Podcasts about homemakers

Free training: https://simplyconvivial.com/organized  Feeling constantly behind on your cleaning schedule? You're not alone — and the problem isn't you, it's the rigid checklist.In this episode of the Simply Convivial Podcast, Mystie Winckler shares the flexible homemaking routine that actually works for real family life. Instead of a detailed cleaning schedule that collapses the moment life gets unpredictable, learn the 3 Time Containers that keep your home functional without overwhelm — so you can homemake with cheerful competence.Mystie is the author of Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done and host of Simply Convivial — helping overwhelmed Christian moms build a peaceful, purposeful home.INSIDE THIS EPISODE:Why traditional cleaning schedules fail most moms (and what to do instead)How to stay engaged and attentive to your home instead of relying on an outside checklistThe 3 Time Containers routine for consistent progress without perfection:✓ The 15-Minute Morning & Evening Routine — The high-impact tasks that keep your home functional every day — dishes, clearing surfaces, and quick resets. The time limit forces focus on what matters most.✓ The 20-Minute Zone Time (Mon-Sat) — Spend 20 minutes in ONE zone for the day (a room or a theme like meal prep/laundry). No fixed checklist — you assess what that zone really needs right now and make an effective choice.✓ The 10-Minute Transformation — Pick ONE thing that's bothering you about your home and work on it for just 10 minutes. This builds agency and changes how you see your role — from failure to problem-solver.The goal isn't a perfect home. It's a home that hums at a functional baseline so you have margin for what matters.RESOURCES MENTIONED:Free Workshop: From Overwhelmed to Organized — The One Practice That Changes Everything → https://simplyconvivial.com/organized

How do we save money without feeling like we're constantly sacrificing? In this first episode of my four-part Frugal Homemaking series, I'm talking about the mindset behind spending less and wanting less. I'm sharing how I'm learning to redefine wealth, resist the constant pressure to consume, shop my home first, prioritize quality over quantity, and become more intentional with where our money goes. If you're trying to save money, live more frugally, budget better, or simply create a beautiful home without constantly buying more, this episode is for you.

Free training: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/organized - Feeling like your yearly goals never survive real life? If you have little kids, homeschool, or just a lot on your plate, a 12-month plan (or even a 12-week plan) is too long to be realistic.In this episode I'm sharing my Six-Week Interval Planning system — the homemaking breakthrough that finally helped me stop feeling behind and start making visible progress without the overhaul mentality.This is planning for how homemaking actually works: iterative, seasonal, and interrupted.INSIDE THIS EPISODE:Why annual and 12-week plans fail for busy momsWhat 6-week interval planning is (and why 6 weeks is the sweet spot)How to set realistic, achievable goals you can actually finishHow to build in maintenance so your home doesn't fall apart between projectsThe #1 planning mistake that keeps you stuck in "planning mode"How to name your intervals to set better expectations (birthday interval, holiday interval, etc.)How to work WITH your real life — not against itMy interval planning blog post: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/blog/interval-growth/THE 6-WEEK INTERVAL PROCESS:List non-negotiables — birthdays, appointments, travel, holidaysAssess your real bandwidth for the next 6 weeksChoose ONE focus project (or a few tiny iterations)Break it down — "make 3 scrapbook pages" instead of "finish the scrapbook"Stick with the plan for the full 6 weeks (no changing the template!)Review, adjust, and plan the next intervalHomemaking has no finish line — but interval planning gives you a rhythm to keep moving forward with cheerful competence.RESOURCES MENTIONED:Book: Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done — https://www.simplifiedorganization.comFree Workshop: Overwhelmed to Organized — https://www.simplyconvivial.com/organizedInspired by: The 12 Week Year by Brian Moran — why I shortened it to 6 weeks for moms at homeNEXT STEPS:Loved this? Try the Daily Card Practice for your DAYS while intervals guide your WEEKS — they work together - https://www.simplyconvivial.com/organizedSubscribe for weekly encouragement on homemaking, homeschooling, routines, and productivity from a Christian perspective.What would you put in your next 6-week interval? Tell me in the comments — I'd love to help you make it realistic.#christianhomemaking #homemaking #productivityformoms #homeschoolmom #routines #simplyconvivial #organization #planning #timemanagement #homemaker About Simply Convivial:I'm Mystie Winckler — wife, mom, homeschooler, and author of Simplified Organization. I help overwhelmed Christian moms build a peaceful, purposeful home with cheerful competence. No perfection required. New videos/podcasts weekly on homemaking, housework, routines, decluttering, and homeschooling.

We'll be back in two weeks with new episodes, but in the meantime, we're revisiting an episode about one of America's most famous lifestyle moguls:Martha Stewart spends decades building her lifestyle empire from the ground up. Her cut-throat business savvy helps make her America's first self-made female billionaire. But when she becomes embroiled in an insider trading scandal in 2002, it'll spark a media circus and threaten to muddy her squeaky clean image. A damning investigation by the U.S. government promises to take her down – alongside some of her closest friends. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

FREE Training: Overwhelmed to Organized - https://simplyconvivial.com/organized -- Feeling overwhelmed, constantly behind, and like you're just scrambling to keep up — even when your home looks fine from the outside?I get it. I spent years trying planners, overhauls, and complicated checklists that never stuck. What finally rebuilt my life wasn't a grand system — it was 3 boring, tiny habits that changed how I talk to myself and show up every day.In this episode, I'm sharing the 3 simple habits that took me from drowning to cheerfully competent — and how they can help you find peace and self-control in your homemaking too.IN THIS VIDEO, YOU'LL LEARN:✓ Why small, boring habits are more powerful than a complete life overhaul✓ Habit #1: How making your bed every morning rewires your internal dialogue ("I'm the kind of person who brings order from chaos")✓ Habit #2: How a simple Daily Top 3 on an index card keeps you focused on what actually matters today (not yesterday's failures or tomorrow's what-ifs)✓ Habit #3: Why looking at ONE master calendar every day gives you instant peace of mind and stops things from falling through the cracks✓ How these habits build self-control and help you live your calling as a Christian homemaker with joyThis isn't about perfection or doing more. It's about faithfulness in the small things, right now.RESOURCES MENTIONED:

