PLAN GOAL PLAN | Goals, Transformation for Women, Mindful Time Management, Balance, Working Moms

Danielle McGeough, PhD | Burnout Recovery Strategist

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You know that feeling—when life looks full of achievement, but something inside still feels... off-script?

Welcome to the Plan Goal Plan Podcast, where we turn planning and goal setting into a ritual of self-revelation and intentional living.

I’m Danielle McGeough—professor, mom, recovering overachiever, and ritual nerd. After years of chasing big goals and crossing off endless to-do lists, I hit a milestone—and felt completely unmoored. That’s when I stopped planning to prove myself, and started planning to be myself.

Each episode offers tools, insights, and rituals to help you:

Set meaningful goals that reflect who you truly are

Create intentional routines that support joy and purpose

Turn everyday planning into a powerful personal growth practice

Feel focused and fulfilled—without the burnout

Whether you’re leading a team, managing a household, or navigating change, this podcast will help you reclaim your time, reimagine your goals, and build a life that feels lived-in—not just productive.

Let’s plan a life that feels like yours—on purpose, with heart, and one gentle step at a time.

Learn more: https://www.plangoalplan.com/
Email: support@plangoalplan.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-b673334

Episodes

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Apr 6, 2023 • 29min

Simplify Your Space, Simplify Your Mind: Clearing the Clutter with Emily McDermott from Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Ep. 25

Have you ever wondered if there is a connection between clutter, anxiety, and stress? In this episode, special guest Emily McDermott from the podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, explains the science behind this connection. She explains why decluttering and simplifying your space helps to clear you mind. She offer tips on how to gently and thoughtfully declutter your home and shares some powerful stories along the way. Listen in! Let go of stuff and let go of anxiety and stress. Connect with Danielle: Download these FREE checklists! FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram Connect with Emily: Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moms-overcoming-overwhelm-decluttering-decluttering/id1645070363 Simple by Emmy: http://www.simplebyemmy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebyemmy/ Facebook Group - Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms: tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm Contact E-mail: info@simplebyemmy.com Freebie: 5 Mindset Shifts To Help you Let Go of Clutter: https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Emily's article about how clutter affects our well-being: http://simplebyemmy.com/wellbeing

Apr 4, 2023 • 12min

Do You Need to Get Still and Reflect?: 3 Things I’ve Learned From My Word of the Year | Ep. 24

In this episode, Danielle revisits her Word of the Year. A word of the year is a single word you choose to help guide you throughout the year. It captures your priorities and values. This year, Danielle resisted her Word of the Year, but it kept tugging on her. In this episode of Plan Goal Plan, Danielle updates you on 3 things she's learned from her Word of the Year in the first quarter of 2023. She discusses the relationship between building, consistency, repetition, and other-oriented work. Danielle encourages you to consider what you’ve learned from your word of the year and urges you to recommit to putting your word into practice so that you can have direction, focus, and clarity. Download these FREE checklists! FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram

Mar 30, 2023 • 16min

Is it Time for a Refresh?: How Quarterly Reviews Can Recharge and Reenergize You | Ep. 23

Are you tired of setting goals at the beginning of the year and then forgetting about them by March? Are your goals needing a little refresh? This episode is all about Quarterly Reviews– done with delight! Join Danielle as she explores the benefits of Quarterly Reviews, which can provide inspiration, guidance, and support for regrouping, reenergizing, and reorganizing your life. These actionable tips will help you tackle your goals with renewed enthusiasm. Ditch the pressure-filled approaches to Quarterly Reviews and get back on track. You got this! And I’m so excited for you. Download these FREE checklists! FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram

Mar 28, 2023 • 19min

The Surprising Lessons Home Organization Taught Me About Effective Planning | Ep. 22

Imagine coming home to a clean house. There aren’t fifteen pairs of shoes next to the door. As you walk into the kitchen, the counters are clear and wiped down. You peek into the living room. The blankets are all folded. You didn’t step on a single toy. Bliss. In this episode, Danielle discusses how home organization has always been harder for her than organizing work tasks or time. Did you know that the principles of home organization can also be applied to effective planning? After working hard to teach herself about home organization, Danielle got so excited when she could make connections between the principles of home organization and the principles of planning. In this episode, Danielle shares 3 lessons home organization taught her about effective planning: decluttter first, zones, and the container concept. Need help with your spring cleaning? Download these FREE checklists! FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram

Mar 23, 2023 • 45min

The Science of Self-Control: Insights from The Willpower Instinct with Dr. Ryan McGeough | Ep. 21

