
Simply Convivial: Biblical Homemaking, Homeschooling & Mom Life—Without Burnout
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Ep 402A minimum viable morning routine (with Kat Lee!)
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanTake the free daily card to-do list challenge: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/dailycardMystie chats with Kat Lee from HelloMornings.org about being organized without being perfectionist and making the most of the very first few minutes of every day.Kat Lee is passionate about teaching others how to jump-start each day with a grace-filled, life-giving morning routine. She is the author of the Hello Mornings book, a speaker, podcaster, and the founder of HelloMornings.org. She and her husband, Jimmy, live in Waco, Texas, with their three children.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 401Home organization tips with Kristi Clover
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanMake a custom cleaning plan that works for you: simplyconvivial.com/cleanKristi is a go-to source for organization tips and she delivers today!Kristi Clover is a home organization and #momlife expert. She’s also the author of M.O.M.=Master Organizer of Mayhem and Homeschool Basics, the host of the Simply Joyful Podcast, and a popular conference speaker. Her passion is to help Christian women find sanity and joy in the throes of mom life. She loves to share about her adventures in motherhood and home life through a variety of media that you can find at KristiClover.com. Kristi lives in San Diego with her husband, Steve, and their five children.Be sure to connect with Kristi online for an extra dose of encouragement. She’s @KristiClover on most social media networks.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 400Organization isn't perfection - with Kristi Clover
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanOrganization doesn't have to be perfect. In fact, it can't be and won't be. But it's still worth working on.Kristi Clover is a home organization and #momlife expert. She’s also the author of M.O.M.=Master Organizer of Mayhem and Homeschool Basics, the host of the Simply Joyful Podcast, and a popular conference speaker. Her passion is to help Christian women find sanity and joy in the throes of mom life. She loves to share about her adventures in motherhood and home life through a variety of media that you can find at KristiClover.com. Kristi lives in San Diego with her husband, Steve, and their five children.Be sure to connect with Kristi online for an extra dose of encouragement. She’s @KristiClover on most social media networks.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 399Put down the phone and get outside (with Joy Cherrick)
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanWe have so much to do and so many distractions that we readily neglect the simple things that would connect us to the real world and real relationships best. One of those things is spending time enjoying the outdoors.Joy has some tips and a free challenge that will help you get outside with your kids with no pressure and no guilt. Find it here: https://naturestudyhacking.com/2023/04/25/screen-free-kids-get-outside-challenge-3/Find Joy's podcast here: https://naturestudyhacking.com/naturalist-kids-podcast/📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 398How gamification can work for busy, distracted moms
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanPlay Baby Step Bingo with us in July! https://simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelmChange things up in your routine and blast out of the blahs by seeing how you're winning while taking small baby steps.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 397Getting creative with your housework with Rosemary Bartlett
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanEnroll and do the Baby Step Bingo with us in July! https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelmWomen are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 396Why your weekly review isn't working for you
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanTake the Mom's Weekly Review Masterclass! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/weekly-review-masterclass/Perfectionism is getting in the way of your weekly review in insidious ways. Learn how to overcome perfectionism and find a baby step weekly review that works for you.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 395How to gamify chores for you and your family (with Leisa Moulton)
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanSpend July doing the Baby Step Bingo Challenge with Mystie & Leisa: https://simplyconvivial.com/membershipMystie and Leisa Moulton chat about how to make chores a less-dreaded thing we have to deal with.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 394Fixing Mom-Brain by Closing Open Loops
