13 Micro Habits That Improved My Life 💫

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  • čas přidán 20. 05. 2024
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  • @sozod2000
    @sozod2000 Před 10 dny +20

    1. Dim lights at 7 pm … ✅
    2. A laundry basket per person … ✅
    3. Journaling…✅
    4. Meal prep… ✅ (when needed)
    5. Empty car at end of day… ✅
    6. Assign days for repeating task… ✅
    7. Unplug from phone/screens … ✅ (still a work in progress)
    8. Shampoo twice … N/A
    9. Plan next days outfit … ✅
    10. 10 minutes to get ready… ✅ (mostly)
    11. Slow down … ✅ (wanting to be even slower 😅)
    I could of missed one 🤔 but these are great!
    I try to get a workout in. And I want to work on being a bit creative each day too.

  • @lorpatty
    @lorpatty Před 21 dnem +40

    One habit you taught me maybe a year ago or more, is never going to bed with a dirty sink. I think you mentioned in that video, that it builds up your momentum to clean other areas in your home every night. It absolutely does! So, I start with the sink with dishes then up clearing off the kitchen table and counters, wiping everything down, sweeping the floor, mop if need be, and tiding the living room. And the crazy thing most of the time it only takes 30 mins on a small mess to 45 mins one bigger ones! I love love love waking up to a clean kitchen and a tidy home! So thank you very much! I am going try some things you mentioned here! 😊

  • @user-pc3xq9gi2k
    @user-pc3xq9gi2k Před 21 dnem +16

    You are not just a practical mom, you are a smart one too ❤.

  • @digitaldorothy
    @digitaldorothy Před 21 dnem +50

    Omigosh! You changed your name! Good luck with your rebrand, your content is great no matter what you call it. ❤

  • @brookedengler1623
    @brookedengler1623 Před 21 dnem +51

    Hey there! Could you make a video or linktree for all your go-to family recipes? I am struggling to find easy, cheap, and healthy meals and it sounds like you have some on hand! This would be SO helpful for the stage of life I am in. Thank you!

  • @js1js135
    @js1js135 Před 19 dny +24

    For the last month, I have been placing my phone in AIRPLANE mode for chunks of time, throughout the day. This way, I still have access to the camera, calendar, alarm, etc…. It’s been a game changer! No WiFi, no social, no phone calls, no texts, etc…..❤

  • @oliann
    @oliann Před 21 dnem +104

    NEED a video about “crock pot dump meals.”

    • @Maiju86
      @Maiju86 Před 21 dnem +3

      Yes!! And mostly vegan please. ❤

    • @saracabello5942
      @saracabello5942 Před 20 dny +3

      Yup! And Instapot meals specifically! The Instapot is a game-changer... I will never manually cook again!

    • @marilou7509
      @marilou7509 Před 2 dny +1

      Yes, on crockpot meals, plz! I've tried & they never came out good 4 me.

  • @vi9763
    @vi9763 Před 21 dnem +81

    There is alot of controversy with better help, mainly around the quality and ethics of their therapists. You may want to research before continuing to partner with them 😊

    • @sarahspitzfaden
      @sarahspitzfaden Před 21 dnem +14

      Came to say the same. Better Help is not what it seems!
      Always do due diligence on the therapist you’re seeing (the word “therapist”/psychotherapist is unregulated and so anyone can claim this title like the word “coach”) and the way the company is storing your data.

    • @irumf155
      @irumf155 Před 20 dny +8

      I’ve heard horrible things about better help.

    • @sarahspitzfaden
      @sarahspitzfaden Před 20 dny +6

      Yes. It’s very concerning. Better Help is taking advantage of one of the most vulnerable moments in a person’s life. The ease of access is a nice concept, but Better Help have failed to protect their clients. I know Kallie means well in her suggestion of getting help, but hope she does a bit of reading and re-considers this particular partnership. There’s a reason why they need influencers to promote their product at the moment.

    • @junesammy-robidoux2305
      @junesammy-robidoux2305 Před 20 dny +3

      I am happy someone said something, I only became aware of this through Dr. Mike. I trust him so I checked and yeah bad things going on with better help, stay away. I thought of trying them thank God I didn't, always always do your research.

    • @sarafawkes4967
      @sarafawkes4967 Před 17 dny +4

      yes…as a therapist I can tell you that if it’s happening by text-it’s not therapy!

