Episode 017: How a cleaning routine can improve your life

Whether you already have a solid cleaning routine in place or the thought of sitting down and creating one makes your head spin, there is no denying that a good cleaning routine can change your life. Why? Because routines create freedom in your home and help you establish good habits around cleaning.

This episode is dedicated to to giving you solid strategies for getting started with your cleaning routine and how it can improve your day to day life.

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR TODAY:

• Why cleaning routines are paramount to living with less stress as a mom.
• How routines create more freedom in your life.
• Why a solid routine in any area of your life improves your ability to delegate
• Some ideas for how to store and use a cleaning routine that will work for your family

LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED TODAY:

• Elevate Your Clean Routine
• Clean It Like You Mean It: The Course
• The Mother Like a Boss Playground on Facebook.
• How to create and design your own worksheets/charts using Canva

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• Have a topic you want me to cover on the podcast? Submit them to us here. This show is all for you, mama. Let's talk about the things you most want to hear about. 

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Whether you're looking to create more than just an organized command center for your family, or you're ready to make this year that you finally get your ish together, I've got you covered.

Homemakerish U is my signature modern homemaking course designed for moms, by a mom with program material aimed at helping you design an entire homemaking routine without the perfection. This is the program for modern moms and reluctant homemakers alike. 

Join over 850 other moms who have taken control of their lives and homes by stepping up to become #homemakerish. 

Episode 016: Creating a functional and fabulous wardrobe with Jennifer Mackey-Mary

When you wake up each morning and take a look in your closet, does it make you feel inspired or grumpy? Being a mom and staying stylish aren't always seen going hand-in-hand, but with help from Jennifer Mackey-Mary of Apple and Pear Wardrobe, we can all learn a thing or two about creating a functional wardrobe full of clothes that uplift our spirits and enhance our best features.

This interview is packed full of good tips and tricks, and Jennifer is a true professional who knows her stuff. You'll want to listen again just to take notes and take it all in. Time to get rid of that 10 year old ratty t-shirt and embrace the season you are in with great pieces for your closet. 

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR TODAY: 

• How Jennifer got involved in her business and why she is so passionate about helping moms.
• Why wearing the right bra can change your whole look.
• How you can begin decluttering your closet to create a functional wardrobe. 

LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED TODAY:

• A free guide just for our listeners from Jennifer can be found at  bit.ly/stylekendra

Where you can follow, stalk and be friends with Jennifer:
 

Instagram: @appleandpearwardrobe
Facebook: facebook.com/appleandpearwardrobe
Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/everydaystylegroup
Freebie: bit.ly/stylekendra

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• Have a topic you want me to cover on the podcast? Submit them to us here. This show is all for you, mama. Let's talk about the things you most want to hear about. 

Episode 015: The power of momentum over motivation

How often do you sit around waiting to be hit with a rush of motivation to do what you know you should do (but don't want to) only to realize that motivation just isn't coming? Motivation is a desire or willingness to do something, but what do you know about the 99% of tasks in your life you have no desire to do, but know you need to? That's where momentum comes in.

This is a topic I preach quite a bit to my students, because waiting for motivation to do something you don't want to do is a procrastination technique. In this episode, I'm getting real about why momentum is the real key to productivity and ending procrastination. 

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR TODAY:

• The real definition of motivation and why it doesn't work to get you to do the things you really need to do.
• How I use momentum to make big changes and progress in my home and life.
• My top four tips for creating more momentum in your life, even if you feel completely uninspired.

LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED TODAY:

• The Mother Like a Boss Playground on Facebook.

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If you loved this episode as much as I loved sharing it, there is more where that came from.

• Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out. And I would just loooove if you would leave a review and rating. It's a little thing that makes a big difference and helps me to continue to bring super valuable content and fabulous guests.
• Have a topic you want me to cover on the podcast? Submit them to us here. This show is all for you, mama. Let's talk about the things you most want to hear about. 

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Whether you're looking to create more than just an organized command center for your family, or you're ready to make this year that you finally get your ish together, I've got you covered.