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanTake the Mom's Weekly Review Masterclass: https://www.simplyconvivial.info/weekly-review-masterclassOvercome perfectionism and start with baby steps as you work on organizing and planning. A 'weekly review', which is a practice to continually iterate, allows us to grasp our plans and obligations for the upcoming week. An integral part of this process is identifying and addressing 'open loops'. Coined by David Allen, 'open loops' refer to uncertainties, obligations, or commitments in one's life that are undefined and might be causing stress or anxiety. They are the things that are on one's mind but are not being actively addressed. The first step in tackling these open loops is by ‘brain dumping’, which involves writing down all the things that are occupying your mind. This practice helps make them specific rather than vague, reducing the feeling of overwhelm. The next step is to focus on particular issues among these open loops, and take baby steps to address them. Essentially, regular brain dumping and reviewing of these lists in a weekly review can lead to better organization and reduction of stress.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 393When you feel guilty for resting (with Stefani Mons)
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanJoin us inside Convivial Circle: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelmIn this episode, Stefani discusses her struggle with balancing productivity and taking necessary breaks. She finds it challenging to pause her work because she always sees something more to be done. However, she has realized the importance of taking breaks to prevent burnout and maintain her well-being. Initially, she attempted productive breaks, such as reading, but found them ineffective. Ultimately, she started taking 10-minute midday breaks where she lays down and does nothing, helping her reset. Additionally, she has scheduled end-of-day downtime for herself to spend quality time with her family.Main Takeaways:Constant Productivity Can Lead to Burnout: Stefani highlights the challenge faced by many individuals, particularly those who have a high focus on productivity, in taking breaks due to the never-ending to-do list. This can lead to feeling constantly frazzled and burnt out.Intentional Breaks are Essential for Well-being: She emphasizes the importance of intentional breaks during the day, especially ones that are truly restful and not just a change in activity. These breaks can prevent burnout, making individuals more effective in the long term.Iterative Approach to Finding What Works: It’s important to find what kind of break works for you. Stefani iterated through different types of breaks until she found that simply doing nothing for a short period was the most beneficial. Everyone needs to experiment and adjust their break schedules according to what suits them best.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 392Hospitality Tips with Bess Hawthorne
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanGet mostly-daily, bite-sized encouraging emails by signing up here: https://simplyconvivial.com/newsletterBess is a wife, mother of 5, and grandmother of 3! She currently teaches full time at Logos School and hosts the podcast, Come Over for Dinner!, on all the ways to make hospitality practical and fun. Apart from her family, Bess’s days are lively with the bustling energy of second graders whom she teaches full-time. She jestingly remarks that she “attends second grade every day”. Her teaching journey is paired with the podcast she hosts, where she and her guests delve into the practical aspects of hospitality. From sharing favorite recipes to discussing must-have kitchen items, her podcast serves as a trove of inspiration and guidance.The practice of hospitality is not just about inviting people over but also about serving and giving to others, including family members. True hospitality involves sacrificing personal standards of perfection for the sake of fellowship and building relationships. In unexpected or less-than-ideal situations, it is important to maintain a positive attitude, understanding that sometimes these incidents can be humorous when viewed in retrospect. Having a sense of humor, especially about one’s imperfections, is valuable in building character and maintaining a joyful spirit. 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 391Dealing with Perfectionism with Bess Hawthorne
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanGet mostly-daily, bite-sized encouraging emails by signing up here: https://simplyconvivial.com/newsletterBess is a wife, mother of 5, and grandmother of 3! She currently teaches full time at Logos School and hosts the podcast, Come Over for Dinner!, on all the ways to make hospitality practical and fun. Apart from her family, Bess’s days are lively with the bustling energy of second graders whom she teaches full-time. She jestingly remarks that she “attends second grade every day”. Her teaching journey is paired with the podcast she hosts, where she and her guests delve into the practical aspects of hospitality. From sharing favorite recipes to discussing must-have kitchen items, her podcast serves as a trove of inspiration and guidance.Bess identifies perfectionism as a common hurdle that many women face. This paralyzing mindset, which dictates that if something can’t be executed flawlessly it shouldn’t be undertaken at all, can be stifling. Bess is no stranger to this challenge. She admits that her natural inclination is toward perfectionism, wanting things to be ‘just so’. She's a planner by nature. Through personal experience, she shares insights on how to overcome this hindrance. One of the most profound pieces of advice Bess offers is to view oneself as a character in God’s story. Citing the author N.D. Wilson, she encourages individuals to see themselves as part of a larger narrative. This perspective can be transformative. 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 390How to go from scattered to reliable, with Dallas Nachtigall
