How To Create Joy Even If Every Day is Chaos

I used to believe that joy was something I had to earn - something that waited for me on the other side of a clean house, calm kids, or a to-do list that was finally finished.

But here's what I've learned after years of motherhood and coaching:

Joy isn't waiting for you at the end of the chaos. It's available inside it.

Even on the hard days. Especially on the hard days.

In this episode, I'm sharing what it looks like to create joy - not by chasing perfect conditions, but by shifting how we see the ordinary moments of motherhood.

Here's what we'll talk about:

• Why your everyday chaos might be the exact place God wants to meet you with joy
• The real difference between happiness and joy, and why it matters in motherhood
• How to reframe messy, loud, and unpredictable moments as sacred work
• Five practical mindset shifts to stop chasing calm and start choosing joy now

God isn't waiting for you to get it all under control before He offers joy. He's offering it to you right in the middle of your everyday chaos. Let this episode be your invitation to start looking for it.

If you liked this episode, here are some others you might enjoy:

77. Enjoying the Journey

217. 10 Lies Costing Moms Their Peace and Stealing Their Joy

237. Finding Joy In Everyday Moments When You Are A Busy Mom

For more help from Danielle Thienel Coaching:

• 🌿 Ready for more peace and balance in your own life? Book a free Back to Balance Strategy Call with me and discover the first step to feeling calmer, more confident, and more in control., Schedule a free Back to Balance Strategy call HERE.
• Get a copy of my books, The Cyclone Mom Method or The Divine Time Solution for only $4.99 HERE plus access paperback versions too including my new devotional- Happy Healthy & Holy
• Visit my website: www.daniellethienel.com to learn more about the life changes possible for you through having a faith-based life coach and access courses and products by going HERE
• Connect with me on Facebook and Instagram: @daniellethienelcoaching

7 Ways To Beat Overwhelm And Find Balance

Not too many years ago, overwhelm was my normal. I thought it was just part of motherhood. Something you managed, muscled through, or waited out.

But what if it's not just something to manage, but something to understand and shift?

In this episode, I'm sharing seven powerful mindset and lifestyle shifts that helped me go from drowning in mental clutter to creating a life that actually feels peaceful, even when it's busy.

These are the exact things I turn to when I feel the overwhelm spiral creeping in. And they're the same tools I've shared with countless other moms who are ready for something different.

You'll learn:

• Why doing more isn't the answer, and what to do instead.
• The question I ask to cut through the chaos and get back to clarity
• A powerful way to redefine what "good enough" means
• How small tweaks in your routine can create big space for peace
• What I had to unlearn about asking for help (and how it changed everything)

Overwhelm still shows up from time to time. But now, I know what it's trying to tell me. It's not a failure. It's not a flaw. It's just a signal that something needs to shift.

And the beautiful part? I get to choose how I respond. And, so do you. Listen to learn how.

If you liked this episode, here are some others you might enjoy:

28. Overcoming Overwhelm

192. How to S.T.A.R.T. Your Day Peacefully

194. 7 Peace-Infusing Thoughts To Overcome Overwhelm

For more help from Danielle Thienel Coaching:

• To have an opportunity to get coached by me and to explore options to work with me as a one-to-one Catholic Life Coaching client (being Catholic is not a requirement) or to see if my group life coaching program, Busy to Balanced, is right for you, Schedule a Back to Balance Strategy call with me HERE.
• Get a copy of my books, The Cyclone Mom Method or The Divine Time Solution for only $4.99 HERE plus access paperback versions too including my new devotional- Happy Healthy & Holy
• Visit my website: www.daniellethienel.com to learn more about the life changes possible for you through having a faith-based life coach and access courses and products by going HERE
• Connect with me on Facebook and Instagram: @daniellethienelcoaching

Let Go Of The Hustle: Embrace The Calm

There was a time when I wore busyness like a badge of honor. My days were full (overflowing, really, but not in a good way) and yet I felt like I was constantly chasing something just out of reach. The more I did, the more disconnected I felt.

Eventually I found myself asking: what am I rushing toward...and what am I missing on the way?

In this episode, I'm sharing the mindset shifts and practices that helped me release the pressure to do it all and start living with more calm, more intention, and more joy. If you feel caught in the swirl of motherhood this one's for you.

I'll share

• Why your peace (not your productivity) is what your kids need most
• The cultural lies we've believed about busyness, value, and worth
• Practical ways to create margin, honor rest, and build daily rhythms
• How saying "no" to good things can open the door to the best things

God didn't create you to live in overwhelm. You were made for peace, presence, and joy. Let this episode be a step toward that.

And, if you're always tired of rushing and craving more calm I'd love to help. Whether it's inside my Busy to Balanced group program or through one-on-one coaching, we'll work together to create a life that feels more peaceful and aligned.

If you're looking to find more peace around time, my book The Divine Time Solution (Digital + Audio or Paperback) is a great place to start. Or if you want to go deeper, my Divine Time course will walk you step-by-step through creating rhythms and routines rooted in peace.

If you liked this episode, here are some others you might enjoy:

111. Become A Cyclone Mom

186. Introducing the Divine Time Course: The Time Management System for Busy Catholic Moms

262. 5 Effective Time Management Hacks For Moms

For more help from Danielle Thienel Coaching:

• To have an opportunity to get coached by me and to explore options to work with me as a one-to-one Catholic Life Coaching client (being Catholic is not a requirement) or to see if my group life coaching program, Busy to Balanced, is right for you, Schedule a Back to Balance Strategy call with me HERE.
• Get a copy of my books, The Cyclone Mom Method or The Divine Time Solution for only $4.99 HERE plus access paperback versions too including my new devotional- Happy Healthy & Holy
• Visit my website: www.daniellethienel.com to learn more about the life changes possible for you through having a faith-based life coach and access courses and products by going HERE
• Connect with me on Facebook and Instagram: @daniellethienelcoaching