Homemakerish U is my signature modern homemaking course designed for moms, by a mom with program material aimed at helping you design an entire homemaking routine without the perfection. This is the program for modern moms and reluctant homemakers alike. 

Join over 850 other moms who have taken control of their lives and homes by stepping up to become #homemakerish. 

Episode 014 : Healthy boundaries at the dinner table and helping your kids eat more veggies with Jen Zils

For some of us moms, getting your kids to eat vegetable is equivalent to threading a wet noodle through a straw. It just ain't happening. Luckily, Jennifer Zils from Kids Eat Vegetables is here today with some simple, actionable ways we can introduce our children to veggies without the fuss and fighting.

We also have a wonderful discussion about the importance of setting boundaries at the dinner table and how they can become life lessons for everyone in the house. 

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR TODAY:

• Why boundaries are really life lessons
• How she starts setting boundaries at the dinner table by starting in the grocery store.
• How to set up new boundaries and routines when it comes to bringing about healthy change in your family.
• Her genius trick for introducing veggies to your kids at the right time (so they won’t whine that they are hungry at bedtime)
• Some of her favorite healthy snacks that won’t make it hard to feed your kids between meals
• Setting the example for your kids
• Jen's go-to tip for getting started and why making the decision to change is a step most parents are missing.

LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED TODAY:

Where you can follow, stalk and be friends with Jen:

Her website: http://kidseatvegetables.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kidseatvegetables

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• Have a topic you want me to cover on the podcast? Submit them to us here. This show is all for you, mama. Let's talk about the things you most want to hear about. 

Episode 013: Simple ways to uncomplicate your to-do lists

We live abundantly full lives as moms, and sometimes our to-do lists read more like novels than easy-to-follow reminders. I used to be obsessed with list making and even call myself a recovering junkie. The truth is, I used my to-do lists as a way to procrastinate what I actually needed to do.

Rather than continue down the path of too many things, let's uncomplicate our lists and make room for more joy and freedom. This episode is full, but one that I know you can use to help implement less cluttered to-do lists into your life.

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR TODAY:

• My struggle with too many lists and why I really loved making to-do lists my entire life.
• How priorities should be playing a bigger role in the lists you make each day.
• The backward way that most people create to-do lists and how to fix it.
• The importance of planning without worrying about the plans.
• How to audit your time to find the leaks and holes.
• The role that routines play in to-do lists and how they actually help you simplify yours.

LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED TODAY:

• The Mother Like a Boss Playground on Facebook.

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• Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out. And I would just loooove if you would leave a review and rating. It's a little thing that makes a big difference and helps me to continue to bring super valuable content and fabulous guests.
• Have a topic you want me to cover on the podcast? Submit them to us here. This show is all for you, mama. Let's talk about the things you most want to hear about. 

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Whether you're looking to create more than just an organized command center for your family, or you're ready to make this year that you finally get your ish together, I've got you covered.

Homemakerish U is my signature modern homemaking course designed for moms, by a mom with program material aimed at helping you design an entire homemaking routine without the perfection. This is the program for modern moms and reluctant homemakers alike. 

Join over 850 other moms who have taken control of their lives and homes by stepping up to become #homemakerish. 

Episode 012: How I stay on top of laundry, even though I hate it

Oh laundry. That task that seems never ending. The chore that, the second it is done, turns around and mockingly says, "Just kidding, girl. You ain't done with me." Truthfully, I'm not a big fan of doing laundry, but over the years, I've made an effort to enjoy it (as much as one can enjoy folding clothes over and over every day...) and make it easier to complete.

This episode is all about the hacks and tips that have helped me master my laundry game so I spend less time folding and more time enjoying my life, with clean clothes. 

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR TODAY:

• Why I show gratitude for my laundry (and most household chores)
• The time of day that has proven best for getting my laundry done, and why it works so well.
• How I've been able to do less laundry as my kids have gotten older (hint: it involves me NOT doing it)

LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED TODAY:

• You can still sign up for the #justcleanit challenge. We kicked off February 26, but you can jump in now and start where we're at. Click here to sign up for free.

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If you loved this episode as much as I loved sharing it, there is more where that came from.

• Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out. And I would just loooove if you would leave a review and rating. It's a little thing that makes a big difference and helps me to continue to bring super valuable content and fabulous guests.
• Have a topic you want me to cover on the podcast? Submit them to us here. This show is all for you, mama. Let's talk about the things you most want to hear about. 

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Whether you're looking to create more than just an organized command center for your family, or you're ready to make this year that you finally get your ish together, I've got you covered.

Homemakerish U is my signature modern homemaking course designed for moms, by a mom with program material aimed at helping you design an entire homemaking routine without the perfection. This is the program for modern moms and reluctant homemakers alike. 

Join over 850 other moms who have taken control of their lives and homes by stepping up to become #homemakerish. 

Episode 011: 20 things you can get done in your home while you listen to this podcast

Have you ever started listening to a podcast and thought, "I could probably use this time to get some stuff done. But, what?" Today, we're going to solve that problem.

Often the biggest hurdle when deciding to jump in and tackle chores in your home is just making the decision to do so. In this episode, I'm giving you 20 things you can do in your house while you listen to this (or any) podcast episode. Momentum is key and sometimes all we need that little push.

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR TODAY:

• A list of the places you can set your mind to cleaning, decluttering and organizing while you listen to a 30 minute(ish) podcast.
• Why most people neglect these areas (it's not because they are difficult)
• Details about my newest free challenge designed specifically with mamas in mind and how you can sign up.

LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED TODAY:

• The #justcleanit challenge, kicking off February 26, 2018. Click here to sign up for free.

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If you loved this episode as much as I loved sharing it, there is more where that came from.

• Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out. And I would just loooove if you would leave a review and rating. It's a little thing that makes a big difference and helps me to continue to bring super valuable content and fabulous guests.
• Have a topic you want me to cover on the podcast? Submit them to us here. This show is all for you, mama. Let's talk about the things you most want to hear about. 

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Whether you're looking to create more than just an organized command center for your family, or you're ready to make this year that you finally get your ish together, I've got you covered.

Homemakerish U is my signature modern homemaking course designed for moms, by a mom with program material aimed at helping you design an entire homemaking routine without the perfection. This is the program for modern moms and reluctant homemakers alike. 

Join over 850 other moms who have taken control of their lives and homes by stepping up to become #homemakerish. 

Episode 010: Achieving abundance through budgets with Sami Womack

Budgets. Does that word feel gratifying or does it bring up dread? Sami Womack from A Sunny Side Up Life is here today with an excellent perspective on how to live an abundant, joy-filled life through budgets and smart financial decisions. She has a passion for teaching moms how to live a more free and positive life, and how to look at their finances through new eyes, even when it seems daunting.

This is a refreshing episode about the power of focusing on what matters and changing your money and budget mindset from what you're having to give up to what you're gaining. 

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR TODAY: 

• Sami's journey to abundance through better financial decisions.
• Her "rock bottom" and how it mirrors that of so many other moms.
• How "giving things up" can mean gaining more in the long run.
• How she and her husband set life and financial goals and how they are able to achieve them regularly
• The importance of tracking your money (what comes in and what goes out)
• How budgets can be freeing, not stifling. 
• What it really means to have an abundant mindset around money.

LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED TODAY:

• Sami's signature course Your Sunny Money Method. She has generously given $10 off to all listeners through this link. (Please note that this link is an affiliate link. That means if you purchase, I may receive monetary compensation at no extra cost to you.)
• The #justclean challenge kicking off February 26. Join for free here.

Where you can follow, stalk and be friends with Sami:

Website http://www.asunnysideuplife.com
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/asunnysideuplife
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/asunnysideuplife
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/asunnysideuplife
Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/asunnysideuplifecommunity/
Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/asunnysideup

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If you loved this episode as much as I loved sharing it, there is more where that came from.

• Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out. And I would just loooove if you would leave a review and rating. It's a little thing that makes a big difference and helps me to continue to bring on valuable, totally rad guests.
• Have a topic you want me to cover on the podcast? Submit them to us here. This show is all for you, mama. Let's talk about the things you most want to hear about.