365: 74% of Working Moms Are Running on Empty. Now What?

“There is enough for everyone. Enough time, enough opportunity, enough resources, enough love, enough patience.” -Tiffany Sauder

In this episode of Workday Playdate, Erin sits down with Tiffany Sauder, founder of Life of And, for a conversation about working motherhood, burnout, ambition, and building a life that actually feels sustainable. Tiffany challenges the idea that women simply need to “do more” or “manage their time better” and offers a more practical approach: build better systems, make intentional tradeoffs, and stop treating every season like it has to hold everything.

Through her Life of And framework, Tiffany helps ambitious women navigate the tension between meaningful work and meaningful presence. From her “not now” list to her “size of your yes” method, she shares tools for making decisions that honor both your current season and the life you’re still building.

Inside This Episode:

Abundance Over Scarcity: Tiffany shares why her guiding word is abundance and how believing there is enough time, opportunity, energy, and love can change the way we approach career and family.

Burnout Is a Systems Problem: Discover why burnout isn’t simply about being busy. Tiffany explains how putting in significant effort without feeling meaningful progress can leave high-achieving women depleted—and what to change instead.

Every Yes Has a Hidden Cost: A “yes” doesn’t just take the time listed on the calendar. Learn how to account for prep, cleanup, transitions, logistics, and emotional energy before committing.

From “I Can’t” to “I Don’t Know How Yet”: Tiffany explains how changing the language we use with ourselves can shift us from limitation and guilt toward ownership, creativity, and problem-solving.

The Power of the “Not Now” List: You don’t have to abandon a dream just because it doesn’t fit your current season. Tiffany shares how parking an idea for later can create peace without closing the door on what matters to you.

What to Do Now:

Calculate the Real Size of One Yes: Pick one commitment on your calendar and calculate its true time cost, including preparation, transitions, cleanup, and emotional energy. Then ask: Is this still a yes?

Create a “Not Now” List: Identify one goal, dream, or interest you’ve been feeling guilty about not pursuing. Instead of abandoning it, give yourself permission to say, “Not now.” Decide when you’ll revisit it.