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

You know how to set big goals, but fitting them into your weekly schedule? That’s where things fall apart. You start with the best intentions, but by Friday, your calendar is packed with meetings and obligations—none of which moved you closer to what actually matters. I’ve been there, and that’s why I created my Reflect, Review, React framework. In this episode, I’ll walk you through this simple method to help you plan with intention—so your schedule reflects your values and feels good in the process. I’ll share how shifting my own approach to goal setting helped me prioritize what truly matters, and I’ll give you practical steps to build flexibility into your week without losing momentum. Plus, I’ve got a free Bold and Balanced mini-course to help you delete, delegate, and automate with ease. Take five minutes to try this framework, and start planning a week that works for you—not against you.   Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  FREE: Bold & Balanced: Mastering the Art of Saying No Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com

What if true rest wasn’t just about taking breaks, but completely reshaping how we approach work and life? In this episode, Danielle sits down with Maegan Megginson, a Business Mentor, Licensed Therapist, and host of Deeply Rested. Maegan helps entrepreneurs recover from burnout by creating more sustainable and energizing ways to work—blending her experience as a healer and seven-figure business owner to redefine what true wealth and success look like. She shares her personal journey of burnout recovery, the mental scripts that keep us overworked, and why stepping away—through deep rest or even a sabbatical—might be the key to real transformation. They also dive into the societal pressures that make rest feel impossible and explore practical steps for reclaiming your energy without guilt. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, this conversation will shift your perspective. Listen in and explore how rest isn’t just a luxury—it’s a revolution. 🌿✨ Connect with Maegan: Website: deeplyrested.com Newsletter: deeplyrested.com/newsletter Podcast (Deeply Rested): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deeply-rested/id1766358815 Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  FREE: Bold & Balanced: Mastering the Art of Saying No Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com

What if balance wasn’t about cramming everything into a single day, but shaping your week with intention? And what if the real secret wasn’t adding more, but doing less? 🤯 In this episode, we’re rethinking work-life balance by focusing on well-being over perfection. I’ll walk you through the Ideal(ish) Week Activity—a simple way to align your goals with your schedule—while showing you how to identify what truly matters and let go of the rest. If you’re feeling stretched too thin, this episode will help you design a week that works for you, not against you.  Let’s dive in and make life a little easier. 🎧 Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  FREE: Bold & Balanced: Mastering the Art of Saying No Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com

Could your home be silently holding you back from your goals? 🏡✨ We often think of productivity in terms of time management and habits, but what if your space is actually working against you? Today, I’m joined by Mia Danielle—YouTuber, author of Downsizing, and host of Mind Your Home Podcast—to explore how your environment shapes your ability to follow through on your goals without you even realizing it. We’re talking about why clutter and friction make it harder to stay consistent, how traditional productivity advice completely overlooks the role of physical space, and what it really takes to design an environment that makes your goals easier to achieve. Because if your home is adding stress instead of support, no amount of planning or habit-tracking is going to fix it. If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly fighting an uphill battle to stay organized, motivated, or consistent, this episode is for you. Connect with Mia: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@miadanielle Summit: https://www.miadanielle.com/simple-home-reimagined-summit Website: https://www.miadanielle.com Podcast: The Mind Your Home Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsmiadanielle Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  FREE: Bold & Balanced: Mastering the Art of Saying No Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com

What if work-life balance isn’t fixing burnout—but causing it? We’ve been taught to manage every part of our lives like a well-oiled machine, but what if that constant balancing act is what’s leaving us exhausted? In this episode, we’re breaking down why burnout isn’t just something that happens to us—it’s baked into how we think about productivity, success, and even self-care. I’ll share why tracking every life domain might be making you more overwhelmed, how performing work and rest is keeping us stuck, and why the real key to balance isn’t adding more—it’s subtracting. If you’ve ever felt like you’re working harder just to relax, this one’s for you. Let’s redefine balance in a way that actually works. Check out Bold and Balanced, my free course on the art of saying no—because real balance starts with letting go.  Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  FREE: Bold & Balanced: Mastering the Art of Saying No Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com