  • @_imgracie
    @_imgracie Před 21 dnem +30

    Something I learned in therapy: “Slow is smooth & smooth is fast.”
    It’s been a helpful mantra during the stressful parenting moments 😅

    • @maebejames
      @maebejames Před 21 dnem +2

      love this! thanks for sharing it

    • @cinderbelle22
      @cinderbelle22 Před 18 dny +3

      I heard this is a military saying. "Slow is smooth and smooth is fast" means fewer mistakes which not only saves time in the long run but is also a safety measure that can prevent injury and save lives. It's easy to forget though, so these reminders are much appreciated.

    • @_imgracie
      @_imgracie Před 18 dny +2

      @@cinderbelle22 my therapist said he heard it from a welder and started using it for parenting scenarios. I’ve even heard it once on the show Modern Family. Lol I think it’s a great quote for a lot of situations, kids or no kids

    • @ritupaknikar4812
      @ritupaknikar4812 Před 15 dny +1

      Learnt that from Phil Dunphy.

    • @_imgracie
      @_imgracie Před 14 dny

      @@ritupaknikar4812 yessss! Hahah I saw that episode a few weeks after my therapist shared it with me 😂

  • @ninnymuggins5159
    @ninnymuggins5159 Před 19 dny +12

    I don't do dishes at night because I'm tired, my eyes are tired and I probably won't do as good of a job. I always do dishes in the morning when the kitchen window is bright and sunny and I am wide awake!

  • @denisefonda2815
    @denisefonda2815 Před 21 dnem +41

    Kallie, I’m retired and my life is much quieter now than when I worked and had children at home. However, I find that some routine things are very helpful. I try to make sure all of the dishes are in the dishwasher or hand washed before bed, I make my bed before I leave the bedroom, in the morning and most importantly I meal plan and make a grocery list. I can’t believe the stress relief knowing what’s for dinner every night, gives me, and shopping with a list not only keeps me from forgetting something, it often keeps me from impulse buying. Little habits mean a lot 🙂

    • @carolynridlon3988
      @carolynridlon3988 Před 21 dnem +5

      Same here, retired & only two of us to care for. But doing the dishes every night before going to bed is one of those " today's Carol can do for tomorrow's Carol" adage that stuck with me from Kallie a few years back. It works and my hubby now does certain daily/weekly chores also that helps me out.

    • @PinkieJoJo
      @PinkieJoJo Před 20 dny +2

      Did you know that your u should not make your bed too soon after getting up? You should actually pull the blankets down to air the sheets out. I saw it on Inside Edition. Has to do with hygiene.

    • @asps1031
      @asps1031 Před 18 dny

      @@PinkieJoJothat’s interesting and kinda makes sense

  • @patriciacee3106
    @patriciacee3106 Před 21 dnem +12

    Doesn’t really matter what she calls it - Kallie’s channel is always my first choice for saving time and money! She’s a true find!

  • @ingrid2543
    @ingrid2543 Před 21 dnem +18

    I’m an empty nester but your tips can be used by everyone.

  • @PEPSIKERR
    @PEPSIKERR Před 20 dny +13

    I’m now a grandma. Thank you for the video. Yea life is busy. One thing I used to do is no food in the car. Only water, therefore no soul clean ups. I’d keep each (4boys) a backpack packed with extra clothes, flip flops, snacks. A small football, frisbee, soccer ball. Our stores were a true home. So if kids were hungry either to or from our destination, we’d pull off at a park for 10-15 minutes reset eat, kick the ball around or just take off our shoes and feel the grass between our feet. Life was busy but it’s those 10 minute moments spending with the kids that’s important. I’m cheering you on.

    • @JAH-iu3yh
      @JAH-iu3yh Před 20 dny +1

      Love it! My husband & I apprehensively/excitedly bought a new SUV after a scary accident with our little ones in the car. Our first rule was no food in the new car too. It’s a struggle but worth it!

  • @kelsey5032
    @kelsey5032 Před 21 dnem +17

    Would love to hear more about the recipes you’re doubling & freezing if you ever wanted to share about them.

  • @louisekbl4
    @louisekbl4 Před 21 dnem +11

    The hair shampooing, I've found that switching to a natural shampoo bar (I use ethique) has helped me go longer between hair washes! Xxx

  • @darlenebergantzel1534
    @darlenebergantzel1534 Před 21 dnem +8

    The idea of taking an empty bag for clearing out the car is something I never thought of. I’ll need to do this, now.

