Hey Reader, Feeling overwhelmed by all the tech options as you start your business? You’re not alone. When I was starting out almost 10 years ago, I felt the same way—until I made one decision I’ve never regretted: I started my email list with [Kit (formerly ConvertKit)]. If you're a small business owner or just dreaming up your first offer, I want to help.An email list has been one of the most valuable tools in my business—and Kit has been with me from the very beginning. It’s easy to use,...
about 19 hours ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I wanted to catch you up on life in our household—and share something new I’ve been working on that might help you too. If you’ve been following along on social media, you know the past three months have been incredibly hard for our family. My husband’s dad passed away in August after nearly a year in hospice care. In October, we took my mother-in-law on a bucket-list trip to Maine, and shortly after, she also entered hospice. We lost her on November 3. I think I’m still a bit...
about 22 hours ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, Before I sign off for a few days (we’re celebrating Thanksgiving here in the U.S.), I wanted to catch you up on life in our household—and share something new I’ve been working on that might help you too. If you’ve been following along on social media, you know the past three months have been incredibly hard for our family. My husband’s dad passed away in August after nearly a year in hospice care. In October, we took my mother-in-law on a bucket-list trip to Maine, and shortly...
3 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, The holidays are here, and if you're hosting, you might already feel the pressure creeping in. Each December, my husband and I host a holiday party with over 75 guests. This year is our 26th! We've had our share of last-minute scrambles and messy mistakes...but we’ve also learned how to make it joyful. Here’s the truth: you don’t need more decorations or a brand-new menu. You need a plan that lets you actually enjoy your own party. In this week’s blog post, I’m sharing 7 secrets...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, It might feel early, but that’s exactly why I’m reaching out. Before the rush begins… what if you gave yourself permission to do things a little differently this year? On the blog this week, I’m sharing some of my favorite alternative Christmas ideas—the kind that bring more peace and less pressure. Fewer decorations. Simpler traditions. More room for meaning. 🎄 Read: Alternative Christmas Ideas That Bring More Peace and Less Stress If you're feeling stretched by expectations or...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I know. You're already thinking about the holidays and the stress of gift-giving and shopping. I hear from readers all the time asking me this very question. "How do I get my family to stop buying so many gifts?" or "How can I talk to them about simplifying our gift exchange?" Well, my friend, I have an answer. I wrote about it in my latest article. 👉 How To Talk To Your Family About Simplifying Gift Giving Check out how to start the conversation now. What gift-giving questions do...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I know. You're already thinking about the holidays and the stress of gift-giving and shopping. I hear from readers all the time asking me this very question. "How do I get my family to stop buying so many gifts?" or "How can I talk to them about simplifying our gift exchange?" Well, my friend, I have an answer. I wrote about it in my latest article. 👉 How To Talk To Your Family About Simplifying Gift Giving Check out how to start the conversation now. What gift-giving questions do...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, If your house feels like too much right now, you’re not alone.The truth is: most people try to start with the hardest things first—sentimental items, keepsakes, gifts. But when you're overwhelmed, the smartest way to start is with the easiest space. 📍 A drawer.📍 A single shelf.📍 One small corner you can finish today. Not everything. Just something. 🎥 I made a quick video to walk you through it: ✨ Ready for more support? Join the free 5-Day Reset: From Cluttered to Clear. Short,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Last week, a client shared something all too familiar: she can’t stand working in her home office. Every day, she moves her laptop to the couch or the dining room table—not exactly ideal or ergonomic. When I asked why she avoids her office, I already knew the answer. It’s the family dumping ground. Every drawer is packed with paper. Finding anything important feels like a chore. She even had to reorder her son’s birth certificate—because it vanished into the mess. If paperwork is...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I had the honor of joining Shannon Leyko on her top-rated show, The Paring Down Podcast—and I’m so excited to share it with you. We had a real, honest conversation about how comparison (the sneaky kind) often drives clutter, overspending, and overwhelm without us even realizing it. We talked about: how advertising shapes what we think we “need” how social media fuels the “not enough” feeling and how to come back to what really matters—to you This was such a joy to record, and I...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read