What does it mean to be a good man? In this episode, Dru Johnson talks with Professor Nancy Pearcey about masculinity, toxic masculinity, feminism, fatherhood, Christianity, and the cultural forces that have shaped modern ideas about men.Pearcey explains why she wrote her book on masculinity after seeing increasingly hostile portrayals of men in popular culture and explores the deeper history behind these attitudes. Rather than tracing hostility toward men only to second-wave feminism, she argues that its roots extend back to the Industrial Revolution and changing ideas about work, family, masculinity, and human nature.The conversation examines how Darwinism and evolutionary psychology have contributed to negative cultural scripts about male aggression, sexuality, and dominance—and how those ideas can help explain the appeal of figures such as Andrew Tate. Pearcey also discusses research suggesting that Christian men can be loving husbands, engaged fathers, and committed family members.The episode explores the importance of recovering a healthier vision of biblical masculinity centered on responsibility, virtue, service, protection, provision, fatherhood, and family. It also considers how working from home, integrating family and work, and reconnecting fathers with their children could help reshape modern family life.Order Professor Nancy Pearcey's book here: https://bakerpublishinggroup.com/products/9780801075735_the-toxic-war-on-masculinityProfessor Nancy Pearcey's website: https://www.nancypearcey.com/Contact us at The Biblical Mind: Click HereWe are listener supported. Give to the cause here: https://thebiblicalmind.org/give/For more articles: https://thebiblicalmind.org/Social Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebraicThoughtInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hebraicthoughtThreads: https://www.threads.net/hebraicthoughtX: https://www.twitter.com/HebraicThoughtBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hebraicthought.orgChapters00:00 — Covenant, new Christians, and the intellectual questions nobody knew how to answer02:19 — How the conversation will work and why the book matters04:04 — Why Pearcey wrote the book after seeing anti-male rhetoric everywhere06:38 — Abuse, feminism, and moving from blame to healing09:06 — Anti-male language before the 20th century11:50 — Darwinism, social Darwinism, and the “beast within” script13:44 — Andrew Tate as a popularizer of older intellectual ideas16:16 — The universal “three Ps” of masculinity: provide, protect, procreate18:11 — The difference between the “good man” and the “real man”21:23 — Why empirical research matters for claims about Christian men22:21 — What the studies say about evangelical husbands and fathers25:26 — Why churches often discourage men instead of encouraging them27:24 — How the Industrial Revolution changed fathers and family life34:39 — Pandemic remote work and fathers getting closer to their children36:24 — Work, family, and the real-life benefits of flexibility40:36 — Men on the daddy track and the cost of choosing family43:08 — Bringing work home for women and the recovery of integrated family life47:16 — Millennials and Gen Z want a more integrated life48:45 — What Pearcey means by secular and how the split developed50:55 — The historical reversal that made women seem morally superior53:13 — The double standard in dating and the pressure on women to police men55:25 — Why the title is controversial and how people misread the bookSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Struggling to actually love being home full-time? You're not alone.In this episode of Simply Convivial, Mystie Winckler talks with Lauren Mefford — Christian wife, homeschool mom of six, former nurse and PhD student — about her difficult transition from a career and academia to full-time homemaking and what finally helped her embrace it with joy.Lauren didn't grow up dreaming of being a homemaker. She shares honestly about the mindset shift God worked in her heart, why skills from the workforce don't automatically translate to home, and how she learned to prioritize what God prioritizes — even when the laundry never ends.Whether you came to homemaking eagerly or reluctantly, this conversation will give you both perspective and a practical place to start.IN THIS EPISODE:Why the transition from work to full-time homemaking is harder than we expectThe "anyone can do this" myth and why homemaking is a real skill to be learnedThe difference between productivity at work vs. productivity at home (Titus 2 priorities)How prayer, discipleship, and repentance changed Lauren's attitude toward motherhoodWhere to start if you're overwhelmed: Lauren's "bare minimum blueprint" skeleton routineWhy you should build habits little by little instead of overhauling everything at onceHow to think about housework as an ongoing process — not a problem you solve onceABOUT LAUREN MEFFORD:Lauren is a Christian wife, homeschooling mom of six, and host of The Rooted Home Podcast with her husband Jeremy. She came to faith at age 24 and left her nursing career while pursuing her PhD to embrace full-time homemaking. Now she helps women manage home life with grace through her YouTube channel (Lauren Mefford), The Rooted Rhythms Method Course, and The Rooted Homemakers Collective.Find Lauren:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenMeffordPodcast: The Rooted HomeWebsite: https://www.laurenmefford.com/

A lot of us have had a lot of changes in this past week or two-- the back to school season, and we're here to talk all about it! Jayna's going back into the classroom again, and Megan has some big changes too. We'll discuss our apprehensions and goals as we start a fresh new school year and also some pros and cons we've both noticed as (former) teachers of traditional school vs. homeschool. It's a take you might not have heard before!Finally, we end with a fun and VERY PRACTICAL segment all about where we are sourcing the STUFF! Why aren't people talking about this more? It's such a big part of homemaking. Keeping things stocked . . . at a good price . . .where you can find it . . .It's a lot of unseen work we don't often think about. Today we're gonna give you our real life tips and advice for sourcing ALL THE STUFF.Please support our wonderful sponsors:Voetberg Music Academy:Use our code HOMEMAKER25 for 25% off your first month! Join thousands of other families learning music in a like-minded community your children will love to be apart of!Cozy Earth:Head to https://cozyearth.com and use our code HOMEMAKER for an exclusive 20% off.And let them know in the post purchase survey that we sent you!WILD deodorant:Grab 20% off all Wild products using code HOMEMAKER20 at https://shopwildrefill.com/honeyimhomemaker-13?v=1779210804053 - works for new & existing customers for a LIMITED TIME!Not a sponsor, but contact Kendra to place a flower order or sign up for her subscription service!https://www.instagram.com/landons_gardens/Jayna's favorite kids' shoeshttps://amzn.to/4ik1gN8Stick vacuum: https://amzn.to/4zAOgJmWatch our first 3 seasons: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqdjqwDnpIMx_GhVzCWsT4LF-1EsRhwJm&si=8hmyDW0lI4-yWhQ-Please subscribe! You can also find this podcast on Spotify and iTunes!Shop Megan's lifestyle brand FoxSparrow over at www.meganfoxunlocked.comShop Megan's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/meganfoxunlockedShop Jayna's Amazon Storefront:https://www.amazon.com/shop/jaynalynnhandmade?ref_=cm_sw_r_apann_aipsfshop_aipsfjaynalynnhandmade_8JT0JHV8AH0KP8VJX5XN&language=en_USSign up for Scribd: (audiobook library): https://www.scribd.com/gitx/a33qb4(If you use this link you'll get a free month trial!)Chairs: https://www.walmart.com/ip/SINGES-Acc...Wallpaper: https://glnk.io/4x0x0/meganfoxunlockedgmailcomUse code MEGAN35Lamp: https://amzn.to/46Dyuy7Mustard throw: (the softest thing you've ever felt!) https://amzn.to/39CgZG2Contact/Collab: meganfoxunlocked@gmail.comP.O. BOX- send us some mail!P.O. BOX 9Akron, PA 17501Follow us on Instagram:Honey I'm Homemaker: https://www.instagram.com/honeyimhomemaker/ Megan: https://www.instagram.com/meganfoxunlocked/Jayna: https://www.instagram.com/jaynaburkholder/Megan's Business: https://www.instagram.com/shopfoxsparrow/Jayna's Business: https://www.instagram.com/jaynalynnhandmade/0:00 Cinnamon-maxing and Day light savings9:57 The death plague12:36 Nesting before baby19:25 Finding out some interesting facts about our listeners23:15 What Jayna is doing at school this year 26:15 Back to School for Megan 30:23 Pros and cons of different schooling33:25 Sheltering our children- good or bad?40:10 Acquiring the STUFF48:39 How we approach cleaning and scents58:35 A 90's tool we can't live without!Some links are affiliate links. Thanks for supporting my channel!Music from YouTube and Epidemic Sound