  • @gabygrand
    @gabygrand Před 21 dnem +5

    The individual laundry basket is my favorite thing ever. I don't know why I didn't think of it sooner

  • @julieall_is_good90
    @julieall_is_good90 Před 20 dny +3

    I started last year doing the no dirty dishes in the sink at night and it has really made me feel better when I get up in the morning and see a clean kitchen. ❤

  • @luqicharmz
    @luqicharmz Před 21 dnem +4

    Starting really small helped me snowball those “good choices”. The first one I did was just making the bed before I started the day.

  • @millawitt1882
    @millawitt1882 Před 19 dny +6

    I am watching from Denmark🇩🇰 I am not a mom ( unfortunately ) and I don’t live with anyone (also unfortunately) but I love all your videos and your advices are so good -so thank you👍😀

  • @paulanadine8575
    @paulanadine8575 Před 20 dny +7

    Thank you! As a mom of 3 kids I took your advice on never go to bed with a dirty sink. It has made my life easier. Last Saturday around 2am my neighbors home across the street was on fire as was the house next to it. Everyone got out safe! For many hours my home but mostly my kitchen became an emergency shelter for my neighbors, kids and pets.

    • @ninnymuggins5159
      @ninnymuggins5159 Před 19 dny +1

      Were you still up doing the dishes until 2am when it happened?

    • @paulanadine8575
      @paulanadine8575 Před 19 dny

      @@ninnymuggins5159 I did the dishes before I went to bed a few hours earlier.

    • @asps1031
      @asps1031 Před 19 dny +2

      @@ninnymuggins5159I think her point is that she had a clean kitchen when she had to have all those unexpected people in her house. At least I think that’s her point

    • @paulanadine8575
      @paulanadine8575 Před 18 dny +4

      @@asps1031 Yes that was my point 🙂

    • @user-ij9uk8tn8i
      @user-ij9uk8tn8i Před 10 dny +2

      I love this. Good on you! Although - even if you hadn't done your dishes, and your kitchen was messy - I'd hope that no one would judge you, and would just be happy and grateful that you welcomed them into your home in the middle of the night. I'm really glad everyone was OK. (For context - I'm simulatenously trying to keep my home cleaner and tidier, whilst also getting more comfortable with letting people in, even when it's more deshevelled than I'd like! It's hard after years of believing everyone elses homes were perfect all the time!!)

  • @lauratroxel6072
    @lauratroxel6072 Před 21 dnem +3

    I can’t believe the individual laundry baskets is a new thing, I’ve been doing that my whole life and got it from my mom, but you’re right, it does make laundry faster!!

  • @TS-sh8xo
    @TS-sh8xo Před 21 dnem +8

    😂
    I saw the thumbnail and I thought “who is this but first coffee imposter!!”
    Love you girl ❤

  • @itascagirl1963
    @itascagirl1963 Před 21 dnem +3

    Wow. Thank you for this video. The last tip about slowing down, really hit home. The checkout like at the grocery store was a GREAT example!

  • @elizabeth930
    @elizabeth930 Před 21 dnem +17

    You need programmable lightbulbs! I got lightbulbs at Costco that connect to an app, and I can set to follow a circadian rhythm. They get brighter and bluer throughout the morning, then get yellower and dimmer afternoon into evening. They've been great! Plus I can set them for disco when we're having a party :P

    • @CookieDr007
      @CookieDr007 Před 21 dnem +1

      THIS we use a sunrise alarm setting and I wake by subtle light change not a blaring alarm clock 👌🏼👌🏼

    • @Maiju86
      @Maiju86 Před 21 dnem

      Whaaat! 😳 I wonder if those are sold in the EU zone.

  • @brendastough2800
    @brendastough2800 Před 21 dnem +1

    Thanks for your advice and your kindness !!!!! ❤❤

  • @emilyemm8460
    @emilyemm8460 Před 21 dnem +2

    I’m in a similar life stage as you with three young kids, and many of these habits I am working on myself. It is soooo easy to rush through things…then you blink and realize you want it to slow down! I’m going to set my Lock Screen to SLOW DOWN as a reminder throughout my day. It is so important and so easy to forget!

  • @JenMidwestMama
    @JenMidwestMama Před 20 dny

    Amen! Having all our clothes/ laundry separated by person is amazing and such a time saver! Been doing that since my kids were born and its great!

