It’s the same old story. You clean the house top to bottom, only for it to be messy again within days. Clothes everywhere, dirty dishes in the sink, junk mail scattered across the table…you get it. If it feels like you never stop cleaning without any results, it’s time to make some changes. Commit to deep cleaning your home to conquer the clutter. Believe it or not, it can be done. But it’s best to tackle the clutter in short shifts for the best results. And it’ll only take you ten days! Follow these tips to get a glistening home. Day 1: Banish clutter The real reason your house never feels cl ..read more

Sleepless nights are agonizing. As you ruminate over tomorrow’s stressors, you send your body into overdrive of cortisol. You start to feel helpless as the time ticks on while you lay wide awake. If only we could train our bodies to shut down nervous thoughts and rest. Thankfully, you’re not alone with your problem. Next time you’re struggling to count sheep, try the Military Method instead. Coined by legendary coach Lloyd Bud Winter, this method can get you to sleep within minutes. Start practicing the Military Method tonight before bed! The Method Close your eyes. Focus on your facial muscl ..read more

Imagine walking down a long dirt path. The road is winding and vast. At a certain point, you realize you’ve been walking through a ditch. You’re not even sure when the ditch started or how you got here. It’s not clear how to get out, either. In the real world, we’ve all been there. To put it simply, you’re stuck in a rut. The road you’re on has become uninspiring or perhaps downright treacherous. And it’s time to dig yourself out. Follow these tips to find a way out of what’s bringing you down and move forward. 1. Acknowledge the Rut When you’re going about your daily routine, it’s not always ..read more

Whether it’s mental or physical, unhealthy habits can erode your life over time. We can all afford to be a little healthier. Practice these tips to achieve a healthier lifestyle. 1. Stay Hydrated Chances are, you’re a bit dehydrated. It’s important to opt for water as much as possible. Too often, it’s tempting to grab a sugary sports drink or iced coffee. Water will help reduce headaches and irritability you may experience during the day. Water intake helps with hydration. Water will also improve your bodily functions. Drinking more water will improve your digestion, maintain your temperature ..read more

The busyness of everyday life can make home organization an afterthought. But with some planning, you can organize your home to make your life easier. Follow these organization tips to revolutionize your space.   1. Establish a Game Plan Chances are, you have clutter in the hallway closet, your bedroom, and more. It’s overwhelming trying to tackle your space all at once. Instead, come up with an organizational plan. Start in one designated spot in your home and work your way through the rest of the rooms that need organizing. The way you prioritize organization is up to you. You may want ..read more

After a long day at school or work, it’s difficult to hype yourself up for the gym. Your classic treadmill and elliptical routine became downright boring after a while. Here’s the bad news: performing the same exercises again and again can lead to a fitness plateau. It’s time to beat your gym boredom and seize your next workout with these helpful tips. 1. Hydrate All Day Before you hit the gym, you’ll need more than a swig of your water bottle. Hydration is essential for good performance. To avoid dehydration, plan to drink water before, during, and after your workout. 2. Create an Awesome Pla ..read more

Do you always feel like you’re behind on your daily tasks, or you’re always playing catchup? This is unfortunately very common with parents today. It can be hard to balance parenting with work and your home responsibilities. Fortunately, we have some tips for how to get more done daily! Plan Your Day the Night Before One of the best things you can do for yourself is to set your day up for success. The easiest way to do this is to write your to-do list the night before. Taking the time to see, on paper, what you need to do lets you plan out the times for each event or chore. Seeing your day bef ..read more

As a parent, it can be really hard to remember everything that you should. With multiple schedules to keep up with, appointments to make, and groceries to shop for, you’re likely to find yourself forgetting important things. Fortunately, there are some really easy ways to help keep your memory healthy so you can juggle everything without worrying about missing something! Use Visual Cues It’s a lot harder to forget something if you have it in front of you. Get a whiteboard for writing down important information and put it somewhere you will see it all the time. Plus, sometimes, the act of writi ..read more

We all want our children to grow up and be compassionate and caring individuals as adults. In order to get there, we have to raise compassionate and caring children first. This may seem like a daunting or even impossible task, but we promise that it is possible! Try out some of these ideas for how to instill the desire to be caring in your children! Model the Behavior Our children learn how to treat people by watching how we treat people, including them. If they see us being harsh or rude to those around us, it won’t matter how much we tell them to be kind – they’ll be less likely to listen. D ..read more

When you’re a parent, it’s hard to feel like you ever have enough energy to make it through the day. If you find yourself drinking multiple cups of coffee every day, it may be time to find some other ways to make it through the day. Try these tips to boost your energy levels! Exercise Making time to do physical activity every day will help you boost your energy and feel ready to make it through the day. It’s best to start your day with your exercise so you can ride the endorphin high throughout the day! Plus, it will help you sleep better at night, which helps energy levels too. Your exercise ..read more