The Busy Vibrant Mom - Strategic Time Management, Home Organization, Productivity, Christian Mom, Christian Parenting, Declutter

If you’ve ever felt torn between wanting to live a meaningful, purpose-filled life and the very real demands of work, family, and responsibility, today’s episode is for you. So many women I talk to aren’t lacking motivation or vision—they’re just stretched thin, trying to figure out how to pursue the things God has placed on their hearts without burning out or feeling like they’re constantly behind.

Today, I’m joined by a truly inspiring guest, Susan Marie Almquist, and I’m so excited to share this conversation with you. Susan Marie is a former attorney turned entrepreneur, a mom, and the author of the beautiful book Make Life Matter More. After years in law and leadership, she now serves as the Chief Growth Officer at MyCORE, a company built around people-first values—and she brings that same heart into her writing and everyday life.

In this episode, we talk honestly about what it looks like to pursue meaningful dreams—like writing a book—in the cracks of real life. We dive into time blocking, intentional living, and how to make space for what matters most without adding more pressure to your plate. Susan Marie shares her journey through motherhood, leadership, seasons of transition, and how small, faithful choices can lead to a life that feels aligned, grounded, and full.

This is a thoughtful, encouraging conversation about slowing down, paying attention, and choosing purpose over autopilot—especially in busy seasons.  So grab your coffee or tea, settle in, and let’s dive in.

Quick Announcement 

We have some fun things coming up.  

-Bundle: 3/30-4/17 The Mom’s Spring Break Bundle (26 resources for $27) 

https://strideproductivity.thrivecart.com/moms-spring-break-bundle/?affiliate=renew_conference (emailed info about this last week 4/3/26)

- Summit: Free Summit 4/20-4/24- Calm Connected Parenting Summit My Link To Share: https://link.calmconnectionparent.com/ccp-2026/byrd

- Currently we are more than halfway through our spring round of group coaching.  Our next round of group coaching in the fall.  The link for the waitlist will be on the website (www.byrdmichelle.com). 

If you need some help between now and the fall grab the Productivity Planner, or you can always reach out to me at [email protected] if you have any questions or just want to say hi. 

To Contact: Susan Marie Almquist

Our advisory firm's podcast is: The MyCORE Podcast

Social:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanmariealmquist/

https://www.instagram.com/susanmariealmquist/

Website:

mycore.ai

Freebie: If you message me, I'll send you a complimentary copy of my book, Make Life Matter More: former attorney turned entrepreneur shares 101 examples of amplifying what you "do" in business, sales, and life.

 

I pray this podcast episode blesses you!

Michelle

 

Grab a coaching call with me at:  www.byrdmichelle.com

Email: [email protected]

website: www.byrdmichelle.com

Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com 

Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

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Welcome back to The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast! I’m your host, Michelle Byrd and I’m so glad you’re here.  Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the things—managing your home, your work, your kids—and yet it still feels hard to stay focused or follow through?  Maybe simple tasks feel bigger than they should, or your brain feels like it has a hundred tabs open at once. And you’ve probably wondered… why do typical productivity strategies feel so hard to stick to?

Today’s episode is such an important one, because we’re talking about time management and productivity for women with ADHD—and honestly, so much of this will resonate even if you’ve never been diagnosed.  I’m joined by Theresa Harp, a certified productivity coach for women with ADHD, a mom of four, and a business owner who truly understands the challenges of balancing work and motherhood.

We’re diving into why traditional productivity systems often don’t work, how to better understand your brain, and simple, sustainable strategies you can use right away—without burnout.  So whether you have ADHD or you’re just a busy mom trying to manage it all, this conversation is going to give you clarity, encouragement, and practical tools.  Alright, friend… let’s dive in. 

Quick Announcement

We have some fun things coming up this spring.   

Just a quick note: if you did register for the Pot of Gold you can still download gifts until 4/18, but the registration is closed.  

Currently we just started our spring round of group coaching.  If you are bummed that you missed your chance to jump into our amazing group grab your spot for our next round of group coaching in the fall.  Waitlist: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist

If between now and then you need some help.  Grab the Productivity Planner on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com.  You can also book a coaching call with me where we can look at your schedule, your responsibilities, and your goals, and create simple, realistic strategic rhythms that actually work for your family and this season—without burnout or overwhelm.

Make sure you’re on our email list, so you don’t miss out.  I have some fun things coming up this spring.  You can go to the website www.byrdmichelle.com or connect with me at [email protected].  If you have any questions or just want to say hi you can reach me there.  

 

To Connect with Theresa Harp: 

Work-Life Balance for Speech Pathologists

FB Group: Work-Life Balance for Speech Pathologists www.facebook.com/groups/worklifebalanceforspeechpathologists/

Website: www.theresaharp.com

Email: [email protected]

Free Consult: https://cutt.ly/KtwII93a

Podcast: Work Life Balance For Speech Pathologists https://theresaharp.buzzsprout.com

Listen Here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/work-life-balance-for-speech-pathologists-mindful-time/id1590921247 

 

I pray this episode blesses you!

Michelle

 

Grab a coaching call with me at:  www.byrdmichelle.com

Email: [email protected]

website: www.byrdmichelle.com

Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com 

Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

Have you ever started your day with a solid plan only to have it completely unravel before 9am?  Maybe it’s a last-minute dentist appointment, a sick kid at home, a forgotten lunch that needs to be dropped off, or just trying to get everyone out the door on time and something goes sideways. Suddenly, your carefully planned schedule is thrown off, your timeline shifts, and you feel like you’re playing catch-up for the rest of the day.  And if you’re anything like most busy moms, it’s not just one thing—it’s multiple interruptions, back-to-back, all pulling you away from what you thought your day was going to look like.