Get the full reset: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/reset Feeling like your home - and your head - is spinning out of control? You're not alone.Chaos isn't just the piles of laundry or the dishes in the sink. It's the mental clutter, the constant rumination, and the feeling that you can't handle one more interruption without snapping. If you're easily frustrated and mentally exhausted, this workshop is for you.In this 90-Minute Reset, I'll show you how to move From Chaos to Consistency without turning your home into a rigid, joyless machine. Homemaking is a caretaking job, not an engineering job. You don't need a system that makes life run like clockwork - you need frameworks that free up your mental bandwidth so you can be emotionally available for what really matters.IN THIS VIDEO, YOU'LL LEARN:Why consistency is NOT about doing the same thing perfectly every day, and what it really means for a busy momHow to stop systems from becoming a straitjacket and start using them as tools you can flex with your real lifeThe 4 Frameworks for Your 90-Minute Reset:1. Calendar & Time Budget: Make decisions in advance so you stop spinning about what to do next2. The 15-Minute Morning & Evening Routine: Bookend your day to create stability no matter how chaotic the middle gets3. Core Personal Habits: Anchor yourself with prayer, Bible reading, and real reading before you serve anyone else4. A Simple Meal Strategy: Remove the daily 4pm dinner panic and decision fatigueThis isn't about perfection. It's about building cheerful competence through small, flexible frameworks that help you show up with grace - even when life doesn't go as planned.WHO IS THIS FOR?Perfect for Christian homemakers, homeschool moms, and any overwhelmed mom who wants a peaceful, purposeful home built on biblical principles - not Pinterest pressure.If this was helpful, please subscribe and hit the bell so you don't miss the next practical homemaking encouragement!Let me know in the comments: Which of the 4 frameworks do you need to reset FIRST?#christianhomemaking #homemakingroutines #overwhelmedmom #homemaking #christianmotherhood #homeschoolmom #homeorganization #biblicalhomemaking #morningroutine #mealplanning

Send me a text about this episode!To close out the summer season I am chatting with seasoned homemaker Mary Belue Taylor who shares wisdom from decades of marriage, mothering seven children, walking through cancer twice, and learning to serve others through the simple ministry of home. From meal trains and hospitality on the road to funny homemaking fails, favorite tools, and hard-won encouragement for younger women, Mary reminds us that homemaking doesn't have to be perfect to be beautiful—it simply needs to be faithful, authentic, and full of love.IN THIS EPISODEHomemaking in the 80sThe influence of home ec class, Granny Belue, and faithful church ladiesCooking as a ministry of loveWalking through breast cancer while caring for a familyEmbracing your own homemaking styleSHOW NOTESAll episode notes, links and resources, including Emily's Signature Dish will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Mary Taylor".https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/embrace-the-homemaker-god-made-you-to-be-a-homemaker-portrait-with-mary-belue-taylorSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/supportDISCLOSURE**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommendAI Content | Portions of this episode's copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Your objective as a rhythm maker is to fight against the “patterns of this world” and consider how to use the regular cycles of your day/week to advance the values that are most precious to you. How can a woman intentionally direct lifegiving rhythms in her home?Recognize that homemaking (and ordering your time) is a uniquely high calling.  (Genesis 2, 1 Peter 3, Titus 2) Homemakers are tasked with tending to a dwelling that is intended to be a reflection of heaven.That is a HIGH calling!As women, we are especially commissioned on earth with being keepers at home. As you cultivate a beautiful and sacred home you are cultivating a place that will hopefully reflect our heavenly home and draw others to long for our Heavenly Father.Plan in the short term and the long term Consider long term goals/ priorities and then consider what daily rhythms would help move forward those aims. In order to form godly habits we have to have “imaginations that have absorbed a vision for how things ought to be.”Where would those routines most naturally flow in the daily rhythm of my day?Consider goals that are geared towards faithfulness not accomplishment.Remember nothing you do is invisible to God! He saw you faithfully clean the bathroom and waste a naptime scrolling.Edith Schaeffer once stated, “Time cannot be used over again. Time cannot be taken to the cleaners and brought back as good as new, to be used another way. The use of time is a very permanent thing… Time moves from the present tense into the past tense very relentlessly. Childhood cannot be used over again for another set of preparations nor a different set of memories.”“Look carefully at how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.” (Ephesians 5:15)Invite your husband into the planning process. Although I might say I am complimentarian in theory, sometimes I don't act like it.God designed motherhood to occur in a marriage. Although sadly that isn't a reality for some, many of us are married. Men were created by God to lovingly lead. Do we give our husbands chances to do that? Or do we assume we understand the situation better?Utilize tools that provide structure, accountability, and flexibility. A variety of tools can help us practice godly rhythms. We ought to remember that the natural bent of this world is towards disorder, we will be prone to sin, and the life of a mom changes day to day. Thus when considering tools look for systems that will provide you structure, accountability, and flexibility. Structure: Proverbs 24:27 encourages us, “Prepare your work outside; get everything ready for yourself in the field, and after that build your house.” We don't live haphazardly. Get your plans and your materials sorted and then go about the work of pattern forming.D.A. Carson stated, “we don't drift towards holiness.”Accountability: Proverbs 17:17 “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.Proverbs 27:6 “Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.” Proverbs 27:17 “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:10 "Do not forsake your friend and your father's friend, and do not go to your brother's house on the day of your calamity. Better is a neighbor who is near than a brother who is far away". Pray for true friends who can share in your life rhythms and provide faithful accountability. Flexibility: James 4:13-15a “Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go into such and such a town and spend a year there and trade and make a profit” –yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes. Instead you ought to say, “if the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.” Doesn't every mom with a spoiled afternoon nap know this to be true!! Be flexible, hold your plans before the Lord, and trust that he will order your steps.

