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All the self-help extremes out there seem designed for perfect robots. But what if progress doesn’t require perfection? Welcome to your gentle self-development hub: About Progress, a podcast and community devoted to progress made practical. Join host and coach, Monica Packer, and her special guests to get the hug AND kick in the pants you need to do something and grow in ways that stick.

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In this episode, I chat with Rachel Nielson about the all-too-familiar feeling of being a 'martyr mom' and how it can leave us feeling drained and disconnected. We dive into the idea of embracing our personal values as a way to get out of that rut an... more

If you've ever felt like your home (or your life) has to look Pinterest-perfect to count as "organized," this one's for you. Mika Perry breaks down why organization isn't about perfection at all — it's about preparation. She shares one of the simples... more

In this episode I chat with Meagan Briggs, who shares her remarkable journey from reading occasionally to devouring over 150 books a year. Our conversation dives into how she reignited her love for reading and the role it plays in her life as a busy ... more

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If you're a mom who always ends up last on your own list, this one's for you. Jamira Pollard breaks down why putting yourself first isn't selfish — it's the foundation that lets you show up for everyone else. This clip is full of practical, no-cost w... more

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Meagan Briggs
Speaker invited to discuss reading and book clubs from the More for Moms conference
Meagan's Book Club / Meagan's Book Club Podcast
Episode: AP 800: The Busy Mom's Guide to Reading More: Audiobooks, Book Clubs & 5 Beginner Picks || with Meagan Briggs
Taylor Morrison
Author and self-care expert featured for her perspective and book insights
Episode: You've Been Thinking About Self-Care All Wrong || H&K with Taylor Morrison
Alex Viera
Pediatric occupational therapist and nervous system coach
Confident Parent; Growing Together OT
Episode: AP 797: Feeling Overstimulated as a Mom? Hidden Signs to Watch For (and What to Do About It) || with Alex Viera
Steven Lawson
Guest on About Progress episode about productivity and time management
Episode: The Real Reason You Can't Stop Chasing Your To-Do List || H&K with Steven Lawson
Sabrina Magnan
Food Freedom Coach and host of Live Unrestricted
Food Freedom Academy / Live Unrestricted
Episode: AP 795: How to Stop Emotional Eating and Finally Find Food Freedom || with Sabrina Magnan
Nina Spears
Founder of The Baby Chick; author of The Baby Chick's Guide to Positive Pregnancy
The Baby Chick
Episode: AP 793: What Most Pregnancy Advice Misses: You’re Growing a Mother, Too || with Nina Spears
Kayley Steiner
Stay-at-home mom turned advocate sharing her journey and beliefs about progress, faith, and gender roles
Private individual / Kayley Steiner
Episode: You're Worth the Inconvenience || H&K with Kayley Steiner
Nir Eyal
Internationally bestselling author and behavioral design expert
Author of Hooked, Distractable, Beyond Belief
Episode: AP 791: The Science of Limiting Beliefs and How to Break Free From the Thoughts That are Holding You Back || with Nir Eyal
Shang Saavedra
Founder and CEO of Save My Sense, author of Wealth is a Mindset
Save My Sense
Episode: AP 787: Want to Spend Less? How To Rethink Frugality and Change Your Habits Around Money || with Shang Saavedra

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Monica Packer
Host of About Progress

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Thought provoking

    I love following Monica on IG and listening to her podcast. She keeps it real and her content makes me think deeply about the different areas of my life. Slowly working my way through back episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnaK1979
    United States7 months ago
  • Relatable and Helpful!

    I love listening to Monica because she is so down to earth and always has great insights and ideas! You can tell that she puts so much thought and work into each episode. This podcast is one of the only ones I’ve listened to consistently for years! Keep up the good work! 🫶🏻☺️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    heyellieanderson
    United States7 months ago
  • So good

    I love this podcast. So good in all areas of life. I love the advice to start small and do something. Life changing. May 2021 theme is so helpful. Thanks for all your work.

    Updated! Still loving Monica’s podcast, ABOUT PROGRESS. Her latest episode about distraction is spot on and so needed! Thanks!!

    Another update 1/26: I love Monica’s messy middle episodes. They are my favorite. It lets me see another Mom, who has so many interests and wants to do well in her life. It has given me great ideas... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GentGygi
    United States7 months ago
  • Dream led episode is absolutely stunning advice

    Monica you made my heart sing with your beautiful words. Also the Wintering episode blew my mind. This podcast rocks!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oiseaublue
    Canada7 months ago
  • Feel seen

    I love this content. I feel like we’re all just trying to stay above water and Monica makes me feel seen and validated! This podcast is positive and helpful on many levels!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megcheez
    United States7 months ago

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AP 799: Better Sleep for Moms: A Sleep MD on Sleep Anxiety, Bedtime Routines, and Healing Your Sleep Relationship || with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell
Q: How should moms handle night wakings without derailing their sleep?
Keep the environment and routine calm (red lights, low stimulation), minimize phone use, and focus on a short wind-down to quickly return to sleep with minimal disruption.
AP 799: Better Sleep for Moms: A Sleep MD on Sleep Anxiety, Bedtime Routines, and Healing Your Sleep Relationship || with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell
Q: What is a practical first step moms can take to start healing their sleep relationship?
Shift to a priority-based approach by creating a dedicated sleep opportunity each night, block out 7-8 hours, and begin with a simple, non-stimulating wind-down routine.
AP 799: Better Sleep for Moms: A Sleep MD on Sleep Anxiety, Bedtime Routines, and Healing Your Sleep Relationship || with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell
Q: Why is it that we as moms have this dramatic shift in our relationship with sleep?
Hormonal shifts, societal pressures, and the mental load of motherhood all contribute to sleep disruption, and understanding this helps reframe sleep as a relationship that needs nurturing rather than an impossible task.
AP 797: Feeling Overstimulated as a Mom? Hidden Signs to Watch For (and What to Do About It) || with Alex Viera
Q: Has overstimulation been something you have struggled with as a parent, and what do you want people to know about overstimulation in general?
Alex shares that many have a small sensory cup and that overstimulation is not a personal flaw but a nervous system response; she emphasizes building a baseline of regulation through meeting basic needs and understanding that rest and joy are essential, not optional.
AP 795: How to Stop Emotional Eating and Finally Find Food Freedom || with Sabrina Magnan
Q: How can listeners apply these concepts in daily life right away?
Listeners can start by getting curious about what food is doing for them, ensuring basic physical needs are met, learning to regulate emotions, and gradually building healthier beliefs and habits without relying on willpower alone.

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7. Kayley Steiner
8. Nir Eyal

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