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanGet mostly-daily, bite-sized encouraging emails by signing up here: https://simplyconvivial.com/newsletterDallas Nachtigall is an artist by training, a wife and a mom of three. As she researched homeschooling, she was thrilled to learn that art education, drawing, and nature journaling could be integral pieces of her kids' education.So, at age 28, she picked up where her academic life had ended after college. She now teaches homeschool families around the globe drawing and art skills through video courses, podcasting, and in-person workshops. She loves the continuing challenge of self-education and the freedom to teach and work at home.You can find her at bestowingthebrush.com where she also has free art and growth mindset resources.Dallas Nachtigall discusses time management and attitude management in this conversation. She emphasizes the importance of stewarding the limited time we have and mentions time boxing as a helpful method, where specific hours are dedicated to specific activities. Dallas acknowledges the need to keep returning to these habits and maintaining discipline. She also discusses the usefulness of a "brain dump" to manage her thoughts and emotions, which helps her gain clarity, work through issues, and recognize what needs to be prayed about. Recognizing the value of externalizing thoughts, she explains how it helps to reduce stress and anxiety. 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 389What to do when you're irritable, with Dallas Nachtigall
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanGet mostly-daily, bite-sized encouraging emails by signing up here: https://simplyconvivial.com/newsletterDallas Nachtigall is an artist by training, a wife and a mom of three. As she researched homeschooling, she was thrilled to learn that art education, drawing, and nature journaling could be integral pieces of her kids' education.So, at age 28, she picked up where her academic life had ended after college. She now teaches homeschool families around the globe drawing and art skills through video courses, podcasting, and in-person workshops. She loves the continuing challenge of self-education and the freedom to teach and work at home.You can find her at bestowingthebrush.com where she also has free art and growth mindset resources.Dallas Nachtigall discusses time management and attitude management in this conversation. She emphasizes the importance of stewarding the limited time we have and mentions time boxing as a helpful method, where specific hours are dedicated to specific activities. Dallas acknowledges the need to keep returning to these habits and maintaining discipline. She also discusses the usefulness of a "brain dump" to manage her thoughts and emotions, which helps her gain clarity, work through issues, and recognize what needs to be prayed about. Recognizing the value of externalizing thoughts, she explains how it helps to reduce stress and anxiety.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 388Choosing Joy, with Katie Westenberg
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanIn this conversation, Katie Westenberg discusses practical tips for staying faithful to God in moments of disappointment and overwhelm. We must prepare in advance by investing time daily in reading the Bible, even when it may not always feel productive or inspiring in the moment. Our devotional time is an investment in a "debit account" we can draw from later. She also emphasizes the importance of having friends who can speak truth into one's life and call out negative beliefs or thought patterns. When faced with overwhelming situations, Katie recommends aligning oneself with the truth of God's word and what it says about Him, rather than giving into fear or anxiety. Ultimately, she stresses the value of having a strong foundation of faith and staying connected to God, even during challenging times.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 387Ack! There's never enough time! with Katie Westenberg
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanOvercome overwhelm with my free workshop: AnswerOverwhelm.comKatie Westenberg, a Christian author and speaker, shares her perspective on how to deal with overwhelming situations. Our capacity for dealing with stress can change throughout our lives and is dependent on our circumstances. We need to be aware enough to diagnose whether the problem is spiritual or physical and seek God's guidance in both areas. She suggests that if the problem is physical, practical changes can help. However, if the problem is spiritual, we need to focus on our relationship with God and examine our faith. Katie suggests connecting with other women for help during tough seasons.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 386What is women's work?
