You’re Doing Better Than You Think: Finding Gratitude in the Chaos

Have you ever been so busy chasing the next goal, solving the next problem, or keeping up with the next season of life that you forgot to just stop and breathe? Same, friend.

Life moves fast—especially as moms. Between school drop-offs, dinner plans, holiday prep, and trying to keep the laundry mountain from turning into a full-blown avalanche, it’s easy to forget how far we’ve actually come.

But here’s the truth: you’re doing better than you think.

🌿 Taking a Moment to Pause

In my latest podcast episode, I invited listeners to pause and reflect. Not on what still needs fixing or what didn’t go perfectly—but on what’s good. On what’s working.

It’s so easy to get caught up in the noise of self-doubt or comparison. We scroll through social media and see everyone else’s highlight reel—clean homes, smiling kids, coordinated outfits—and think, “Why can’t I keep up?”

But we forget that we’re living in the middle of our own answered prayers. Maybe the job you have now was once something you begged for. Maybe the family you’re raising was once just a dream. Maybe the peace you’ve found now came from battles you didn’t think you’d survive.

So pause. Look around. You’re doing better than you think.

💫 Gratitude Over Perfection

Gratitude doesn’t make your problems disappear—it just gives you a clearer view of what truly matters. When we focus on gratitude, even the messiest parts of life start to look a little more meaningful.

Those piles of dishes? Proof you fed your family. The never-ending to-do list? Evidence that people rely on you because you’re capable. The holiday stress? A sign that you care deeply about creating memories for the people you love.

And while this time of year can bring its share of overwhelm, it can also be an invitation—to slow down, give yourself grace, and celebrate your small wins.

❤️ Trusting the Process

Growth doesn’t always feel like growth while it’s happening. Sometimes it looks like holding it together on two hours of sleep, or crying in the car before walking into work, or reminding yourself that you can do hard things because you already have.

Trust that every step—even the shaky ones—are part of your story unfolding. God’s timing isn’t rushed, and neither is yours.

You don’t need to have everything figured out right now. You just need to keep showing up, one faithful step at a time.

🌸 A Gentle Reminder

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or stuck in comparison, I hope this reminder sinks deep into your heart: You’re not behind. You’re not failing. You’re not alone.

You are growing, learning, and becoming—one day at a time. So give yourself credit for how far you’ve come. Celebrate your progress, not just your perfection.

You’re doing better than you think, my friend.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: