The Notebook That Helped Me Survive Overwhelm — A Simple System for Peaceful Days (Summer Throwback) // 312
- Author
- Katie Keene
- Published
- Wed 23 Jul 2025
- Episode Link
- https://family-success-secrets.simplecast.com/episodes/the-notebook-that-helped-me-survive-overwhelm-a-simple-system-for-peaceful-days-summer-throwback-312-i_THsmwL
If you’ve ever felt completely overwhelmed by motherhood—juggling appointments, trying to homeschool, and holding everything together without help—this episode is for you. In this Summer Throwback, I’m sharing the simple, grace-filled system I created during a season of solo parenting and total exhaustion.
When my husband was deployed and I was managing therapies, special diets, and daily life with little ones, I didn’t need a fancy planner—I needed a lifeline. So I made a three-ring notebook with basic daily checklists, snack ideas, therapy notes, and even encouraging Scripture. It wasn’t perfect, but it became my sanity-saver.
You’ll also hear how this tool brought calm to our home and made space for connection, rest, and joy—things I never thought possible in that season. Whether you’re drowning in to-dos, managing special needs, or just craving a little more peace, this episode offers practical encouragement to help you simplify and breathe again.
📖 “The wise woman builds her house…” (Proverbs 14:1)
Let’s build homes of peace—even in imperfect seasons—with small tools that make a big difference.
With love and grace,
Katie
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