# 514: You Can’t Do It All (and That’s Okay): Surviving May

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Podcast: [Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wire-talk-with-karen-stubbs-639214)
Published: 2026-04-21T07:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1059

## Resource

May can feel overwhelming for moms, filled with endless events, expectations, and emotional moments.Today Karen offers practical wisdom to help you navigate the busyness without losing your joy (or your mind.) From setting realistic expectations to prioritizing what truly matters, this conversation is full of encouragement. Episode Recap: May is just December with sunscreen! (0:30) May feels chaotic with elementary schoolers - how do I get through? (4:40) Sit down with your high schooler and help them prioritize (9:10) Don’t be a wet blanket on your high schooler’s parade (10:15) Working mom here struggling with school events - help! (11:15) This season has me emotionally up and down with my Senior(14:35) Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV) “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” Discussion Questions: What part of May feels the most overwhelming for you right now? Are you trying to attend everything? What might you need to let go of? How can you involve your kids in deciding what matters most this month? Where are you feeling guilt, and is it justified or self-imposed? What is one small way you can slow down and enjoy this season? Resources: Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insider Pick up Karen’s Prayer Journal in the BOAW Store Want More of This Conversation? In the extended WT+ conversation, Karen and Emily get even more practical. Karen shares her system for breaking down exactly how to prioritize without feeling overwhelmed or stretched too thin. If you’re craving less stress and more clarity this month, don’t miss this part of the conversation! Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.

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