The Motherhood Process
Welcome to The Motherhood Process—the podcast for moms who are ready to trade stress and anxiety for peace and purpose. I’m your host, Autumn Akins, and if you're juggling the challenges of motherhood, struggling with your identity, or feeling overwhelmed by daily life, this show is for you. Each episode offers practical strategies for building intentional routines, shifting your mindset, and finding alignment in motherhood so you can thrive, not just survive. As a boy mom navigating pregnancy and the everyday chaos of parenting, I’ll share personal experiences and proven techniques that have helped me reclaim peace and productivity.
Have you ever asked yourself questions like: “How do I shift my mindset from perfectionism to progress?” “What can I do to feel more fulfilled in my role as a mother?” “How do I find my identity outside of being a mom?” or even “What strategies can I use to create intentional routines that work for my family?”
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The Motherhood Process
11: Why Focusing on One Thing at a Time is the Secret to Less Stress and More Accomplishment
In this episode of The Motherhood Process, host Autumn Akins is back and welcoming a new special guest to the family, her brand new baby. Diving into the "meat of the topic," Autumn tackles the common struggle of multitasking and why it often leaves us feeling drained and unproductive. Drawing from her own experience as a "serial multitasker," she makes the case for single-tasking as a way to transform productivity and well-being. Autumn explains the scientific concepts behind this, such as "switching costs" and the "unfinished task problem," and then offers practical strategies to embrace focused, single-task work. She explains how this approach not only helps you get more done but also reduces stress and increases your sense of accomplishment and purpose.
What You’ll Hear:
- The illusion of productivity that multitasking creates, and the draining reality of "switching costs".
- How the "unfinished task problem" adds to stress and leaves you feeling unstable.
- The magic of "immersion and flow" that comes from focusing on one thing.
- An introduction to "deep work" and how it enables real progress and higher quality results.
- Actionable tips for single-tasking, including prioritizing, time blocking, eliminating distractions, and practicing mindfulness.
- The importance of "closing a task" and celebrating completion to boost confidence.
- The emotional and mental benefits of single-tasking, such as reduced anxiety and a greater sense of control.
Key Takeaways:
- Multitasking doesn't actually make us more productive; it creates an illusion of busyness.
- Focusing on one thing at a time reduces stress and helps you feel more in control of your day.
- "Deep work" is where true progress happens and is the opposite of multitasking.
- Prioritize your top three tasks each day to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
- Always "close the task" by finishing it completely to reduce mental load.
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