About Progress

Car cleanliness was never a priority for me, especially after having kids, and I always blamed the obstacles I faced: the lack of convenient car wash facilities and my jam-packed schedule. However, after inheriting a nicer minivan and discovering a convenient car wash service, I managed to make car cleaning a regular habit using my special formula. I delve into that formula, explaining how attaching new habits to existing ones and providing positive reinforcement can help make these habits stick, and encourage you to identify areas in your own life where they can prove your old self wrong and embrace the possibility of transformation. BEST SUMMER EVER Workshop: ⁠aboutprogress.com/summerworkshop⁠  Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Someone asked if I felt less certain but more at peace with my faith, and it got me thinking. Maybe "peace" isn't quite right; perhaps it's more about patience and accepting what I can't control. My focus feels drawn to the essentials: being present with my family, teaching my kids, my work, and loving my people. Join me and Erin H. Moon, bestselling author, podcaster, and storyteller who helps people disentangle faith, as we discuss this complex topic. When it comes to big spiritual questions, I often find myself without definitive answers. Pretending otherwise feels inauthentic. I'm learning that it's about being honest about what I don't know and finding comfort in the relationship I do have. BEST SUMMER EVER Workshop: aboutprogress.com/summerworkshop Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm sharing some recent big mistakes I've made, and one of them I've made more than once. While frustrating and costly, these blunders highlighted my progress in dealing with shame. Instead of harsh self-criticism, I experienced guilt, frustration, and a greater sense of self-compassion, acknowledging my high mental load and rushing. This allowed me to learn valuable lessons about slowing down and double-checking. Unlike shame, which hinders growth and ownership, compassion helps us move forward. Tune in to see how you can relate, and start giving yourself some more compassion when you make mistakes, too! Summer Workshop, Related Episodes: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-do-you-go-to-law-school-as-a-busy-mom Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you think about how quickly summer is coming, are you filled with excitement, dread, or a little bit of both? In this episode I share how I turned the summer of 2024 into an unforgettable season for my family. After learning from the challenges of past summers, particularly the tough summer the year before, I discovered the keys to creating an intentional, structured, and supported summer experience. Whether you have kids at home or not, you'll find these tips on setting clear goals, building flexible routines, and prioritizing self-care helpful for transforming your summer. Plus, get details on my upcoming workshop designed to help you craft your best summer ever. Tune in and start making your summer dreams a reality! Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest of steps has helped to keep me afloat and feeling like myself. As always, I encourage you to get messy, too!  Reference my DSL: http://aboutprogress.com/monicadsl2025 Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like we're all walking around with unspoken truths weighing us down, especially in our closest relationships? In this episode with Justin Jones-Fosu we unpack the tricky ways we avoid hard conversations, often thinking we're preserving harmony, but ultimately creating deeper divides and a sense of isolation. Justin's openness about his own journey really sets the stage for a truly vulnerable exploration of connection and disconnection.This conversation isn't about offering easy answers; it's about acknowledging the complexities of being human and relating to one another authentically. If you're craving a deeper understanding of why genuine connection can feel so challenging and how we might begin to bridge those gaps, then join us. This is an episode that will resonate long after you've finished listening.Related episodes: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/keys-to-overcoming-conflict-and-healing-connection-for-couples; https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-to-navigate-hard-and-sometimes-political-conversations-with-people-you-dont-agree-with-with-julie-rose Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode from the Wise Women Series, I interview Dr. Gertrude Lyons, an educator and podcast host focused on challenging traditional beliefs about motherhood and empowering women to redefine their journey as mothers. Practical advice in this conversation includes making a "do something list" to prioritize self-care and fulfillment, and the importance of celebrating small daily parenting successes to combat cultural pressures of perfection. Dr. Lyons also emphasizes that self-care and personal growth not only benefit mothers but also positively impact their children. Together, we explore the concept of redefining motherhood, embracing a personalized and fulfilling approach, and discuss insights from Dr. Lyons on her views and work in the field.Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm sharing an enlightening coaching session with Ashley, who reached out to tackle the difficult morning transition time between resting and responding to her children's needs. We delve deep into why this transition feels so difficult, exploring how a lack of fulfillment and personal energy impacts our ability to show up for responsibilities. I guide Ashley in understanding how to create a 'Do Something List' to find fulfillment and how this practical step can positively affect those challenging transition periods. Listen till the end to hear an update on Ashley's progress and how small intentional changes made a big difference in her life.Related episodes: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-everything-changed-when-i-learned-to-accept-my-limitsSign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Dream workshop Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My friend Rachel Nielsen and I recently decided to dedicate a weekend solely to checking off those lingering to-dos that pile up in our everyday lives. It wasn't about professional work but clearing out those constant mental load tasks, from family scheduling to household chores. In this episodes I'm sharing the logistics and what I learned, while encouraging you to consider a non-work work weekend—whether alone or with friends—to tackle these tasks and make your daily life smoother.Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever felt like your personal growth is at odds with your role within your relationship? In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife to explore this challenging dynamic. We delve into the intricacies of how traditional roles and covert expectations can hinder personal development, especially for women. Dr. Finlayson-Fife shares valuable insights on how to become a change maker in your relationship, emphasizing the importance of honest communication and mutual growth. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone striving for a more balanced and fulfilling partnership.Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices