When life feels overwhelming or you know you’re headed into a hard season the last thing on your mind might be a quarterly review. But I’ve found it’s exactly when I need it most.
In this week’s episode of the Thriving in Motherhood Podcast, I’m walking you through how I do a quarterly review when I’m in survival mode—like right now, at the end of my pregnancy, heading into the newborn phase.
Spoiler: This is not your typical “set big goals, hustle hard” kind of conversation.
Instead, I’m sharing:
- How I reflect on what actually happened (even when the days blur together)
- How gratitude, small wins, and honest questions help me shift my mindset
- What it looks like to plan a quarter focused on surrender, presence, and creating simple joy
- Why your circumstances don’t have to define the memories you create
If you’re in a season where energy is low, the future feels uncertain, or you’re holding a lot—this episode is for you.
Whether you’re using the Thriving in Motherhood Planner or just grabbing a notebook, these simple prompts can help you anchor yourself and your family—even when life feels messy.
Subscribe (and rate and review – thank you!): Google Play | iTunes | Stitcher
![How to Use Your Planner in Different Seasons of Motherhood [Episode 250]](https://thrivinginmotherhoodpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/episode-artwork-4-819x1024.webp "How to Use Your Planner in Different Seasons of Motherhood [Episode 250]")
![Enjoying the Present Moment with Meri Schuhmacher-Jackson [Episode 13]](https://thrivinginmotherhoodpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/episodeartwork_1_13.jpg "Enjoying the Present Moment with Meri Schuhmacher-Jackson [Episode 13]")
![How to Support our Children’s Education with Teru Clavel [Episode 91]](https://thrivinginmotherhoodpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/episodeartwork_1_91-1024x1024.jpg "How to Support our Children's Education with Teru Clavel [Episode 91]")