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanWomen were created by God, in his image, with biological distinctions that separate and distinguish them from men. God not only created humans, male and female, but He also created work for them. In the perfect garden, mankind had a job. Because God made both women and work, we must look to Scripture to determine what makes up women's work.Unfortunately, many women, especially Christian women, struggle with home management, motherhood, and figuring out what they ought to be doing. There is a lack of direction and instruction in the Christian world today for women who want to be faithful to Christ in their homes. The gospel touches and transforms our whole lives, bringing us into greater conformity with God's revealed will.Both men and women have the duty to love God with all their hearts, minds, and strength. Both have the call and ability to know God more deeply and personally through prayer, Scripture, and corporate worship. The fruit of the Spirit applies equally to both men and women, but the opportunities and expression of that fruit will be different. God made men and women different by nature and gives them different roles so that we better image the glory and complexity of God Himself.The Bible has much to say about the duties of women, with one passage giving us a comprehensive glimpse of our job description: Titus 2:3-5. God makes it clear that real kingdom work is done through families in homes. Women are not to stay home in order to keep small. Instead, God tells women to cultivate a fruitful life from their own home base because they are the cultivators of beauty and glory and the home is the best place to build beauty and glory. 📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 385Don't homeschool for the camera
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanFree 7-Day Stop the Scroll Challenge: https://www.simplyconvivial.info/stop-the-scroll/The rise of social media has been a double-edged sword for many of us. On the one hand, it's never been easier to keep in touch with friends and family from all around the world, but on the other hand, social media can also have some significant negative effects on our mental and emotional health, as well as our relationships. This is especially true for homeschooling moms, who may find themselves constantly comparing their own lives to the seemingly perfect lives of others on platforms like Instagram.The problem with Instagram, in particular, is that it works as a comparison machine. When we scroll through our feed, we're bombarded with images of other people's lives, which our minds then evaluate and analyze. If the photo seems acceptable, our minds register it as good, which can then lead to feelings of obligation. For example, if we see a picture of someone's perfectly organized kitchen, we may feel like we should be doing more to improve our own living spaces.The images we see on Instagram can also shape our conception of normal, which can be a good thing when it comes to passing down cultural practices from one generation to the next. However, in the world of social media, our perception of what's normal is more shaped by what other people choose to post online than by interpersonal interactions in physical social contexts.For homeschooling moms, the constant exposure to images of other people's homeschooling experiences can be especially problematic. We may find ourselves constantly comparing our own homeschooling practices to those of others, which can lead to feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt. Additionally, we may start to view our own lives through the lens of Instagram, constantly thinking about what's "Instagrammable" and how we can document our own experiences to make them look better on social media.To avoid these negative effects, it's important for homeschooling moms to be mindful of their social media usage. Try going a week without looking at or posting on Facebook or Instagram, and see if you notice any unhealthy patterns of relating that you didn't even realize were happening. Remember, Instagram is just a highlight reel of someone's life, and it's not a true reflection of what life is really like. So, take a step back, and focus on what really matters - building meaningful relationships with your family and creating a fulfilling homeschooling experience for yourself and your children.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 384How to get a grip on your thoughts, with Laney Homan
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanWhen we aim for completion rather than faithfulness we can get sucked down into resenting the work in front of us. The room you just cleaned needs cleaned again, and the laundry will never be forever done. Changing our goal to being faithful in our work rather than being done with our work is such a helpful shift.Laney Homan is a wife of 25 years and mother to eight children ages 6 to 23, and works from home as the member success manager for Your Morning Basket. She homeschools her five youngest kids who are elementary through high-school aged, and knows what it feels like to have a lot to keep track of. Some of her favorite things are reading and visiting her local coffee shop. And today she joins us with words of encouragement for the Mom who feels scattered and overwhelmed.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 383Even if you're a naturally messy person, you can learn to love cleaning!
