You Are Worth The Work is a podcast that aims to inspire, motivate, and empower busy moms to put themselves first and realize they are worth the work it takes to be who they were created to be. We will talk all things life, fitness, kids, productivity... Basically, how to have your cake, eat it AND make another one so your people can eat too. Come for the inspiration, but walk away taking action! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kimberley-sanders/support
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"Two truths can exist at the same time" -Shelley Meche'tte Hey there, fellow busy moms! Ever felt like you're living in a world of contradictions? Well, you're gonna love this episode where we totally get into how 'Two truths can exist at the same time.' You can be in love with your family and desperately want a break! It's a real game-changer. She…
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"Life is gonna life forever." -Shelly Mache'tte Life hit me with a massive curveball recently – my youngest got hurt at basketball practice, and with my husband out of town, I had to tackle a crazy week of solo parenting. This type of chaos can really test your sanity, but let me tell you, with my calendar up to date I was able to lean on my villag…
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Special episode: Celebrating my three-year podcast journey, I'm talking directly to all the busy moms out there who feel overwhelmed and constantly on the go. If you've ever said you don't know how to rest, this one's for you. I break down seven different types of rest and share practical examples on how you can integrate them into your daily routi…
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"When you are doing your sports mom math, I want you to make sure that you include time for yourself. Make sure you include your buffer time, your time to decompress, your time to prepare, so that when you get into these spaces and in these situations, when you show up to where you're supposed to be, you are prepared." - Kim My boys insisted on mak…
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"I want you to know that we struggle some days. I want you to know that we triumph most days. I want you to know that we celebrate all the days because they'reall worthy to be celebrated, and you are worthy to be celebrated, and you are worth the work." I'm coming at you with some real talk about how tolevel up your daily grind with habit stacking.…
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"So another reason why we time block is so we have the dedicated time andmental space to focus on one task or one project at a time." - Kim Today I'm droppin' some knowledge on how to level up your time management game with some real talk about time blocking. I'm breaking it down for y'all on how to stay focused, avoid distractions, and get that wo…
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I'm bringing you some real talk about the importance of self-care and workout routines for us busy moms. It's so difficult to start a new habit. In this episode, I used the example of finding time to work out but apply it to any new habit you want to set. Grab your headphones and get ready to level up your fitness game with these key takeaways: Fig…
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Hey, y'all I'm diving into the chill vibes of July and how to embrace the slow season as a sports mom. Picture this: the sun is shining, the days are longer, and everything just feels more relaxed. I'm all about finding those moments ofstillness in the chaos of sports mom life. I'm sharing some practical tips on how to recharge and thrive during th…
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"Being able to block out distractions is so important because as women, as moms, we find it very hard to not put the 'fix it hat down'." - Kim Here are the 5 MORE tips successful people use to achieve work life balance. Your employer has built in breaks for you take them. You phone has features to help you stay focused use them. Use resources that …
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Here you go, all my knowledge on achieving that work-life balance we all crave. In my latest newsletter, I'm spilled the tea on how to stay motivated, prevent burnout, and find fulfillment in your hustle. I'm all about that self-care life, and I'm here to show you how to make it work for you. From daily to-do lists to setting long-term goals, I got…
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"The music is also playing, and there's at least one human or pet vying for your attention. I am you." -Kim I'm spilling the tea on how to deal with brain overload in today's crazy world. Trust me, I've been there - juggling kids, work, and all the noise around us can leave you feeling like a hot mess. But I got you covered with some real talk and …
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"Camp is a form of self care. It is a way for your children not just to be entertained, but if you find the right camp, they will learn something." - Kim Yo, what's good mamas? This episode is all about surviving the end of the school year chaos and embracing the summer vibes with your kids. I dropped some real knowledge on how to navigate the cra…
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Hey, hey, sports moms! Tired of just surviving tournament season? Let’s level up and learn to thrive this season! This isn’t just another pep talk. You've got a kid in sports? Then you've got a seat at our table in this latest episode. Y'all, tournament season can have you running like a headless chicken—early mornings, endless gear, and never enou…
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Hey Busy Moms! Are you feeling like your tech is more of a distraction than a tool? I'm diving deep into how our digital devices might be swiping valuable time from our lives. In this episode, "Tech Distractions: Reclaim Your Time", I shared my comedic tech troubles last time with recording the episode (Hint: it’s a must-hear story!) This is an eye…
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Y'all do it scared! I was nervous to start this podcast but honestly, once I hit record, once I hit publish, I wanted to do it again. I'm excited to share what I am passionate about and I want you to get excited too through messy actions. And it's in those habits and consistency, regardless of perfection that is going to help you succeed. Why are w…
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I'm so excited for y'all to meet Kimberly Michele from my tribe! Kimberly's part of Get Amplified, a program for 18-23 year olds trying to figure out life. And isn't that who we are to our children? She's lived a lil life and now shares her experiences with them to help them navigate life as a lighthouse. She's also out there helping women to Calm …
