Joyfully Unexpected: Recent Episodes
Jennifer Jordan
Joyfully Unexpected is a podcast to empower special needs moms to take back control of your life and live the life they've always wanted even if it looks different than they've imagined.Each week we will discuss tips and tricks to help special needs moms get more done and run their life like a boss!
Special needs life can be hard to get a break from, because of a lot of things... like your child needs medical assistance and that makes people uncomfortable, or a ton of other things.
It’s crazy, but you can’t force people to watch your child so you can get a break. In this episode, we’ll discuss some tips to help you get creative about getting a break without really leaving your children.
Resources Mentioned:
Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/20
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected
Independence is so important for children. In this episode, we're talking about how to figure out what independence looks like for your children and how to help them become more independent.
Resources Mentioned:
Free No-Rush Morning Checklist: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/norush
Printable Kid's Chore Cards: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/product/chore-cards-for-kids-chore-ideas-by-age/
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/19
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected
Practicing gratitude has many benefits like feeling more positive emotions, improve your relationships & self-esteem, and even reduces materialism. It is an emotion that you can learn to cultivate naturally in your life every single day.
Resources Mentioned:
Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/18
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected
How to get your kids to help out around the house. It's totally okay for kids to have chores and help around the house - it doesn't make you a bad mom.
Resources Mentioned:
Free Busy Mom's Best Cleaning Schedule: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/clean
Kid's Chore Cards: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/product/chore-cards-for-kids-chore-ideas-by-age/
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/17
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
As a busy special needs mom, you're no stranger to never having time for anything. Self-care doesn't have to take a lot of time. In this episode, we're discussing how to fit into your schedule even if you're super busy.
Resources Mentioned:
Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/16
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected
Grocery delivery could really help you save hours every single week. If you're kind of reluctant to do grocery delivery service because you know you’re picky whenever you go to pick out your things, listen to this episode. I'm discussing how it works and the top 3 apps to try.
Resources Mentioned:
Headache-Free Family Meal Planning: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/mealplanning
Walmart Grocery App: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/walmart
Instacart Grocery App: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/instacart
Shipt Grocery App: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/shipt
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/15
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
Keeping up with your child’s complex medical records can be a challenge and today, we’re here to make it a lot easier for you.
Resources Mentioned:
Free Dr. Appointment Master: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/doctor
Special Needs Medical Binder: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/binder
Free Cozi App to Manage Your Schedule: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/cozi
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/14
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
As special needs moms, we have a lot on our plates. A lot more than other moms. We have a gazillion things to worry about and stress over.
Our minds can get bogged down and full of stress or anxiety on a daily basis… sometimes multiple times in a day. It’s really important to learn how to clear your mind.
Resources Mentioned:
Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare
Headspace App: https://www.headspace.com/
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/13
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
What is simplifying your life and how it can help you live a better and more fulfilled life.
Resources Mentioned:
Free Create a Smarter Schedule: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/smartschedule
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/12
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
In this episode, we're answering all of your questions about bedtime routines including:
- Why they matter
- What time should they go to bed
- How to start a bedtime routine if you don't have one
Resources Mentioned:
Free Dr. Appointment Master: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/doctor
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/11
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
Tired of feeling embarrassed about your dirty house? I've gotcha! Listen for 10 quick tips to help keep your home company ready 24/7.
Resources Mentioned:
Free Busy Mom's Best Cleaning Schedule: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/clean
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/10
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
A lot of people want to know why you should invest in yourself? I say why not? You have to take care of yourself before you can take care of others.
Listen for more tips on how to invest in yourself today.
Resources Mentioned:
Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/9
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
How many times have you said yes to something and immediately wanted to kick yourself? Am I the only one?
Moms get so used to trying to be the peacemaker and making everyone happy that we get addicted to saying yes every time someone opens their mouth. It’s like we just can’t help ourselves. You’ll even find yourself saying yes before the person finishes their question.
Sooner rather than later, you'll find yourself with a schedule full of other people's goals and priorities instead of yours.
Here's how to learn to say no even if you hate telling people no.
Resources Mentioned:
Free Easy Yes Guide: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/easyyes
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/8
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
Have you ever sat around and thought if I could just get it together, I'd be able to reach my goals. When you're not getting the result you want in life it's because of your thinking.
