95 - resilience & mom guilt: growth in the chaos, part 4
Motherhood is chaotic—but that doesn’t mean you can’t grow in the middle of it. In the Growth in the Chaos series, we’re breaking down how to navigate the unpredictable, exhausting seasons of motherhood while still making progress toward the life you want.
In part 4, we’re getting personal about the guilt we carry and the resilience it takes to keep growing — even when things feel heavy. From second-guessing yourself to feeling like you’re not doing enough, this episode is here to remind you that you’re not alone — and you don’t have to stay stuck.
🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why growth often feels uncomfortable — and why that’s not a bad thing
✔️ How the Zeigarnik Effect and mental load fuel guilt in motherhood
✔️ What self-compassion really means (and how to start practicing it)
✔️ A mindset shift and practical steps to move forward when you feel stuck
This episode blends honest storytelling with science-backed tools to help you grow through the chaos — not after it.
Don’t forget to follow along on Instagram @successfulmamapodcast and share this episode with a mama who needs it.
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94 - building better habits in motherhood: growth in the chaos, part 3
Motherhood is chaotic—but that doesn’t mean you can’t grow in the middle of it. In the Growth in the Chaos series, we’re breaking down how to navigate the unpredictable, exhausting seasons of motherhood while still making progress toward the life you want.
In Part 3, we’re digging into the small habits that can create big change—even when life feels overwhelming. So often we think growth has to come from huge overhauls, but the truth is, it’s the tiny steps you barely notice that add up over time.
You don’t need more willpower—you just need a strategy that fits your real life.
🎧 In this episode, we’re covering:
✔️ How the habit loop shapes your daily routines (without you even realizing it)
✔️ Why understanding your cravings makes habit change easier
✔️ Simple ways to use cues and small wins to build better habits in motherhood
This episode is packed with practical tools and relatable encouragement to help you start growing in the middle of the chaos you're already living in.
Don't forget to follow us on social - @successfulmamapodcast
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93 - grieving in real life: a personal update and honest moments from our family
This week’s episode is a little different. It’s not a how-to or a step-by-step—it’s me, sharing where we are right now. Life has been heavy lately, and grief has made its way into our world in a very real way. I’m opening up about what this season looks like for our family, how I’ve been processing things personally, and how we’ve been talking through it with our kids.
If you’re walking through your own hard season of grief—or just need a reminder that you’re not alone—I hope this episode meets you right where you are.
Next week, I’ll be taking the week off to be with family, but I’ll be back on April 22 with part three of the Growth in the Chaos series.
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92 - april fools! welcome to the successful kid podcast
April Fools!
Today, the Successful Mama Podcast is getting a fun little twist—welcome to the Successful Kid Podcast! My oldest son, Asher, has officially taken over as host and is interviewing his friend, Sebastian, with a mix of silly and thoughtful questions (including a lot of video game talk—but don’t worry, there's conversation for everyone). And my youngest son, Grey? He’s jumped in behind the scenes and taken over the intro music for the show!
Grab your kids if they're nearby—because they (and you!) are going to love this fun, light-hearted episode full of laughs, surprises, and sweet reminders from a younger point of view. And make sure to stick around to the very end! The boys asked me to add bloopers, and they don't disappoint. 🤣
P.S. Don’t worry—we’ll be back next week with our regular episodes of the Successful Mama Podcast!
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91 - breaking the overwhelm cycle: growth in the chaos, part 2
Motherhood is chaotic—but that doesn’t mean you can’t grow in the middle of it. In the Growth in the Chaos series, we’re breaking down how to navigate the unpredictable, exhausting seasons of motherhood while still making progress toward the life you want.
In Part 2, we’re tackling the mental load of motherhood and why it often feels like no matter how much you do, there’s always more waiting for you. The truth is, your brain is wired to focus on what’s left undone, making it feel impossible to keep up.
But here’s the good news: you don’t have to fight against your brain—you can work with it.
🎧 In this episode, we’re covering:
✔️ Why your brain naturally fixates on unfinished tasks
✔️ How decision fatigue is draining your energy (and what to do about it)
✔️ Simple mindset shifts to stop feeling like you’re always behind
This episode is packed with practical strategies to help you shift your perspective, lighten your mental load, and stop feeling like you’re stuck in survival mode.
Don't forget to follow us on social - @successfulmamapodcast
What does success even mean? On this podcast, host Shannon Carothers shares stories of moms who are living out success in many different ways, all while doing their best to mother well and learn from mistakes along the way.
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