If you’re in a season where you feel exhausted, stretched too thin, and unsure how you’ll make it through another day, this episode is for you! Postpartum, homeschooling, and caring for five kids has reminded me again just how heavy life can feel. But, in the middle of one of my hardest days, I had an experience that completely reframed how I see God’s grace in survival seasons. It was simple, unexpected, and exactly what I needed. In this week’s Thriving in Motherhood Podcast, I’m sharing that story and how it shifted my perspective on hope, resilience, and the small ways we can notice grace every single day. I’ll share: The breaking point - what it feels like to have nothing left to give and still need to show up for your family. A surprising moment of grace - how God reminded me I wasn’t carrying everything alone. Shifting my focus - the practice that helps me notice God’s hand in the middle of ordinary, messy days. A question worth asking - one simple way to reframe your perspective when everything feels heavy. When motherhood feels hard sometimes the greatest gift is remembering we’re not walking it alone. My invitation for you is to slow down today and notice where grace is meeting you.
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4 Mantras To Help You Navigate Survival Mode [Episode 379]
When you’re in a survival season, it can feel difficult to hold onto hope. Between the exhaustion, constant needs, and lack of margin, even the smallest things can feel overwhelming. In this post, I’m sharing four mantras that I’ve been leaning on during these postpartum weeks. These simple phrases have helped me steady myself when the days feel long, reminded me to focus on what matters most, and given me a way to keep showing up with more grace and confidence - even when I don’t have all the answers. I’ll share: A simple mindset shift that makes it easier to take the next step when you don’t know what’s ahead How to recognize when your expectations are pushing you toward burnout (and what to do instead) Why even the hardest breakdowns can hold the seeds of growth and connection A powerful practice that stops resentment from building and helps you get the support you need Each mantra has a story behind it, and together they’ve made survival mode feel just a little lighter. My hope is that as you listen, you’ll find one that speaks to you and gives you strength in your own season.
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Personal Update: How it's going with baby #5 [Episode 378]
It’s been six weeks since our little guys arrived, and I thought it would be fun to share how all of my plans and preparations actually played out in real life. Some things went even better than I hoped - like family evenings together, baby camp activities, and homeschool routines that felt doable. Other things…not so much. Sleep deprivation hit hard, priorities had to shift, and I learned quickly what really matters in a survival season. In this episode, I share the highs and lows of postpartum life with five kids, how we’ve managed to keep our home and homeschooling running, and the ways the Surviving to Thriving Toolkit has carried me (plus the new things I’ve added as I’ve gone through this season again.) 📣Don’t miss this! I’m teaching a brand new FREE class with live Q&A. This is your chance to ask questions about your own circumstances and get extra coaching support. It may only happen once—so keep an eye out and join while you can!
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How I Set Up My Phone To Support Me in Survival Mode [Episode 377]
When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to reach for your phone as an escape. A quick scroll can numb the stress for a moment, but before you know, hours are gone, your energy is drained, and the problems are still waiting. In this episode of the Thriving in Motherhood Podcast, I share how I re-designed my phone to actually support me in a survival season (postpartum, homeschooling, and juggling life with five kids). Instead of pulling me away from what matters, it now helps me stay anchored in the essentials. I’ll walk you through: Why your phone might be keeping you stuck in survival mode The simple changes I made to protect my priorities How the three pillars of thriving (scope, structure, and soul) apply even to smartphone use Practical ways to create a system that keeps you focused on what matters most If you’ve ever felt like your phone is running your life instead of helping it, this episode will give you new hope (and some concrete strategies) for making technology work for you. 💡 Want more support? Grab the FREE 5 Step Path from Surviving to Thriving Checklist at thrivinginmotherhoodpodcast.com/checklist. And if you’re ready for deeper help, the Surviving to Thriving Toolkit gives you bite-sized lessons, systems, and mindset tools to guide you through every phase: survivingtothrivingtoolkit.com.
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Your Limitations Are A Powerful Asset For Growth with Stephanie Stutznegger [Episode 376]
As moms, it’s easy to believe our limitations are holding us back. Not enough time, not enough energy, too much on our plates. But what if those very limits are the key to growth? In this week’s Thriving in Motherhood Podcast, Stephanie Stutznegger shares how embracing her limitations as a mom of four transformed her family life from burnout and clutter to systems that actually work. We talk about: The unexpected gift of limits A surprising addition to the family chore chart How she made cleaning fun again The small shifts that created big change Her story if full of simple wins and powerful reminders that we don’t have to do it all, we just have to do it all, we just have to do it together.
About Thriving In Motherhood Podcast | Productivity, Planning, Family Systems, Time Management, Survival Mode, Mental Health, Vision
The GO TO Podcast For Moms With Kids At Home!
Do you want to love motherhood but find yourself in survival mode or burned out more than you'd like to admit?
Do you feel tugged between enjoying every moment with your kids because it "goes so fast" and feeling mom guilt because you don't?
Are you tired of wandering around the house or scrolling social media but don't know where to find the time or energy to do something that you would enjoy?
There's a way to create a life that you are excited to wake up to each day so you enjoy your time with your family, have a smooth running home, and still move forward on your greatest goals.
Hi! I'm Jessica Jackson, homeschooling mom of four, productivity and time management expert for moms, and project enthusiast.
In this podcast, I will teach you how to:
- Navigate survival seasons with a thriving mindset through practical tips
- Create a vision for your life and get clear about what really matters to YOU
- Effective planning, productivity, and time management strategies when you have kids at home - they're different!
- Build family systems that support the entire family - including mom
- Establish habits and rhythms that nurture you
- Become a Soaring Mother so you can live connected with God, use your gifts and talents to bless those in your circle of influence, adventure with your family, and enjoy meaningful relationships
I began motherhood with hopes and dreams that I could navigate my days confidently with purpose, live intentionally, find joy and contentment in everyday life, and have God’s help and strength in this lifelong journey.
Reality:
I was in complete survival mode
I felt guilty a lot of the time
I had no clue what my days should look like
I was snappy and irritable with my family
Can you relate?
The good news - I closed the gap between what I hoped was possible and my reality.
And you can too.
I can't wait to help you live life with purpose and joy and see your growth in the everyday moments of motherhood.
Next Steps:
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