The Momentum Podcast

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, "This isn’t what I wanted"?
Maybe you're living in a different place than you imagined, doing work you never planned on doing, navigating challenges you never saw coming, or grieving a version of life you thought you'd have by now.
In this episode, we explore why that thought—"my life wasn't supposed to look like this"—can create so much unnecessary suffering and keep us disconnected from the life that's actually happening right in front of us.
You'll learn:
Why "my life doesn't look like I expected" is a thought, not a fact• How resisting reality keeps us stuck and drains our energy• The difference between honoring grief and living there• Why acceptance creates more freedom than resentment ever will• How our thoughts shape our emotions, actions, and results• What it means to trust God's timing when life isn't unfolding according to your plan• How to find a better-feeling thought that helps you move forward
This episode is an invitation to stop arguing with reality, release the pressure of how life "should" look, and begin creating from where you are right now.
Because maybe your life isn't off track.
Maybe it's unfolding exactly as it needs to.
 
Resources:
• The episode that explains how to process emotions: Are You Addicted to Stress Hormones? • Click here to schedule your free routine strategy call. There's only a few slots available per week so grab yours now if this is something you are interested in! 
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Have you ever found yourself in an argument, frustrated with your spouse, your kids, or even yourself, convinced that you're right and they’re wrong?
In this episode, we explore a powerful question inspired by the teachings of A Course in Miracles:
Do you want to be right, or do you want to be happy?
I share what I've been learning through my recent study of A Course in Miracles, a spiritual self-study program focused on moving from fear to love, blame to responsibility, and conflict to peace.
Together, we'll explore:
• Why our need to be right often creates unnecessary suffering• How our thoughts—not other people—create our emotional experience• The difference between judgment and understanding• Why letting go of control can create more peace in your relationships• Real-life examples from parenting and everyday mom life
If you've ever felt stuck in conflict, frustrated by someone else's behavior, or exhausted from trying to control things you can't control, this episode will offer a new perspective and a practical question you can carry with you into your everyday life.
Because sometimes the path to more peace isn't proving your point—it's letting go of the need to.
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In this episode of The Mom-entum Podcast, we’re talking about the difference between blame and responsibility — and how learning to take ownership of our thoughts, reactions, and perceptions can completely change the way we experience our lives.
Inspired by the teachings of A Course in Miracles, I share how we often give away our power by believing other people are responsible for our emotions, and how shifting out of a victim mindset can create more peace, clarity, emotional regulation, and personal freedom.
Inside this episode, we talk about:✨ why other people don’t actually “make” us feel anything✨ the difference between blame and true responsibility✨ how defensiveness keeps us stuck in conflict✨ changing your perception in difficult moments✨ parenting triggers, emotional reactions, and self-awareness✨ practical examples from everyday mom life
 
This episode is not about blaming yourself for everything that happens in life. It’s about recognizing where your power actually is.
Because responsibility doesn’t create shame —it creates freedom and it creates peace.
If you’ve been feeling emotionally reactive, stuck in frustration, or overwhelmed by other people’s behavior, this conversation will help you start seeing things differently in a way that feels empowering instead of heavy.

In this special Mother’s Day episode of The Mom-entum Podcast, I share a heartfelt letter to moms everywhere.
If you’ve ever felt exhausted, unseen, stretched thin, or wondered if you’re doing enough… this episode is for you.
Motherhood can feel like a thankless job sometimes. This is your permission to pause and give yourself grace, love, and gratitude for all that you do, for showing up even when it's hard. Listen to this short episode and feel the love and appreciation from my heart to yours.
And if you’re craving more peace, structure, and support in your days, I’d love to invite you to my FREE live workshop:
✨ Create Routines That Actually Work in Real Mom Life📅 Wednesday, May 20th at 11 AM CST
You’ll walk away with:
A clearer vision for your days
Simple routines that actually fit real mom life
A plan you can start using immediately to feel calmer, more organized, and less overwhelmed
You can save your spot here:tanyavalentinecoaching.com/routines

In this episode, I’m sharing a mindset shift from the book Ask and It Is Given that has completely changed the way I see my life, my thoughts, and the experiences I create.
 
As moms, it’s so easy to get stuck focusing on what’s going wrong, what’s stressful, or what isn’t working. But what if the way we’re viewing our lives is actually shaping our experience more than we realize?
 
We’re talking about:
 
how your thoughts shape your feelings, actions, and results
the beliefs quietly running your life
why so many moms feel stuck, overwhelmed, and burned out
how to stop living on autopilot
the power of perspective and intentional focus
and how to start creating more peace, joy, and alignment in your everyday life
This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and start asking:
“What am I focusing on… and what is that creating in my life?”
 
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or like life is just happening to you, this conversation will encourage you to see things through a different lens.
 