Free Workshop: "From Overwhelmed to Organized" → simplyconvivial.com/organizedAfter 25 years of homemaking, I've tried every planner system out there — and here's the truth I wish someone had told me at the start: no planner will ever run your home. The women who seem to have it all together aren't using some magical system you haven't found yet. They've just learned how to make good decisions quickly for their family and their week.In this episode, I share the lightbulb moment that changed everything for me — trading my endless search for the "perfect planner" for one simple habit: a 30-minute weekly review. This is a regular place to bring my attention and engagement to my real life, then leave myself a few notes — which is really all a plan ever is — so I'm not carrying every decision and detail in my head all week long.What you'll learn in this episode:Why a planner is only paper — it holds information and gives prompts, but it can't understand your familyThe difference between completing a worksheet and actually running a well-run home (hint: it's attention, judgment, action, and adjustment)My simple 30-minute weekly review process, step by stepHow to spot the "pressure points" in your week before they become emergenciesWhy paying attention to your real life isn't a preliminary step before planning — it IS the heart of homemakingMentioned in this episode:Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done: https://amzn.to/3S1lEIlHome is for Hospitality: https://amzn.to/4fV0uEVHow to Use a Planner Without Wasting Time: https://amzn.to/4gtLii5Free Workshop: "From Overwhelmed to Organized: The One Practice That Changes Everything" → simplyconvivial.com/organizedIf you've ever felt like buying one more planner would finally fix your homemaking struggles, this episode is your permission to stop looking — and start practicing instead.

Send me a text about this episode!Today, I'm joined by Emily Steiger—New Hampshire native, writer, and busy homemaker who's two years into marriage with Sam, raising a one-year-old, and expecting baby number two later this fall.In This Episode:Prepare with Purpose, Building homemaker skills before you think you themRealities of Toddler SeasonImproving Time Management: Simplify your home, let go of "doing it all"Social Media boundariesHospitality rhythmsWhen your birth story & postpartum don't go to planSHOW NOTESAll episode notes, links and resources, including Emily's Signature Dish will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Emily Steiger".https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/how-to-start-homemaking-before-you-have-a-home-emily-steiger-s-homemaker-portraitHOMEMAKER'S JOURNAL READER SUBMISSIONS--Win a Print Copy of the Next Issue! Submissions Due by Friday, August 14th.Go-To Hosting Recipe: https://form.jotform.com/262145786608062Favorite Christmas Courtesy Gift: https://form.jotform.com/262157707007152CONNECT WITH EMILYSubstack (for new posts) | @musingsofahomemakerWebsite | Musings of a Homemaker (for old posts)Support the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/supportDISCLOSURE**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommendAI Content | Portions of this episode's copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Send me a text about this episode!I have another creator spotlight for you today with seasoned homemaker, wife, and mama to 11, Laura Coppinger who has been blogging over at HeavenlyHomemakers.com for nearly 2 decades. In This Episode:Get to know Laura with some classic Homemaker Portrait questionsHeavenly Homemaker resources for practical daily helpSimple Meals Planning ServiceFREE 7-Day Summer Meal PlanHeavenly Homemaker Membership to access nearly 20 YEARS of helpful contentLaura says that everything she's created for the blog over the years has grown out of her own need, and she figured if it was helpful to her it may be helpful to other homemakers. Through her resources, blog and newsletter, Laura shares the wealth of knowledge grown out of a deep commitment to and love for the Kingdom building work of the home.SHOW NOTESConnect with LauraWebsite | heavenlyhomemakers.comInstagram | @heavenlyhomemakerFacebook | @heavenlyhomemakersResources Mentioned 7-Day Meal Plan:  https://www.heavenlyhomemakers.com/free-7-day-summer-menu-planSimple Meals Planning Service: https://www.heavenlyhomemakers.com/simple-meals-half-priceClub Membership: https://www.heavenlyhomemakers.com/membership-joinLaura's Free newsletter: https://awesome-grass-96679.myflodesk.com/u484ab003mSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/supportDISCLOSURE**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommendAI Content | Portions of this episode's copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

