Mama’s Tired | Time Management, Overwhelm, Organization, Peace, Patience

81. Why You’re So Tired (And It’s Not Just the Kids): A deeper look at mental load, decision fatigue, and the real reasons moms feel depleted

Do you wake up thinking, “I slept last night - why am I still so tired?” Well friend, this episode is for you. We are going beneath the surface — into decision fatigue, mental load, and why moms feel constantly depleted. I’m going to help you understand the invisible emotional and cognitive burdens you carry daily — and offer some beginning steps toward relief.
 
This episode is for the truly tired mamas, and the tired isn’t just physical.  Decision Fatigue is the mental wear-down from making hundreds of choices daily. Your brain is clocked in even when your body is ‘off.’ That’s real work.
 
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Contact - > info@rachelking.org
Podcast - > Mama’s Tired
Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas
Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking
Resources - > Simple Time Management for Moms, Journal Page: Releasing the Mental Load 
 
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter 
Step 3: Ready for more personalized support? Book a call with Rachel

80. Peace in 5 Minutes or Less: Small, Doable Practices to Help Moms Reset Emotionally During Chaotic Days

Is your house loud and chaotic? Does your brain spin daily? Does your patience feel paper-thin? If you said yes, then this episode is your exhale. 
 
Nobody talks about why moms get emotionally stuck in the chaos, but we need to normalize it. There is constant overstimulation: the noise, the needs, and the decisions to be made. We try to suppress it and hold it all together because everyone needs us to have it all together until we finally snap and explode. We need a break, but then we feel guilty for taking a break. We believe we just don’t have time to reset. 
 
In this episode, we’re talking small, doable resets that take 5 minutes or less — to help you come back to peace, even when everything else feels loud. This is for the busy, overwhelmed moms who need practical, bite-sized emotional resets they can use anytime — even in the middle of toddler tantrums or work-from-home chaos.
 
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Contact - > info@rachelking.org
Podcast - > Mama’s Tired
Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas
Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking
Resources - > Simple Time Management for Moms
 
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter 
Step 3: Ready for more personalized support? Book a call with Rachel

79. Why You Can't Stick to a Routine (and How to Finally Make It Work)

Have you ever felt like a failure because you just can’t seem to stick to a routine? No matter how many planners you buy, chore charts you put on the wall, or programs you purchase, you just can’t make it work for YOU? 
 
If you have ever started a new habit, program, or routine on Monday and thrown it out the window by Thursday, then this episode is for you. In this episode, we will unpack why routines fall apart, some of the biggest mistakes moms make when trying to stick to them, and finally how to create one that fits your real life. 
 
I am going to help you understand WHY your routines aren’t sticking, and give you some simple mindset and strategy shifts to finally make them work - without guilt, shame, or perfectionism.
 
Snag my Simple Time Management for Moms freebie
 
Contact - > info@rachelking.org
Podcast - > Mama’s Tired
Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas
Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking
Resources - > Simple Time Management for Moms
 
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter 
Step 3: Ready for more personalized support? Book a call with Rachel

78. From Feed Yourself to Mama's Tired: The Podcast is Getting a New Name!

Do you wish you had enough time in your day to get everything done? 
Are you tired of feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and impatient with your kids? 
Do you wonder what it would be like to say “no” and prioritize your needs for a change? 
This newly branded podcast is for the mamas who are doing all the things and running on empty. If you are looking to regain your peace, become a more patient mom, and finally have the time to be fully present with your family instead of worrying about everything that needs to be done, then this show is for you. 
In this episode, I’m sharing why I decided to make the pivot from nutrition coaching to productivity and systems, and how we can begin to bring peace back into your home together.
Snag my Simple Time Management for Moms freebie
Contact - > info@rachelking.org
Podcast - > Mama’s Tired
Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas
Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking
Resources - > Simple Time Management for Moms
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter 
Step 3: Ready for more personalized support? Book a call with Rachel

