Anchored Motherhood: Recent Episodes
Shannon Oakleaf
Is it possible for mom life to be easy? How can you do it all and do it well when there never seems to be enough hours in the day? Where was the joy that was supposed to come with motherhood?
Welcome to the Anchored Motherhood Podcast where we have conversations about all these topics and so much more! Each week your hostess, Shannon Oakleaf, brings practical solutions to help you simplify your life, clear the soul clutter, and quiet the noise of this busy life. Join us for encouragement and tips on raising strong, independent kids and nurturing a marriage that lasts. For strategies to help you stop cleaning up after your life, and start making time for self-care and the things that matter. And inspirational stories to remind you that you aren’t alone on this motherhood journey.
This podcast is for the mama who’s tired of being fresh out of amazing, and she’s ready to leave busy and burdened behind for good. It’s time to stop letting life happen to you, and start making it happen for you, but that won’t happen by accident. You’ll have to step forward with courage, anchored in grace. Are you ready?
As moms, we're often looking for the quick fix to health and weight loss. We know our health should be a priority, but with so many other things competing for our time and attention, focusing on ourselves often just seems like one more thing. Today, Elizabeth Dall is breaking down simple steps busy moms can take to start building sustainable habits that lead to long term body love and food freedom. This episode is jam packed with small steps that lead to big results from one busy mom to another. You won't want to miss it! Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/healthy-mom/
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Let's face it, mom life is stressful! But how does that stress affect your body? Today on The Anchored Motherhood Podcast we're discussing how stress directly affects our hormones, and then our hormones affect all the other things like weight, energy, and mood. Which then causes more stress. It's time to break the cycle! If diet and exercise just aren't getting the job done, and you're ready to take charge of your health in a more holistic way, this episode is for you! Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/womens-hormones/
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Do you wish you could find more time in your day? Well, you can't find time. You have to make it! And the very best way I've found to save time in my busy mom life is automation. Errands can be such a time stealer, especially when you're running out for last minute items that you forgot the last time you went shopping. Make life easier by planning ahead, ordering online, and letting someone else do the shopping (and even delivery) for you. In this episode, you'll learn how to get started with automation, so you can spend your time on the things that really matter! Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/easier-shopping/
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Do you feel like a tired mom who's fresh out of amazing? Believe me, I understand. But you don't have to let the weariness of mom life steal your joy.
Today I'm talking with author and Bible teacher Stacey Thacker about what to do when you find yourself worn out and feeling hopeless in your motherhood.
If you're looking for ways to be a happier mom and to learn to enjoy motherhood again, this episode is for you!
Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/tired-mom/
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Do you know that you’d be a better wife and mother if you made time for self-care, but you still have trouble justifying the time and money because you think it should be spent elsewhere?
So many mamas struggle with this. Knowing they could be better, but not feeling worthy of the investment.
In this episode, we’re talking about why self-care is not selfish at all, but actually the most selfless thing you can do for the ones you love. And how to make investing in yourself both simple and inexpensive, so you can’t make any more excuses!
Don’t miss this one, mama. It’s a game changer!
Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/self-care
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Do you ever wish you could step into your child's mind and see whether or not the things you say make an impact? There are so many parenting resources out there claiming to have the "key" to molding strong, independent kids who grow into successful adults, but how do you know if what you're doing is actually working?
Today I'm chatting with author Rebecca Gregoire Lindenbach about her book Why I Didn't Rebel. This isn't a typical parenting how-to guide. It's written from the perspective of young adults who are reflecting on their childhood, and giving insight into the parenting practices that created closer bonds between parents and their kids, versus those that pushed them to rebel.
This one is a must listen if you're curious to learn how reasons over rules are the secret to better parenting relationships.
Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/better-parenting
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Want to spend more one-on-one time with your kids, but the busyness of life always seems to get in the way? I totally understand. Connecting with my kids is a huge goal of mine too, but no matter how hard I tried, I just wasn't able to make it happen on a consistent basis. Until I started implementing a Focused 15. If you're ready to make spending time with your kids easy and fun, then tune in to find out how to start carving out 15 minutes with each child, each day and begin building the relationships you've always wanted to have with your children. Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/time-with-kids/
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Do you just know you could be a better mom if you could only stop yelling? Well, you're not alone mama. So many of us are living with guilt and shame thinking we're the only ones. But it's just not true. If you're ready to stop yelling, reclaim the joy in motherhood & marriage, and learn to speak words of truth to your kids, this is the episode for you!
Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/how-to-stop-yelling/
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It’s one thing to hear someone say "progress over perfection" or "done is better than perfect," but what does it really mean? And how can you live it out IRL?
In today's episode, we'll talk about practical ways to choose progress over perfection by reframing the way we think of progress, and learning how to give ourselves grace when setbacks keep us from achieving our goals.
Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/progress-over-perfection/
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Do you ever wonder how you can spend so much time planning and still not reach your goals? If you want to step out of overwhelm and make the most of your time, you have to start by simplifying your daily schedule. In this episode we talk about how to make your life easier by concentrating only on the essentials, so you can start making progress on your goals and focusing on the things that matter most to you! Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/daily-schedule/ Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonoakleaf/
Have you ever wondered why being a wife and mother isn't enough to give you a full and joyful life? Why those tiny people that you love so much still can't completely fill your contentment bucket? You were created to be in community and family, but you weren't onlypurposed for your role at home. When we get so caught up in one area of our lives, it's easy to put on our blinders and forget that God's plans for our lives are greater than our own. But it's up to us to get quiet and listen!
Today, I'm talking to author and life coach Danielle Roberts about why it's important for moms to have their own dreams and ambitions. If you're looking for some fresh inspiration to help you create a life you love and start living on purpose, this is the episode for you!
Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/mom-goals/
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Minimalism is super trendy right now. So are tiny houses, capsule wardrobes, and simple eating. With all the hype surrounding simple living, it can be hard to cut through the fluff and lingo to the heart of what living simply actually means: being intentional.
It’s not letting this world dictate what you own, what you spend your time on, or the stories you tell yourself.
It’s about letting go of expectation, comparison, and all the should-dos we’re bombarded with these days, and choosing a life that lights your soul on fire.
Minimalism doesn’t mean you live with nothing. It means you live with the things that matter.
Join us as we talk about practical ways to get started simplifying your head, heart, and home TODAY!
Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/living-simply/
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People are always talking about every new trend that promises to change their lives. A new diet. A new goal planner. A new job. But can I let you in on a little secret? There is only one surefire way to change your life.
You have to own it. The good. The bad. The areas of growth along with the places where you struggle.
Today, let's get into what it takes to make lasting change happen in your life, and how you can start taking action to own your life today!
Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/change-life/
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Balance. We hear about it all the time, but what does it really mean? In this episode we'll challenge the myth that life balance means equal time for all the things, and instead embrace the idea that slow, steady growth is the key to maintaining balance in motherhood. Tune in to learn my four best tips to shift your mindset and start simplifying your schedule so it actually reflects the priorities that matter most to you! Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/life-balance/
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Has the overwhelm of mom life stolen the joy in your motherhood? Believe me, I've been there too. And if I'm honest, I still end up in that place from time to time. Because mom life is hard, and demanding, and full of service. But even though motherhood can be a sacrifice, that doesn't mean it has to be a burden.
Join me as we dive into three action steps you take today to reclaim the joy in motherhood and start creating a life you love!
Shownotes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/joy-of-motherhood/
Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonoakleaf/
How can you do it all and do it well when there never seems to be enough hours in the day?
When you want to thrive in your life, love, and motherhood, but overwhelm and weariness keep stealing your joy?
The Anchored Motherhood Podcast has conversations about all these topics and so much more! Each week your hostess, Shannon Oakleaf, brings practical solutions to help you simplify your home life and clear the soul clutter.
Shannon offers encouragement and tips to navigate marriage and motherhood, strategies to make self-care part of your regular routine, and inspirational stories to remind you that you aren’t alone on this journey.
This podcast is for the mama who’s ready to stop making it through her motherhood, and step forward with courage, anchored in grace.
Because true joy is found when we’re brave enough to take that next imperfect step toward the purposeful life we were created for!
Show Notes: https://www.anchoredmotherhood.com/anchored-motherhood-podcast/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonoakleaf/