HER HOME & HEART / Simplifying Routines for Overwhelmed Christian Homeschool Moms Seeking Peace and Joy

• “It’s All Too Much": Relief and Calm for the Overwhelmed Mom // 328

  Have you ever hit a moment in motherhood where your whole body says, “I can’t do this… it’s all too much,” but you still have to keep going?I had one of those moments recently — and what happened in the middle of it honestly surprised me.In this short, heartfelt episode, I share a real story from our life this month: a night when my son’s joyful but piercing shrieks sent my nervous system into complete overload. I was exhausted, overwhelmed, and honestly on the verge of tears. And right there in that moment, something unexpected came out of my mouth that shifted what was happening inside my heart and body.You’ll hear:the simple physiological reason this small practice calms anxietywhat Scripture says about why this response leads to peacehow it pulled my mind out of overload during a moment I thought I’d breakand a tiny way you can use it anytime everything feels like too muchIf your days feel full, your brain feels stretched thin, and motherhood has been heavy lately, this episode will help you find a moment of calm — right in the middle of the chaos.💛 Song Mentioned: Thank You by Ben Rector(The gratitude song I’ve had stuck in my head all month — I hope it blesses you too.)✨ The Life Well Lived PlannerA simple, faith-filled way to capture one moment of gratitude each day and gently retrain your mind to return to peace.👉 Life Well Lived Planner on AmazonScroll down for more episodes to encourage your heart today.XOXO,Katie💬 Energy Boost SECRET for moms:Peak Energy SolutionActivation and Energy✨ Need a simple way to stay grounded and organized?Grab your Life Well Lived Planner — a faith-filled tool to help busy moms plan with peace, not pressure.💛 Other Episodes You’ll Love🎧 #316 – “Everything Is Loud. I Can’t Think. I Feel Paralyzed.”Learn how to calm your nervous system when life feels overstimulating.🎧 #314 – “Why Am I So Overwhelmed All the Time? How to Calm the Chaos and Find Peace Again.”Gentle rhythms that bring clarity and steadiness back to your days.🎧 #321 – “I Can’t Get Anything Done Unless I Stay Up Too Late: Rhythms That Protect Your Energy.”A simple evening reset that helps you stop running on empty.🎧 #307 – “What If Decluttering Is a Faithful Act of Obedience for a Busy Christian Homeschool Mom?”A listener favorite — why decluttering can be a spiritual and emotional reset.🎧 #263 – “When You Can’t Find Peace in the Middle of Motherhood Chaos.”Encouragement and biblical grounding for the days when everything feels heavy.🌟 Homeschool HACK!:📚 Road Trip Mysteries USA Edition – A story‑driven cross‑country adventure packed with puzzles, mystery, history, and geography. Perfect for ages 8–12, screen‑free fun, and available in softcover or Kindle.📚 Road Trip Mysteries Yellowstone Edition – Explore the wonders of Yellowstone National Park through an interactive mystery adventure! Kids follow clues, learn about geysers, wildlife, and history, and unlock a final code to earn their Legacy Keeper badge. Available in softcover or Kindle.🎉 Join Our Free Community – Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families💡 Please Leave a Review:If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps so much!GIFT:10 Secrets To Homeschooling Your High Needs Child (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)http://herhomeandheart.net/specialneedsMORE GOODIES and FUN THINGS!https://bit.ly/m/HerHomeandHeartherhomeandheart.com

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• “I Want to Be Present, But I’m Always Distracted": A 2-Minute Habit to Feel Grounded and Connected Again. // 327

