In this episode of Dream to Done, I dive into one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools for busy moms—carpooling. If you're juggling multiple kids with multiple schedules and often feel like you need to be in two places at once, this episode is for you.

I share my real-life experiences (the good, the stressful, and the hilarious!) of managing four kids and their many activities—all without another driver in the house. From building a supportive community to saving time, money, and your sanity, I give you practical carpooling tips and systems that actually work.

You’ll learn:

• The top three reasons every mom should consider carpooling
• Best practices to keep carpools running smoothly
• What to pack in your go bag for smoother waits
• How to align your kids’ activities to make logistics easier
• Why it’s okay to say NO to overscheduling
• How carpooling gave her a front-row seat to her kids’ social lives—and how it helped her support them better

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer number of drop-offs and pickups, tune in and take notes—you might just find your next mom-life hack.

🎒 Resources Mentioned:
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Ever wonder why it’s so hard to stick to your goals—or why some people seem to thrive on structure while others resist it completely? In this episode of Dream to Done, I share a “book report” on The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin and explain how understanding your personality type can be the game-changer you need for actually getting things done.

Whether you’re an Upholder, Questioner, Rebel, or Obliger (spoiler: 41% of us are!), I break down the unique strengths and struggles of each type and shows how to use this self-awareness to your advantage—especially in the messy middle of motherhood.

🎯 If you’re tired of feeling stuck, frustrated, or like you’re constantly putting yourself last, this episode is your permission slip to work with your personality instead of against it.

In this episode:

• An overview of The Four Tendencies framework by Gretchen Rubin
  
  
• How each personality type (Upholder, Questioner, Rebel, Obliger) responds to expectations
  
  
• The most common tendency—and why it matters for moms
  
  
• Why Obligers struggle to meet their own goals (and how to fix it)
  
  
• The truth about “Obliger Rebellion” and burnout
  
  
• Real-life examples of how knowing your tendency changes everything
  
  
• Why external accountability might be the key to finally taking action
  
  
• A free quiz to help you find your tendency—and what to do with it
  
  
  

Mentioned in this episode:

• The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin: https://amzn.to/44yMObV
  
  
• Free quiz: https://www.gretchenrubin.com/quiz
  
  
• Book a free call: https://www.jessicaericksoncoaching.com/free-call