Phenomenal Moms With Aisha Taylor

Are you a single mom who feels exhausted and stretched thin? Are you wondering how to keep up with everything that you are doing? Are you afraid that with everything that you have going on, something is going to fall or get missed? Do feel like you need coffee just to survive and make it through the day? If so, you are not alone. Single mom burnout is real, and the challenge with it is that if you burn out then how will you effectively take care of your children? In this podcast, Erica Blocker of the Moms With Dreams Podcast joins me to discuss the important topic, "How to Avoid Burnout As A Single Mom." In this podcast you will learn: The first time that I learned that prioritizing me meant that I was prioritizing my children Erica's story of how a health scare woke her up and led her to start to focus more on rest, health, and doing less How to recognize the signs of burnout How doing less means that you are doing more Tools to help you to rethink how you spend your time, put boundaries arou

Are you feeling single mom guilt? Are you battling feelings of perfection or inadequacy? Are you losing yourself in motherhood?   In this podcast episode, I share some lessons that I learned on my single motherhood journey.  I hope that you can take these lessons and apply them to your life. When you learn these things, there is so much you can release that is burdening you. There is freedom in being able to walk in the purpose and the calling that God has for you. Also, please make sure that you catch the special announcement at the end of the episode concerning the podcast!    Listen to the podcast episode below or check it out on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher. Check out the podcast, hit subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with your friends!! If you want to put the tips discussed in this podcast to work then download this free 21-day challenge to reduce the fear, worry, and anxiety in your life.  Click HERE to join the 21-day challenge today.   Additional Resources Partial Transcript of the Podca

Wondering how to be intentional about raising children with good character? Are you wondering how to not lose your temper when your child misbehaves? Did you know that discipline can actually be an opportunity to teach?   In this episode, I am joined by Te'Sheba Oliver.  Te'Sheba is the Founder of The Urban Christian Woman, is a life coach, and helps women to grow their faith and raise children in a way that is aligned with the Word of God.  We will be talking about parenting God's way. We will discuss a number of topics including: Te'Sheba's journey as a teen mom to being a mentor to other women and moms in their Christian journey Your role as a mom How to avoid disciplining your children in anger and frustration Ways that parents can use discipline to direct children back to Jesus Daily things parents can do to talk to your children about Jesus Learning how to apologize and talk to your children if you make a mistake How parents can raise children who follow Christ The role parents have to grow in their ow

Do you have a son and are wondering how you can raise him to become a man? Are you looking at the statistics about boys who are born to single moms and are wondering if your son will be ok? Do you wish you had more tools to help you to better support your son?   I received a number of questions from single moms over in the Phenomenal Moms Facebook Group who were concerned that since they are single moms they couldn't raise boys who would become amazing men.  These moms had questions about what they needed to do to make sure that their boys grew into strong men who thrived.  Therefore, I decided to invite Barry White, Jr. to the podcast to answer their questions.  Barry serves as a mentor to boys and works with them to help them to develop the character and skills they need in adulthood.  Barry also speaks to parents about how to better support their boys. In this episode, Barry White, Jr. and I have an amazing conversation about the things that single moms can do to help their sons, better support them, and h

How do you do your due diligence when choosing a person, organization, summer program, mentoring program, etc. to watch or mentor your children? Have you ever wondered if a man you are dating should be a part of your support system? How to trust again and let go and allow help after you have been hurt or disappointed?   In Part 2 of the series, Building Your Support System As a Single Mom, special guest, Kaywanda Lamb (who received multiple degrees during her time a single mom) and I have an amazing conversation about what it is like to be a single mom, how to verify (yes, this is first) and then trust as you build your support system, and who should be a part of your support system.  This episode is Part 2 of a 2-part series, so if you missed Part 1, then check it out here. In this episode we discuss: The process to start allowing yourself to trust again The process to vet someone to watch your kids Safety protocols to use when building your tribe Your role as a friend as you seek to build your tribe (hint,

Have you ever felt like you were alone as a single mom? Do you wish that you could find help so that you aren't doing everything by yourself? Are you so exhausted that the thought of adding one more thing to your to-do list makes you want to shut down? In this episode, special guest, Kaywanda Lamb (who received multiple degrees during her time a single mom) and I have a real conversation about what it is like to be a single mom and what that means for Building Your Support System As a Single Mom.  This episode is Part 1 of a 2-part series. In this episode we discuss: Building a support system even if you don't live near friends or family Learning how to determine what your 24-hours will look like and then letting go of the rest or finding the help to get those things done Aisha even shares lessons she learned from a workplace bullying experience and how it impacted her approach to single motherhood and building her support system as a single mom Creating the space to find time to take care of yourself  Bounc

Last week was Thanksgiving and November, in general, tends to be a month where we focus on giving thanks.   This is so important because the more you look for gratitude, the more you will find it and then the more you start looking for what is right, then the less you will focus on what is wrong.   Then when you make that shift you will find so much peace and may even see a change in your spending which leads to healthier finances. But what if you don’t feel like finding gratitude?  Then what? How do you find gratitude if you’re going through a lot, money is tight, there is trouble at the job, etc. and gratitude seems out of reach? Today, we will talk about 7 Ways to Find Gratitude Even When It Seems Impossible.   Listen to the podcast episode below or check it out on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher. Check out the podcast, hit subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with your friends!! If you want to put the tips discussed in this podcast to work then download this free 21-day challenge to reduce the f