  • @vickiet4500
    @vickiet4500 Před 21 dnem +6

    I almost missed this because I didn’t recognize the channel…whew!…glad I didn’t skip it!😀

  • @amarshall8992
    @amarshall8992 Před 21 dnem +2

    So true about slowing down when things start to get tense. I used to try to “muscle” through it, but then I would get more frustrated and often injure myself (eg. Working in the kitchen). Now I stop, take a breath, close out any annoying things around me and purposefully go slower. Thanks for sharing your tips! 😀🇨🇦

  • @mandielawrence333
    @mandielawrence333 Před 13 dny

    I love the point about slowing down and taking your time and not rushing. So much practical wisdom here. Thank you!

  • @angelineprahash2511
    @angelineprahash2511 Před 18 dny +2

    Gosh! It's amazing that your life is so jam packed and yet you have time to do videos!👍

  • @SarahCadge
    @SarahCadge Před 21 dnem +4

    Completely agree with your last tip! Constantly being in a rush is the worst. And why is it always at the checkout counter?! I started simplifying the routines and tasks that make me want to rush- currently in a grocery delivery season of life! Game changer.

    • @daisybuchanan5378
      @daisybuchanan5378 Před 21 dnem

      I wish I allowed more time for getting ready to leave with my kids - being anxious about being on time made me impatient and I underestimated how much time kids need to get going and transition from one activity to another. I urge parents of littles to give yourselves extra time.

  • @nanub20
    @nanub20 Před 21 dnem +2

    Lovely video❤ I do the last one at least once a month. Intentionally slowing down is so underrated but highly effective to gain back one’s sanity and be a happier individual.

  • @barbarawoods.970
    @barbarawoods.970 Před 21 dnem +1

    Thank you so much!!! I’m a single mom of 7 girls and a teacher. I struggle to find any time for me and quality time with my girls. You are a huge help 😊

  • @anetaparker2770
    @anetaparker2770 Před 21 dnem +6

    Congrats on the new screen name ❤️❤️❤️ love your content 🦋

  • @jyotsana8
    @jyotsana8 Před 21 dnem +1

    I loved all the tips Kallie but I felt the last tip just was meant for me, I resonated with it so so much, thanks for putting it into perspective & reminding us to take things slow!! Lots of love! Good luck with the new name!! It totally suits you & your content!

  • @jeanardilla4092
    @jeanardilla4092 Před 21 dnem +5

    Good and bad is alright. We must stop being afraid of judgement, as it is judgement that helps us sticking to what is important. For example: kids need to know tgat kicking is bad. Liquid values do not do us any good. Dont be afraid ❤.
    Apart from that, great habits. For some reason your videos inspire me to be more organized at home, and put things in their place ( do you add subliminal messages in the videos? 😂). You are known at my home and we all know that it means decluttering and organization, and some crafts for decoration. Thank you.
    God bless you and your beautiful family

  • @harrisonpamela40
    @harrisonpamela40 Před 20 dny

    Loved all of your ideas, as always, but that last one about intentionally slowing down to be present really resonates. Thanks!!❤️

  • @carrieoliver8321
    @carrieoliver8321 Před 9 dny

    Great tips- thank you as always!!

  • @caitlineffend1290
    @caitlineffend1290 Před 14 hodinami

    When I’m at the grocery store and my toddler wants to help ring every single item I let her because she’s a person to and just because she might seem to go slower than everyone else doesn’t mean she shouldn’t be able to! I’ve been trying to slow down life for sure! I’ve relieved myself from a lot of social pressure. ❤

  • @jessicaisraelsen8815
    @jessicaisraelsen8815 Před 21 dnem +7

    I have had 7 kids, 6 still at home, 19-3, I have always separated laundry since the older ones were tiny and out numbered me. Now my teenagers do their own laundry, which is hard when I have gotten used to controlling the ebb and flow of laundry. Learning to let go is hard 😂. Also, I love the sleep tips. Sadly, teenager’s circadian rhythms are disrupted by puberty and hormonal shifts and brain changes. I didn’t grow up with phones and laptops, I still had a hard time falling asleep when I was supposed to. Now I know that was being a normal teen and having undiagnosed ADHD. Teenagers brains usually can’t full wind down until between 11 pm and 1 am, and yet we expect them to arrive to school by 7:00!!! No wonder they are acting crazy and overly anxious and feeling overwhelmed. Callie, I have been where you are, enjoy this time. The hardest era I am in is now, where I have children in all seasons and I am in all parenting stages (caretaker, cop, coach and consultant) but I am in my 40s, so my brain can do the flexible thinking required here. 40s are the best era so far! ❤😂Thanks for sharing here. I think this is what I should be doing too😊

