In a season where everything feels important, how do you decide what actually matters?

In this episode of Homeschool Better Together, host Laney Homan sits down with Kayse Pratt, creator of Anchored Women, to talk about the power of monthly planning.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly reacting to life instead of living it with intention, this conversation will help you slow down, refocus, and create a rhythm that actually serves your family—and your faith.

Together, Laney and Kayse explore how stepping back once a month can reduce overwhelm, clarify priorities, and help you embrace your God-given limits instead of fighting them.

What You’ll Learn

Why monthly planning is more effective than just daily or weekly planning
How to reduce your mental load by seeing the bigger picture
Simple reflection questions to help you evaluate your current season
Why you can’t do it all—and why that’s actually a good thing
How to choose a focused priority without neglecting everything else
The connection between planning, stewardship, and faith
A healthier mindset that prevents planning from becoming another source of guilt

Resources Mentioned

Anchored Women (planning resources + community)
The Steadfast Over Scattered Planner
Free resource: Name Your Season Guide

Your Next Steps

Feeling inspired? Here are a few simple ways to take action:

Set aside 15–60 minutes this week for a monthly planning session
Ask yourself:
What was last month like?
What do I (and my family) need right now?
Choose:
1 habit goal
1 project goal
Pray over your month and ask for clarity in your focus
Give yourself permission to let go of what doesn’t fit this season