Your job didn’t slow down. Your life sped up.


Let’s just be honest, December isn’t festive for everyone.
It’s full.
Full of deliverables, concerts, classroom cupcakes, wrapping paper, forgotten RSVPs, and people needing just “one quick thing” before the break.

You’re still expected to show up like a professional at work…
While also performing holiday magic at home.
And somehow not lose your mind in the process.

It’s a lot. And no one really talks about how brutal this overlap is.

Your job didn’t slow down, your life just sped up.

This is the part of the year when working parents are most at risk for total burnout.
Not because you’re weak.
Because everyone expects you to carry it all without collapsing.

So here’s what I walk my clients through, especially in December:
It’s called the 3S Method, and it helps you make room for peace without dropping your responsibilities.

The 3S Method for Surviving December

1. SCHEDULE:
Zoom out. Reclaim visibility.
Pick one 15-minute block this week to look at everything: school, work, family. What’s flexible? What’s non-negotiable? What needs to go?

2. SYSTEMS:
Where can you lean on automation, delegation, or just doing less?
This might be grocery delivery, auto-responders, pre-made meals, or a family “quiet hour” before dinner.
Efficiency ≠ laziness. It’s self-preservation.

3. SCRIPTS:
You don’t need to explain, defend, or apologize for protecting your time.
Try:

“We’re maxed out this week, hoping to join next time.”
“I’m saying no right now so I can say yes to what matters most.”

These words give you space, and your kids get to watch you model boundaries.

Want more on how to make this real in your life?

And if you want to go deeper, join me in January for the next Power Hour: Calm the Chaos & Reclaim Your Rhythm.
We’re diving into systems that stick, so you don’t spend another year overwhelmed and reactive.

With calm and clarity,


P.S. Stay tune for the Power Hour in January 26'

KISm Parenting Solutions

I am a parent coach who supports and guides exhausted and overwhelmed working parents becoming successful in both their careers and parenting, while fostering connection and harmony in their homes. I am dedicated to providing practical solutions and strategies that empower parents to regain control over their time and create a calm and stress free environment, even in the face of challenges. Through personalized time management systems and nurturing support, I help parents achieve a sense of balance, enabling them to arrive at work on time and cultivate a deep sense of inner strength and well-being. Together, we will navigate the journey towards a family that works together, where connection and efficiency coexist, allowing both parents and children to thrive.

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