If the mental load of motherhood keeps breaking your resolutions, it’s not a discipline problem — it’s a capacity problem. In this episode, you’ll learn why willpower-based goals don’t work for mom entrepreneurs and how a weekly planning system creates the stability your real life actually needs.

We’ll break down the 5-priority weekly framework, show how system stacking reduces mental switching, and talk about the tools and best apps for entrepreneurs that help lighten the load. If you’re tired of constant resets, this episode gives you a system that supports both your business and your motherhood season.

Check out the show notes and other resources at

https://mindsetcoachmd.com/mental-load-of-motherhood-e36

Connect with Dr. Celia:

Email: podcast@mindsetcoachmd.com

The Biz Mom Mental Load Planning App - Click here

Have a question or a topic you would love to hear on Biz Mom Life? Send me a text!

Disclaimer -

The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only. While Dr. Celia discusses health-related topics, this content is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric advice. Dr. Celia Varghese is a medical doctor, but she is not your doctor or psychiatrist. If you need medical or psychiatric care, please consult your own healthcare professional. Neither Dr. Celia nor Mindset Coach MD LLC is liable for any errors or omissions, or for any harm resulting from not seeking proper medical advice.

Disclosure - Please note that some of the links may be affiliate links. Sometimes I share products I genuinely like and may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you.

January goals can feel exciting at first—but for many mom entrepreneurs, the pressure, comparison, and constant opportunities create instant overwhelm. In this episode, we unpack why January FOMO hits so hard, how your seasonal capacity shapes what you can realistically take on, and why so many moms struggle to make aligned decisions this time of year.

You’ll learn a simple framework for evaluating new opportunities, setting boundaries, and saying no without guilt, plus how to filter your January goals through the lens of your actual season—not your ideal one. If you’re craving clarity, grounded choices, and tools that support your mental load, this episode will help you take aligned action (and we’ll share one of the best apps for entrepreneurs that helps keep your weekly bandwidth in check).

Check out the show notes and other resources at

https://mindsetcoachmd.com/january-goals-mom-entrepreneurs-E35

Connect with Dr. Celia:

Email: podcast@mindsetcoachmd.com

The Biz Mom Mental Load Planning App - Click here

Have a question or a topic you would love to hear on Biz Mom Life? Send me a text!

Disclaimer -

The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only. While Dr. Celia discusses health-related topics, this content is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric advice. Dr. Celia Varghese is a medical doctor, but she is not your doctor or psychiatrist. If you need medical or psychiatric care, please consult your own healthcare professional. Neither Dr. Celia nor Mindset Coach MD LLC is liable for any errors or omissions, or for any harm resulting from not seeking proper medical advice.

Disclosure - Please note that some of the links may be affiliate links. Sometimes I share products I genuinely like and may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you.

January hits and suddenly you’re saying yes to every idea, opportunity, and project—only to find yourself overwhelmed by week two. In this episode, we break down the fresh start effect, why mom entrepreneurs routinely overestimate their January capacity, and how the mental load sabotages even the best New Year intentions.

You’ll learn psychology-backed strategies to pace your energy, avoid early-year burnout, and build sustainable momentum in your business—without sacrificing your sanity. If you’ve ever felt the crash after that big New Year surge, this episode will teach you how to use January motivation in a way that supports your real life, real energy, and real mom schedule.

Check out the show notes and other resources at

https://mindsetcoachmd.com/january-motivation-mom-entrepreneurs-burnout-e34

Connect with Dr. Celia:

Email: podcast@mindsetcoachmd.com

The Biz Mom Mental Load Planning App - Click here

Have a question or a topic you would love to hear on Biz Mom Life? Send me a text!

Disclaimer -

The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only. While Dr. Celia discusses health-related topics, this content is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric advice. Dr. Celia Varghese is a medical doctor, but she is not your doctor or psychiatrist. If you need medical or psychiatric care, please consult your own healthcare professional. Neither Dr. Celia nor Mindset Coach MD LLC is liable for any errors or omissions, or for any harm resulting from not seeking proper medical advice.

Disclosure - Please note that some of the links may be affiliate links. Sometimes I share products I genuinely like and may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you.