196: 4 Pillars to a Minimal-ish Back to School Season: Decluttering our stuff, our days, + our mindset in a new season
Aug 24, 2023
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Reflecting on back to school experiences, managing busier schedules by saying no, utilizing Alexa for time management and decluttering the mind, avoiding comparisons and focusing on what matters, prioritizing a supportive and loving environment for children, practicing simple morning lists, and promoting 'Me Time' lifestyle podcast.
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Focus on living with less stuff by decluttering, reusing, and prioritizing during the back-to-school season.
Align your schedule and routines with your values, setting boundaries and utilizing tools for organization.
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Living with Less Stuff and Avoiding Back-to-School Clutter
The back-to-school season often brings clutter and stress. Instead of buying unnecessary new items, focus on living with less stuff. Resist the pressure to keep up with others and prioritize what actually matters to you and your family. Decluttering the pantry, reusing school supplies that are still usable, and creating boundaries on back-to-school shopping are practical ways to live minimally during this season.
Aligning Your Days with Your Values
Aligning your days with your values is crucial during the back-to-school season. Reflect on past experiences and identify what worked and what didn't. Adjust your schedule and routines to prioritize what truly matters to you and your family. Set boundaries on extracurricular activities and create designated family time. Consider time-blocking and utilizing tools like Alexa to stay organized and on track.
Decluttering Your Mind and Fostering Contentment
The back-to-school season can bring stress and comparison. Declutter your mind by brain-dumping your worries and focusing on what actually matters. Avoid comparing your child's academic progress to others, and instead offer a supportive and loving environment at home. Practice gratitude as a family and find routines or practices that foster contentment and gratitude. Remember that comparison steals joy and embracing gratitude leads to contentment.
Today we are finishing off our back to school series with a solo episode all in the name of reflecting and setting ourselves up for an intentional season. We reflect on our back to school yeses and nos, and we apply the four pillars of minimal-ish living to the start of the school year. I'm excited about this episode as I love talking through these four pillars with you, and the school year always holds a special place in my heart! I hope you enjoy it (even if your kids aren't school aged) - reflecting as a new season starts is always a good idea (in my opinion, at least!)