Episode 77: 3 Reasons Why You Should Eat More to Lose Weight

When women come to me to work together on their nutrition, I always end up hearing so many sad stories. These women are living lives where they’ve been skipping meals for years in order to lose weight. When they do eventually end up eating, they are terrified of carbs or eating over the 1,200 calories we've all been conditioned to think is a "magic" number. The nutrition world has come so far, and yet, the bad advice given years ago just won’t seem to go away.  When your goal is weight loss, you do need to be mindful of the calories you consume. However, when you aren’t eating enough, your weight loss efforts can be hindered as well. Let’s talk about 3 reasons why you should actually be eating MORE in order to lose weight.  In this episode, we cover: Eating more (not less) to lose weight How the restriction of calories can lead to self-sabotage  How the right type (not just the amount) of food matters Why adequate calorie consumption is essential for optimal health in all areas LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE: Join the Feed Yourself Food Club (monthly recipe membership) here! Interested in private one-on-one nutrition coaching? Sign up here. Connect with me on Instagram: @rachelmeigsking MORE ABOUT FEED YOURSELF: HEALTHY HABITS FOR THE MIND, BODY, & SOUL PODCAST: Feed Yourself: Healthy Habits for the Mind, Body, & Soul is all about learning the key components of overall health based on Biblical principles. When most people think about getting in shape and becoming “healthy”, they immediately think about their physical health: losing weight, making exercise a priority, possessing flexibility and endurance, and remaining disease free. But Scripture makes it clear that physical wellness is not the only area that impacts health. In order to be TRULY healthy, we have to focus on four areas: spiritual health, emotional health, mental health, and physical health.  This podcast dives deep into the tools and head knowledge you will need in order to create lasting results, but it also looks at the element that truly ties it all together - the heart knowledge that incorporates faith in God in this area of our lives and how to apply it when things get tough (and they will!). I wanted to create a space to let you know you are never alone on this journey. Through years of experience in doing everything the WRONG way, I am here to share my journey of getting healthy from the inside out - ditching the restriction and diet culture and truly learning to treat my body as the temple God intended it to be.  Grab a cup of coffee and join me as I discuss healthy habits to incorporate in your daily life to propel you forward and FEED YOURSELF on your journey to health in all areas: mind, body, and soul!

Episode 76: The Mental Health and Nutrition Connection

There is a strong correlation between our nutrition and mental health. Unfortunately, the American diet is overloaded with processed foods that can lead to an increased risk of depression, cognitive impairment, and ADHD. On the flip side, a diet that centers around nutritious whole foods can actually help prevent many mental illnesses in most cases.  Here are four tips for improving your own mental health through a tried and trusted nutrition approach.  In this episode, we cover: How your mental health is closely related to what you eat Ways to ensure adequate physical and mental health Tips to promote overall wellness through nutrition  Adequate calorie consumption for brain health LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE: Join the Feed Yourself Food Club (monthly recipe membership) here! Interested in private one-on-one nutrition coaching? Sign up here. Connect with me on Instagram: @rachelmeigsking MORE ABOUT FEED YOURSELF: HEALTHY HABITS FOR THE MIND, BODY, & SOUL PODCAST: Feed Yourself: Healthy Habits for the Mind, Body, & Soul is all about learning the key components of overall health based on Biblical principles. When most people think about getting in shape and becoming “healthy”, they immediately think about their physical health: losing weight, making exercise a priority, possessing flexibility and endurance, and remaining disease free. But Scripture makes it clear that physical wellness is not the only area that impacts health. In order to be TRULY healthy, we have to focus on four areas: spiritual health, emotional health, mental health, and physical health.  This podcast dives deep into the tools and head knowledge you will need in order to create lasting results, but it also looks at the element that truly ties it all together - the heart knowledge that incorporates faith in God in this area of our lives and how to apply it when things get tough (and they will!). I wanted to create a space to let you know you are never alone on this journey. Through years of experience in doing everything the WRONG way, I am here to share my journey of getting healthy from the inside out - ditching the restriction and diet culture and truly learning to treat my body as the temple God intended it to be.  Grab a cup of coffee and join me as I discuss healthy habits to incorporate in your daily life to propel you forward and FEED YOURSELF on your journey to health in all areas: mind, body, and soul!