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Welcome y'all to the great debate! Lead is better because you don't have to look at a screen! Digital is better because you can sync multiple calendars...even have events added when you buy your tickets because of "add to your calendar" options. But what if I told you you could do both? I went to bat for team paper and I went to bat for team digita…
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Please know, that when I tell you that all the things you are busy with is really just you procrastinating, don't pass by this episode because I am including myself in that activity. I've been reading "Busy, How To Thrive In a World of Too Much". What we don't realize, is all the things that have us runnin' pillar to post, could be getting in the w…
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There is a lot of hustle to juggle y'all! I'm here to tell y'all that you can have a lot of heart in these seasons of being a mama, but you can't do it all at the same time and with the same intensity. So what do you do when you wanna do it all and how? I keep it pretty real, so I shared some of my real life and current events that made me think of…
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Y'all ever been on Manta at Sea World? Listen to hear the full story of how I lost my phone, on a hot day at Sea World, on Manta! And how I got it back...Thank God! But in those 4 Days, life was lifin' y'all!! This episode is all about what I did for those 4 days to stay productive and what you can do too! You don't wanna stay too long in "woe is m…
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Keep it SUPER simple mamas! You didn't think I was gonna call you stupid did you? LOL The way I get to have intentional time with the good guys, do well at my job, keep up with this podcast for the last two years (Thank You very much), maintain sanity, and have some peace is by keeping it simple. I'm sharing insider info on how I get it all done! K…
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Comin' in hot with 5 tips to keep your stress low as you start this new year 2024!! Don't know about you but I have bits and parts of Christmas put away but I'm not stressin'. I have put these 5 tips to good use. I know things will get accomplished but I don't have to stress. 1. Recognize you can’t do everything. 2. Learn to say no or not right now…
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If your house looks anything like mine right now...there's a lot of clutter!!I get it...with 2 eight-year-olds I have a lot of artwork from before winter break parties, now wrapping paper, gifts, and of course junk mail. I'm here with a few tips to help you clear the clutter! One room, 15- 20 min then reward yourself Get your kids involved Gratitud…
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THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! Thank you...for listening, sharing, and for all your feeback. It's nice to know I have y'all to talk to. Join me as I revisit a few of the episodes you all loved! Revisit a couple of my interviews and some of my best tips! I have included links to the full episodes in case you want to relisten because I know you …
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Tis the season to get burnt out. With the “holiday hustle” upon us, it’s easy to feel spread too thin. This is the time of the year when co workers may be taking extra time off, kids will be out of school but you still have to work, and it goes up a notch if you are hosting a get together. No worries, Sis… I got you! In this episode I want to encou…
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Be boring! Repetition is boring but you are worth it. When you continue to do the same thing it's like you are paving a road in your brain, so that pretty soon you are just on autopilot. I was recently asked by my boss for feedback and I got to thinking about my best way of learning which is repetition. I work with a lot of people who are wanting c…
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What could go wrong when you drive across state in an electric car? Lots, but this time, nothing. I decided to attend a convention for parents of multiples. I have the good guys (currently 8-year-old boy twins.) And I have finally warmed up to being in large groups of people which equates to chaos to me. So, I convinced my friend who also has twins…
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PTO...prepare the others, LOL. When you take your PTO (paid time off) you usually prepare your co-workers for your absence. Ok, so now you are home...now what? It's so weird, right? That time to yourself to do whatever you want or need to do. Do you feel guilty? I know I normally do! Well in this episode I tell you all the other things you can be d…
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Life has been lifein' y'all. Phew just survived the end of another fiscal year at work and now waiting to see if there will be a government shut down. The last 6 weeks have been crazy and of course it's when my husband has been traveling! So how did I stay sane through all the chaos? I have three tips I shared with you in this episode to help you t…
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I'm looking forward to reading the new murder mystery book I picked up. When was the last time you selected a book to read, a book you planned to read for fun? I'm challenging myself to read more for pleasure because I want to and because I want to be an example to The Good Guys, my twin boys. I want them to know the relaxing pleasure of reading, n…
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"My healthy swap was yogurt with, you know, 56g of sugar!" LOL Shelby, a Certified Strength Coach (CSCS) and nutrition coach (PN), joked this with me as she shared how she went from working in a restaurant, being a heavy drinker and smoker to a popular blogger talking all things health. There was no specific pivotal moment she simply wanted to be h…
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Mama's now is your time! I want you to think about what you said, over the summer, that you wanted to do once the kids were back in school. Hopefully, you have established or practiced what the school day morning will look like now that some schools are and some are getting ready to be back in session. I shared how we did it and maybe it can help y…
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Think about this...You have to know you are worthy of love before you can begin to give yourself love. You won't prioritize most of these chilling out tactics when you don't think you are worthy of a break, a self-care day, a new plant, or whatever self-love and care look like to you. Angela D Coleman shared lots of ways to chill out including her …