You had a plan.
You had good intentions.
And now… everything feels a little hijacked.

So what do you do when your day gets taken over by other people’s needs, unexpected moments, and things you simply can’t control?

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk through exactly that. We’ll walk through how to shift your expectations so you’re not constantly frustrated when things don’t go as planned, how to focus on your top priorities even when your time is limited, and what to do in those unplanned moments—like when your kids forget something or your whole morning runs behind.

I’m also going to share what I call the “secret solution” that can make a huge difference in how your day feels (even when it’s messy), plus a simple way to get yourself back on track so you’re not writing the whole day off.  Because here’s the truth—you don’t need a perfect day to be a productive one.  Let’s make this work for your real life.

 

Reminder:  

We have some fun things coming up this spring.   

If you did register for the Pot of Gold you can still download gifts until 4/18, but the registration is closed.  

Currently we just started our spring round of group coaching.  If you are bummed that you missed your chance to jump into our amazing group grab your spot for our next round of group coaching in the fall.  Waitlist: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist

If between now and then you need some help.  Grab the Productivity Planner on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com, or a coaching call with me. 

Make sure you’re on our email list, so you don’t miss out.  I have some fun things coming up this spring.  You can connect with me at [email protected].  If you have any questions or just want to say hi you can reach me there.  

I pray this episode blesses you!

Michelle

PS If you’d love a little help creating rhythms that actually work for your real life, I’d love to support you. In a coaching call we’ll simplify your schedule and build a strategic plan that feels calm, clear, and doable. 

 

Grab a coaching call with me at:

www.byrdmichelle.com

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @thebusyvibrantmom

Facebook: The Busy Vibrant Mom 

Linkedin: The Busy Vibrant Mom 

website: www.byrdmichelle.com

Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com 

Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

Have you ever looked at your calendar, your to-do list, and your energy level and thought, “There is absolutely no way I can fit a workout into this season of life”? Between work, kids, meals, laundry, and everything else, taking care of yourself can start to feel optional. And if you’re being honest, exercise and nutrition are usually the first things to fall off the list.

That’s why I’m so excited about today’s conversation. I’m joined by Rachel DeSonier—registered dietitian, certified personal trainer, and mom of five—who gets what real-life motherhood actually looks like. Rachel helps overwhelmed moms stop treating themselves as optional and teaches simple, realistic ways to build strength, fuel their bodies with protein, and create consistency that actually sticks.

In this episode, we’re talking about how busy moms can fit in efficient workouts, why strength training matters so much in this season of life, and easy ways to get more protein throughout the day—without cooking separate meals or spending hours in the gym. This is a practical, encouraging conversation that meets you right where you are.  So grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and let’s dive in.

Rachel DeSonier's Contact Info: 

Podcast: Effective Weight Loss for Moms

Protein Cheat Sheet: https://www.effectivefitnessforwomen.com/free-resources

[email protected]

effectivefitnessforwomen.com

Reminder: Quick Announcement

We have some fun things coming up this spring. This week, March 13-19th I’m part of a super fun, outta-the-box kind of bundle, The Online Business Owners Pot of Gold.  This is hosted by one of my favorite people Linda Sidhu.  She handhand-picked group of online business owners to share their top resources to help you grow this year.  Not only can you snag my From Chaos to Calm eBook, but it also comes with a 30min Mini Strategy call (usually $114…but you can snag it for free). 

Check out all the goodies here: https://lindasidhu.com/pot-of-gold

I pray this episode blesses you!

Michelle

PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  

Grab a coaching call with me at:

www.byrdmichelle.com

Email: [email protected]

website: www.byrdmichelle.com

Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com 

Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/

You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things.  Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! In this episode we talk about Spring cleaning, and decluttering your calendar, your digital space, and your physical space.  We wanted to provide moms with real life examples of time management, organization, and pivoting when life throws you curveballs. So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us! 

Quick Announcement - 

The Online Business Owners Pot of Gold starts today, March 13 and ends March 19th. This is hosted by one of my favorite people, Linda Sidhu.  She hand-picked a group of online business owners to share their top resources to help you grow this year. Check out the link below to grab some amazing free resources from a very generous group of entrepreneurs.

For the first time ever I offered my From Chaos to Calm eBook and a 30min Mini Strategy call (usually $114…but you can snag it for free).  Check it all out here:  https://lindasidhu.com/pot-of-gold 

 

Emily McDermott's Contact Info: 

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast: https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/

Simple by Emmy: http://www.simplebyemmy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebyemmy/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1OzHKsGziu5IbkaHBQXGIw

Facebook Group - Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms: tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm

Contact E-mail: [email protected]

Freebie: 5 Mindset Shifts To Help you Let Go of Clutter: https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

 

I pray this blesses you!

Michelle

PS If you’d love a little help creating rhythms that actually work for your real life, I’d love to support you. In a coaching call we’ll simplify your schedule and build a strategic plan that feels calm, clear, and doable. 

 

Grab a coaching call with me at:

www.byrdmichelle.com

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @thebusyvibrantmom

Facebook: The Busy Vibrant Mom 

Linkedin: The Busy Vibrant Mom 

website: www.byrdmichelle.com

Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com 

Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/