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More Time for Mom

Dr. Amber Curtissolutionsforsimplicity.com

Are you a worn-out mom who used to be the star of the office, spend 45 minutes doing your hair and makeup, and take romantic getaways before you had kids…but now you’re constantly behind and out of PTO at work, there are three days’ worth of dishes piled in the sink, the kids scream when tablet time is over, and you’re so touched out by 8pm that you scroll Instagram instead of spending time with your husband?

 

Welcome to the club. If you’re paralyzed by what to do first whenever you miraculously find 15 free minutes and fall asleep in tears because you’ve always tried to do everything right but now it feels so wrong, you are NOT alone. I went crazy trying to “balance” it all and believing other experts who tell you to just wake up earlier or manage your time better. Turns out you’re not the problem; toxic productivity culture has led you to equate your self-worth with what you have to show for your time.

 

I’ve spent years applying my PhD research skills to find scientifically proven strategies for keeping up without burning out—then tailoring them for busy mamas whose hands, hearts, and schedules are fuller than they ever imagined. Now I’ve helped dozens of other women discover the hidden causes behind your stress so you can reclaim your time, restore your energy, rediscover your identity, and look back in 20 years with pride instead of regret. 

 

Join me, Dr. Amber Curtis—a behavioral science professor, life coach, public speaker, devoted wife, and mom of four—every Tuesday for real, raw stories and actionable advice on productivity, organization, time management, and that elusive thing we call work-life “balance” so you can be the happy, present wife and mom you dream of without sacrificing the talents you’re meant to share with the world.

 

Ready to make more time for YOU? Hit play and make sure to tune in for new episodes every Tuesday.


It's time to take back your life for who and what you love. You’ll soon realize “time” was never the problem after all.

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Episodes

The GREATEST Gift You Can Give Your Kids (It's So Not What You Think!)

Send us a text Every mom wants to give their kids the world: to spare them from hardship, set them up for success, & see them be happy. Yet that’s NOT what your kids need from you the most! The greatest gift a mom can give her kids isn’t stuff. It’s not even time & attention. What your kids need most is to see you take ownership of your OWN happiness! To model healthy emotional regulation & self-empowerment so they don’t fall victim to four harmful outcomes: parentification, insecure...

Jul 01, 202524 minEp. 17

6 Truths About Making Time for YOU

Send us a text As a busy mom, there’s so much you dream of doing for yourself and yet every time you think you’re finally going to get to it, something else gets in the way. In this episode, I share a recent struggle I had that exemplifies the challenge EVERY mom faces anytime you wants to steal away and do something for you. Through it all, there are six ultimate truths that you should expect to encounter so they don’t throw you off when (not if) they arise. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YO...

Jun 24, 202519 minEp. 16

Which Phase of Personal Development Are YOU In? The 3 Stages of Self-Growth

Send us a text How would you describe your current life: awful, okay, or amazing? In this episode, I break down the three distinct stages of personal growth ALL moms go through (what I call Triage, Transformation, and Triumph) so you can identify where you’re at in your own self-development journey and get the tools you need to advance to the next level, regardless of where you’re starting from. After six+ years of working with overwhelmed women (not to mention my own hard experience dealing wit...

Jun 19, 202531 minEp. 15

You’ve Been Planning All Wrong: The Importance of SEASONAL Living

Send us a text What if you’ve been planning your life all wrong? What if things didn’t have to feel so dang hard all the time? In this episode, you’ll learn all about the forgotten wisdom of seasonal living: that is, aligning your activities and expectations with what’s feasible for that specific time of YEAR. The hidden truth is that planning the same way all year long only sets you up for hardship because no two months are the same. After reviewing what past societies knew and honored yet our ...

Jun 10, 202517 minEp. 14

The WORST Thing You Can Say to a Stressed-Out Mom

Send us a text When you’re stressed and overwhelmed, people naturally offer well-intentioned advice but there’s one thing that inevitably just makes you feel WORSE. In this episode, we’re breaking down what that is, why it’s so triggering, and what a stressed out mom really needs in that moment instead. Whether you’re the stressed out mom in this scenario OR the one trying to offer “help”, you can’t afford to miss this deep-dive into how moms’ stress is rooted in a deep, even subconscious, belie...

Jun 03, 202525 minEp. 13

You've been Lied to: 3 Huge MYTHS about Time

Send us a text You juggle so much and work so hard…so why does it never feel like enough? Because you’ve been lied to. In this powerful episode, I share three big myths about time that you, like me, surely fell for. These harmful false beliefs are so common that you might not even realize how strongly they pervade your everyday actions—but they really set you up for misery, if not failure. Don’t worry: I break down what these three time management myths are, where they come from, and why they’re...

May 27, 202519 minEp. 12

The Mistake that Stole My Joy for YEARS

Send us a text No one prepares you for the brutal reality that after having kids, your time is no longer your own. And yet, you NEED time for you in order to catch your breath, recharge your batteries, and show back up as the best version of yourself for your loved ones. Neglecting yourself and your desires only sets everyone up for disaster. ( Ask me how I know!!! ) Putting yourself at the bottom of your to-do list isn't healthy or sustainable, and actually makes your family worse off in the lo...

May 23, 20254 min

3 Things You Need MORE Than Time to Be Productive

Send us a text The #1 thing busy moms think they need to be productive is more time, but that’s a lie. There are actually THREE crucial things you need way more. Without these three things, you’re unlikely to be truly productive—even if you had all the time in the world! In this episode, you’ll learn why and how prioritization, energy, and self-worth that’s unchanged no matter how much you do (or don’t do!) are at the heart of everything it takes to get things done and FEEL GOOD doing it. BY THE...

