If you’ve ever opened the fridge to a half-empty container of roasted veggies, a random scoop of quinoa, or one lonely grilled chicken breast—and thought, “What on earth am I supposed to do with this?”—you’re not alone.

Ever felt overwhelmed while staring at a food label? You’re not alone. Between the long, scientific ingredient names and the flashy marketing claims (“all-natural!” “sugar-free!” “immune-boosting!”), it can feel like you need a degree just to pick out cereal.

As busy women, it can often feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day to prioritize our health, let alone plan and cook healthy meals! Between work, family, and everything else life throws your way, meal planning may feel like just another task on your already overflowing to-do list. But I’m here to tell you: meal planning can be your secret weapon to making your week not only stress-free but healthy too!

If you’re like most of us you’ve probably struggled a time or two (or several times!) with reaching a goal you had for yourself. Maybe you’ve had a hard time achieving a health and wellness goal you laid out for yourself like running a 5K or eliminating sweets. Or perhaps you’ve struggled with other goals like getting a promotion at work or a better score on a test at school.