45 | Your Back-to-School Survival Guide: 3 Steps to Stress Less This Fall
If the end-of-summer/back-to-school transition makes you feel like your brain has 47 tabs open, you’re not alone. Those final weeks of summer can be an exhausting mix of one-off yearly tasks, normal daily responsibilities, and the emotional rollercoaster of endings and new beginnings. The result? Mornings feel rushed, evenings feel chaotic, and you’re left wondering how you’re already behind before the first bell rings.
In this episode of the Stress Less Podcast, we’re cutting through that overwhelm and breaking it into three manageable steps you can start right now. These are the exact things I do to set our family up for smoother mornings, less stressful weeknights, and a September that doesn’t feel like a mad dash. Whether your struggle is remembering spirit days, figuring out what’s for dinner, or realizing your kids’ shoes don’t fit on the first day of school, these strategies will help you get ahead—without spending your entire weekend on prep.
Tune in to hear the simple shifts that will make your mornings calmer, your evenings less frantic, and your back-to-school season run smoother. These are the exact steps I use to keep our family on track—without living in a constant state of catch-up.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
How to use your calendar (digital or paper) to avoid last-minute surprises.
Why recurring reminders are the real secret to stress-free mornings.
My simple, ADHD-friendly approach to meal planning that I’m going to try.
The “short menu” breakfast method that keeps weekday mornings moving.
How to run a clothes-and-gear audit that saves you time, money, and stress.
A quick system for checking shoes, backpacks, lunchboxes, and water bottles before the first day of school.
Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode
The Kitchen & Pantry Guide (COMING SOON!)
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