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanFree how-to-make-a-cleaning-plan guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/cleanWhen I was a young mom and homemaker, I read blogs and books on keeping house better. I didn’t love housework, but I did want to do a good job. I wanted to be a good housewife, a good homemaker.I would try to do the cleaning routines promoted by bloggers. I copied lists and plans from magazines. I asked friends who had clean houses how they did it.But having a clean house just seemed like one of those things that was not going to happen for me. I would go in fits and spurts, but no routines or consistent level of cleanliness ever stuck.The only thing I was master of was the boom and bust cycle: Go on a cleaning frenzy, make a ton of progress all in a day, collapse exhausted from the effort, and wake up sad the next day that the work all had to be done again.What I know now, nearly twenty years later, is that I was missing two things: 1) an unconscious preference for neatness and 2) an understanding of the nature of cleaning.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 382To all the scattered moms, from Laney Homan
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanFree EHAP (Whole House Tidy Time!) Guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/ehapAs moms we can easily feel scattered, like all the different responsibilities we have are pulling us in different directions, and like there’s never enough time to get it all done. Homeschool moms especially can struggle with this because they have the all the schooling duties in addition keeping the home running. When we aim for completion rather than faithfulness we can get sucked down into resenting the work in front of us. The room you just cleaned needs cleaned again, and the laundry will never be forever done. Changing our goal to being faithful in our work rather than being done with our work is such a helpful shift.Laney Homan is a wife of 25 years and mother to eight children ages 6 to 23, and works from home as the member success manager for Your Morning Basket. She homeschools her five youngest kids who are elementary through high-school aged, and knows what it feels like to have a lot to keep track of. Some of her favorite things are reading and visiting her local coffee shop. And today she joins us with words of encouragement for the Mom who feels scattered and overwhelmed.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 381Recovering from Overwhelm, with Sarah Beals
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanYou don't have to stay stuck in overwhelm. Free workshop: AnswerOverwhelm.comSarah is a mom of six and grandmother of four. She lives in beautiful New England and is in her 27th year of homeschooling. She is passionate about books, decorating, hospitality, strong coffee and BBC drama. She blogs at Joyfilleddays.com where she talks about all aspects of Christian living.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 380What to do when your house is a wreck
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanChange your internal narrative: https://simplyconvivial.com/storyI bet I’m not the only one who has stood in the middle of the house, staring. Everywhere I looked, there was a task screaming for my attention. Every room needed to be decluttered, cleaned, and organized. It felt like there wasn’t a single thing that was the way it was supposed to be.The to-do is so long, it’s impossible to know where to start. And that’s just the written to-do list. The mental to-do list, kept in my head, was even longer. It left me feeling a sense of impending doom. There was no such thing as catching up. I had zero chance of even knowing, much less doing, all the things I ought to be doing.If you find yourself in a similar place, where you have multiple responsibilities, all with many duties, many tasks, some urgent, some important, many unlisted and possibly unknown, so that you feel overwhelmed by life, there is hope.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 379How to declutter other people's stuff
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanJoin the declutter challenge for February! https://www.simplyconvivial.com/membershipThe best thing to declutter is other people's stuff, right?! Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 378How to get better at keeping house
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanConquer home chaos, to-do list overwhelm, and personal discouragement so you can joyfully serve God in all your callings.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 377Time management for the highly distractible mom, with Ashley Weaver
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanStart homeschooling: https://joyful-noise-learning.ck.page/e1e764f683Ashley didn't realize how distractible she was until the details of life started piling on with motherhood. She shares her journey to walk in faithfulness despite herself in today's episode.Ashley is a former English teacher, and current homeschool Mom of three elementary age kids. She shares about her favorite Biblically-based, Charlotte Mason inspired homeschool resources and tips on her YouTube channel Joyful Noise Learning. Ashley loves to make people laugh and to inspire others to live from the joy of Jesus among the noise in life and homeschooling.Ashley's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JoyfulNoiseLiving/featuredWomen are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 376Managing Mom-Life with ADHD with Ashley Weaver
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanStart homeschooling: https://joyful-noise-learning.ck.page/e1e764f683Ashley didn't realize how distractible she was until the details of life started piling on with motherhood. She shares her journey to walk in faithfulness despite herself in today's episode.Ashley is a former English teacher, and current homeschool Mom of three elementary age kids. She shares about her favorite Biblically-based, Charlotte Mason inspired homeschool resources and tips on her YouTube channel Joyful Noise Learning. Ashley loves to make people laugh and to inspire others to live from the joy of Jesus among the noise in life and homeschooling.Ashley's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JoyfulNoiseLiving/featuredWomen are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 375How to stop feeling scattered & pulled in too many directions
