2:03): Listener review
    • (2:34): Experiment with your passions
    • (4:46): 1. identify & prioritize your passions
    • (12:13): 2. Plan out the project
    • (14:01): 3. Take meaningful action
    • (15:24): 4. Two paths to monetizing your passions
    • (22:08): Recap
    References Mentioned:

    ⏮️ EP 1: Busy yet Restless? 3 Ways to Find Purpose as a Mom

    ⏮️ Working on a Home Project? Get it DONE While Focusing on Family Time [Part 1 & 2]

    Tools & Resources:

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    📝 Free Life Planning Quiz

    🎯 Book a complimentary Exploratory call to discover how personalized life planning can help you create the balanced mom life you deserve!

    Let’s Connect!

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    ➡️ solveformom.com

    // Meaningful Work by Aligning Your Time With Who Your Are //

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    24 Min.
  • EP 46: Want More Time? 3 Easy Time Management Tips to Take Back Your Day
    Jun 13 2025

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    Hello Ambitous Mom!

    If you’re anything like me, you have a long list of things that you would love to do. Wouldn’t it be nice to have the time to do those things, instead of feeling overwhelmed, scattered, and dealing with household responsibilities without much support?

    Well, I wouldn’t be asking without also sharing some solutions :) With today’s episode, you’ll get 3 powerful time management strategies to help you take back control of your day: prioritization, focus funnel, and scheduled buffers.

    Remember, the goal isn't to pack more into your days - it's to make space for what truly matters to YOU.

    If you’re ready to experience more time freedom, hit play and together we can Solve for Mom! 💪

    Episode Highlights
    • (0:00): Introduction
    • (1:47): A rhythm to your daily life
    • (4:03): 1. Prioritize
    • (6:52): 2. Focus Funnel to manage time
    • (9:18): 3. Build buffers into your schedule
    • (12:25): Wrap-up
    References:

    📖 Berkman ET. The Neuroscience of Goals and Behavior Change. Consult Psychol J. 2018 Mar;70(1):28-44.

    Tools & Resources:

    💌 Unlock exclusive time-saving tips and insider secrets every ambitious mom needs - join the SFM Insider newsletter for FREE today!

    📝 Free Life Planning Quiz

    🎯 Book a complimentary Exploratory call to discover how personalized life planning can help you create the balanced mom life you deserve!

    Let’s Connect!

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    // Optimize Daily Decisions By Aligning Your Time to Your Values //

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    16 Min.
  • EP 45: Need Work-Life Balance? Working Mom’s Guide on How to Create Quality Family Time
    Jun 9 2025

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    Hello Wonderful Mom!

    Every ambitious mom has experienced the overwhelm of trying to balance her career while craving more meaningful connections with her family. It’s important to create intentional routines that bring your family closer together without sacrificing your professional goals.

    I’ve discovered proven strategies to help you balance quality family time with your career aspirations. As a PhD scientist and life coach, I understand the delicate balance because I've lived it.

    By the end of this episode, you will have several simple and creative strategies to schedule dedicated family activities without impacting work hours.

    If you’re ready to make small, intentional changes to create higher quality family connection, hit play and together we can Solve for Mom!

    Episode Highlights
    • (0:00): Introduction
    • (2:02): Background on work-life balance
    • (2:55): Research on family relationships
    • (8:12): 1. Life planning helps prioritize family time
    • (12:35): 2. Simple daily traditions that strengthen family bonds
    • (15:25): 3. Creative ways to include your children in activities you enjoy
    • (20:05): 4. Practical strategies for daily tasks into bonding moments
    • (22:09): 5. Managing mom guilt productively
    • (23:50): Wrap-up
    Resources Mentioned:

    🎯 Balanced Mom Coaching Program

    💌 Sign up for my free SFM Insider newsletter for FREE tips, tools & exclusives

    ⏮️ EP 10: Why Planning is the Key to Time Freedom for Moms

    ⏮️ EP 31: Calm Your Overwhelm by Planning With a Minimalist Mindset [Spring Into Action Series]

    ⏮️ EP 38: time-Saving Templates - The #1 Secret Weapon Ambitious Moms are Using to Stay Consistent [How To Hack]

    📖 Thomas PA, Liu H, Umberson D. Family Relationships and Well-Being. Innov Aging. 2017 Nov;1(3):igx025.

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    29 Min.
  • EP 44: The Thinking Strategy Every Busy Mom Needs: A Smarter Way to Solve Daily Challenges
    Jun 6 2025

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    Hello Ambitious Mama!

    Do you ever feel like you're constantly juggling multiple roles - from chef to nurse to teacher to project manager? Are you looking for a smarter way to tackle the endless stream of daily challenges that come your way?

