Every January, working moms start the year with the best intentions — to feel better, have more energy, and finally get back into routines that make life feel manageable. But by mid-January, most of those habits quietly fall apart, leaving behind guilt, frustration, and the familiar feeling of “why can’t I stick to anything?”

In today’s episode, Kristen breaks down why this happens — and it has nothing to do with laziness or lack of discipline. She shares why traditional habit advice doesn’t work for real working-mom life, and how trying to change everything at once actually leads to burnout instead of progress.

This episode is for the mom who’s tired of starting over — and ready to build habits that actually last.

• Why most working moms quit habits by mid-January — and why it’s not a willpower problem
• The biggest mistake moms make when trying to “get back on track” after the holidays
• How to use micro habits to build momentum without burning out
• Real-life examples of habit stacking for health, home, marriage, work, and motherhood

“You're not quitting because you lack discipline or motivation."

"Most habits fail because they demand more energy than we actually have."

“If a habit only works when life is calm, it’s not a good habit.”

“You don’t build stability by changing your whole life — you build it by mastering one small thing.”

“Consistency, not perfection is what creates lasting change.”

“Habits should support your life, not compete with it.”

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Kristen Pomper is a corporate sales leader, performance coach, wife, and mom of two passionate about helping working moms thrive without guilt or burnout. After years of juggling career, family, and the invisible mental load, Kristen became committed to helping ambitious women build sustainable routines, set boundaries, and create lives they actually enjoy — without needing to hustle harder. Through her podcast and coaching, she teaches moms how to prioritize themselves, reclaim their energy, and grow with intention.