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanFree Cleaning Routine Guide: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/cleanhouseWe all feel distracted and scattered at times. But that doesn't stop the work from piling up. We need to have some solid strategies for digging in and making progress.Today's Simply Convivial episode has 5 tips to stay on task at home -5 ways you can turn on productive mode and get things done even when you're easily distracted and scattered.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 374The Most Important Tool for Organizing Your Attitude, with Bethany Barendregt
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanLearn how to handle perfectionism with my free workshop: NoMorePerfectionism.comThe best antidote to perfectionism is to pray. Being in prayer is fruitful and most necessary to our spiritual walk and fighting sin in our lives. We should be thanking God for everything we have been given, and asking him to make us aware of our sinful desires. So ask God for grace, ask to be reminded of his perfection, ask for an increased awareness of his holiness and ask that God’s goodness and faithfulness would be manifest in your home even when things are not perfect. God delights to answer these prayers. Bethany Barendregt is wife to Alex and mama to their five kids ages 6-14. She works from home as founder/creative director for Women Encouraged and hosts their podcast, and occasionally helps as a substitute teacher at her kids’ Classical Christian school. She currently serves at her local church in women’s ministry, planning and leading Bible studies and keeping women connected in God’s word through various means. Bethany is passionate about Bible literacy and enjoys writing and speaking to share hope for everyday life, but she would love nothing more than to sit down for a cup of coffee with you and talk about how the gospel changes everything.Find Bethany online:http://bethanybarendregt.com/https://www.instagram.com/bethanyjbarendregt/https://www.women-encouraged.com/https://www.instagram.com/womenencouraged/Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 373What is a home routine? Why are they so hard?
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanFree Cleaning Routine Guide: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/cleanhouseSometimes our housekeeping routines are hard to manage because we don't even know what kind of a project it is.How many times have you sat at the table with your calendar and a notebook, listing out what needs to be done, looking at the lay of your week, and determining what should happen when?You create a plan to get all the housework done on a consistent basis so nothing ever gets out of hand.The first week, you work your plan. It seems to work – mostly – except that it takes more time than you thought. That’s ok. You know that if you stick with it for a few more weeks, not only will it not take you as long, but you’ll also gain the upper hand in your home and eventually things will be mostly clean, most of the time.There’s only one problem.You don’t stick with it for a few more weeks.Here's why it's so hard to make and keep a set of routines consistently.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 372When Life Feels Upside Down, with Bethany Barendregt
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanLearn how to handle perfectionism with my free workshop: NoMorePerfectionism.comSometimes our desire to do well at our vocations turns into a desire for perfectionism which leaves us discouraged and defeated. Bethany gives us the truth straight: perfectionism is idolatry we must repent of and replace with worship of our Creator. You're not going to do yourself any favors if you cling to idols. Perfectionism leads us into pride and a critical spirit and all manner of other sins. It is not the same thing as a high standard or a love of excellence - both of which must remain submitted to God's Word.Bethany Barendregt is wife to Alex and mama to their five kids ages 6-14. She works from home as founder/creative director for Women Encouraged and hosts their podcast, and occasionally helps as a substitute teacher at her kids’ Classical Christian school. She currently serves at her local church in women’s ministry, planning and leading Bible studies and keeping women connected in God’s word through various means. Bethany is passionate about Bible literacy and enjoys writing and speaking to share hope for everyday life, but she would love nothing more than to sit down for a cup of coffee with you and talk about how the gospel changes everything.Find Bethany online:http://bethanybarendregt.com/https://www.instagram.com/bethanyjbarendregt/https://www.women-encouraged.com/https://www.instagram.com/womenencouraged/Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 371The mind-blowing secret for sticking with your goals
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanHave a goal to keep a cleaner house? Set up a cleaning routine that fits your life, not someone else's. Get the free guide here: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/cleanhouseIt is not unusual to make progress for 2-3 weeks in January on those big goals and then peter out. By the end of February, it might have been weeks since you thought about those goals.No worries – after all, there’s still most of the year ahead, right? You can pick those goals back up when X is over.That kind of thinking is what got you to this place where you haven’t thought about your goals at all for 2-3 weeks.How are we going to stay consistent with our goals with an on-again, off-again pattern? That’s not consistency and it’s not motivating.To stay consistent with goals we don’t need more motivation and we don’t need more grit. Instead, sticking with your goals comes from attention and awareness.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 370Overcoming Depression, with Karen Head