After a life catch-up involving tick bites, a rained out beach trip, and sleeping through snoring on a girls trip, we dive into a topic we've noticed has been getting some attention lately. Are stay at home moms making their jobs harder than they need to be? What does a stay at home dad we found lately think of the job? Can two things be true at once? We hope today's conversation strikes a cord and helps you to reframe your thinking around your homemaking and motherhood. Because maybe, we've been looking for the wrong things all alongPlease support our amazing sponsors!VOETBERG MUSIC ACADEMY:If you're looking to bring fun, rewarding music into your home this coming school year, go toVoetbergMusicAcademy.com use my code: HOMEMAKER25 for 25% off your first month! Simplify your curriculum search, with music lessons designed for families! Voetberg Music Academy will hold your hand each step of the way.COZY EARTH:Made from viscose from bamboo — breathable, soft, and built for summer. Headto cozyearth.com and use my code HOMEMAKER for an exclusive 20% off. And if you see a post-purchase survey, mention that you heard about Cozy Earth right here!https://cozyearth.com/products/bamboo-sheet-set?_pos=1&_sid=7e8260f92&_ss=r&variant=40965917835444https://cozyearth.com/products/mens-everyday-polo?_pos=1&_psq=everyday+po&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=44158195761332UPSIDE:Download the FREE Upside App here https://yt.link/MQFvwkx and use code Honey10 to get an extra $10 Bonus on your first purchase. Thank you Upside for sponsoring this video!Watch our first 3 seasons: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqdjqwDnpIMx_GhVzCWsT4LF-1EsRhwJm&si=8hmyDW0lI4-yWhQ-Please subscribe! You can also find this podcast on Spotify and iTunes!Shop Megan's lifestyle brand FoxSparrow over at www.meganfoxunlocked.comShop Megan's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/meganfoxunlockedShop Jayna's Amazon Storefront:https://www.amazon.com/shop/jaynalynnhandmade?ref_=cm_sw_r_apann_aipsfshop_aipsfjaynalynnhandmade_8JT0JHV8AH0KP8VJX5XN&language=en_USSign up for Scribd: (audiobook library): https://www.scribd.com/gitx/a33qb4(If you use this link you'll get a free month trial!)Chairs: https://www.walmart.com/ip/SINGES-Acc...Wallpaper: https://glnk.io/4x0x0/meganfoxunlockedgmailcomUse code MEGAN35Lamp: https://amzn.to/46Dyuy7Mustard throw: (the softest thing you've ever felt!) https://amzn.to/39CgZG2Contact/Collab: meganfoxunlocked@gmail.comP.O. BOX- send us some mail!P.O. BOX 9Akron, PA 17501Follow us on Instagram:Honey I'm Homemaker: https://www.instagram.com/honeyimhomemaker/ Megan: https://www.instagram.com/meganfoxunlocked/Jayna: https://www.instagram.com/jaynaburkholder/Megan's Business: https://www.instagram.com/shopfoxsparrow/Jayna's Business: https://www.instagram.com/jaynalynnhandmade/Some links are affiliate links. Thanks for supporting my channel!Music from YouTube and Epidemic Sound

Free training:  simplyconvivial.com/organized - The problem isn't that you're inconsistent — it's that your definition of consistency is wrong.We've been taught to think of consistency like a machine: evenly-spaced, identical results every single day. But you're not a machine — you're a human being who fluctuates, cares for unpredictable people, and lives in real, messy circumstances. Trying to force machine-like sameness into your homemaking is actually what's preventing real consistency.In this episode, I walk through a better model: consistency like a tree, not a machine. Rooted and steadfast in your mission, but flexible enough to sway with the wind — adapting, adjusting, and giving each person what they need while still coming back to the things that matter most.You'll learn:

Send me a text about this episode!I'm chatting with Lerize Jansen van Rensburg, a wife, mother, part-time legal consultant, blogger, and homemaker living with her husband and their two daughters on a grain farm in the Free State of South Africa that's been in his family for five generations. Lerize shares how God has shaped her view of homemaking through motherhood, farm life, hospitality, and the faithful examples of the women who came before her. In This Episode:Her journey from ambitious career woman to a woman surprised by her love for homeSeasonal meal planningGathering people for big hospitality Learning to hold plans looselyTreasuring ordinary days. Lerize's homemaker portrait is a beautiful reminder that home is where your family's story is being told and where everyday moments become part of a lasting legacy.SHOW NOTESAll links and resources, including Lerize's signature dish recipe, are on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Lerize Jansen van Rensburg".https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/finding-beauty-in-ordinary-homemaking-with-lerize-jansen-van-rensburgMAGAZINE SUBMISSIONS WANTED:SHARE YOUR GO-TO HOSTING RECIPESHARE YOUR FAVORITE SIMPLE COURTESY GIFT (for teachers, neighbors, service providers, etc)DEADLINE, AUGUST 13THSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/supportDISCLOSURE**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommendAI Content | Portions of this episode's copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Chaos to Consistency 90-minute Reset: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/reset ⬅️ Feeling overwhelmed, chaotic, and constantly behind — no matter how hard you're working? Working harder isn't the answer. What you actually need is to stop and make a few simple, intentional decisions — and this video walks you through exactly which ones.Forget the massive decluttering session or the perfect Pinterest system. The real reset is "thought work" — pre-made decisions in four key areas that clear the obstacles to a steady, peaceful rhythm at home.In this episode, I cover the 4 foundational systems every home needs:

Send me a text about this episode!I have a NEW type of episode format to introduce to you today! It's called a Creator Spotlight episode and I will occasionally add one to the traditional Monday Motivation lineup. In these interviews, I will highlight authors, YouTubers, bloggers and content creators who offer resources that will benefit the homemaking community. In today's Creator Spotlight I am chatting an author whose writing I have enjoyed for many years. Homemaker, placemaker, and beauty seeker, Christie Purifoy has authored several books on home and homemaking and her new book, A House to Call Home: Creating Places That will Comfort and Care for Us, explores many of the same themes we discuss here on The Art of Home Podcast. In This Episode:what it looks like to practice the “art of home” or placemaking, as Christie calls it over timeHow beauty has shaped Christie's calling to be a placemakerHow homes, much like gardens, are alive, continually going through seasons of growth, chaos, death, and renewal and how that rhythm can strengthen our hope in God's faithfulnessCreating a haven in a rental or less-than-ideal space A small practical step you can take today to make your place a House to Call HomeSHOW NOTES