Episode 75: The Dark Truth about Food Dyes

Food dye is a chemical substance that was created to give food an artificial color, therefore “enhancing” the appearance and appeal of the food. There is quite a bit of controversy over the safety of food dyes, with some groups claiming they are toxic and lead to all sorts of medical issues, while other groups agree they are completely safe for consumption. In the last 50 years, food dye consumption has increased by 500%. Can you guess who are the biggest consumers? That’s right…CHILDREN. So in this episode, I want to have an honest conversation and separate fact from fiction so you can make an informed decision about the use of food dyes in your own home.  In this episode, we cover: The dark truth about food dyes What is food dye? Potential side effects from food dye and who it impacts most How to empower your kids to make informed decisions surrounding food dye LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE: Join the Feed Yourself Food Club (monthly recipe membership) here! Interested in private one-on-one nutrition coaching? Sign up here. Connect with me on Instagram: @rachelmeigsking MORE ABOUT FEED YOURSELF: HEALTHY HABITS FOR THE MIND, BODY, & SOUL PODCAST: Feed Yourself: Healthy Habits for the Mind, Body, & Soul is all about learning the key components of overall health based on Biblical principles. When most people think about getting in shape and becoming “healthy”, they immediately think about their physical health: losing weight, making exercise a priority, possessing flexibility and endurance, and remaining disease free. But Scripture makes it clear that physical wellness is not the only area that impacts health. In order to be TRULY healthy, we have to focus on four areas: spiritual health, emotional health, mental health, and physical health.  This podcast dives deep into the tools and head knowledge you will need in order to create lasting results, but it also looks at the element that truly ties it all together - the heart knowledge that incorporates faith in God in this area of our lives and how to apply it when things get tough (and they will!). I wanted to create a space to let you know you are never alone on this journey. Through years of experience in doing everything the WRONG way, I am here to share my journey of getting healthy from the inside out - ditching the restriction and diet culture and truly learning to treat my body as the temple God intended it to be.  Grab a cup of coffee and join me as I discuss healthy habits to incorporate in your daily life to propel you forward and FEED YOURSELF on your journey to health in all areas: mind, body, and soul!

Episode 74: 3 Reasons You Aren’t Losing Weight

If you are eating healthy and working out intentionally with a plan and you aren’t losing weight, there may be a legitimate reason. It doesn’t mean your body is broken. It doesn’t mean your metabolism is shot. Most importantly, it doesn’t mean you have no chance for change.  Here are 3 common reasons you may not be seeing the scale move and some tips on how to get the weight loss going once again.  In this episode, we cover: Three reasons you aren’t losing weight Tips to jumpstart weight loss after reaching a plateau  Benefits to tracking your food The importance of sleep Setting realistic expectations for weight loss LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE: Join the Feed Yourself Food Club (monthly recipe membership) here! Interested in private one-on-one nutrition coaching? Sign up here. Connect with me on Instagram: @rachelmeigsking MORE ABOUT FEED YOURSELF: HEALTHY HABITS FOR THE MIND, BODY, & SOUL PODCAST: Feed Yourself: Healthy Habits for the Mind, Body, & Soul is all about learning the key components of overall health based on Biblical principles. When most people think about getting in shape and becoming “healthy”, they immediately think about their physical health: losing weight, making exercise a priority, possessing flexibility and endurance, and remaining disease free. But Scripture makes it clear that physical wellness is not the only area that impacts health. In order to be TRULY healthy, we have to focus on four areas: spiritual health, emotional health, mental health, and physical health.  This podcast dives deep into the tools and head knowledge you will need in order to create lasting results, but it also looks at the element that truly ties it all together - the heart knowledge that incorporates faith in God in this area of our lives and how to apply it when things get tough (and they will!). I wanted to create a space to let you know you are never alone on this journey. Through years of experience in doing everything the WRONG way, I am here to share my journey of getting healthy from the inside out - ditching the restriction and diet culture and truly learning to treat my body as the temple God intended it to be.  Grab a cup of coffee and join me as I discuss healthy habits to incorporate in your daily life to propel you forward and FEED YOURSELF on your journey to health in all areas: mind, body, and soul!

