Hi, I'm Brittany Ann! I help busy Christian moms find simple, practical ways to create a strong faith, close family, and a life they LOVE -- without all the guilt and overwhelm. Join us for practical tips, trustworthy biblical advice, helpful resources, and a lot of fun!
Already running on empty this summer?
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Something I've noticed: When I skip the basics, everything falls apart FAST. Getting enough sleep. Getting outside. Drinking enough water. Eating real, healthy, whole foods instead of snacking on the kids' leftover pizza. Moving my body. These things feel optional when life gets busy. They are not optional. They are what make everything else possible. For me, in this season, that means going to bed EARLY so I can wake up a couple hours before the rest of the family starts stirring. As an introvert with four kids home for the summer, that quiet time in the morning isn't luxury... it's survival. If I skip it, I am not a fun person to be around. (My family will confirm this.) Here's what I've learned: You can run yourself ragged doing genuinely good things (making memories with your kids, serving your family, staying on top of the house...) and still miss the point entirely if you're so depleted that you're snapping at everyone in the process. Being a good mom requires actually taking care of yourself. That's not selfish. That's just true. So today, here are a few past podcast episodes on rest, self-care, and filling your own cup, because you can't pour from an empty one. 👉 Tips, Tricks and Strategies for Busy Moms -- with Toni-Ann 👉 Mom Fog: 8 Steps to Overcoming Mom Fatigue Syndrome -- with Hannah Keeley 👉 How to Get More Rest -- with Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith 👉 Caring for Others without Neglecting Yourself -- with Sarah Forgrave 👉 Want to Be a More Patient, Peaceful Mom? Stop Trying So Hard -- with Ava Pennington You can also find all of our past episodes on Apple podcasts or Spotify, if you prefer. Give one a listen while you're folding laundry, going for a walk, or hiding in the bathroom for five minutes of peace. It may be just the thing you need to keep going today. --Brittany Ann Equipping Godly Women p.s. When you're running on empty, the most important thing you can do isn't take a nap -- it's spend time with Jesus. I know that sounds overly simple. But it's true. Time in God's Word is where I find the patience I don't naturally have, the perspective I desperately need, and the energy to keep showing up for my family. If you're struggling to make that happen consistently, if life keeps getting in the way, or you've tried and it just doesn't stick, my book Fall in Love with God's Word will help you figure out what actually works for YOU in your season. No guilt. No rigid plan. Just a practical, personalized approach that fits your real life. |
Brittany Ann | Equipping Godly Women
Hi, I'm Brittany Ann! I help busy Christian moms find simple, practical ways to create a strong faith, close family, and a life they LOVE -- without all the guilt and overwhelm. Join us for practical tips, trustworthy biblical advice, helpful resources, and a lot of fun!
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