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanGet module 1 of Organize Your Attitude for free: https://www.simplyconvivial.info/storyKaren continues her story of battling and overcoming depression as a homeschooling farm-wife mom.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 369The first thing to declutter is your attitude
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean🏆 Get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelmDecluttering the stuff is really the least important kind of decluttering we can do. With more time at home around our families that will become evident. We might think that our problem is that everyone has too much stuff and if we just solved the stuff problem, then we’d get along, then we’d not be irritable, then life would be good.The first thing we actually need to declutter is our attitude. Yes, I like to say we need to organize our attitude, but decluttering is often the first step in getting organized – with attitudes as well as stuff. And we can take a similar process, as well.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 368Depressed, Stuck in Bed, & Fearful, with Karen Head
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanGet module 1 of Organize Your Attitude for free: https://www.simplyconvivial.info/storyKaren tells her story about falling into depression, how it affected her, and how she finally began recovering.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 367Ask your husband what he thinks about your homemaking (with Gemma M)
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanWomen are homemakers, but the husband is the head of the home. How do we dance this dance together, creating a family and life together than glorifies God? It begins by being on the same page, which means it begins with conversation. Gemma was nervous to ask her husband what he thought of her homemaking and the state of their house, but when she got over her fear and asked a simple question, she was stunned and encouraged at his response. Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 366A total life makeover begins with small steps - with Gracie Madgwick
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanGet a year of homemaking coaching: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelmGracie is a west coast California girl transplanted to the wheat fields of the Midwest. She loves her God-given callings of daughter of the King of kings, wife to her husband, Stephen, and mother and teacher to their eight children. Some of her greatest joys are time spent home educating her children, a good family read aloud, toddler antics, and a hot cup of British-style black tea!Before Gracie joined Simply Convivial, she felt chronic overwhelm and discouragement in addition to stress from trying to keep up but not having the tools or mindset to properly approach family home life.Gracie needed a sense of control and a set of skills, and she found those through the Simplified Organization courses.She learned that when implementing new practices in any area of life, it's hard to see our own growth. Growth is slow. It's not overnight. It's hard to notice where we've grown. So it's helpful when we can get outside input. Gracie would ask her husband because she knew he has seen her grow through this process.Gracie said: "Simplified Organization is not just self-help. There's a lot of self-help out there where you just kind of grab what you want. But the way you've structured Simply Convivial and the community coaching program is always reminding of of what God wants for us and what He calls us to."Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 365When your kids are bored on school break
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanTeaching our children how to manage their time and their expectations is an important part of our role as parents, and the feeling of boredom can be a good opportunity. But it can get tiresome. It can also be frustrating, because when they had school work they complained that they had no time, but then when they have time, they complain that they’re bored.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 3643 Basic Planning Pieces that Beat Stress - with Clarissa Ramsey
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanFeeling stressed and frazzled? Always one step behind? Dropping balls?Clarissa realized it was perfectionism tripping her up and making her feel overwhelmed. Because she couldn't get everything organized exactly the way she'd want it in one day, she'd never start. Her perfectionism was making her home life chaotic and stressed.Hear her story of how she overcame her perfectionism with three simple, standard planning practices. You'll be encouraged that there is a way out of the chaos!Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 363Discouraged? Procrastinating? Find a homemaking mentor to help you get started!
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanFind a mentor: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelmLet me help you organize your attitude and dig into the good work God has given you in your home. Here at Simply Convivial, we beat overwhelm and replace perfectionism with baby steps as we learn to manage family life well. I'm so glad you've joined me today. Grab a basket of laundry to fold and let's dig in. 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 362A Total Home Life Makeover - with Pastor's wife Naomi Marks
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanFree Brain Dump Guide: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/braindumpOverwhelmed and exhausted? Postpartum blues making life hard? There is hope and a way out. Naomi shares her story of how baby steps and a game plan helped her transform her busy family home so that she's no longer stressed and frustrated with her life. Join Mystie & Naomi for Simplified Organization Community Coaching! https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 361Notice what works and then iterate for progress
Iteration starts by noticing what's good and right, not broken and messy.
