Simplifying an Overwhelmed Schedule: Moving from Priorities to Priority

Did you know that the English word "priority," when it came into the English language, stayed singular for 500 years? Not until the 1900's did we make it plural. As Greg McKeown suggests, the result is quite dangerous. When everything is priority, nothing is priority.As we evaluate our overwhelmed schedule, this one simple exercise has helped us cut through the noise. What is the priority (singular)? This evaluation has led us to make some intentional adjustments, which Christi shares on this week's episode.Here are some takeaways:Practical ways to simplify an overwhelming scheduleHow to not only give yourself permission to do less, but other people around youThe preciousness of time and how we won't get these years back with our kidsWhy Christi is taking a step back and what that looks likeShow Notes: Apply now for The Leader's Heart Men's Cohort, February 26-29, 2024:https://www.famousathome.com/theleadersheartOrder a copy of 25 Days of the Christmas Story: An Advent Family Experiencehttps://amzn.to/47YdliYInterested in group coaching with Christi? Click here for interest form:https://www.famousathome.com/groupcoachinginterestThe MyKidsEQ Winter Cohort is officially open for registration! Cohort begins February 5, 2024!Click here to sign up!Order a copy of Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown:https://a.co/d/ek1OaMAOrder a copy of Famous at Home by Dr. Josh and Christi:https://amzn.to/3y1jJFzWatch this episode on Youtube!

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We all long to put our families center stage. Yet, in a world that competes for our time, attention, and identity, we often give our family the leftovers instead of our full, undivided hearts. Welcome to the Famous at Home podcast, with marriage and leadership coaches, Dr. Josh and Christi Straub. With a realistic, grace-filled look at the struggles families face, the Famous at Home podcast is like having a cup of coffee with authentic friends who just “get you,” yet with the practical and life-changing coaching strategies Josh and Christi use to help spouses, parents, and leaders stay emotionally engaged and connected to their biggest fans. With topics designed to help you set healthy rhythms between work and home, be fully present with your kids, and build a rock-solid marriage, the Famous at Home podcast will awaken your own heart and revive your family.Because we all need to find our way back home.