Self-Care for Busy Moms
In episode 244 of the Gratitude Geek podcast, I sit down with Jill Wright, author, award-winning speaker, and host of the Grow Like a Mother podcast. We explore why self-care for busy moms isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. From managing postpartum depression to finding one hour a week just for yourself, Jill shares practical tools and mindset shifts that empower moms to prioritize their well-being without guilt. If you’re juggling motherhood, entrepreneurship, and everything in between, this episode is your reminder to slow down, get organized, and breathe.
Meet Jill Wright
Jill Wright is a professional speaker, certified coach, author of Happy Healthy Wealthy and Wise, and host of the Grow Like a Mother podcast. With a passion for helping moms embrace personal growth, Jill brings real-life experience and relatable wisdom to the table. She’s lived the chaos of motherhood and come out the other side with simple, effective tools that help women thrive. Her perspective on time management, habit formation, and self-care is both practical and compassionate—making her a valuable voice for moms navigating modern life.
What You’ll Learn
- Why weekly planning is more effective than daily to-do lists
- How to create a personalized “self-care menu”
- Tools for managing negative thoughts (hello, 5-second rule!)
- The connection between habit stacking and lasting change
- How Jill blends entrepreneurship with motherhood
- Mindset shifts that support long-term growth and self-belief
Episode Breakdown
00:00 – Jill’s journey into entrepreneurship and personal growth
05:00 – Redefining self-care and weekly time management for moms
10:00 – Staying organized with planners and simple systems
15:00 – Scheduling with flexibility: 3 priorities and cycle tracking
20:00 – Building a business while parenting and working from home
25:00 – Habit stacking, mindset shifts, and podcast naming
30:00 – Affirmations, hypnosis, and the power of support systems
35:00 – The 5-second rule and letting go of perfection
40:00 – Jill’s gratitude practice and the message behind her book
Connect with Jill Wright
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- Website: JillWright.ca
- Podcast: Grow Like a Mother
- Book: Happy Healthy Wealthy and Wise
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Jill’s approach to self-care is really a mindset practice in disguise. I’ve gathered her tips alongside 13 other experts in my roundup of 14 expert tips to master your mindset and grow your business.
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