    • @kayo5291
      @kayo5291 Před 21 dnem

      Re teenagers, does more sleep help? I am in a daily struggle to get my 12-year-old boys out of bed in the morning. They are on their screens at night, but they claim they get plenty of sleep (7.5-8.5 hours), just can’t wake up in the morning. It sounds like taking away screens and changing bedtime will not help? Until they’re adults? 😂😭

    • @ninnymuggins5159
      @ninnymuggins5159 Před 19 dny +2

      Homeschooling helps teens the most because they can sleep and learn whenever they are ready.

    • @jessicaisraelsen8815
      @jessicaisraelsen8815 Před 16 dny

      @@ninnymuggins5159 If you can and they want to that work.

    • @jessicaisraelsen8815
      @jessicaisraelsen8815 Před 16 dny

      @@kayo5291 about sleep, read the teenage brain, it’s on audible. We just didn’t create a world for kids or teens, we made our world about work, the introduction of working in factories and 9 to 5 or shift work. People have struggled with sleep before we had technology, it just gives us a distraction sometimes. People used to wake up in the middle of the night start a fire in the hearth, chat and tell stories or a late snack before going back to sleep. We have medicalized sleep in a strange way. Good luck!

  • @AH-kq2ni
    @AH-kq2ni Před 21 dnem +1

    You are so good at what you do, wishing you all the luck in the world

  • @careycrooker1772
    @careycrooker1772 Před 18 dny

    Thanks for the tips! You're my favorite CZcamsr!

  • @chayasuriemargareten2130

    Love that last one, about slowing down… I found that I was cooking 5 different items at a time, to be done earlier. I tried cooking just one thing at a time, and found the whole task a lot more enjoyable

  • @vickigonya9432
    @vickigonya9432 Před 21 dnem

    All great points! ❤ thank you

  • @tigerseye45
    @tigerseye45 Před 21 dnem +1

    I would like to thank you for this video I needed this video so bad . The last few weeks have been really rough for me I am taking care of my mom and sister and my sister is a huge winner 😢 and it gets me so stressed out I just want to sit down and cry. So thank you so much for this video.

  • @VinndraP
    @VinndraP Před 20 dny

    Young woman, you have much wisdom! What a great video! These were all great points! A lot of them things I have tried at different points of my marriage, and they really do change your perspective and the way you feel about your husband! But I find I always need reminders like this-don’t forget to be intentional! So thank you!

  • @Patti-1962
    @Patti-1962 Před 20 dny +1

    Something that has really worked for me is cleaning small areas at a time. I have serious health issues, so I have limited amounts of energy in a day. I have sectioned out the kitchen in my mind, and I make sure I clean one section a day. I also do this with dusting and cleaning. I find my house feels cleaner overall with this system!

  • @user-ij9uk8tn8i
    @user-ij9uk8tn8i Před 10 dny

    I love your videos in general, but I think this one is particularly brilliant. I totally agree about your penultimate point - slow down your life - and can relate to your check-out example. I find it really stressfull going through the check out, and I too have recently started trying to conciously relax - remind myself I am where I am, and that rushing, getting flustered is going to make the situation worse. Taking a deep breath, and taking my time, and even, trying to enjoy the moment (not always possible). But it really helps. I've also been trying to take this approach in other areas of my life - like traffic jams when I'm already running late - me getting tense isn't going to get me there any faster. It's really hard though, and I don't always manage - but the times I do - WHAT a difference! :)

  • @michaelabalcombe1898
    @michaelabalcombe1898 Před 21 dnem +2

    I’m definitely a strong proponent of dimming the lights at night.
    This is the first I have heard about shampooing after conditioner, I’ll have to give it a try!

  • @invizigirl99
    @invizigirl99 Před 20 dny

    I am soo glad I found your channel a few weeks ago. I have been gleaning some practical info nuggets to incorporate into my life that were not taught to me growing up. I feel like I am way late to the party.

  • @cynthiaakacyndsmith6539
    @cynthiaakacyndsmith6539 Před 21 dnem +1

    I need to be so much more like you…. And I want to become encouraged and press on You are a good cheerleader.. Yes journaling! It makes life so much easier. Thank you, yes it is who, you are is important. And make a plan then work that’s plan.