The top thing that holds a lot of busy moms back in life is the all or nothing mentality. Thinking everything has to be perfect before you get started will NOT help you accomplish your dreams and goals.
Here's how to identify how the all or nothing mentality looks like and how to kick it to the curb for good!
Resources Mentioned:
Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal for Busy Moms: JoyfullyUnexpected.com/SelfCare
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/7
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
Life Coach School: https://thelifecoachschool.com/
5-Second Rule by Mel Robbins: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/5Second
When you don’t have a lot of time and you need to find a way to get more time, automation is the way to go. Automation helps you get things done without constantly having to lift a finger.
Automating a task saves you hours a month!
You can automate so many things in your life. You just set them up in the beginning and then sit it and forget it!
Resources Mentioned:
Free Create a Smarter Schedule: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/smartschedule
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/6
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
Simplifi by Quicken: https://www.simplifimoney.com/
Instacart Grocery Delivery (FREE First Delivery): https://joyfullyunexpected.com/instacart
Episode 3 Stupid Simple Meal Planning System: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/3
Unroll.me (Unsubscribe from emails easier): https://unroll.me/
Cozi App (Free calendar and list app): https://joyfullyunexpected.com/cozi
My FAV Robot Vacuum: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/robot
Everyone is always saying "If only I have more time". If you just had more time, you could finish your to-do list every single day. If you just had more time you could just go for your goals.
While I can’t give you more time, I can help you save a ton of time with these 5 ways to get more time back into your day.
Resources Mentioned:
Free Create a Smarter Schedule: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/smartschedule
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/5
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
NY Post Article Mentioned: https://nypost.com/2019/01/10/many-women-say-they-need-this-amount-of-extra-time-per-day/
15 Home Management Tips to Automate Your Life: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/15-home-management-tips-to-automate-your-life/
My FAV Robot Vacuum: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/things-i-recommend/
As a people pleaser, you find yourself saying yes to everything. Before you know it you're overwhelmed because you're too busy.
You keep adding things to your plate until you feel like you're juggling a bunch of plates in the air. You can barely keep it together without everything crashing.
If you find yourself in this situation, listen to this episode to get out of the overwhelm and stop being so busy.
Resources Mentioned:
Free Create a Smarter Schedule: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/smartschedule
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/4
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
Are you tired of figuring out what's for dinner at the end of a long day during witching hour? Witching hour is the time of day between when you get home from work and before dinner when all heck breaks loose.
Everyone forgets everything they've ever been taught and goes bananas.
Listen today to grab my stupid simple meal planning system so you'll never have to figure out what's to eat during witching hour ever again.
Resources Mentioned:
Headache-Free Family Meal Planning: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/mealplanning
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/3
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
Is the hot mess mom culture trying to make you feel better as an imperfect mom... or is it a crutch holding you back?
The hot mess mom culture is a growing trend these days. Everyone seems to identify with being a hot mess mom. In today's episode, we're taking a deep dive into the hot mess mom culture and if it's helpful or harmful to you and your future.
Resources Mentioned:
5-Minute Self-Care Journal for Special Needs Moms: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/selfcare
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/2
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
Are you tired of living in survival mode every single morning? Do you hit the snooze button more times than you can count?
When your life is chaotic and outta control, it’s hard to know where to start. Today we’re going to be discussing why an evening routine is the best place to start when your life is a chaotic mess.
Resources Mentioned:
Free No-Rush Morning Checklist : http://joyfullyunexpected.com/norush
Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/1
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/
Hi! I'm Jennifer Jordan, your new secret weapon. :) As a special needs mom, I know life can be challenging and the only constant is change. You are forced to pivot and change at the drop of the hat.
More often than not, you feel like you’re drowning in the stress and demands of being a special needs moms and let’s not mention that dreaded mile-long to-do list!
I believe you selflessly give to others around you and most of the time, you forget you’re an actual person because you’re used to all of the hats you wear in your life.
I’m on a mission to empower special needs moms to take back control of your life and live the life you’ve always wanted even if it looks different than you imagined.
You see, I believe you don’t need to sacrifice your dreams just because you have a child with special needs.
If you are ready to take back control of your life and kick the overwhelm to the curb, hit that subscribe button and I’ll be in your earbuds each week sharing tips and tricks to get more done and run your life like the boss that I know you are!
Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/