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Send me a text about this episode!Today I'm joined by Rhonda Wax, a pastor's wife, mother of four, grandmother of fourteen, and a lifelong homemaker whose heart for hospitality shines through every season of her story.Rhonda shares about building a warm and welcoming home, learning to loosen the grip of perfectionism, and finding worship even in the ordinary tasks of the day. We also talk about Sabbath rhythms, a creative and brilliant way to teach children stewardship, and the beautiful legacy she is leaving through prayer-filled Bibles for her grandchildren.This is a conversation full of wisdom, practical encouragement, and a gentle reminder that homemaking is not about creating a perfect picture, but about making a safe and loving place where people can be known, nourished, and pointed to Christ.SHOW NOTESAll links, resources and notes are on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Rhonda Wax".https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/rhonda-wax-homemaker-portrait-biblical-hospitality-simple-home-rhythms-leaving-a-legacySubmit Your Go-To Hosting Recipe by August 7, 2026. Your recipe may be published in our next magazine issue. Submit full original recipe, including all ingredients and clear steps to magazine@theartofhomepodcast.comSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/supportDISCLOSURE**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommendAI Content | Portions of this episode's copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Is "Am I doing enough?" the first thing on your mind every homeschool morning? Nicole Anderson — homeschooling mom of three and self-described recovering perfectionist — says that's the wrong question. And changing it might be the most freeing thing you do for your family.Nicole joins the Simply Convivial podcast to share how she manages the overwhelming demands of homeschooling and homemaking without burning out — not by doing more, but by shifting her entire framework from perfectionism to faithfulness.In this conversation we cover:Why there really is too much to do — and why that's not the problem you think it isThe one question that replaces "Am I doing enough?" (it changes everything)Her simple planning system: running lists, a single-page monthly calendar, and a binder that keeps it all togetherWhy she stopped trying to do everything every dayHow her mission of discipleship reframes every homemaking and homeschooling decisionA broader definition of hospitality that takes the pressure off your homeWhether you're drowning in Christian homeschooling overwhelm or just need someone to tell you the laundry can wait — this episode is for you.Topics: homeschool planning, homeschool routines, Christian homeschooling, homeschool mom burnout, simplified homeschool, discipleship and homemaking

Send me a text about this episode!For over 5 years now, I have sat on the interviewers side of the microphone bringing you over 100 homemaker stories. Many of you have asked to hear my answers to these questions, and today you get your wish. Hannah Stewart of the Sugar & Spice Mom Life Podcast approached me a few months ago with the idea to interview me for her show using my Homemaker Portrait questions, and I agreed! This is a crossover episode featuring an introduction and some AoH news from me followed by Hannah's interview of me from her podcast. I close the episode with my thoughts, the emoji for the show and a few reminders. I pray you will be blessed by my story of home as much as I've been blessed by hearing all of yours. SHOW NOTESDetailed notes, links, and resources (including my signature dish recipe) are available on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Allison Weeks Homemaker Portrait".https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaker-portrait-allison-weeksSubmit Your Go-To Hosting Recipe for Homemaker's Journal Must be originalInclude all ingredients and detailed stepsDeadline to submit, August 1, 2026send to: magazine@theartofhomepodcast.comConnect with HannahPodcast | Sugar & Spice Mom LifeYoutube | @sugarandspicemomlifeInstagram | @sugarandspicemomlifeSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/supportDISCLOSURE**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommendAI Content | Portions of this episode's copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Send me a text about this episode!Today I want to share one final preview article from our first issue of Homemaker's Journal. So often we think of celebration as our idea—something we plan when life goes well. But in Scripture, celebration begins with God. In today's episode, Amber Davis will show us that the Father's heart isn't distant or disinterested—He's a welcoming God who sets the table of celebration, calls His children in close, and says, "Come and partake." This article was originally published in Homemaker's Journal, Issue no 1, spring/summer 2026.EPISODE NOTESGet Homemaker's Journalhomemakersjournal.comConnect with Amberwebsite | confidentweakness.comReflection QuestionsOur God is the ultimate host of celebrations because He initiates and delights in them. How does this change the way you see your life and the way you gather with others?As His image-bearers, we have the opportunity to use the joy-filled seams woven into our calendar to remember His goodness and share his heart with others. Who might you need to make room for at the table and how will you extend a personal invitation to your celebration?Support the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/support**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

Today you are in for a ride!! It's been 13 years since we said yes to the loves of our lives and consequently started our homemaking journeys. First we have some thoughts on current events and Jayna had a bomb to drop! But then . . .Join us for a trip down memory lane as we reminisce about our weddings, (and Mennonite wedding culture in general,) our honeymoon drama, (and fights--oops!) and the ups and downs of learning what keeping a home is all about! It's all about the early days! Please support our amazing sponsors!VOETBERG MUSIC ACADEMY:If you're looking to bring fun, rewarding music into your home this coming school year, go toVoetbergMusicAcademy.com use my code: HOMEMAKER25 for 25% off your first month! Simplify your curriculum search, with music lessons designed for families! Voetberg Music Academy will hold your hand each step of the way.COZY EARTH:Made from viscose from bamboo — breathable, soft, and built for summer. Headto cozyearth.com and use my code HOMEMAKER for an exclusive 20% off. And if you see a post-purchase survey, mention that you heard about Cozy Earth right here!https://cozyearth.com/products/bamboo-sheet-set?_pos=1&_sid=7e8260f92&_ss=r&variant=40965917835444https://cozyearth.com/products/mens-everyday-polo?_pos=1&_psq=everyday+po&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=44158195761332BIRCH Thank you Birch Living for sponsoring! Visit https://birchliving.com/honeyimhomemaker for 27% off during their Extended Fourth of July Sale! Megan's skirt: https://amzn.to/4fjZc4IMegan's top: https://collabs.shop/41pssyWatch our first 3 seasons: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqdjqwDnpIMx_GhVzCWsT4LF-1EsRhwJm&si=8hmyDW0lI4-yWhQ-Please subscribe! You can also find this podcast on Spotify and iTunes!Shop Megan's lifestyle brand FoxSparrow over at www.meganfoxunlocked.comShop Megan's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/meganfoxunlockedShop Jayna's Amazon Storefront:https://www.amazon.com/shop/jaynalynnhandmade?ref_=cm_sw_r_apann_aipsfshop_aipsfjaynalynnhandmade_8JT0JHV8AH0KP8VJX5XN&language=en_USSign up for Scribd: (audiobook library): https://www.scribd.com/gitx/a33qb4(If you use this link you'll get a free month trial!)Chairs: https://www.walmart.com/ip/SINGES-Acc...Wallpaper: https://glnk.io/4x0x0/meganfoxunlockedgmailcomUse code MEGAN35Lamp: https://amzn.to/46Dyuy7Mustard throw: (the softest thing you've ever felt!) https://amzn.to/39CgZG2Contact/Collab: meganfoxunlocked@gmail.comP.O. BOX- send us some mail!P.O. BOX 9Akron, PA 17501Follow us on Instagram:Honey I'm Homemaker: https://www.instagram.com/honeyimhomemaker/ Megan: https://www.instagram.com/meganfoxunlocked/Jayna: https://www.instagram.com/jaynaburkholder/Megan's Business: https://www.instagram.com/shopfoxsparrow/Jayna's Business: https://www.instagram.com/jaynalynnhandmade/0:00 My excuse for not hosting 3:55 We left our church11:39 When the sacredness of life is questioned20:39 Crazy Mennonite wedding rules27:10 Our wedding budgets30:00 Harvesting help from your family33:42 Honeymoon memories38:35 Our house was ransackedSetting up house47:02 Designing my first kitchen at 2052:40 We split the chores-- tradwife who?Some links are affiliate links. Thanks for supporting my channel!Music from YouTube and Epidemic Sound