  • @MJJackson1990
    @MJJackson1990 Před 11 dny

    Thank you for these tips. I have been looking for ways to simplify my life and this video had some very helpful tips!

  • @valeried2941
    @valeried2941 Před 21 dnem +4

    I am a big believer in sleep and wake times being consistent! It makes a huge difference for me! Love the tips!thank you!

  • @bobbiefarrar3036
    @bobbiefarrar3036 Před 9 dny

    I do a gratitude journal (Ann VosKamp - One thousand gifts) Changed my life from grumpy to joyful; thankful. God bless you and yours.

  • @erinf4712
    @erinf4712 Před 18 dny

    I love the same day every week for certain tasks; I follow the same grocery/prep cycle that you do. I also assign each room in the house to a specific week of the month for cleaning. 1st week kitchen, 2nd week living room, etc. It allows me to stretch the decluttering, dusting, floors, etc. over several days so that I am never working more than 15-20 minutes unless I choose to.

  • @brinanevo4842
    @brinanevo4842 Před 11 dny

    Thanks 4 sharing

  • @lyzabethlopez
    @lyzabethlopez Před 15 dny

    Love these :) A great idea to invest in in some big Stachers reusable silicon bags and a chalk marker to erase your notes for your freezer-prepped meals. They're fantastic! Thank you for sharing, great tips :)

  • @raylenepreuss1430
    @raylenepreuss1430 Před 21 dnem +4

    Separate laundry hamper per person was a game changer for us too. And was so much easier when it came to teaching my son to do his own laundry.

    • @SusieQZee
      @SusieQZee Před 21 dnem +1

      How old was he when you taught your son to do laundry and how has been going? I’ve been thinking about my kids taking over this task.

    • @raylenepreuss1430
      @raylenepreuss1430 Před 19 dny

      @@SusieQZee He was 12. Like most kids, he wasn't keen but I made it clear that if he didn't do it, it would not be done. I had a couple of times where I had to let him go to school in unwashed clothes to call his bluff. I think his friends comments on those days motivated him to own the responsibility and we never had that scenario again.

  • @heatherpittore8556
    @heatherpittore8556 Před 20 dny +1

    Wow, this was an amazing video!!! Ty!!!

  • @user-uk1np9lz3i
    @user-uk1np9lz3i Před 9 dny

    Very motivating as always

  • @michellelee2265
    @michellelee2265 Před 21 dnem +2

    The last habit hit home with me. I need to focus on not rushing.

  • @shrunjalpatel1570
    @shrunjalpatel1570 Před 21 dnem

    Love these videos!

  • @deloreshall5459
    @deloreshall5459 Před 21 dnem +2

    Hey Kallie. Great tips. Do set out clothes night before. Game changer. Gotta try slow done. Your right just causes me more anxiety and its not anybody is offering to take something off my plate. It will get done.😊

  • @user-gb2ow5qw8k
    @user-gb2ow5qw8k Před 14 dny

    These are so great!! 🎉

  • @marykeen4462
    @marykeen4462 Před 21 dnem +3

    I also get up at a certain time every morning when I tell myself to get up. Unbelievable., while I was doing an office job, I would tell myself to get up at 5:30 a.m. and I would. Just in case I did have an alarm clock set but I always would beat the alarm clock and wake up first. Weird. I did that for 20 years. Never failed once. I can still do that even though I am retired.

  • @cassandrat6980
    @cassandrat6980 Před 19 dny

    Would love a quick video on your opinions about life as a mom of 3. I’m considering 1 more but the idea of being outnumbered is daunting. You make it look easy!!

  • @Klaudyacampos
    @Klaudyacampos Před 21 dnem +9

    Okay, the name WORKS. Hahaha I gotta admit, the title was not interesting for me. Honestly I don’t want to know about micro anything at this point in my life 😂😂😂 BUT THE NAME. I CLICKED ON IT BECAUSE THE NAME. Surely that practical mom will 100% give me some good practical advice no bs fluff stuff 😂 AND ITS TRUE!!!! The whole laundry thing 🤯 🤯 I GOTTA TRY ITTT

  • @mycreativeescape
    @mycreativeescape Před 20 dny

    Hehe! I just painted this and... overabundance of flowers in my vase. I love the cut glass effect so much! Gonna try this again and share on Pateron channel.