    Often, we find ourselves overwhelmed by having to be everything to everyone at once. Or we are frustrated by putting out one fire, only to turn around and face another problem.

    In today's episode, I share a powerful learning hack from my PhD research background that completely transformed how I approach daily mom challenges. This isn't just another productivity tip - it's a whole new way of thinking that will help you become more efficient and confident in handling whatever life throws your way.

    If you’re ready to take the simple steps to become a more resourceful problem-solver, hit play and together we can Solve for Mom!

    Episode Highlights
    • (0:00): Introduction
    • (1:49): 👍🏽 Tap +Follow and never miss an episode.
    • (2:04): The surprising story from my grad school days that sparked this approach
    • (4:38): What interdisciplinary thinking is and why it's a game-changer for busy moms
    • (5:46): Why interdisciplinary thinking is your secret weapon as a mom
    • (9:58): Simple steps to become a more resourceful problem-solver in daily mom life
    • (14:15): Recap
    • (16:34): 🟦 Solve for Mom group on LinkedIn
    Free Resources:

    💌 SFM Insider Newsletter with tips, tools, insights

    📝 Life Planning Quiz

    📲 Book an Book a Complimentary Exploratory Call

    Let’s Connect!

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    ❓ Questions? Email me at hello@solveformom.com

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    // Create impact at home and work by aligning your time with your values //

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    18 Min.
  • EP 43: The Truth About Making Friends - How High-Achieving Moms Can Prioritize Real Friendships [Interview: Cecelia Curtis]
    Jun 2 2025

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    Hello Wonderful Mom!

    Are you struggling to maintain meaningful friendships while juggling your career and family life? Do you miss having deep connections outside of playdates and work meetings?

    In today's episode, I interview Cecelia Curtis, host of The Friendship Tour podcast, about the truth behind making and maintaining friendships as a high-achieving mom . We dive deep into why so many of us feel disconnected despite being more "connected" than ever, and discuss practical strategies for building authentic relationships that fill your cup and without adding more to your plate.

    If you’re ready to break through friendship barriers, hit play and together we can Solve for Mom!

    Selected Quotable Moments

    "The things that bring the most purpose, the most meaning to my life are really the relationships."

    "Friendship is not just about 'Do you live across the street from me and want to throw football?' It's about, do your values align with mine."

    "As we get a little bit older, our values change and our time changes. And there are all these things that shift in our lives."

    Episode Highlights
    • (0:00): Teaser & Introduction
    • (2:46): Share this podcast with a friend 💝
    • (3:12): Greetings
    • (4:49) Why moms feel disconnected in today's hyper-connected world
    • (9:23) How motherhood specifically affects our ability to maintain friendships
    • (12:49) Practical tips for making meaningful friendships beyond playdates
    • (17:46): How to prioritize friendship as a busy mom
    • (35:00) How to become the friend everyone wants in their circle
    • (29:21): The role that connection plays in having a meaningful life
    • (30:38): Wrap-up
    Cecelia’s Links Mentioned:
    • Podcast: The Friendship Tour
    • FB Group - The Women, Friendship, and Community: bit.ly/thefriendshiptourpodcast
    • E-mail: ccurtis@thefriendshiptourpodcast.com
    Let’s Connect!

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    //Work-Life Balance For Ambitious Moms Through Purposeful Planning//

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    35 Min.
  • EP 42: Find Purpose to Achieve Work Life Balance in Your Mom Life
    May 30 2025

    ❓I’m collecting questions for a Q&A episode! Send me your questions or email me at hello@solveformom.com

    Hello Wonderful Mom!

    Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle all aspects of your life? Tired of ending each day feeling drained and unfulfilled, wondering if you're just going through the motions?

    If you're struggling to find that delicate balance while putting everyone else's needs before your own, then I have a powerful suggestion that you’ll find helpful!

    In today's episode, I share how finding your purpose can be the key to achieving real balance in your mom life. You'll discover:

    • What true balance really looks like and why it's not about juggling faster or adding more to your plate
    • How to identify activities that energize rather than drain you
    • The secret to making decisions that align with your values

    If you’re ready to find your purpose and create lasting balance? Hit play, and together we can solve for Mom!

    Episode Highlights
    • (0:00): Introduction
    • (1:59): Listener Review
    • (2:44): Losing lifestyle balance
    • (4:39): What it means to have a balanced life
    • (6:56): Understanding what purpose really means (and what it doesn't)
    • (7:59): Practical steps to identify your purpose
    • (8:39): Free Exploratory Call
    Resources Mentioned:

    🎯 Balanced Mom Coaching Program (Free Exploratory Call)

    ⏮️ Busy yet Restless? 3 Ways to Find Purpose as a Mom

    Let’s Connect!

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    // Work-Life Balance for Ambitious Moms Through Purposeful Planning //

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    11 Min.