When you're busy running a business and taking care of kids, outside time isn't always a priority. There's so much to get done, and most days it feels like there's not enough hours to do it all. But, summer is the perfect time of year to increase the amount of time you and your kids spend outdoors. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and there's typically a bit more flex time in the schedule (since there's no school.) Why should you try and get outside more? I've discovered increasing ...
11 Things to Do When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
Are you feeling overwhelmed? When you're trying to keep up with a blog, grow a business, and run the household well, it's easy to feel like you're constantly behind. There's always something to be done. But, you don't want to live your life feeling overwhelmed. If you're in a constant state of too much to do, you risk burning out. Or feeling so paralyzed by everything on your to-do list that you just do nothing. These options don't help the matter at all. In fact, they usually just add to the ...
How to (Finally) Overcome Your Fear of Going Live
Are you scared of recording live video? For the longest time I was too! Here are the steps I took to overcome my fear of going live. Does the thought of recording live video terrify you? Do you dread not being able to publish edited (and perfect!) videos? As an introvert, the thought of being on video, without the ability to edit things, really scared me. I like to think through what I'm going to say, and have the opportunity to ensure it comes off the way I want. That's part of why I love ...
How to Get Work Done this Summer When Your Kids Are Home
Summer is coming and public schools are finishing up for the year. If you're used to your kids being at school for several hours each day while you grow your business, you might wonder how in the world you'll get any work done this summer when your kids are home. As a homeschooling mom of eight, I have a slightly different opinion of summers. Since we cut back on our schooling over the summer, I get more work time these next few months. However, I do know a thing or two about growing a ...
How to Fit Special Time with Each Child into Your Schedule as a WAHM
Do you wish you spent more special time with each of your kids? Here's how you can make this individual quality time a regular staple in your days... Spending individual, special time with each child is important. This time helps us to get to know our children individually, to enhance our bond with them, and to learn more about any challenges or problems they're facing that we can pray about. It also helps us to remember to enjoy the time with each child, because it really does go ...
5 Things I Do Each Morning to Boost My Productivity
Routines are essential for mompreneurs. They help you get in the habit of doing things, so you don't have to stop and think about each next step. Since mornings set the tone for your whole day it makes sense to create a morning routine. This doesn't have to be elaborate, or even take much time. It just is a set of tasks that you do each morning to help build the foundation for the rest of the day. If you're ready to really kick your mornings into overdrive, I recommend the course Makeover Your ...