12: The Death of My Morning Routine

In this personal episode of the Motherhood Process, Autumn Akins discusses how the birth of her third child forced her to let go of her once-rigid morning routine. She shares the mental and emotional struggles of adapting to life with three young children, and the guilt she felt for not maintaining her former routine. Autumn emphasizes that the true value of her routine was never about productivity, but about fostering calm and reconnecting with her identity beyond motherhood. She outlines her simplified morning practice, which prioritizes a few small, intentional actions to set a peaceful tone for the day. This episode offers encouragement for mothers navigating demanding seasons, highlighting the importance of self-compassion and flexibility in creating routines that bring peace, not pressure.

What You’ll Hear:

• Autumn’s return to podcasting and the challenges of being a mother to three children under five.  
• The personal struggle of letting go of a tightly held morning routine.  
• Shifting from a checklist mentality to valuing routines for peace of mind and self-connection.  
• Practical elements of her current, simplified morning routine.  
• Encouragement for other moms to adapt routines with grace and focus on personal well-being.

Key Takeaways:

1. Motherhood with multiple young children presents significant physical and mental demands.  
2. Rigid routines may need to be adapted or released during demanding life seasons.  
3. The core purpose of a morning routine is often about personal well-being and identity, not just productivity.  
4. Self-compassion and flexibility are crucial for navigating changes in personal habits.  
5. Even small, intentional morning actions can significantly impact daily calm and self-connection.

Resources:

https://autumnakins.com/reclaim

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