Do you struggle to stay focused on your goals? Do you find yourself giving in to temptation, even when you know it's not good for you? If so, you're not alone. The good news is that there is a way to overcome these challenges, and it all comes down to one thing: willpower. In this episode of Plan Goal Plan, Dr. Ryan McGeough discusses Kelly McGonigal’s book: The Willpower Instinct: How Self-Control Works, Why It Matters, and What You can Do to Get More of It. We'll explore willpower as a mind-body response, how stress impacts willpower, and some practical tips and strategies to help you strengthen your willpower and achieve your goals. Whether you're a hardworking woman looking to try easier, or overachieving momma who wants to live a more fulfilling, joyful life, this episode is for you. So, get ready to harness the power of willpower and start living lightly! FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram Buy the book: http://kellymcgonigal.com/books

Mar 21, 2023 • 17min

Is Your Schedule Packed? 5 Tips for Finding Balance During Busy Seasons | Ep. 20

In today's fast-paced world, finding balance can seem like an elusive goal. From juggling work and family commitments to pursuing personal goals, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the demands of our busy lives. But is it possible to find balance during even the busiest times? In this episode, Danielle explores practical strategies for creating space in your life, even when your schedule feels jam-packed. Join her as she uncovers the keys to managing your time, energy, and priorities in a way that allows you to thrive, no matter how busy life gets. FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram

Mar 16, 2023 • 22min

Growing Together: Trauma, Purpose, and the To-Done List with Mental Health Counselor Dr. Darcie Davis-Gage | Ep. 19

Friends that goal together, grow together! In this episode, Danielle's friend who is a brilliant mental health counselor, Dr. Darcie Davis-Gage, talks about the connection between trauma, and purpose, as well as how goals grow friendships. Learn from a mental health counselor who does it all--from expressive arts therapy to work with first responders. You aren’t going to want to miss this one! -What is the connection between trauma and purpose? -What is purpose and why does it matter? -What are two activities to find purpose and direction? -How have you seen goal setting growing your friendships? -What is a "to-done list"? Connect with Darcie! Facebook: The Tenacity Institute | Facebook Website: Darcie Davis-Gage - Counseling (clientsecure.me) Email: thetenacityinstitute@gmail.com Phone 319-463-3860 Connect with Danielle: FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram

Mar 14, 2023 • 22min

How Self-Awareness and Planning Are Connected: Learn to Meet Yourself Where You Are At | Ep. 18

Are you feeling stuck in your personal or professional life, unsure of how to move forward? Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly achieve their goals while you struggle to make progress? In this episode, Danielle explores the crucial link between self-awareness and planning. She explains how a planning routine will help increase your self-awareness by providing you with a structure for self-reflection and self-monitoring. Plus, planning helps you zero in on your priorities, values, and purpose. Whether you're starting a business, pursuing a passion project, or simply seeking to improve your personal life, this episode will provide you with practical tips for building a planning routine that promotes self-awareness and leads to your definition of success. FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram

Mar 9, 2023 • 25min

No Planner? No problem!: No Planner Planning and Room Resets with Julie Redmond from Mom Made Plans | Ep. 17

I made a friend with Julie Redmond from the podcast Mom Made Plans. She shares her mom secrets with me! I learn about her no planner planning method, something she calls, "the room reset" that gets the entire family involved in keeping the house clean, and then she shares her super simple, super smart home organization hack. It’s going to surprise you! Start finding your way to an intentional life through her podcast Mom Made Plans and with her productivity printables on Etsy at Paper Made Plans. Freebie: 5 ways to be more productive as a mom! https://tinyurl.com/5waystobeproductive Podcast > https://tinyurl.com/mommadeplans Website > www.mommadeplans.com Instagram > https://www.instagram.com/mommadeplans/ Email > julie@papermadeplans.com Productivity Printables > www.etsy.com/shop/papermadeplans Connect more with Danielle: FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram

Mar 7, 2023 • 16min

Dare to Do: How to Execute Your Plans With Courage and Confidence | Ep. 16

Are you good at planning but less good at actually doing what you planned? Do you get frustrated with yourself for not doing the thing? Are you taking care of everyone else and when you finally get around to your own things, you are depleted? In today’s episode, I’m going to give you some tools to help you actually do what you planned. And then, I’m going to pump you up, cheer you on, and dare you to do! You got this! FREE Planning Starter Pack Shop: plangoalplan.etsy.com Connect: Follow Plan Goal Plan on Instagram

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