I love the idea of planning out the year in 12 week chucks. It just makes so much sense. A year is too long. You set goals, your new years resolutions only to realize at the end of the year that you let them slip, again. Or you cram the last few months and manage […]
Start gardening the easy way. Nature gardens without tilling and with just rain. Can we do the same? I’ve always loved the idea of gardening. Being out in nature, soaking up all the nutrients as the sun hits my skin, facilitating the miracle of growing things. When I was twelve, I started growing baby carrots
I can’t believe it has taken this long to share The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up. I actually thought I had already made a post about it. I read this book 2 years ago. Just like Ashley, I love to read, and books are where I get pretty much all my life changes, from
If you’ve ever wanted to memorize or learn the periodic table, this is how you do it. Watch the videos below. Memorizing the periodic table has been on my bucket list since 9th grade science. I’m sure after you watch and learn these elements you will have to head over to Memorize Academy to learn
Here is a great trick for learning the 8 planets. You’ve probably seen the songs, mnemonics and acronyms, but if you still don’t know them, this trick is the one for you. Our memory really works best with mental images, so although you will have to run through it a few times, it will be harder
Not sure what those small changes are that could greatly impact the quality of your life. Welcome to the One Percent is all about making small changes, it’s about improving yourself by just 1% every day. Every 10 days I try to come up with a new habit I can incorporate or a habit I’d
Part of my daily routine is to include dancing somewhere. From dancing with my kids in the kitchen while making food or tidying up to dancing while putting the laundry away. Having music on is uplifting and the increased endorphin levels make everything else about the day go that much smoother. That is why I
I’m really working hard on dealing with emotions. Although I thought I work through my feelings when they come up, I think what I am really doing is suppressing. I was drawn to Christine Hassler because of her book Expectation Hangover. I’m full of expectations, of myself and of others. When I’m doing my thing
Have you embraced the simplicity of a capsule wardrobe yet? If not check out my capsule wardrobe review. If you have, then it’s time to start planning your fall wardrobe. Sadly and reluctantly put away some summer outfits, then in the vibrant, crisp spirit of fall, pull out or add some freshness to your wardrobe.
A friend posted on Facebook an awesome idea for dispensing toothpaste for her kids. Put the toothpaste in a hand soap dispenser. This started me thinking about my coconut oil challenge. There are so many uses for coconut oil, especially in the bathroom. The problem is keeping it sanitary. Most of my friends who use
