Becoming a parent is one of the most life-changing experiences, but no one really prepares you for just how much of yourself you might lose along the way. Before kids, you had hobbies, personal goals, and maybe even a strong sense of who you were. Then suddenly, your...
As a parent, one of the most common struggles you’ll face during your teen’s adolescent years is dealing with their messy room. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the clutter and frustrated by the seeming lack of care. However, this battle doesn’t have to lead to...
When I first began the journey of decluttering, it felt like an overwhelming task. I didn’t realize how much emotional baggage I had tucked away in old boxes and files until I started going through them. One experience that stands out was when I came across my bank...
I know how overwhelming clutter can feel. With two teenagers, a husband and a dog at home, I understand just how quickly things can spiral out of control. One minute, the kitchen is spotless, and the next, the counter is buried under school papers, stacks of dishes,...
Imposter syndrome: it’s that nagging feeling that you’re not as capable as people think you are, that your successes are more about luck than skill, and that any day now, someone will “find you out.” For freelancers, this mindset can feel particularly heavy. You’re...
As parents, it’s easy to fall into the trap of overscheduling our kids. After all, many of us were raised to believe that idleness is unproductive or even dangerous—think of the old saying, “Idle hands are the devil’s workshop.” The desire to keep your child’s mind...