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Restored Mama - Boundaries, Burnout, Marriage, Motherhood, Biblical Mindset, Overwhelmed, Anxiety, Depression, Priorities

Jen McGraw - Motherhood and Marriage Coach, Overwhelm Mentor, Christian Mom, Mindful Mama

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Take a God centered approach to marriage and motherhood. Find freedom and joy in your life the way God intended and live a fulfilled life! Are you depressed? Filled with anxiety? Stressed and overwhelmed...dealing with overwhelm that seems to never end...Mom life can be hard, but it doesn’t have to be! Learn to find joy in your home and be the mom and wife you were called to be! Are you sick of always feeling overwhelmed in your motherhood? Does it feel like you are just trying to survive da ...
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Hi Beautiful Mama, In this deeply personal episode, join me as I share my own struggles with feeling like a failure and grappling with defeat. As a busy mom juggling countless responsibilities, I understand firsthand the relentless pressure to excel in every aspect of life. But what happens when the weight of expectations becomes too much to bear? …
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Hi Beautiful Mama, In this deeply personal episode, join me as I share my own struggles with feeling like a failure and grappling with defeat. As a busy mom juggling countless responsibilities, I understand firsthand the relentless pressure to excel in every aspect of life. But what happens when the weight of expectations becomes too much to bear? …
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Hey Mama! Boundaries are hard. Every aspect of them. But when it comes to setting boundaries with our kids it’s a whole different ball game. They whine and cry and know just the buttons to push when we have hit our limit. Somehow, our kids just know when we are done and can’t handle anymore, they push that button just right and we give in because w…
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Hey Mama! Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and constantly pulled in different directions? Setting boundaries in your schedule is crucial to gaining control of your time as a busy mom. In this episode, we unravel the importance of intentional time management and how it serves as a key ingredient to a more purposeful and fulfilling life. Listen as we d…
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Hey Mama! Welcome to part 2 of shifting your mindset in those season changes! Every season has it's challenges. Some are easier than others, in life these days, it seems that no matter the season they are busy. That seems to be the consistency between every season we go through doesn't it? We kinda get things figured out, maybe, a little bit, then …
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Hey Mama! Every season has it's challenges. Some are easier than others, in life these days, it seems that no matter the season they are busy. That seems to be the consistency between every season we go through doesn't it? We kinda get things figured out, maybe, a little bit, then things change, schedule changes, our kids change their nap schedule,…
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Hey mama! Ditch the hot mess mom! Do you feel like you have lost control of your time? You are barely surviving, never getting done what you need and feel like you are drowning in a never ending cycle of mess? Today, we're delving into a crucial topic that it essential to becoming a mindful mom – time management and scheduling your, days and weeks …
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Hey there husband, wife... In today's episode we take a deep dive into setting expectations in marriage. We have explored God's design for marriage, the roles of a wife and husband, healthy communication, and many more things. Today we talk expectations. Expectations are a tricky thing. We know what we want, we know what we want our spouse to do. W…
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Hey Friend! Today, we dive into a topic that serves as the very heartbeat of a healthy marriage – communication. Do your conversations with your spouse seem to always end in arguments, no matter how small the conversation? Or maybe you just never seem to be on the same page. Do you rehash the conversation before it happens in your mind to try to av…
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Hey Mama! Welcome to a special New Year's edition! We are headed on a journey of renewal and faith. Do you want 2024 to be different? Do you find yourself at the end of the year, wondering where the time went and what you actually accomplished? Do you want to live this year out with purpose? In this episode, we talk through practical and faith-cent…
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Merry Christmas Mama! The holiday season often comes with the pressure of perfection, but what if we redefined perfection to include the beautiful messiness that makes our celebrations uniquely ours? Embrace the merry chaos and find genuine joy in the unexpected. In "Unwrapping Joy," a special episode of Restored Mama, join a journey of freedom and…
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Hey Mama! Welcome to a special holiday edition of the Restored Mama podcast! But if you are tuning in after the holidays, don't turn it off yet. These tips are great for all year round! Discover the transformative power of tapping into God's peace during the busy holiday season. The Christmas hustle and bustle can leave us feeling overwhelmed and a…
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Hey Wifey! Welcome to another empowering episode of Restored Mama, where we embark on a journey from overwhelmed to mindful motherhood through a God-centered approach to marriage and family. In this insightful episode, join me, Jen, as we explore the beautiful nuances of respect from a wife's perspective, unveiling practical ways to nurture marital…
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Hey Mama! Husbands, are you at a loss on how to show your wife love? Or maybe you think you are doing well, but she just doesn't seem to be happy. Wives, do you know you you feel loved in a marriage? In this deep episode of Restored Mama, we dive into the profound language of love, exploring meaningful ways husbands can express love to their wives.…
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Hey Mama! Is your marriage struggling? Does your marriage feel like something is missing? Maybe you are constantly arguing and can't seem to get along no matter what you do. We continue our marriage series with a controversial topic... The role of a wife. When people hear about the Bible saying a wife is to be submissive to her husband they instant…
