Every year Christmas comes and goes, and every year we tell ourselves we’re going to start preparing for Christmas earlier next year. I don’t know about you, but I’ve recently grown very weary of neglecting my inner voice. The one that is crying out for simplicity and asking me to make room for what matters most to me. So this year, I’m ending that cycle and tending to my soul, and that includes planning ahead for Christmas. If you’re ready to simplify Christmas too, then keep ... VIEW POST
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How to Create an at Home Spa Day
If you're so tense your shoulders are up to your ears, it's time. When your to-do list keeps you awake at night, it's time. If you feel like your body needs a two-hour massage, it's time. It's time to relax and unwind with an at-home spa day. This post may contain affiliate links. Read our full disclosure and privacy policy here. How to Create an At-Home Spa Day Sometimes a spa day is the perfect way to unwind. The good news is you can easily create an affordable spa ... VIEW POST
How to Declutter Your Home and Life
Clutter often feels like a seemingly impossible obstacle that stands between you and peace. Clutter makes us feel stuck. It blocks personal growth, clouds our judgment and halts our dreams. Ultimately, clutter causes us to settle. At least this is the effect clutter had, and sometimes still has, on my life and I’m sure I’m no different than anyone else. So, I want to share my story of overcoming clutter to offer you hope and show you how to declutter your home and ... VIEW POST
8 Helpful Back to School Organization Ideas for Your Home
There's nothing like realizing the new school year is just around the corner to leave you feeling panicked. That's where I come in. I've coupled my eighteen years as a teacher with my experience as a professional organizer to bring you 8 helpful back to school organization ideas to help you get you and your child organized for school. Back to School Organization Ideas I'm no longer teaching and my daughter is past school age. But, I remember the nerves and stress of getting ready ... VIEW POST
5 Ways to Practice Self-Care This Summer
It's hard enough to fit in self-care during the school year, much less when the kids are home for Summer. So, how do you make time for Summer self-care? 5 Simple Summer Self-Care Ideas On one hand, Summer break means longer, more relaxed days. On the other hand, it's a disruption to our regular routine which can cause stress. So as you adjust to this new daily rhythm, it's important to know how to take care of yourself this Summer. How to Take Care of Yourself This ... VIEW POST
What to Pack in Your Beach Bag and How to Organize It
The weather is warming up and school is almost out for Summer. For many of us, that means family fun at the beach. So, I've rounded up all the beach bag essentials you need for a perfect beach day. Beach Bag Essentials The beach is my happy place. After many trips over many years, I've curated a list of beach must haves. Your list may look a little different than mine, but there are some items I believe belong on any beach essentials list. for each of us Beach Bag ... VIEW POST
How to UnPack and Organize After Moving
If you're in the midst of a move this summer, I get how stressful it is. And, how overwhelming moving into your new can be. I understand wanting to be done...to get your pictures on the walls. So, today I wanted to share some helpful tips on how to unpack and organize after moving. How to Unpack and Organize After Moving What happens inside the four walls we call home matters, it matters a lot. Which means creating a home is no small thing. Not only is it a big job, it's an important ... VIEW POST
How to Instantly Boost Your Self-Confidence
I think it's safe to say we all want to be confident. What makes you feel confident can be as unique as you. But, there's one self-confidence tip I've found to be universal. And it will give you the confidence boost you're looking for, fast. What is Self-Confidence and Why Is It Important? First, let's take a minute to talk define self-confidence. Simply put self-confidence is an acceptance of and trust in yourself and your ability to go through life. This acceptance and trust ... VIEW POST
17 Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Mom
Mother's Day is just around the corner. If you need help picking out the perfect gift, this Mother's Day gift guide is filled with thoughtful gift ideas for mom. Mother's Day Gift Guide First, let's reframe gift giving. I believe it becomes stressful because of one or more of these situations: Our budget is tight.We wait 'til the last-minute to shop.We put pressure ourselves to find the perfect gift. Think of yourself as the recipient. Would you want someone getting that ... VIEW POST
How to Balance Your Busy Schedule This May
From Mother's Day to Teacher Appreciation Week to End of School Year festivities, and that barely touches the surface, May if FULL. In fact, May is so busy it's earned the nickname Maycember. It can be stressful just thinking about it. But, I'm here to show you how to manage a busy schedule so you can relax and enjoy all the special moments. How to Manage Your Busy Schedule This May There are so many holidays and special occasions that fall in the month of May: end of ... VIEW POST
How to Set Up a Home Office
Have you been left wondering how to set up a home office? Keep reading for expert tips on planning and designing a work at home or personal use office that best suits your needs. How to Set Up a Home Office Setting up a home office for remote work or even for personal use isn't hard. It just requires a little thought and planning to create the best set up for focus and productivity. Home Office Planning The key to planning a home office is to remember it is a process. What you ... VIEW POST
A Self-Discovery Journey: Why Self-Worth is So Important
I've spent most of my life struggling with a low sense of self-worth. By the time I was in my early thirties, the lyrics to No One Is to Blame by Howard Jones had become my personal theme song. You can look at the menu, but you just can't eat You can feel the cushion, but you just can't have a seat You can dip your feet in the pool, but you can't have a swim It always seemed like everything good happened to and for other people. But one fateful evening, it was as if my soul ... VIEW POST
A Self-Discovery Journey: Facing My Dysfunctional Marriage
I knew I was struggling, but I didn't quite realize we were struggling. So, I buried myself in my role and hid in the shadows because I wanted to be a good wife and mom. (It sounds so counterintuitive now.) I remember when we first got married. I had dreams of being the perfect wife. I was going to blow Matt's mind with my cooking skills, home making abilities and willingness in the bedroom. Instead, I talked him through how to make dinner from the couch, nauseas from all day morning ... VIEW POST
A Self-Discovery Journey: The Long Way Home
I'd planned our itinerary for the next ten days, booked all the Airbnb's along the way, picked out every outfit, and was ready for our family road trip across the country. But, I couldn't have planned what actually happened. Hear the story of an unexpected self-discovery journey, and hopefully find your own self-discovery process. My Self-Discovery Journey I hesitate to even use the phrase self-discovery because it can come off as selfish and counter cultural to Christianity. But ... VIEW POST
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