✨ PLUS — I’m inviting you to my FREE live workshop:
Create Routines That Actually Work in Real Mom Life
📅 May 20th at 11am CST
 
Register here:
tanyavalentinecoaching.com/routines

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’ll start fresh on Monday”… only to find yourself right back where you started—this episode is for you.
In this final episode of the routines series, I’m speaking directly to the mom who feels overwhelmed, inconsistent, and stuck in the cycle of starting over.
Because it’s not that you can’t follow through.It’s that you’ve never been shown how to create routines that actually work in real mom life.
Inside this episode, we talk about:
Why you keep starting over (and what’s really going on beneath that)
The 3 biggest fears that hold you back from change
The difference between “trying harder” and having a system that supports you
Why consistency isn’t about willpower—it’s about structure
✨ If this series has resonated with you, this is your next step:
I’m hosting a free live workshop where I’ll help you create simple, realistic routines you’ll actually stick with.
🗓️ Wednesday, May 20 at 11 AM CST🎧 Live + replay available
You’ll walk away with:
A clear vision for your days
Awareness of what’s not working (and why)
A simple plan you can start using immediately
👉 Save your spot: tanyavalentinecoaching.com/routines
You don’t need more discipline.You need a better way to move through your day.
Let this be the moment things start to feel different. 💛

What if the reason you feel overwhelmed… isn’t because you’re doing too much—
But because you don’t have anything holding your day together?
In this episode, I’m breaking down what actually changes when you create simple rhythms in your life.
Less chaos.Less mental load.More calm.More follow-through.
And the part most people miss:
It’s not about finding the “perfect” routine…It’s about becoming the kind of person who sticks to one.
If you’re tired of feeling behind and starting over, this episode is for you.
Uplevel your morning with my free morning routine guide.  You can get it on the show notes page here.

If you’ve ever felt like your days are chaotic, scattered, and like you’re constantly playing catch-up… this episode is for you.
 
In this episode, I’m sharing 6 simple steps to creating routines that actually work — not perfect, rigid routines, but realistic ones that help your days feel smoother, calmer, and more manageable.
 
Because let’s be honest… as moms, there’s a lot to juggle. And while routines won’t solve everything, they can help reduce overwhelm, decision fatigue, and that constant feeling of scrambling from one thing to the next.
 
Inside this episode, we’re talking about:
•why routines matter so much in motherhood
•how to make them easier to stick to
•the importance of starting small
•how to plan for obstacles before they throw you off
•and simple examples of routines you can start using right away
 
If you’ve been craving more structure, peace, and consistency in your days, this episode will help you get started in a way that actually feels doable.
 
✨ Grab my free Habit Tracker here! 

How to Solve Any Problem: The Simple Tool That Changes Everything
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what to do next—this episode is for you.
In this re-aired episode, I’m walking you through one of the most powerful tools I use in my own life and with my clients: The Model, a simple self-coaching framework I learned from Brooke Castillo.
This tool will help you:
Understand why you feel the way you do
Stop reacting and start responding with intention
Break patterns that keep you stuck
Solve problems in your relationships, habits, and daily life
Whether you’re navigating a hard conversation, struggling with motivation, feeling disconnected, or just want to show up as a calmer, more present mom—this exercise gives you a step-by-step way to create real change.
You’ll learn how your thoughts shape your feelings, your actions, and ultimately your results—and how to shift them on purpose.
This isn’t about being perfect.It’s about becoming aware, taking ownership, and creating the kind of life you actually want to live.
✨ If you give yourself just 5 minutes to practice this, it can completely change how you move through your day.
If you want support actually applying this in your life, I invite you to book a free 30-minute call with me.
This is a no-pressure, no-obligation conversation where we’ll walk through what’s going on for you and I’ll help you start using this tool in a way that actually clicks.
You’ll leave with more clarity, a calmer mind, and a clear next step forward.  I only have a limited amount of spots for this each week so if this sounds like something you need save your spot here!

Feeling overwhelmed, scattered, and like there’s never enough time in your day?
In this episode, I’m challenging that belief—and offering a simple, practical shift that can change everything.
Because the truth is… you don’t need more time.You need better anchors.
Instead of trying to do more, I’m going to show you how to create simple, supportive touchpoints in your day that help everything flow with less stress and more intention.
Inside this episode, we talk about:
Why your days feel so reactive (and how to change that)
The concept of “anchor routines” and how they create structure without overwhelm
The 3 resets that will transform your days:→ Morning Reset→ Evening Reset→ Weekly Reset
How I save hours each week using simple systems 
Why just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should—and how to start using your time, energy, and money more intentionally
This isn’t about creating a perfect routine.It’s about building simple anchors that support you in real life—so you can feel less behind, more in control, and actually enjoy your days again.
For resources mentioned in today's show, or if you'd prefer a written version, head over to the show notes page here.
🔥 Today is the last day to apply.
If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed and constantly behind, this is your chance to change that.
I’m opening a small beta group for The Momentum Method—where I’ll help you build simple routines, stay consistent, and finally feel calm and in control of your days.
Spots are limited. Apply now:👉 https://bit.ly/momentum-beta