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Hey Mama! Is your marriage struggling? Or do you dream of a day where you and your husband are on the same page? Does your marriage feel like something is missing? Today, we start the marriage series to combat what the enemy is throwing at the beauty that God created marriage for. Learn to build a strong marriage and live out what God has called yo…
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Hey Mama! Does life feel like it takes over somedays, or most days? Life can get really tough. It can feel like we are just floating in the wind and the moment a big gust or a storm comes, we are tossed into the abyss. When you have strong roots in Christ, you can thrive anywhere! Learn to grow strong roots, thrive, and become the woman, wife, and …
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Hey Mama! Does life feel like it takes over somedays, or most days? Life can get really tough. It can feel like we are just floating in the wind and the moment a big gust or a storm comes, we are tossed into the abyss. When you have strong roots in Christ, you can thrive anywhere! Learn to grow strong roots, thrive, and become the woman, wife, and …
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Hey Mama! Do you feel like a failure some days? Are you constantly spinning your wheels just trying to get through the day? Do you find yourself snapping at your kids and spouse more often than you would like? Your emotional bucket might be drained dry. Find the rest you need as you keep your emotional bucket full despite your busy mom life! Use th…
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Hey Mama! Is being too busy the norm in your life? Does life seem to take over and you are just along for the ride? There are so many tips that I bring you to help you manage the busy mom life, but this is the best place to start. This one thing will be easy to implement and make a huge impact in your day! Learn to manage your day instead of lettin…
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Hey Mama! Do you feel your emotions taking over? Does it seem to get worse when you get overwhelmed? When you have so much to do, so little time, and things begin to pile up, emotions can pile up. Learn to manage your emotions when you get to that overwhelmed state so your emotions don't manage you. You don't have to let the stress trigger you! Lea…
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Hey Mama! Do you feel defeated? Worn out? Sick of struggling day in and day out? We have been talking about struggles, difficulties, and how God has promised us victory. When you are in the middle of it, it may not feel victorious. Mom life is hard. Struggles come at you from all sides constantly it seems. God has promised us a victorious life! Lea…
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Hey Mama! Mom life is hard. Struggles come at you from all sides constantly it seems. Do you feel burdened by the difficulties surrounding you? Do you wake up dreading the battles you are about to face, known and unknown? God has promised us a victorious life! Learn to live that victorious life despite the difficulties you face by learning to take …
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Hey Mama! Do you wake up filled with worry about what tomorrow may bring? Does the struggles of the day take residence in your mind, preventing you from enjoying your day? It's time to be a mindful mom! Love the life and be present for all those little moments in your day no matter the season. Busyness does not need to ruin your joy any more! Love …
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Hey Mama! Why is mom life so difficult? Do your days end up being monotonous, the same thing over and over and over again? We love our kids and couldn't imagine life without them, but it's still not easy. Ask yourself these two questions and find out what truly makes you happy. What is your why? God has given you a purpose and the two questions tod…
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Hey Mama! Is everyday a struggle? Do you wonder if God is speaking and why you don't hear Him? Are there questions you are waiting for answers to? God is waiting to spend time with you and waiting for you to make space to hear what He has already been speaking. You can find peace, fulfillment and joy in the midst of life and learn to rely on God no…
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Hey Mama! Is everyday a struggle? Is life hard and you feel all alone? The struggle is real and even when you are surrounded by people you can feel like you are going through it alone. You can find peace, fulfillment and joy in the midst of it and learn to rely on God no matter what is going on around you. It's when things seem impossible that God …
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Hey Mama! Do you look in your closet and stare at all the clothes while you tell yourself you have nothing to wear? Or maybe your kids constantly come up to you saying they can't find this or that? This system is easy to work into your busy mom life and so easy your kids can do it! Make getting dressed for you and your kids a breeze everyday. Love …
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Hey Mama! Are you ready to live a life of joy? Listen to today's episode with the celebration of 1 year, 100 episodes, and 10k downloads! You will hear the top ten downloaded episodes, and my all time favorite episode, then click the link below to listen! Don't forget, you can get so many FREE things this month! Just do these simple things and you …
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Hey Mama! Are you overwhelmed by the massive amount of things you have to get done? Or maybe just life in general has got you down and out, feeling out of control. Do you wish you could manage your life, balance your responsibilities and still enjoy yourself and your family? Today is for you! You CAN enjoy your life. You CAN feel in control, most o…
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Hey Mama! Do you cringe every time you prepare to ask your child to do something because you know the attitude you are going to get in response? Are your children having trouble honoring you with their words? We found a simple and fun solution that even the kids love! This system I call "the cotton ball system". It really works and you will see ama…
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Hey Mama! Are you in a busy season? Does it feel like the poop has hit the fan and your life is spiraling out of control? We all have been there or are there. You don't have to stay there. Listen today for 5 tips to be able to thrive in the busy season of your life and live a life you love no matter the season you are in! Love you Mama! Jen Related…
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Hey Mama! Here is a quick tip to keep your car clean! You never have to be embarrassed of your messy mom car again. Those crumbs that get packed into the floor? Never again! Shoes and kids clothes for days all over the car? Never again! Random toys and things you forgot even existed show up three months later rolling around on the floor boards of t…