  Have you ever looked around your house and realized you’ve been moving for hours—but can’t remember actually connecting with anyone?That’s me in busy weeks: physically present, mentally gone.In this short, practical episode, I share what’s really happening in our brains when we’re distracted and the simple 2-minute habit I use to come back to the present moment. You’ll learn how to calm your nervous system, refocus your mind, and reconnect with your people—even when life feels nonstop.If you’re a Christian homeschool mom juggling kids, medical appointments, housework, or just a very full life, this tiny grounding habit will help you feel centered and connected again—without needing a quiet house or a perfect schedule.At the end, I’ll pray over you and show you one quick way to record a “fully present moment” in your Life Well Lived Planner so your brain learns to come home faster next time.💛 Katie💬 Energy Boost SECRET for moms:Peak Energy SolutionActivation and Energy ✨ Need a simple way to stay grounded and organized?Grab your Life Well Lived Planner — a faith-filled tool to help busy moms plan with peace, not pressure. 💛 Other Episodes You’ll Love 🎧 #316 – “Everything Is Loud. I Can’t Think. I Feel Paralyzed.”When life feels noisy and overstimulating, learn how to calm your surroundings and your nervous system so you can think clearly again.🎧 #314 – “Why Am I So Overwhelmed All the Time? How to Calm the Chaos and Find Peace Again.”Discover gentle rhythms that trade constant pressure for steady peace, one small routine at a time.🎧 #307 – “What If Decluttering Is a Faithful Act of Obedience for a Busy Christian Homeschool Mom?”Find out why clearing your space can quiet your mind and become a spiritual act of trust.🎧 #285 – “Simple Routines That Bring Peace Back to Your Home.”An early listener favorite—practical, short habits that make your home feel peaceful again when everything feels off track.🎧 #263 – “When You Can’t Find Peace in the Middle of Motherhood Chaos.”A classic episode full of encouragement for moms who want to stop striving and start resting in God’s care.🎧 #219 – “How to Build Daily Rhythms That Actually Work for Your Family.”If routines always fall apart, this timeless teaching will help you design rhythms that fit your real life, not an ideal one. 🌟 Homeschool HACK!:📚 Road Trip Mysteries USA Edition – A story‑driven cross‑country adventure packed with puzzles, mystery, history, and geography. Perfect for ages 8–12, screen‑free fun, and available in softcover or Kindle.📚 Road Trip Mysteries Yellowstone Edition – Explore the wonders of Yellowstone National Park through an interactive mystery adventure! Kids follow clues, learn about geysers, wildlife, and history, and unlock a final code to earn their Legacy Keeper badge. Available in softcover or Kindle. 🎉 Join Our Free Community – Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families 💡 Please Leave a Review:If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps so much! GIFT:10 Secrets To Homeschooling Your High Needs Child (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)http://herhomeandheart.net/specialneedsMORE GOODIES and FUN THINGS!https://bit.ly/m/HerHomeandHeartherhomeandheart.com

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• “Why Is Everything Always So Hard? I Want My Energy Back!”: 4 Faith-and-Science Habits to Finally Feel Awake Again // 326