Episode 73: Back-to-School Made Easy (Quick Recipes for Busy Days)

All of us with school aged children are gearing up for the back-to-school routine, and it can be stressful. When we think about all that has to be done, it can be daunting. We have to get the kids up, dressed, breakfast on the table, snacks and lunch packed, be a taxi driver to after school events, get dinner on the table, and it adds pressure to an already busy life. While these tips won’t take away the entire back-to-school burden, they will help make the transition from relaxed to structured much easier.  Check out this episode for my top 3 back-to-school tips and quick recipes for busy days ahead!  In this episode, we cover: Back-to-school made easy Quick recipes for busy days Feed Yourself Food Club monthly recipe membership LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE: Join the Feed Yourself Food Club (monthly recipe membership) here! Interested in private one-on-one nutrition coaching? Sign up here. Connect with me on Instagram: @rachelmeigsking MORE ABOUT FEED YOURSELF: HEALTHY HABITS FOR THE MIND, BODY, & SOUL PODCAST: Feed Yourself: Healthy Habits for the Mind, Body, & Soul is all about learning the key components of overall health based on Biblical principles. When most people think about getting in shape and becoming “healthy”, they immediately think about their physical health: losing weight, making exercise a priority, possessing flexibility and endurance, and remaining disease free. But Scripture makes it clear that physical wellness is not the only area that impacts health. In order to be TRULY healthy, we have to focus on four areas: spiritual health, emotional health, mental health, and physical health.  This podcast dives deep into the tools and head knowledge you will need in order to create lasting results, but it also looks at the element that truly ties it all together - the heart knowledge that incorporates faith in God in this area of our lives and how to apply it when things get tough (and they will!). I wanted to create a space to let you know you are never alone on this journey. Through years of experience in doing everything the WRONG way, I am here to share my journey of getting healthy from the inside out - ditching the restriction and diet culture and truly learning to treat my body as the temple God intended it to be.  Grab a cup of coffee and join me as I discuss healthy habits to incorporate in your daily life to propel you forward and FEED YOURSELF on your journey to health in all areas: mind, body, and soul!  

Episode 72: Top 10 Nutrition Myths That Just Won’t Go Away

I have been a certified nutrition coach for 7 years, and I still cannot get over hearing all the crazy diet myths that have been passed down through the years. Almost every day, I hear someone bring up a myth about health and nutrition that will not die. This is one of the biggest reasons I feel it’s part of my calling to help spread God’s truth about our bodies and how to feed them as He intended. I also feel like it’s my duty to spread the word about the science behind the facts and help debunk some of these insane myths. Check out this episode for the top 10 nutrition myths that just will not go away.  In this episode, we cover: Nutrition myths that won’t go away Science debunking the biggest nutrition myths Helpful nutrition tips that actually work LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE: Interested in private one-on-one nutrition coaching? Sign up here. Connect with me on Instagram: @rachelmeigsking MORE ABOUT FEED YOURSELF: HEALTHY HABITS FOR THE MIND, BODY, & SOUL PODCAST: Feed Yourself: Healthy Habits for the Mind, Body, & Soul is all about learning the key components of overall health based on Biblical principles. When most people think about getting in shape and becoming “healthy”, they immediately think about their physical health: losing weight, making exercise a priority, possessing flexibility and endurance, and remaining disease free. But Scripture makes it clear that physical wellness is not the only area that impacts health. In order to be TRULY healthy, we have to focus on four areas: spiritual health, emotional health, mental health, and physical health.  This podcast dives deep into the tools and head knowledge you will need in order to create lasting results, but it also looks at the element that truly ties it all together - the heart knowledge that incorporates faith in God in this area of our lives and how to apply it when things get tough (and they will!). I wanted to create a space to let you know you are never alone on this journey. Through years of experience in doing everything the WRONG way, I am here to share my journey of getting healthy from the inside out - ditching the restriction and diet culture and truly learning to treat my body as the temple God intended it to be.  Grab a cup of coffee and join me as I discuss healthy habits to incorporate in your daily life to propel you forward and FEED YOURSELF on your journey to health in all areas: mind, body, and soul!