The Next Right Thing 370: On Envy and Contentment with Kate Strickler
Aug 29, 2025
In this engaging talk, Kate Strickler, the creative force behind the Naptime Kitchen blog and author of 'I Just Wish I Had A Bigger Kitchen', shares her insights on finding joy in daily life. She humorously navigates motherhood with four kids while offering practical organization tips, like using mesh bags. Kate also delves into the pressures of social media, discussing authenticity and self-image, and emphasizes the importance of redefining contentment and embracing imperfections in parenting and personal growth.
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Use Mesh Bags To Organize Everything
- Organize small items into inexpensive, reusable mesh bags to simplify travel and daily life.
- Keep many sizes on hand so broken toys, meds, and toiletries each have a dedicated pouch.
Casual Beginnings Foster Authentic Content
- Early Instagram Stories trained creators to show up casually and authentically without polish.
- That formative habit can make natural, relatable content easier to sustain over years.
Clearing Skin Didn't End Comparison
- Kate treated acne as a defining insecurity until she completed a six-month Accutane regimen that cleared her skin.
- Once that issue resolved, her mind quickly shifted to the next insecurity, showing contentment is ongoing work.