One of the things that I love to do is community service.  I constantly look for ways and opportunities to give back and to organize groups to serve the community.  I truly believe that engaging in service is critical to living a full and complete life.  Therefore, as my twins get older, I've been asking myself: What can I do to start to plant the seeds of community service into the hearts of my children?  How can I begin to talk to them about community service? What is the right age to start to encourage my children to participate in community service and what projects can they work on? To help me to get the answers to these questions, I invited Marjorie Moore onto the Phenomenal Moms Podcast.  Marjorie has 15 years of professional nonprofit organization management experience and has tons of experience helping families find the right service projects for their children. In this podcast episode we discuss: How to find service projects and volunteer partners Community service ideas for families with children

Do you struggle with the holidays (financially, emotionally, spiritually, etc.)? Are you wondering how you can make Christmas phenomenal for your children but are wondering how to do it financially? Are you hoping to navigate the holidays without the stress?   If you are in the position now where you are faced with a holiday season that causes you stress and anxiety then I want to tell you that you aren’t letting your children down and you are not a failure if you can’t provide them expensive or a large number of gifts. You aren't letting your kids down if you can't do everything on your Pinterest wish list and you aren't letting them down if you are unable to match the gifts or experiences that you see on Instagram.  You can still give your children an amazing Christmas and holiday season. Check out the podcast episode to learn the 5 steps to still have an amazing holiday season with less stress, more fun, all while spending less money this holiday season.   I can’t wait for you to listen to this episode!  

Have you ever felt like you were alone in your single motherhood journey? Sometimes, does it feel like there isn’t anyone who you can just be real with? Well... I had been praying and asking God how I could help to show single moms that we aren’t in this by ourselves. During one of my prayers, the Lord told me to interview RJ Rendon, one of the moms in the Phenomenal Moms Facebook Group.  Matter of fact, one day in the Facebook Group RJ gave me an amazing word of inspiration that helped to motivate and encourage me when I confessed to the ladies in the group that I had been crying. At the time, I felt so alone not because I was alone but because I didn’t think anyone understood what I was going through.  The thing is, sometimes we need to just tell someone how we feel to allow someone else to pour back into us just as we pour out every day into our children and others. Therefore, I decided to invite RJ on the podcast so she can share what she has learned during her single motherhood journey and how she has ov

Welcome to Season 2 of the Phenomenal Moms Podcast!  Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you: Avoided paying a bill or bills? Delayed a repair (home, car, appliance, etc.)? Ignored something about your health? Desired to change your diet or exercise habits, but never got around to it? So often things pop up in our lives that we need to deal with, but for many reasons, we put them off.  We put off these things because we may not have the time, money or energy to deal with it at that moment.  Or, it may not seem like a big deal at that moment, because there are other more pressing things that demand our attention.   However, if we don’t deal with or pay attention to these things then over time, they can get bigger and can cause a bigger problem.   In this episode, we will discuss: Why the small things matter in your life and finances How to think about and approach these seemingly small things The consequences of ignoring the small things How to find peace when you are dealing with situations t

Are you a single mom who is facing burnout? Are you exhausted from balancing work, motherhood, and everything else that you have to do? Are you looking to find more balance and peace in your life?   In the Season 1 finale, I discuss the topic, "The Power of "No" On Your Time and Money."  Being a mom is hard work, and being a single mom presents unique motherhood challenges.  Being a super dedicated, hands-on mom who gets everything done is important, but it is also important not to wear yourself thin.  In this podcast episode, I share the advice that I gave another mom who was nearing burnout.  The funny thing is, I actually forgot to take my own advice and recently ended up having to spend a day recovering from being sick because I was so busy being super mom, running FNPhenomenal, and teaching that I forgot to rest. In this episode, I share what I learned and how "no" will help you to manage both your time and money better.   Listen to the podcast episode below or check it out on iTunes, Google Play, and St

Are you a single mom who wants to become a homeowner? Homeownership has amazing benefits and it is a dream of many people.  One of the most common questions that I get over in the Phenomenal Moms Group is, "How can I become a homeowner?"  Therefore, Ernestine Mitchell, who is a real estate agent and single mom, joins me on the Phenomenal Moms Podcast with Aisha Taylor to discuss: How single moms can get started on their homeownership search What single moms need to do to position themselves financially to buy a home What single moms should consider in order to avoid overpaying for their home Potential programs that can help make buying a home more affordable  The impact of your credit score on the home buying process Much more   Check out this episode to learn more!   Check out the podcast, hit subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with your friends!! As an additional resource for you on your financial journey, check out this FREE grocery reduction challenge to help you to cut your grocery and takeout b