Refinement isn’t about doing more—it’s about trusting what’s already working. In this episode, I’m sharing how my word of the year, refine, is transforming my goals, workspace, and habits in ways I didn’t expect. From resisting the urge to start over to making small tweaks that create big results, we’re diving into why subtle shifts matter. I’ll share how refining my home office (without spending a dime!) made a huge impact, why "procrastinate learning" was holding me back, and how revisiting forgotten habits is bringing me more clarity and momentum. If you’re craving progress without the overwhelm, this episode is for you. Listen in, and if you haven’t set a word of the year yet, this might just convince you to pick one. 💡 Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  FREE: Bold & Balanced: Mastering the Art of Saying No Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com

Ever feel like productivity is just… not productive? 🤯 You set ambitious goals, make detailed plans, and yet somehow end up doom-scrolling or reorganizing your bookshelf instead? You’re not failing—your brain is just doing exactly what it’s been trained to do. Productivity isn’t just about time management—it’s a cultural performance. In this episode, we’re breaking down five key insights from communication, anthropology, and performance studies to help you rethink success and make this your most aligned year yet. I’m sharing why your habits aren’t sticking, how your environment shapes your motivation, and what actually makes goals feel achievable (hint: it’s not just discipline). Try one shift this week and see how it changes the way you work. You might be closer to your ideal routine than you think. 🚀 Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  FREE: Bold & Balanced: Mastering the Art of Saying No Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com

Ever find yourself avoiding a simple task—like answering an email—but somehow deep-cleaning your entire kitchen instead? 🫠 You’re not lazy, and you’re definitely not alone. Task resistance isn’t about a lack of willpower—it’s about managing emotions. I’ve been there, my clients have been there, and in this episode, we’re tackling it head-on. I’m sharing four simple, science-backed strategies to push past procrastination, get unstuck, and even make dreaded tasks feel easier. Try one this week and see what happens. Every time you overcome resistance, you're building a stronger, more resilient version of yourself. Let’s do this! 🚀 Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  Join Plan Goal Plan Your Year! Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com

We made it through January, and wow—what a ride! 🎢 Whether the new year started strong for you or felt like a chaotic blur, February is the perfect chance for a fresh start. Maybe you got hit with unexpected setbacks—sickness, endless snow days, or just that weird January funk. Maybe your goals felt exciting on paper but haven’t quite taken off yet. I get it. That’s why in this episode, I’m sharing a 30-day roadmap to reset, refocus, and actually build momentum. We’re talking realistic goal-setting, self-compassion, and simple daily shifts that make success feel doable—not overwhelming. This month isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress. So if you’re ready to ditch the guilt, define success on your own terms, and move forward with clarity, this episode is for you. And hey—if this podcast has been helpful, I’d love a review! Every one helps more people find this space. Let’s make February the fresh start we need. 🚀💛 Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com

Wendi Bergin is a wife, mom to a lively crew of kids, and keeper of a small zoo of dogs, cats, and chickens. She is passionate about helping busy moms embrace preparedness with joy, faith, and a sense of humor. Through gardening, food preservation, and other practical skills, Wendi makes learning fun and approachable—hot-mess moments included. She inspires women to grow, learn, and find joy in being a little more prepared for life. This one’s for anyone looking to make some changes but feeling stuck. In this episode, I share how I shifted my mindset from passive rest to true restoration, and how small, intentional habits can make a big difference. I open up about my own struggles with negative habits and how taking a step back to really think about what’s serving me has been life-changing. We talk about everything from reframing mundane tasks like doing dishes to building new routines that actually energize me. It’s not about perfection, it’s about progress. And trust me, I get it—change is hard! But with a little self-compassion and patience, we can make it happen. I hope this episode gives you the boost you need to keep going and start creating a life that feels more fulfilling. We’re all in this together. Connect with Wendi: Facebook Group: www.joyfulprepgroup.com Email: wendi@joyfulprep.com Website: www.joyfullyprepared.com Instagram: @joyfulprepper Connect with Danielle: Email: danielle@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com Shop: Get your Sense The Possibilities Planner & Journal (It's so pretty! Use code Friend20).  Join Plan Goal Plan Your Year!