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It probably comes as no surprise that the book “The Art of Chilling Out” was born, not conceived, but born during Covid. Like many others, Angela D. Coleman was using chilling out techniques to de-stress. And wouldn’t you know it, she finally had time to get pen to paper. There are 100+ ways to chill out in this book. You don't want to miss Angela …
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"Mommy you should talk about spending time with us because you are always in our room," said one of my sons. But the more I thought about it, he was right! I try to be intentional and spend time with my sons. I have tried my best to create a safe space where they can talk to me and I can get to know them better. I want you to create these special p…
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Y'all in the thick of tournament season? Or do you know what I am referring to in the sport your kids participate? I'm thankful for this last tournament but I am ready to be done too! I love the benefits the good guys glean from being a part of sports but mama needs a break, LOL. It's so important, as we show up to the hotels and/fields, to remembe…
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Episode 37- “If She Cuts Pears, She’s A Keeper” Friendship and Fashion with Amber Riley Part 2
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We continued our conversation about finding yourself again in your wardrobe, in your style. Amber is a styling specialist and appreciates how as mamas we just throw on a t-shirt and go on with our days because to some extent we start to feel invisible. Like, what does it matter what I wear? But as mamas, we have to remember we are people too, that …
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Episode 36- “If She Cuts Pears, She’s A Keeper” Friendship and Fashion with Amber Riley Part 1
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Ever thought of meeting new friends as a Blind Date? Well, that's exactly how I met Amber. A mutual friend of ours set us up. It's the best blind friend date we've ever been on. We connected instantly and have been doing life along side each other ever since. We take care of each other, inspire and encourage one another. We are the loudest cheerlea…
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Have you traveled internationally with your children? We just got back from England and the whole family went, even my in laws! It was a true success but I have to give credit to myself for planning! I wanted to share the details with you so you can avoid any foreseen turbulence. I recommend joining a Facebook group about traveling, internationally…
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I'm a productivity coach, right? I'm reading a book right now titled "Busy" that is Calling. Me. out! Yes, I want you to be productive but not always busy! Do you think the only way to appear valuable at work or at home is to busy yourself? I'm here to tell you, you don't have to wear the blinking busy button just to prove you serve a purpose or yo…
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My good friend Toi stopped by to talk about divorce and the importance of taking care of yourself as a mom. At first, she was sprinkling it into the conversation that she was having a life change. But soon the cat was outta the bag and she was navigating divorce. How did she not get lost in the chaos of motherhood? She shared how she had to find he…
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Outsourcing is one of my favorite topics! If you didn't think you could EVER outsource your day to day tasks, take a listen and I'll explain: That you actually outsource more than you think Mom guilt and why outsourcing gets a bad rap Ways to start outsourcing without breaking the bank! Check out the IG reel from my new Podcast Pal that I was talki…
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed because the things you had to do required SO. Many steps? Cooking, laundry, podcasting… you get the point. In today’s episode, I’ll go into why prepping is the key to creating more time for yourself and how to get started. You can always connect with me and give any feedback or show ideas at Kimberley@KimberleySanders…
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When you have friends that do big things (and you miss them), you have them on your pod! Tonya is my friend, my Soror, and my twin mom mentor. Come hang out with us! Tonya McKenzie is a Los Angeles County Commissioner, an author and public relations consultant. Tonya’s firm, Sand & Shores PR works with civic, educational, law enforcement, and polit…
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When you have friends that do big things (and you miss them), you have them on your pod! Tonya is my friend, my Soror, and my twin mom mentor. Come hang out with us! Tonya McKenzie is a Los Angeles County Commissioner, an author and public relations consultant. Tonya’s firm, Sand & Shores PR works with civic, educational, law enforcement, and polit…
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Recording from my hotel room so I'm keeping it short, but you NEED to know that it's okay to take a trip without the crumb snatchers! Listen in to find out why it's better for you AND better for them to book your getaway NOW... You can always connect with me and give any feedback or show ideas at Kimberley@KimberleySanders.com or on the following s…
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Getting up early is the simplest thing you can be doing to make time for the things you want to do... Check out this episode to hear more about that and the one thing we (yes, me included) shouldn't be doing, but ALWAYS do! 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins 10 Reasons to Get Up Early- Healthline Does Hitting The Snooze Button Help or Hurt? - Houston Met…
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What if you could live a healthier life without beating yourself up mentally or physically? In this episode, I'll talk about the "Health Esteem" movement and how it's changed how I live and how I help others. You can always connect with me and give any feedback or show ideas at Kimberley@KimberleySanders.com or on the following social media outlets…
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Don't get mad at me, but they are... In today's replay of Episode 7, I share some crazy stats about New Years Resolutions and how you can make your goal setting work for YOU in the long term! You can always connect with me and give any feedback or show ideas at Kimberley@KimberleySanders.com or on the following social media outlets: Twitter: @KimSa…
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I'm taking a couple weeks off to rest, recharge, and set some BIG goals for 2023 so enjoy this encore presentation of Episode 6, where I talk all about accountability and how to find our CREW! You can always connect with me and give any feedback or show ideas at Kimberley@KimberleySanders.com or on the following social media outlets: Twitter: @KimS…
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