You have more influence in your marriage than you think — and Tilly Dillehay's Wife School is here to show you exactly how to use it. This biblical marriage conversation is for every Christian wife who's felt stuck waiting for something to change.Tilly Dillehay (author, pastor's wife, and creator of Wife School) joins Mystie Winckler to discuss what biblical respect actually looks like in daily married life — the small moments of courtesy and gratitude that set the whole tone of your home.In this episode we cover:→ What inspired Wife School and why women are hungry for this teaching right now→ The viral Guardian article: what they got wrong about biblical womanhood→ Why you're not helpless even when your husband isn't leading perfectly→ The "small moments" framework that shapes the pattern of leadership in your home→ How gratitude powers up your husband (and what happens when it's missing)→ Why your marriage is the greatest inheritance you can give your children"A man's desire to please his wife is quite strong. You can pour fuel in his engine — or you can be the little engine light that dings at him all day." — Tilly DillehayWhether you're in a hard season or simply want more joy in your marriage, this conversation will leave you with practical, biblical tools you can use today.

If you're a busy mom who feels like you're drowning — like your entire to-do list lives in your head and you're constantly dropping the ball — this video is for you.Daily Card Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPkowQCQW4x_lJzinlghXXGsKTZODpPeqMom's Weekly Review Masterclass: http://simplyconvivial.com/mwrEHAP article: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/blog/ehap-tidy-house/Convivial Circle: https://www.convivialcircle.comAfter 25 years of homemaking and homeschooling, I've narrowed it down to three ridiculously simple habits that finally got my home (and my mind) under control. No fancy planners. No hours without kids. Just three things that actually work.In this video you'll learn:✅ The daily index card method — your one-tool system for priorities and notes✅ The 30-minute weekly review — your strategy session for a calmer, more prepared week  ✅ EHAP (Everything Has A Place) — the 10-minute family tidy that resets your whole home

The living ideas that Charlotte Mason says should inspire our education have been educating great minds since the beginning. The Inspired Homeschool is now available! https://amzn.to/4aKPCGJC.S. Lewis, Leonardo da Vinci, Blaise Pascal, and Joan of Arc were homeschooled. Jennifer Pepito reveals how history's greatest minds were educated, and what it means for your homeschool today.Jennifer Pepito, author of The Inspired Homeschool and host of The Restoration Home podcast, joins Mystie to share how Charlotte Mason's principles have been lived out through history's most inspiring figures. With over 25 years of homeschooling her seven children, Jennifer offers a vision for joyful, confident learning that goes far beyond boxed curricula.In this episode:✅ Why the most influential people in history were homeschooled — and what that means for Christian homeschooling today✅ How Charlotte Mason's living books approach transforms the way children learn✅ The surprising power of quiet time, free play, and time in nature✅ Why reading aloud is the most powerful thing you can do to pass on values to your children✅ How to stop comparing your homeschool to public school standards — and trust your children's God-given capacity to learn"We overestimate the power of a boxed curriculum or a trained teacher, and completely underestimate the power of our own love for God." — Jennifer PepitoWhether you're just starting your homeschool journey or 25 years in, this conversation will encourage you to build a homeschool rooted in faith, virtue, and joyful curiosity.

Send me a text about this episode!I have another preview article from our first issue of Homemaker's Journal today. Birthdays and celebrations aren't always joyous. Some of the hardest holidays and special days to navigate are those that come in the midst of loss. Homemaker, Amber Reesor, shares how embracing the memory of her father's favorite birthday cake provided a sweet path forward in her grief of losing him sooner than she expected.Connect with AmberWebsite | littlereesorhouse.comIG | @amberwidemanYouTube | @LittleReesorHouseSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/support**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

I'm sharing something a little different this week—an article I had the privilege of writing for the Homemakers Journal by the Art of Home. In this episode, I read my piece, Host with Heart, Not a Hefty Price Tag, where I share my philosophy on meaningful hospitality, practical ways to host on a budget, and why the most memorable gatherings are built on connection, not perfection. Homemaker's Journal: https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/category/all-products  My episode of Art of Home: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homemaker-portrait-double-episode-brittany-duncan-jenna/id1557993655?i=1000663164564&l=zh-Hans-CN  Follow along on Instagram: @untraditionallytraditionalpod Subscribe to my newsletter: www.untraditionallytraditional.com Support the podcast www.buymeacoffee.com/UTPod  

Your homemaking plan keeps failing — and it's probably not your fault. Most planning systems were never designed for the constant caretaking reality of real home life.In this video, Mystie Winckler unpacks why "wishful thinking plans" fall apart and offers a simpler, more honest approach to weekly planning that actually works — for your real, messy, interrupted life.You'll discover:✔ The real reason your plans feel like they're always failing✔ How to stop over-complicating your planner and plan with just three things✔ Why disruptions are part of the plan — not a failure of it✔ How to make wise judgment calls when you can't do everything✔ The free Weekly Dashboard that makes planning guilt-free"Make a plan without being tied to the plan — and without guilt when it doesn't happen."

