Ep. 9: Why Productivity Feels Like Pressure (Not Progress)
If you're constantly trying new planners, productivity hacks, or time-blocking methods only to end up more exhausted and overwhelmed, you're not alone.
This episode of Ditch the Chaos dives deep into why traditional productivity advice fails busy working women—and what to do instead. Cara shares her personal burnout story, the health crash that forced a complete business reset, and how she rebuilt her systems from the inside out.
You’ll learn why rigid routines are unrealistic, how to reframe productivity to fit real life, and the specific systems that support flexibility without sacrificing progress. If you’re ready to let go of guilt, stop performing productivity, and start building a workflow that honors your reality—this episode is your permission slip to do just that.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why traditional productivity systems don't work for working moms
The real reason time-blocking and rigid routines create more stress
How to shift from output-based productivity to priority-based planning
Simple flexible frameworks to structure your days with ease
What sustainable productivity looks like—and how to build it
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Original Blog Post:
Read the full blog post that inspired this episode → Why the Productivity Rules Are Broken for Busy Women
