The Juggle is Real Maintenance Mode: A Gentle January Reset to Reduce Mental Clutter | E183
January often arrives with pressure to reset, get motivated, and “start fresh.” But for many women — especially mothers — the start of the year can feel foggy, heavy, and mentally overwhelming rather than inspiring.
In this solo episode, Andryanna introduces the concept of maintenance mode — a supportive, realistic way to approach January that focuses on stability rather than growth — and explores how mental clutter and unfinished tasks quietly drain energy and increase stress.
Drawing on research, Andryanna explains why January is a natural time for maintenance, why so many women feel behind despite carrying enormous mental load, and how small moments of completion can calm the nervous system and make life feel lighter.
This episode offers practical, gentle strategies to reduce mental overwhelm without turning January into another self-improvement project.
What “maintenance mode” really means;
Why unfinished tasks stay active in the brain (the Zeigarnik Effect);
How small moments of completion reduce stress and calm the nervous system;
Why trends like “admin night” work — and how to apply them gently at home;
Simple, realistic ways to reduce mental load without overhauling your life;
A compassionate reframe for January that prioritizes stability over hustle.
This episode is a reassuring reminder that if January feels slower, nothing needs fixing — you may simply be maintaining.
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