  • @zoewassermann6601
    @zoewassermann6601 Před 20 dny

    I have had separate laundry hampers for my sons for years, game changer also for socks. No more seeing the sizes when they both wore blue socks for school.

  • @Jessiegirl62
    @Jessiegirl62 Před 15 dny

    love the NEW title for your channel and love this Vid! Slowing down and dopamine detox is SO important! Id love to hear you talk about other heathly habits like morning sun! Drinking mineral water for vitality and enrichment of life! This is a game changer. I add a pinch of himilaya or celtic salt to all the water I drink! After 5 years l'll never go back to drinking dead water 💧

  • @mortimer1ish
    @mortimer1ish Před 21 dnem

    You are fabulous ❤

  • @ljaycee
    @ljaycee Před 16 dny

    I looooove your content!!!

  • @Trina_I
    @Trina_I Před 21 dnem +1

    I am going to try some of your suggestions because I feel most days I’m not able to get out of my own way. Thanks.

  • @miz.harrington85
    @miz.harrington85 Před 12 dny

    The best thing I ever learned from you was “tomorrow me will thank today me for doing this!!” ❤️Works every damn time!!👍The 10 min get ready is genius too!! 😍

  • @valeried2941
    @valeried2941 Před 21 dnem

    I also enjoyed Matthews speech!

  • @lbarmstrong1
    @lbarmstrong1 Před 6 dny

    I've never been attached to my phone and find myself leaving it at home when I go places. My grown kids get so mad at me, but I just figure they can wait. We lived without them most of our lives (I'm old, 60) and it's sort of fun to just forget about it some days.

  • @reagenikard1935
    @reagenikard1935 Před 9 dny

    I can’t agree with you more on intentionally slowing down. I started doing this in the morning before my kids go to school. It used to be a mad rush out the door, but when I started slowing down, realizing we weren’t going to be late, it made a drastic difference. My kids go to school calm and happy instead of feeling frantic and short tempered. I love your videos!!

  • @VeronicaCostaF
    @VeronicaCostaF Před 21 dnem

    I have used the one basket per person method since my first child

  • @joellaanderson2921
    @joellaanderson2921 Před 21 dnem +4

    The double shampooing DEFINITELY works!

    • @agemoth
      @agemoth Před 21 dnem +1

      It was a marketing ploy to double shampoo sales! 😂

    • @Jessi22-
      @Jessi22- Před 21 dnem

      I agree, it works for me! I thought it was just something hairdressers did. Then I realised I can extend time between washing by doing this…

    • @asps1031
      @asps1031 Před 18 dny

      So do you wash them condition then wash again?

    • @joellaanderson2921
      @joellaanderson2921 Před 18 dny

      @@asps1031 I wash twice and then just put conditioner on my mids and ends, not on top or on my scalp

    • @Jessi22-
      @Jessi22- Před 18 dny +1

      I personally wash twice then condition. I condition only the bottom half of my hair.

  • @SomewhereInTheMaidenverse
    @SomewhereInTheMaidenverse Před 21 dnem +16

    I have found that for me, I need to have all of the dishes done and put away before bed. I don’t want to wake up to having to put dishes away. It slows me down. I make my bed immediately after getting out of bed unless I am washing sheets. Laundry is folded and put away on the same day it is washed unless it is hung to dry. Bathroom is wiped down every day and deep cleaned once/week. I clean my shower at the beginning of my shower so I don’t have to worry about getting clothes wet, or hot and sweaty. As soon as I am done, I shower and then thoroughly dry the shower. In fall/winter, I do mostly sheet pan dinners, stews, soups, and sauces. I usually freeze leftovers for emergency dinners. Spring/summer, we mostly cook on top of the stove and do shish kabobs, steak, hamburgers, etc on the grill. In spring and summer, I also wash and prep a ton of fresh fruit and raw veggies in containers/bags for snacking. This prevents snacking on junk. Bananas ripen faster, so I often make treats out of them when they get brown. In spring/summer, I make it a point to wash whites on sunny days so they can dry outside and get bleached by the sun. I have a clothes line and also will sometimes bring out one of my drying racks. We try to save on the gas bill in the summer, so that we can use the air conditioning more freely.

    • @poppyseed389
      @poppyseed389 Před 21 dnem +1

      There's so much useful info in your comment. Thank you!!