  Ever whisper, “Why is everything always so hard? I just want my energy back”?In this week’s episode, I share the journey that taught me how exhaustion can be biological, not just spiritual, plus the four faith-and-science habits that renewed my strength and clarity.You’ll learn:✨ Why you can still wake up tired after doing “everything right”✨ How oxidative stress affects your body—in plain, mom-friendly language✨ Four habits that blend simple biology and real-life faith✨ Encouragement to stop blaming yourself and start supporting your body naturallyIf you’ve been longing to finally feel awake again, this conversation will meet you right where you are and help you begin fresh.XOXO,💛 KatieMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:💬 Energy Boost SECRET for moms:Peak Energy SolutionActivation and Energy🔗 Other Episodes You’ll Love 💛💛 #321 – “I Can’t Get Anything Done Unless I Stay Up Too Late”: Rhythms That Protect Your EnergyLearn how to stop running on fumes and build daily rhythms that protect your peace and energy.Perfect companion to #326 if you’re craving realistic structure that restores rest and focus.🌿 #319 – “I Don’t Know If I’m Doing Any of This Right”: What God Says When You Feel Like You’re FailingA gentle reminder of grace and truth for the mom questioning her progress.Pairs beautifully with #326 to help you rebuild confidence while your energy and clarity return.☀️ #317 – “How to Create Rhythms That Protect Your Peace”Simple structure and habits to rebuild peace when life feels chaotic.Great next listen after #326 if you’re ready to turn new energy into calm, sustainable routines.💬 #316 – “I’m Always Second-Guessing Myself”: A Biblical Mindset Reset for the Overthinking MomLearn to quiet self-doubt and renew your mind with Scripture and practical steps.Complements #326 by helping you protect your renewed energy from overthinking and mental drain.🌸 #315 – “I’m Tired of Yelling. I Just Want to Be the Mom God Made Me to Be”: Tools for Peaceful ParentingEmotional-regulation and calm-communication tools for weary moms.Listen after #326 to use your regained calm and energy to nurture peaceful connection at home.🌟 Homeschool HACK!:📚 Road Trip Mysteries USA Edition – A story‑driven cross‑country adventure packed with puzzles, mystery, history, and geography. Perfect for ages 8–12, screen‑free fun, and available in softcover or Kindle.📚 Road Trip Mysteries Yellowstone Edition – Explore the wonders of Yellowstone National Park through an interactive mystery adventure! Kids follow clues, learn about geysers, wildlife, and history, and unlock a final code to earn their Legacy Keeper badge. Available in softcover or Kindle.🎉 Join Our Free Community – Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families💡 Please Leave a Review:If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps so much!GIFT:10 Secrets To Homeschooling Your High Needs Child (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)http://herhomeandheart.net/specialneedsMORE GOODIES and FUN THINGS!https://bit.ly/m/HerHomeandHeartherhomeandheart.com

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• I’m So Tired, But I Still Want to Be a Good Mom: A Simple Habit for Weary Moms Before the Holidays Begin // 325

  Have you ever felt like your heart is willing, but your body just can’t keep up?You’re not alone, friend. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing from my own season of exhaustion—hospital stays, grief, caregiving, hormonal shifts, and that never-ending to-do list that doesn’t leave much room to breathe.Through real-life reflection and gentle encouragement, I’ll walk you through the small but powerful reset that’s been helping me find peace again, even when life feels anything but peaceful. You’ll hear how long-term stress, fatigue, and hormones can impact patience and focus—and how one simple, one-minute practice, backed by both research and faith, can help you calm your body and mind before burnout hits.This isn’t about perfection or self-care—it’s about surrender and peace right in the middle of motherhood. Backed by studies from Harvard Health (2023), USC (2019), Stanford (2020), and the APA (2022), I’ll share how to recognize your body’s cues, build gentle habits for recovery, and prepare your heart before the busy holiday season begins.If you’ve been running on empty but still want to love your family well, this episode will help you exhale, breathe, and remember: God is here—you don’t have to do it all right now.💛 You’ll hear how to:Recognize your body’s warning signs before emotional overload hitsCreate a one-minute “God is here” pause that fits into real lifeAnchor your peace in prayer and presence during hormonal or high-stress seasonsPrepare for the holidays with calm, connection, and graceXOXO,💛 Katie🔗 Other Episodes You’ll Love 💛📌 Episode #324 – “Does Anyone Even See What I’m Doing?” Encouragement for the Invisible MomA heartfelt reminder that even when your work feels unseen, God notices every act of love.📌 Episode #322 – “God Is Still in Control (Even in the Hospital Hallway)”Recorded straight from the hospital, this reflection brings comfort and perspective in seasons of surrender and waiting.📌 Episode #319 – “Everyone Else Looks Like They’ve Got It Together”: A Simple Habit for the Homeschool Mom Who Feels BehindA practical mindset shift to stop comparison and find peace in your own unique pace.📌 Episode #314 – “Feeling Paralyzed by the Noise?” Tools for Peace in a Cluttered HomeIf life feels loud and messy, this episode will help you quiet the chaos and restore calm in your heart and home.📌 Episode #295 – The 10-Minute Morning Reset That Changes EverythingStart your mornings with calm and clarity using this short daily rhythm that sets a peaceful tone for your whole home.🌟 Homeschool HACK!:📚 Road Trip Mysteries USA Edition – A story‑driven cross‑country adventure packed with puzzles, mystery, history, and geography. Perfect for ages 8–12, screen‑free fun, and available in softcover or Kindle.📚 Road Trip Mysteries Yellowstone Edition – Explore the wonders of Yellowstone National Park through an interactive mystery adventure! Kids follow clues, learn about geysers, wildlife, and history, and unlock a final code to earn their Legacy Keeper badge. Available in softcover or Kindle. 🎉 Join Our Free Community – Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families 💬 Energy Boost SECRET for moms:Peak Energy SolutionActivation and Energy 💡 Please Leave a Review:If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps so much! GIFT:10 Secrets To Homeschooling Your High Needs Child (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)http://herhomeandheart.net/specialneeds MORE GOODIES and FUN THINGS!https://bit.ly/m/HerHomeandHeartherhomeandheart.com 🙏 Mentioned in this episode:Harvard Health (2023) – “Burnout Recovery and the Power of Body Awareness”Wendy Wood (2019), University of Southern California – “Good Habits, Bad Habits”BJ Fogg (2020), Stanford Behavior Design Lab – “Tiny Habits”Pew Research + APA (2022–2023) – “Spiritual Practices, Stress, and Emotional Regulation”

