In this episode of Cultivate Contentment, I dive into the constant pressure we face to add more to our lives—more activities, more responsibilities, more things—thinking it will bring us happiness or fulfillment. But as rural women, wives, and mothers, is more truly the answer, or does it just lead to more overwhelm and burnout? I share my personal experiences of juggling farm life, motherhood, and the endless to-do lists that seem to grow every day. She asks the tough question: What if we stopped trying to do it all and embraced the idea that what we already have is enough?

We explore how this mindset of "more is better" not only affects our own lives but also spills over into our children's schedules. Many of us push our kids into too many activities, fearing they'll miss out on opportunities or fall behind, but I challenge this notion. Is filling their days with constant busyness really benefiting them, or is it just adding stress to everyone involved? This episode encourages you to reflect on whether you’re doing more out of obligation or genuine desire and how embracing "enough" can lead to deeper contentment in family life and beyond.

Key Points Covered in this episode:

• The constant pull to add more to our schedules, thinking it will bring happiness, but how it often leads to burnout and stress.
• Why we say "yes" to more responsibilities and commitments, and the trade-offs that come with it—especially for rural women balancing farm work, family life, and community involvement.
• How overloading our kids with extracurriculars might be more about us feeling pressure than about what they truly need.
• Reflecting on whether doing "more" is genuinely bringing joy to your life or just adding more pressure to an already full schedule.
• The emotional and mental toll of packed schedules and the importance of allowing space for rest, play, and family time.
• Practical tips for embracing the idea that "enough" is truly enough—especially when it comes to balancing farm life, motherhood, and personal well-being.
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Reflection Questions for You:

• Do you feel like you're competing with other families to keep up with their busy schedules? What might happen if you gave your family more breathing room?
• Are you saying "yes" to things because you genuinely want to or because you feel obligated? What would it look like if you embraced "enough" instead?
• How can you simplify your children’s activities to focus more on quality time and less on constant busyness?
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Resources & Links:

Grounded Farm Wife Journal

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Find the complete show notes here: https://www.groundedfarmwife.com.au/podcast-1/22