    • @SomewhereInTheMaidenverse
      @SomewhereInTheMaidenverse Před 21 dnem +1

      @@poppyseed389 Thank you! I think it is all about what works for you and your family. It also depends on what season of life you’re in. 😊

    • @daisybuchanan5378
      @daisybuchanan5378 Před 21 dnem +1

      Those are great tips. I do that with the shower too.

  • @jeannereich8690
    @jeannereich8690 Před 21 dnem

    Great video!

  • @nightowl8548
    @nightowl8548 Před 21 dnem +5

    Love your content, but I'm really struggling to watch because of the music in the background lately. Miss seeing your tissue and tricks 😢

  • @asps1031
    @asps1031 Před 19 dny

    I would love to see another video about more of your micro habits

  • @jillp8533
    @jillp8533 Před 14 dny

    I love your tips!! I have no kids and these are still really helpful for me 😊

  • @thewisceeeggg1624
    @thewisceeeggg1624 Před 21 dnem +4

    You are looking particularly radiant in this video 😍

  • @rosalynbriar830
    @rosalynbriar830 Před 21 dnem

    Love this!! I would definitely enjoy hearing more (like a whole video) about your thoughts on slowing down and playing with your kids. Life is so busy and chaotic now with my baby and I feel like I don’t have time to nurture my relationship with my older children. I really need to get back to playing and reading with them more and not just being chaperone and chef 😂

    • @gabygrand
      @gabygrand Před 21 dnem +1

      It might take longer to make food, but having your older children help with cooking can be a good activity. They'll learn a skill and spend time with you

  • @AnnEaton-xj6ic
    @AnnEaton-xj6ic Před 21 dnem

    I love Scout Bags also!! They are great!!🥰

  • @smyleejj2953
    @smyleejj2953 Před 21 dnem +1

    Gurl! I believe you're my sister from a different mister! Lol seriously, there are so many things you do and ideas you have that are exactly how I am! Thank you for getting it out there, that's one thing I couldn't do, lol. Your shirt trick for hanging, I do that with my jeans as well! 😉😉 thank you again!!

  • @annabelvnoucek2148
    @annabelvnoucek2148 Před 10 dny

    I wondered who the email was from ('that practical mom'). But I will always sit down and watch you with a coffee!!!!😁

  • @beths8998
    @beths8998 Před 21 dnem +2

    I would like to say.... when I am doing meatballs or meatloaf I use plain instant oatmeal as a binding agent. I find it works lovely.

    • @reneecase5324
      @reneecase5324 Před 21 dnem +1

      Also making own breadcrumbs is easy, just slices bread in food processor

    • @asps1031
      @asps1031 Před 18 dny +1

      My grandma used to use oatmeal. Sometimes crushed crackers

  • @suzisaintjames
    @suzisaintjames Před 18 dny +1

    If grocery delivery is available in your area... Seriously consider it.
    Even at $10 per week it's worth it. Consider how much fuel it takes to and from the store, the time it takes putting the groceries in and out of the car, putting the kids in and out of the car.
    My yearly delivery fee is $50... That's a dollar per week for delivery and for another $50 per year, they'll bring the groceries inside and put them away. Even $100 per year, that's around $2 per week.... Well worth it. 💖🌞🌵😷

  • @clairewhitley6343
    @clairewhitley6343 Před 21 dnem +2

    Shampoo then condition then re-shampoo? Did I hear that right? I also shampoo twice but the condition after. Is your hair still tangle free and silky if you do 2nd shampoo after conditioner? Mind blown!!

  • @tabithaanderson4398
    @tabithaanderson4398 Před 21 dnem

    Awesome video

  • @teenagedethgurl
    @teenagedethgurl Před 19 dny +1

    Are separate laundry baskets not a regular thing tho? 😂 i couldn't imagine throwing it all together. I do all of laundry on the weekend, typically Saturday now (used to be sunday). And ill throw some random loads of towels in throughout the week. Its a great routine.
    I totally agree about clearing the car out every day. Ive gotten into the habit of this. The only day im bad about it, is Friday cuz im just over it by the end of the week 😂😂

  • @its_miss_mela1324
    @its_miss_mela1324 Před 16 dny

    Please share what kinds of foods freeze well based on your experience

  • @tammibeyer7225
    @tammibeyer7225 Před 21 dnem

    Link for the scout bags please 🤩

  • @laurasutton1551
    @laurasutton1551 Před 21 dnem +2

    I can't dim my lights drives me crazy to have dim lights like insane crazy