As a single mom, I understand the challenges of being able to contribute to my twin's college savings account while also paying for my children's clothes, food, activities, etc.   With the need to take care of the household finances, working towards your financial goals, and staying on track with your money it may even feel impossible to put aside money for your children’s college education. However, there is hope.   In this podcast episode, I share 7 practical and assessable tips to help single moms start to save for their children’s college education.  These tips will help you to start saving even if there is no additional room in the budget.   Matter of fact, in tips 2 and 6 I talk about ways that you can contribute to your children's college savings account without using your own money.    Check out this episode to learn more!   Check out the podcast, hit subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with your friends!! As an additional resource for you on your financial journey, check out this FREE grocery r

Are you a single mom who is considering relocating? Are you wondering how to build a community and support system in a new city? Relocating is challenging and relocating as a single mom is harder. There are so many things to consider from locating housing, finding or adjusting to a new job, helping your children get settled, making the move, and more.  Kim Williams of Single Black Motherhood joins me to share her story of how she moved from Mississippi to Houston and then her support system suddenly disappeared. She shares the ups and downs of that move, how she found peace, and what she learned in the process.  In this podcast episode we discuss: The top thing to consider before you move Creating a schedule that allows you to our God first How to build a support system once you move How to job search in the new city Much more Listen to the podcast episode below or check it out on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher. Check out the podcast, hit subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with your friends!! If yo

I don’t know if it is just me, but this is something I ask myself all of the time. It feels like every time I get new clothes for my kids the next thing I know they are too small, stained, or already worn out. Kids grow fast and clothing can get a lot of wear and tear. Sometimes it seems hard to replace clothes as fast as children outgrow them and destroy them with stains and holes. As moms, we want to make sure our kids dress nice, are presentable, and are happy. Children can also be conscious of what they are wearing because they want to put their best foot forward, and sometimes even want to keep up with the latest trend. The question is how do we keep up with the demand and need for new clothing without going broke? This podcast episode will discuss: 5 ways to save money on children’s clothes How to rethink your clothing budget and how this also will teach your children financial literacy The number 1 thing you must consider when purchasing new clothes for your children Check out the podcast, hit subscr

Do you feel judged on your single motherhood journey? Are you questioning God's love for you and your children? Do you wonder if God's promises include you and your children? It is sad, but true that some people will look at you as if you are wearing, or should be wearing a scarlet letter. Some will automatically judge you as a sinner if you’re not married, and some will judge you if you were married, but are now divorced. Unfortunately, some will judge you without even knowing you simply because you are a single mother.  That’s why it’s important for you to know the reality of the world around you, so you can arm yourself with God’s love, and prepare yourself for the negativity that may come on your single motherhood journey.   In this podcast episode, Aisha is joined by Rev. Connie who is a single mom by choice, ordained Reverand, and is responsible for developing the curriculum for her church's youth ministry.  In this episode, she shares her experience with being judged by some people close to her, being

Are you resisting where God is trying to move you? Are you struggling to do things God’s way because it isn’t popular and you feel alone because you feel like no one understands why you are choosing to follow God? Do you struggle with letting go so God can become the guide of your life? These are all questions that I wrestled with in the past and even at times continue to wrestle with. Obedience to God is hard because we are used to self-reliance. People can disappoint us which can make it hard to see just how much we can rely on God.  At times we may even like to be in control and it can be frightening let go and depend on God especially when things aren’t going well or they are going slower than we would like. However, think about how many times we block our blessings because we don’t want to listen, we do things our own way, or are impatient.   In this podcast, we look at the story of Noah during the flood (Genesis 7) examine:   Why obedience is important The top 3 things that we can do to become more obe

Are you a single mom who is wondering if your children can pursue their dreams? Do you think that as a single mom, you and your children are destined for a life of lack? Are you trying to figure out how you can balance motherhood and still help your children thrive? In this podcast episode, Megan Motley of Goodness Gracious Cookies joins me to discuss how she was able to help her daughter achieve her dream of traveling to Japan.  Plus, she even helped other single moms send their children to Japan as well!  Megan also shares her story of how she helped to foster her daughter's talents and interests, what that meant for the household finances, and how she was able to balance that with her own career.  It is truly an inspiring podcast episode that will help show you what is possible as a single mom. In this episode, we cover a number of topics including: How to shift your mindset from having a fear that your children will experience lack because you are a single mom How to learn how to listen to discover what

As a single mom, there can be a lot of pressure on the household finances.  Expenses pop up out of seemingly nowhere. Childcare, school field trips, school clothes, and pretty much all aspects of childcare are expensive. Also, there is more financial risk and pressure in a single parent home because you are managing your household on one income. If you lose your job or your hours get reduced, then you could experience financial devastation.  Therefore, in addition to reducing and managing costs, it is important that we look for ways to maximize our income to help to minimize household financial risk. This podcast will teach you: 7 ways to earn extra income that doesn't involve getting a second job Why entrepreneurship is something you should consider + ideas on how to do it How to earn more money at your current job  Ways to earn extra money without starting a side business If you would like more information on the resources that I mentioned in the episode and also read the transcript of this podcast (which