It's About Time | Time Management & Productivity for Work Life & Balance Do Something: 3 Keys to Create Consistent Habits, Even When You’re Tired, Busy, and Overwhelmed
May 26, 2025
In this insightful discussion, Monica Packer, an identity and habits coach and podcaster at About Progress, shares her expertise in habit formation tailored for busy women. She emphasizes that doing a little consistently is more effective than sporadic intense efforts. Monica dives into the complexities of balancing family life with personal growth, advocating for self-care and flexibility. She inspires listeners to redefine their habits as supportive tools, focusing on authenticity and self-acceptance to foster a fulfilling life.
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Motherhood's Impact on Identity
- Monica experienced a humbling challenge with her fifth child's birth that tested her productivity and priorities deeply.
- She had to prioritize self-care and presence over usual routines, reshaping her identity and work approach.
Make Trade-Offs and Share Duties
- Let go of perfection and make trade-offs to manage changing life demands.
- Prioritize foundational habits and share duties to sustainably maintain balance.
Habits Support, Not Restrict
- Habits are meant to support and help us feel like ourselves, not be rigid obligations.
- Redefining habits this way frees us to customize them for our personality and life seasons.