Ep 360Housework is a team effort - build your dream team
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanNo, you don't have to get all the housework done by yourself. However, you might have more help at your fingertips than you realize. Be sure to make use of your available resources as you make a workable cleaning plan!Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 359Powerful day job vs. cooking & snot - balancing priorities with Joy Pullmann
Do you ever compare your life now, changing diapers and wiping goopy noses, to your previous life?
Ep 358The ministry of feeding people, with Jamie Erickson
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanIs your grocery budget troubling you? Even though it's hard as prices increase, Jamie reminds us that feeding people is a good work and it's ok if it costs us money.When she’s not curating memories, hoarding vintage books, or playing ringmaster to her circus of five blissfully abnormal kids, Jamie Erickson can be found encouraging and equipping a growing tribe of mothers all across the globe.Find Jamie online -At her blog: https://www.theunlikelyhomeschool.com/On her podcast: http://momtomompodcast.com/On IG: @unlikely_homeschoolBuy her book: https://amzn.to/3NpbPwR📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 357What to do when you feel scattered and crazy
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanHow to find cheerfulness when life feels chaotic...Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 356Managing life bravely, with Jamie Erickson
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanIrritation could be a sign that something deeper is wrong than a few logistical headaches. The truth is that irritation is simply anger, and we need to deal with it according to its real nature if we're going to deal with it effectively at all.When she’s not curating memories, hoarding vintage books, or playing ringmaster to her circus of five blissfully abnormal kids, Jamie Erickson can be found encouraging and equipping a growing tribe of mothers all across the globe.Find Jamie online -At her blog: https://www.theunlikelyhomeschool.com/On her podcast: http://momtomompodcast.com/On IG: @unlikely_homeschoolBuy her book: https://amzn.to/3NpbPwR📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 355Fixing Mom Burnout - you don't have to be burnt out!
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanBurning out is not something that needs to happen, even if life is going crazy.Women are the backbone of society, so we must be free from cultural lies & personal guilt and have the freedom of good habits and self-control so we can build God-honoring families and communities.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm1. Create focused plans 2. Find regular time for clearing mental clutter.3. Pursue a creative outlet.4. Take a technology Sabbath weekly and unwired vacations.5. Know your personality, your social role, your strengths, and work with them. 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 354Planning tips & tricks with Mackenzie Koppa
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanPlanning helps us see what's going on in our lives so we can handle it without stress. Mackenzie shares some great tips for making planning a stress-free activity.Mackenzie is a podcaster, voice actor, and YouTuber who helps women fight the overwhelm and stress in their lives with planning and lifestyle solutions so that they can live well in the midst of life's chaos. Mackenzie is a single mom of four kids ages 7 to 16, and you can find her podcast Live Well Anyway, wherever you listen to podcasts.Find Mackenzie online -At her blog: https://mackenziekoppa.com/On her podcast: https://mackenziekoppa.com/podcastOn IG: @mackenziekoppa📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean
Ep 3535 ways to be more realistic when you plan
3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/cleanAs moms, we plan a lot, but are we doing realistic planning? The internet is full of self-help productivity advice. If you look into how to organize your life, so many options pop up. However, so many of them are not realistic for moms.📖 Get my latest book: How to Use a Planner Without Wasting Timehttps://amzn.to/3CcRzuy➡️ Take the free daily card challenge and practice with me! https://www.simplyconvivial.info/todo-list/🏆 Enroll in Simply Convivial Continuing Education and get practical life management mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm1. Create focused plans 2. Find regular time for clearing mental clutter.3. Pursue a creative outlet.4. Take a technology Sabbath weekly and unwired vacations.5. Know your personality, your social role, your strengths, and work with them. 3Rs of Meaningful Housework: simplyconvivial.com/clean