Just as with most things in life, decluttering is NOT a destination, it's a journey. Just because you declutter once, doesn't mean that is the end. You have to continue on with the process and be more mindful of the items that enter your home. Even though I had decluttered the kitchen earlier this year, … Continue reading Decluttering for the Holidays
Cleaver title huh? Starting Monday, I will be doing a "No Spend Month." for the month of November. If you are unfamiliar with a "No Spend Month (or NSP for short)," you can check out my previous blog post HERE.Basically a NSP is where you only spend on the essentials (food, utilities and other bills) … Continue reading “NoSpendVember.”
“If you're always racing to the next moment, what happens to the one you're in? Slow down and enjoy the moment you're in and live your life to the fullest.” ― Nanette Mathews A month into my "new" self care habits and I can already see [and feel] the difference.I first started focusing on a … Continue reading Slowing Down.
Lately, I've been having such smooth flowing mornings.Once school started for my preschooler, I wanted to nail down a calm, yet productive morning routine. This routine is just a jist of what usually happens on my "full" solo days with the kids. Wake up times can vary (especially depending on nap times the day before) … Continue reading My Morning Routine [w/ 3 Kids]
In my previous post, I wrote about how I was refocusing prioritizing myself. As a mom, I tend to focus so much attention on the kids and being a homemaker. While this isn't necessarily a bad thing, I realized I need to make myself happy to, as an individual.While I do a good chunk of … Continue reading Self Care.
Can you believe it's the last full week of September? This month has literally been the most stressful and filled with such a roller coaster of emotions.I've interacted with my parents and siblings more than ever. I've even made unexpected friends and lost some unexpected ones in the process. Though life we experience different events … Continue reading Refocusing.
This week has been yet another roller coaster of emotions. But I've tried to stay consistent with fitness and eating healthy since I know when I am active and nourished well, my mind is more calm.I try to implement a two day max rule; if I go with more than two days without working out, … Continue reading Consistency.
This week, my mood got a little better. So did my energy. It was just too hot and muggy last week. I meant to do a recap of week four of our "no spend month," but I just didn't have the energy. Between prepping for my daughter's birthday party and a mini trip, not to mention … Continue reading No Spend Month Recap.
It's week three of our no spend month. I must admit that during the middle of week two to now - it got hard. The first week and a half was a breeze. But some things have happened along the way, mostly mentally and emotionally. Though I won't be talking about any specifics here or on any … Continue reading Nothing Is Ever As Easy As It Seems.
The past couple of weeks have been amazing... Great weather, I've been feeling strong in my workouts, not to mention my dad even came to visit for a few days!The husband and I have also had a few date nights (one for his 30th birthday), so it's been nice to have that extra time for … Continue reading Mindset Shift [Plus Book Recommendations]