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• “Does Anyone Even See What I’m Doing?”: Encouragement for the Invisible Mom // 324

  Ever feel like the quiet work of motherhood is invisible? Like no one sees the tears, the effort, or the love you pour out daily? Hey mama, Katie here—and this week’s episode is raw and real. I’m coming to you just after returning from the hospital, completely worn out but deeply moved by something my friend shared with me. While I was loading up to bring my son home, she called and read me a poem called The Invisible Mom. And friend—it stopped me in my tracks.This episode is different. It’s not scripted or polished, but it’s full of heart. I share the poem with you, along with the reflection and tears that followed, because I know I’m not the only one who feels unseen in the daily sacrifices of motherhood. You’ll also hear about the beauty our family experienced even in the hard hospital days, and why I believe God sees every act of love you pour into your home.If you’ve been wondering whether it matters—whether you matter—this episode is for you. I hope it feels like a warm hug from one mom to another.💛 Katie🔗 Other Episodes You’ll Love📌 Episode #296 – Gentle Encouragement When You’re Second-Guessing Your HomeschoolA quiet, grace-filled conversation to steady your heart.📌 Episode #319 – “Everyone Else Looks Like They’ve Got It Together”: A Simple Habit for the Homeschool Mom Who Feels BehindYou’re not failing—this one will show you why.📌Episode #308 – Feeling Paralyzed by the Noise? Tools for Peace in a Cluttered HomeOverstimulated and stuck? This episode is a reset button. 🌟 Homeschool HACK!:📚 Road Trip Mysteries USA Edition – A story‑driven cross‑country adventure packed with puzzles, mystery, history, and geography. Perfect for ages 8–12, screen‑free fun, and available in softcover or Kindle.📚 Road Trip Mysteries Yellowstone Edition – Explore the wonders of Yellowstone National Park through an interactive mystery adventure! Kids follow clues, learn about geysers, wildlife, and history, and unlock a final code to earn their Legacy Keeper badge. Available in softcover or Kindle. 🎉 Join Our Free Community – Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families 💬 Energy Boost SECRET for moms:Peak Energy SolutionActivation and Energy 💡 Please Leave a Review:If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps so much! GIFT:10 Secrets To Homeschooling Your High Needs Child (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)http://herhomeandheart.net/specialneeds MORE GOODIES and FUN THINGS!https://bit.ly/m/HerHomeandHeartherhomeandheart.com

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