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Hey Mama! Anxiety, depression, and overwhelm is all too prominent in the younger generation. Could your child be struggling with any of these, or all of these? Through all the responsibilities, jam packed schedules, high demands, and massive peer pressures, our kids have so much more to cause anxiety than we did as kids. Today, we are walking throu…
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Hey Mama! What expectations have you set for your kids? Are you met with frustration, anger, and disappointment when they act out and don't meet those expectations? We are talking about expectations for our kids verses reality, why those expectations may not be met, how to handle it, and how to handle yourself in those situations. It's not easy as …
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Hey Mama! Our kids really know how to push our buttons, don’t they? How do you react when your kids are behaving badly or don't listen? God is our heavenly father, and he disciplines us, but it is always out of love, grace, and mercy. That is how we are to discipline our kids. But we are human, we aren't perfect and there are days that we will lose…
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Hey Mama! Do you find yourself waking up day after day, struggling with depression, fear of what is to come, anxiety, and feeling unfulfilled? I know....all the trigger words! Stef Gass joins us to talk about calling. Does everyone have a calling? And how do you know what it is? There are levels of callings on your life, but what is the big, overar…
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Hey Mama! Depression, fear, anxiety, unfulfilled? I know....all the trigger words! It's real life! But it doesn't have to be. God has called you to greatness, mama. God has called you to greatness and His word says that His children are blessed. You can be the epitome of success in the worlds view, but not be creating disciples. It's ok to be succe…
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Hey Mama! Do you find yourself waking up day after day, struggling with depression, fear of what is to come, anxiety, and feeling unfulfilled? I know....all the trigger words! It's time to live a life that you AND your kids can be proud of! God has called you to more. Mathew 28 says that we are called to make disciples. That is the great commission…
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Hey Mama! Do you find yourself waking up day after day, struggling with depression, fear of what is to come, anxiety, and feeling unfulfilled? I know....all the trigger words! Have you given your life to Christ? If so then you can be free from this! You have the Holy Spirit living inside of you and you are a new creation! It's time to stand on God'…
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Hey Mama! Are you worn out and working so hard in life but seeing no results? Or maybe you are seeing results but not fulfilled in those results. Listen as we discuss John 15 and what it means to abide and rest in Jesus. John 15 says that the Father is the vinedresser and Jesus is the true vine. What does that actually mean? How does that help us b…
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Hey Mama! Imagine the alarm going off, you hit snooze, and before you know it your kids are running in your room to wake you up to make them breakfast, or your littles are screaming in their beds for you to come get them. So you crawl out of bed half asleep rubbing the dried sleep goop out of your eyes as you peel yourself off the bed and out of th…
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Hey Mama! Summer is coming to a close, but there is still a short amount of summer left! Let’s enjoy it with our kids! I have 5 steps to enjoy the end of summer on a budget leaving the stress of the school year transition behind. As the summer comes to a close and you go through the preparations we discussed in episode 81 for the back to school tra…
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Hey Mama! Are you in a waiting season? Having to trust God on a deeper level than you thought you would have to? Sitting, waiting, trusting, not knowing what comes next. We all have a waiting season, or lots of waiting seasons in our life. How are you waiting? Who are you trusting? What are you doing and speaking in the waiting? God truly is a good…
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Hey Mama! Picture this, you pack up all your boxes, write what room they go in, you think you have it all figured out. But then you get to your new home and you have to open all the boxes that say kitchen, just so you can find the one that has the one with the coffee so you don’t miss your morning coffee your first day in your new home. Now you hav…
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Hey Mama! Do you find yourself being triggered by your kids or spouse? Do your emotions seem to be all over the place? Do you feel out of control? Past hurts and trauma can impact every aspect of our lives. Today you are going to hear all about Restoration Theory from an expert! This is the second half of a two part series so make sure to listen to…
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Hey Mama! Do you find yourself being triggered by your kids or spouse? Do your emotions seem to be all over the place? Do you feel out of control? Today you are going to hear all about Restoration Theory from an expert! Brittany Wilson, from Morning Mama, talks to us about how to heal from the past, parent with purpose, and step into your calling. …
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Hey Mama! Do you homeschool? Or maybe you send your kids to school everyday. No matter which your family is, back to school can be stressful if you are not prepared! You don't have to be stressed as you prepare to go back to school. Enjoy this season and new school year with your kids instead of feeling hectic and chaotic every day. I have 5 tips f…
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Hey Mama! Is the start of the school year in the back of your mind? Or maybe your toddler is at the age to start learning some foundational skills and you have no idea where to start! Korbalagae Kuawogai is a teacher, but not just a teacher, she is specialized in all things reading! Today you will learn: The one mistake parents make when teaching t…
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Hey Mama! Happy 4th of July! It is fun to be able to celebrate with so many friends and family but it often causes stress for us mamas. As a mom with all different age groups of kids, it can be hard especially when you are going somewhere other than your house. So many things to gather and try to remember, getting the kids ready, what extra things …
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