14: The Power of Starting Small

Ever feel like you have to do all the things to be a "good" mom? In this episode of The Motherhood Process, Autumn Akins shares a radically gentle approach to navigating motherhood: starting small. Whether you're rebuilding routines, trying to declutter your home, or easing into homeschool life, this episode is a powerful reminder that big change doesn’t require big steps. Autumn walks us through real examples of how choosing just one small thing at a time can create more peace, clarity, and sanity without the pressure of perfection.

Tune in to hear her honest reflections, time saving tips, and the mindset shifts that are helping her (and can help you) feel more grounded in a beautifully chaotic season.

What You’ll Hear:

• Why moms often aim too big and how it backfires
• The 15 minute cleaning hack that changed Autumn’s daily life
• Her thoughts on Instacart, overstimulation, and reclaiming time
• How letting go of guilt made room for more clarity
• A softer, simpler way to approach homeschool planning
• The mindset reframe that brought back a sense of peace in the morning

Key Takeaways:

• You don’t need an hour—just 15 minutes can make a big impact
• Done is better than perfect (especially in motherhood)
• Releasing unrealistic expectations creates space for peace
• Small steps help you build sustainable routines, not burnout
• Saying no to extras can be the most freeing form of self care
• You’re not falling behind, you're figuring out what matters most

Resources:

https://autumnakins.com/reclaim

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