Busy isn't working

Busy Isn't Working

May 16, 20252 min read

You’re checking boxes, making lists, showing up, keeping it together.

You’re doing all the things—and still feeling behind, burned out, or like something’s slipping through the cracks.

So let’s just say it:
Being busy doesn’t mean it’s working.

If you’ve been feeling like your pace is unsustainable or your energy is running on fumes, that overwhelm?
It’s not failure.
It’s feedback.

It’s your system telling you that white-knuckling your way through one more season isn’t the vibe anymore.

And that’s good news—because it means there’s another way.


💡 What If You Don’t Need More Motivation?

When women come to me for coaching, they often say things like:

  • “I just need to get more organized.”

  • “Once this season slows down, I’ll get serious.”

  • “I should be able to do this on my own.”

But here’s what I’ve seen over and over again:
It’s not about motivation.
It’s not about time.
And it’s definitely not about doing more.

It’s about working with your brain and life—not against them.
It’s about knowing what actually moves the needle (and what you can let go of).
And it’s about having support—not just to get it done, but to do it in a way that feels aligned.


🤝 The Power of Coaching & Collaboration

We’re not meant to carry all of it alone.

Coaching gives you clarity, language, and momentum.
Community gives you perspective, accountability, and energy.

The right support:

  • Helps you untangle the mess in your head

  • Turns vague goals into doable steps

  • Holds space for your humanness and your potential

You don’t need more hustle. You need more alignment.


💬 Ready for a New Rhythm?

If you’re feeling the quiet exhaustion of being everyone’s rock,
If you’re tired of pushing through alone,
If you’re craving something lighter, wiser, more you

That feeling? It’s not weakness.
It’s an invitation.

This week, I want to invite you to try something different.

Take 5 minutes (yes, you can find 5 minutes) to write down 3 things it would take to win the day. Check back in at the end of the day and if possible, share it with someone who is cheering you on!

And if you’re ready for personal support with staying grounded and growing in a sustainable way, I’ve got 1:1 coaching spots available this month. Let’s talk.

You don’t have to do it all.
You just have to do it differently.

ECO certified coach and Mental Fitness Trainer. Brenda believes you already have everything inside you to become all you are created to be. With her clients she helps tame the inner critic, reframe limiting beliefs so you reach your goals with joy and confidence.

Brenda Bauer

ECO certified coach and Mental Fitness Trainer. Brenda believes you already have everything inside you to become all you are created to be. With her clients she helps tame the inner critic, reframe limiting beliefs so you reach your goals with joy and confidence.

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