Mom Brain or Simply Overwhelm? How to Tell the Difference and What to Do Next // 297
04/23/25 • 18 min
Have you ever blanked in the middle of your homeschool day—and then blamed yourself?
You’re trying to juggle meals, lessons, therapy appointments, and tiny humans... and suddenly your brain just quits.
You're not broken. You're not failing. You’re simply overwhelmed.
In this episode of Her Home and Heart, I’ll help you tell the difference between “mom brain” and true mental overload—and walk you through a gentle reset that’s helped me in my hardest seasons of homeschooling and motherhood.
You’ll learn:
✅ Why forgetfulness might not be what you think
✅ The hidden signs of real overwhelm
✅ One powerful reset question to help you breathe again
If you're a Christian homeschool mom craving clarity, peace, and grace... this is for you.
XOXO,
Katie
🌟 Mentioned in This Episode:
📚 The Road Trip Mysteries – Explore Fun Learning!
🎉 Join Our Free Community – Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families
💬 Energy Boost SECRET for moms:
Peak Energy Solution
Activation and Energy
💡 Leave a Review: If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps so much!
GIFT:
10 Secrets To Homeschooling Your High Needs Child (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)
http://herhomeandheart.net/specialneeds
MORE GOODIES and FUN THINGS!
Have you ever blanked in the middle of your homeschool day—and then blamed yourself?
You’re trying to juggle meals, lessons, therapy appointments, and tiny humans... and suddenly your brain just quits.
You're not broken. You're not failing. You’re simply overwhelmed.
In this episode of Her Home and Heart, I’ll help you tell the difference between “mom brain” and true mental overload—and walk you through a gentle reset that’s helped me in my hardest seasons of homeschooling and motherhood.
You’ll learn:
✅ Why forgetfulness might not be what you think
✅ The hidden signs of real overwhelm
✅ One powerful reset question to help you breathe again
If you're a Christian homeschool mom craving clarity, peace, and grace... this is for you.
XOXO,
Katie
🌟 Mentioned in This Episode:
📚 The Road Trip Mysteries – Explore Fun Learning!
🎉 Join Our Free Community – Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families
💬 Energy Boost SECRET for moms:
Peak Energy Solution
Activation and Energy
💡 Leave a Review: If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps so much!
GIFT:
10 Secrets To Homeschooling Your High Needs Child (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)
http://herhomeandheart.net/specialneeds
MORE GOODIES and FUN THINGS!
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Why Homeschooling and Motherhood Feels Hard (Even When You Are Doing It Right) // 296
Have you ever wondered why homeschool and motherhood still feel heavy—even when you’re doing your best? I’ve been there too. In this episode, I open up about the hidden doubts I’ve faced over the years and how I used to believe I was failing, even when God was working beneath the surface.
If you’ve ever cried after a tough day or compared your journey to someone else’s “highlight reel,” this one’s for you. Together, we’ll explore the truth about real progress, drop the guilt, and find peace in the season you’re in.
Come sit with me—and let’s walk through this, together.
XOXO,
Katie
🌟 Mentioned in This Episode:
📚 The Road Trip Mysteries – Explore Fun Learning!
🎉 Join Our Free Community – Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families
💬 Energy Boost SECRET for moms:
Peak Energy Solution
Activation and Energy
💡 Leave a Review: If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps so much!
GIFT:
10 Secrets To Homeschooling Your High Needs Child (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)
http://herhomeandheart.net/specialneeds
MORE GOODIES and FUN THINGS!
Next Episode
The Guilt-Free Guide to Taking a Day Off Homeschooling (+ 3 Simple, Soul-Filling Ideas for Moms Who Worry About Falling Behind) // 298
Have you ever felt guilty for needing a break—from homeschooling, from the to-do list, from the chaos?
In this episode, I’m giving you the permission slip you didn’t know you needed: a day off isn’t failure—it’s faithfulness. You’ll discover how to build rest into your rhythm (without falling behind), why your kids still learn even when school is paused, and 3 simple, soul-filling ways to reset when everything feels heavy. I’ll also share personal stories—including how a spontaneous rest day brought our family back to joy, and a wise friend’s advice that shaped the way I think about “bad homeschool days” forever.
Whether you’re feeling burnt out or just wondering what a restful, connected homeschool could look like—this one’s for you.
🧠 Practical tools
💛 Faith-based encouragement
🧺 Real-life solutions for overwhelmed moms
Plus, I’ll share a family favorite resource that blends learning and joy without extra prep—so your “day off” can still be full of meaningful connection.
XOXO,
Katie
🌟 Mentioned in This Episode:
📚 The Road Trip Mysteries – Explore Fun Learning!
🎉 Join Our Free Community – Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families
💬 Energy Boost SECRET for moms:
Peak Energy Solution
Activation and Energy
💡 Leave a Review: If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps so much!
GIFT:
10 Secrets To Homeschooling Your High Needs Child (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)
http://herhomeandheart.net/specialneeds
MORE GOODIES and FUN THINGS!
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