May 20, 202527 minEp. 11

Why Everything Always Feels SO Hard: 2 Culprits You Can't Ignore

Send us a text Does it feel like you can never do enough, let alone good enough? It’s NOT your fault. In this episode, you’ll learn what’s REALLY to blame: toxic productivity culture and being out of sync with your body’s four natural energy rhythms. No one tells you this stuff. But man, they should! To say it’s life-changing sounds like an exaggeration, but it’s not. It’s crazy how powerful it is to learn how your brain and body work...and then harness that knowledge to not only skyrocket your ...

May 13, 202536 minEp. 10

When Mother’s Day Makes It Worse

Send us a text Does Mother’s Day leave you feeling sad and disappointed? For so many women, Mother’s Day just brings up all kinds of hurt while adding pressure and setting expectations that often fall way short. In this episode, I dive into the many reasons why Mother’s Day can make moms feel worse and offer five tips to make it less hard. Must read: The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman! BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why Mother’s Day can be one of the hardest days of the ...

May 09, 202519 minEp. 9

The REAL Reason You're Not Productive (it's SO not what you think!)

Send us a text The reasons you think you’re unproductive are wrong. There’s something way deeper going on that most moms have never considered. As a busy mom, you’ve always got more to do than time to do it. And yet it’s incredibly hard to be productive when you’re naturally affected by everyone else’s emotional distress. I give a personal example of how discord at home could have spiraled into an unproductive day but what I did instead to break free of the mind drama and still get lots done. In...

May 06, 202519 minEp. 8

The Postpartum Disaster I Never Saw Coming

Send us a text You go into motherhood with so much excitement and joy, but the postpartum experience can quickly take you by surprise— especially because it’s so hard to prioritize your own needs and wellbeing after having a baby. In this vulnerable episode, I open up about my battle with postpartum depression and, much more importantly, the scientifically proven habits I’ve since learned are crucial for moms’ mental health. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: The recipe for disas...

May 02, 202528 minEp. 7

Is 'Martyr Mentality' Hurting YOUR Kids?

Send us a text There’s a brewing epidemic of martyr mentality among moms these days where well-intentioned mothers continually sacrifice their own needs and desires in the name of being a “good” mom, yet actually end up harming their family in the process. In this powerful episode, I unpack what martyr mentality is, how it can show up in moms’ daily lives, why it’s so problematic, where it comes from, and how to start being less of a martyr if this is you. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'L...

May 02, 202521 minEp. 6

Why Moms HAVE to Make Time for Themselves

Send us a text Does making time for yourself feel impossible or even selfish as a busy mom? While you've heard that "self-care isn't selfish," the reality is that most moms put themselves last, and the eye-opening statistics show that when you don't prioritize your own happiness, the entire family suffers. In this powerful episode, I share shocking research about what happens when moms neglect their own needs, and why making time for yourself isn't just important. It's essential for your childre...

May 02, 202512 minEp. 5

How to End Mom Guilt FOR GOOD

Send us a text Is mom guilt stealing your time, energy, and joy? You're not alone. 94% of moms report experiencing mom guilt, but most of the advice you've been given about overcoming it simply doesn't work. In this episode, I reveal where mom guilt really comes from, why traditional solutions fall short, and the ONE realization that finally helped me overcome it after years of struggle. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why mom guilt is actually a good thing (and what it reveal...

May 01, 202523 minEp. 4

5 Reasons Dreams Die

Send us a text Do you have a dream on your heart that feels further away than ever? You might be experiencing one of the common dream-destroyers that prevent busy moms from turning their goals into reality, even when they deeply desire to make them happen. In this candid episode, I share my personal journey of repeatedly postponing this very podcast and reveal the things causing our dreams as moms to die — PLUS how to overcome each one so you can finally make your dreams a reality! BY THE TIME Y...

May 01, 202528 minEp. 3

Are You Making This Big Mistake? Capability vs. Capacity

Send us a text Are you constantly beating yourself up for not being able to do as much as you believe you should? You might be confusing capability with capacity, and this common mistake is causing unnecessary stress, guilt, and even burnout for busy moms everywhere. In this eye-opening episode, I explain the crucial difference between what you're CAPABLE of doing versus what you have the CAPACITY to do right now, and why understanding this distinction is transformative for your mental health an...

May 01, 202519 minEp. 2

The Problem with To-Do Lists

Send us a text Does your to-do list make you feel more stressed instead of more organized? Many busy moms believe to-do lists are the solution to their overwhelm, but these lists often create hidden problems that actually increase your stress and decrease your productivity. In this episode, I share my signature framework to help you pinpoint your priorities and finally break free from the endless to-do list cycle preventing you from actually being productive. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YO...

May 01, 202515 minEp. 1

Introducing More Time for Mom with Dr. Amber Curtis

Send us a text This isn’t your typical productivity or parenting podcast. More Time for Mom is where worn-out moms learn what no one else is talking about: the real, root causes behind all the things that make mom life feel SO hard. In this trailer, you'll find out who this show is for, what you'll get out of it, and why I'm so passionate about helping you overcome the hidden sources of stress stealing your time & joy. Ready for more? Subscribe to make sure you don't miss a single episode! C...

Apr 16, 20255 min
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