Friend, you’re not lazy. You’re out of gas—and tired of pushing through every day without getting poured into. In this powerful episode, I unpack the truth behind why *so many* women feel tired all. the. time: you don't lacking discipline—you’re running on empty.

In this episode, I share the day I hit her limit (during Maycember a couple of years ago!) and realized that what I needed wasn’t more hustle, but more habits. Using my signature 4 E’s of Everyday Energy—Eat, Exercise, Exhale, and Edit—I share with you how to stop normalizing burnout and start designing a life that energizes you.

Whether you’re a mom, a multi-hyphenate creator, or someone trying to “do it all,” this episode will help you trade exhaustion for alignment, so you can show up full, not just functional.

We discuss:

• How food, movement, breathwork & boundaries boost daily energy
• Why your calendar should reflect what restores you—not just what’s urgent
• How to stop starting your day reactive and start living proactive

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🚨 Are you stuck chasing perfection? I've been there. There's a good chance it's the very thing holding you back!

In this episode of the Everyday MAGIC Podcast, I’m breaking down why GROW beats perfect every time and how you can shift your mindset to embrace progress over perfection. 🌱✨

📌 In this episode, we discuss:
✅ How to develop a growth mindset and stop self-sabotage
✅ The power of reflection in tracking your progress
✅ How to overcome judgment & obstacles holding you back
✅ Why working your unique strengths is your real superpower

💡 The MAGIC isn’t in being perfect—it’s in growing through imperfection & improving along the way.

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Need to get better at planning your week? In this episode, I’m sharing my PLAN Method, which allows me to plan my week to make MAGIC at home and at work while keeping my sanity.

I imagine you’re a lot like me: you have a lot on your plate and need a handle on your days. And while it may seem like it’s too much to handle, this planning method will help you decide what matters and what doesn’t and where to fit it into your day.

The right plan is about have a million tasks to get done for the day, it's about making the day work for you. Time is gift, so you've got to use it wisely. By the end of this episode, you'll have a plan that you can use for the week and day and use it immediately.

You're more than one thing, so you need support. And you're more than enough, so you need to be reminded of that. The right community will do that for you. That's why I created And More.

Join 150+ other women grow together, share their wins and encourage each other through everyday life in my private community, And More. Whether you're a mom, creator or working woman who needs a safe space online, And More is for you. Join the And More community today.

Holiday MAGIC doesn’t just happen—it’s created with intention! In this episode, we discuss how to make the week of Christmas meaningful and memorable for your family by focusing on what really matters. From baking with the kids to scheduling simple, fun activities, you’ll learn how to create MAGIC: meaningful, aesthetically pleasing, goal-oriented, intentional, and consistent moments.

📌 What You’ll Learn:

• How to repeat and simplify what worked in the past 🎬
• Ways to set the holiday mood with music, scents, and decor ✨
• Why spending less can lead to more fun 🎁
• The power of setting clear expectations for a stress-free week 🕒
• How to be present and capture memories intentionally 📷

🎧 Tune in now to make this Christmas week unforgettable! For show notes, head to mattiejames.com/015.

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As we approach the close of 2024, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or discouraged about unfinished goals. But here’s the truth: the issue isn’t perseverance—it’s prioritization. In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 decisive steps to help you prioritize your goals, plan realistically, and pace your progress to build momentum for the new year.

In this episode, we discuss:

1. How to prioritize proactively by focusing on what truly matters.
2. Why planning practically will help you stay organized and avoid burnout.
3. The importance of pacing progress with consistency instead of intensity.

You’ll also get actionable steps to align your goals with meaningful progress so you can finish the year feeling accomplished and prepared for what’s next.

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Be HONEST: Are you using your time wisely? While it seems like there's never enough time, especially as we get towards the end of the year with a long list of things to get done, it's about using your time better.

Today, we're discussing 5 steps to help you plan and schedule your day to get more done. Discover how to prioritize, delegate, and eliminate tasks that don’t serve your purpose while making room for what truly matters.

We're breaking down daily routines and getting real on where all your time is going. It's time to let go of doing it all yourself and multitasking only never to finish anything. From implementing MAGIC rules like “David Your Goliath before noon,” and having a plan AND a schedule, this episode is packed with practical tips to transform your relationship with time management.

Whether you’re thriving or struggling to make the most of your day, this episode will inspire you to align your schedule with your priorities and reclaim your time!

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You’re finally taking that big step, taking your family on a trip, and going to Disney World, but you’re not sure what to do, where to go, or how to do it?! I got you, friend.

Earlier this year, we had the privilege of being invited to the Disney Creator Celebration. We spent four days at Disney World, visiting all four parks, and three days on the Disney Cruise.

Let’s discuss preparing for a Disney World trip with your family.

This episode isn’t sponsored by Disney. These are my opinions and thoughts about what I wish I had known before going to Disney World to make the trip as MAGIC as possible.

Now, we don’t have any babies anymore - I knoooooooooow. The kids are 9, 6 and 4 which in my opinion are the quintessential ages to take your kids. They’re all potty trained, have their favorite characters and are old enough to remember the experience.

And while you may think it’s just for the kids, you will have such a wonderful time as well.

In today’s episode, we’re discussing Everything You Need Before You Go To Disney World. These practical tips will help you be fully prepared, stay in the moment, and make the most of your trip.

The MAGIC of a summer schedule is that it allows you to get what you need to get done and what the kids want to get done.

As you know, the Everyday MAGIC framework is about making your day meaningful, aesthetically pleasing, goal-oriented, intentional and consistent.

However, MAGIC in the summer stands for:

• Meals
• Activities
• Gear
• Ideas
• Calendar

Oftentimes, you don’t make a deliberate schedule for summer break because you’ve been told it should be “relaxed.” But relaxed doesn’t have to been undisciplined.

You can still enjoy your summer with structure.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know how to create your MAGIC summer schedule for your kids at home.