What would your family do if disaster struck today? In this episode, I'm sharing practical, no-nonsense ways to prepare your home, finances, and family for emergencies—from building an emergency fund and creating a go-bag to protecting your home from wildfires, hurricanes, and more. Preparedness isn't about living in fear—it's about being a good steward of what you've been given and finding peace through planning. Follow along on Instagram: @untraditionallytraditionalpod Subscribe to my newsletter: www.untraditionallytraditional.com Support the podcast www.buymeacoffee.com/UTPod  

Send me a text about this episode!In this episode, I am chatting with in-the-trenches homemaker, Kara Garis, all about keeping a home with her husband of 17 years and their 5 kids. I am so excited for you to hear this conversation. Kara has so much wisdom to share. In this Episode:Stepping into homemaking without a lot of practical skillsHow the Lord uses the ordinary work of the home to shape expectations, priorities, & faithHow to raise kids who notice and anticipate the needs of othersHow homemaking proclaims what we believe about our hope laid up in heaven and emulates our God who gives hope to the hopeless and welcomes the lonely and broken into an eternal Home with Him SHOW NOTESAll links and resources, including recipes will be on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Kara Garis".https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/are-you-a-type-b-homemakerSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/support**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

Raising godly daughters in today's world feels harder than ever — but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. In this episode, I'm joined by Nancy Wilson, author of the brand-new book Future Women (Canon Press), the long-awaited companion to Douglas Wilson's Future Men.Nancy brings decades of wisdom on what girls actually need most from their parents — and it's not what the culture is telling you.In this conversation we cover:Why girls are "hungry for love and security" — and what happens when that need goes unmetThe father's irreplaceable role in a daughter's security (and what to watch for if it's missing)"Snoopervising" — Nancy's term for the active, watchful parenting our daughters needWhy modesty is about body control and self-discipline, not just what she wearsHow to invest in your daughter's domestic skills and her individual gifts and interestsUsing your dinner table as a place to build Christian worldview and family cultureBeing counter-cultural as Christian parents without being isolated or fearfulGet the book: Future Women by Nancy Wilson — Canon Press https://canonpress.com/products/future-womenSimply Convivial is Christian homemaking encouragement for overwhelmed moms who want a peaceful, purposeful home — practical wisdom for homemaking, routines, homeschooling, and raising your family with cheerful competence.#ChristianParenting #RaisingGodlyDaughters #ChristianHomemaking #NancyWilson #FutureWomen

One of us recently got the chance to get our colors analyzed and today we're here to report back how it went, why it might or might not actually matter, and if we recommend you trying it for yourself. Do looks really matter? Can feeling our best make us happier and perform better as homemakers? We'll discuss all of that and more, such as: our current time organization methods, a huge project we have been working on, and why we don't like to talk about modesty. It's a fun and worthwhile listen! So grab an iced coffee or that basket of laundry and listen in!Please support our wonderful sponsors:VOETBERG MUSIC ACADEMY:If you're looking to bring fun, rewarding music into your home this coming school year, go toVoetbergMusicAcademy.com use my code: HOMEMAKER25 for 25% off your first month! Simplify your curriculum search, with music lessons designed for families! Voetberg Music Academy will hold your hand each step of the way.COZY EARTH:Made from viscose from bamboo — breathable, soft, and built for summer. Headto cozyearth.com and use my code HOMEMAKER for an exclusive 20% off. And if you see a post-purchase survey, mention that you heard about Cozy Earth right here!https://cozyearth.com/products/bamboo-sheet-set?_pos=1&_sid=7e8260f92&_ss=r&variant=40965917835444https://cozyearth.com/products/mens-everyday-polo?_pos=1&_psq=everyday+po&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=44158195761332CUROLOGY:#CurologyPartner Head to https://curology.yt.link/9QHMLQk for a special offer on your first Curology box! Subscription required, subject to consultation. Restrictions apply. See website for full details and important safety information.Jayna's dress: https://amzn.to/4wDbzA7 Megan's dress: sold out from InheritShop my new collection here:http://www.inheritco.com/MEGANFOXUNLOCKED Color analysis by Elminahttps://www.instagram.com/colorandgraceco?igsh=c2g2a2M1Y2F4NW80Landon's Gardens:https://www.instagram.com/landons_gardens?igsh=amc0ZGUzZ3hsbjh3 Book--A New Home For Hank — A Boy's Journey to Heaven https://share.google/nptXTE50OxJpCywNiWatch our first 3 seasons: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqdjqwDnpIMx_GhVzCWsT4LF-1EsRhwJm&si=8hmyDW0lI4-yWhQ-Please subscribe! You can also find this podcast on Spotify and iTunes!Shop Megan's lifestyle brand FoxSparrow over at www.meganfoxunlocked.comShop Megan's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/meganfoxunlockedShop Jayna's Amazon Storefront:https://www.amazon.com/shop/jaynalynnhandmade?ref_=cm_sw_r_apann_aipsfshop_aipsfjaynalynnhandmade_8JT0JHV8AH0KP8VJX5XN&language=en_USSign up for Scribd: (audiobook library): https://www.scribd.com/gitx/a33qb4(If you use this link you'll get a free month trial!)Chairs: https://www.walmart.com/ip/SINGES-Acc...Wallpaper: https://glnk.io/4x0x0/meganfoxunlockedgmailcomUse code MEGAN35Lamp: https://amzn.to/46Dyuy7Mustard throw: (the softest thing you've ever felt!) https://amzn.to/39CgZG2Contact/Collab: meganfoxunlocked@gmail.comP.O. BOX- send us some mail!P.O. BOX 9Akron, PA 17501Follow us on Instagram:Honey I'm Homemaker: https://www.instagram.com/honeyimhomemaker/ Megan: https://www.instagram.com/meganfoxunlocked/Jayna: https://www.instagram.com/jaynaburkholder/Megan's Business: https://www.instagram.com/shopfoxsparrow/0:00 The craft room of her dreams5:06 Organizing my time in "buckets"10:55 Women in leadership16:45 A children's book about . . . . DEATH?21:13 Why is color analysis trending AGAIN!34:16 So now what???39:58 Why we dont talk about modesty 42:28 Dressing age appropriate 46:03 Sparks in your marriage!49:57 What we admire about older womenSome links are affiliate links. Thanks for supporting my channel!Music from YouTube and Epidemic Sound

Send me a text about this episode!It's week 3 of Homemaker's Journal sneak peak and today I'm reading another article from our 2026 Spring/Summer issue. If you like what you hear, be sure to grab a digital or print copy over at homemakersjournal.com. This issue if full of homemaker inspiration and encouragement that will serve you and your home any time of year. Today's article is by homemaker and podcaster, Brittany Duncan, who shares lots of practical homemaking help like what you are about to hear on her show, Untraditionally Traditional: A Millennial Homemaker.EPISODE NOTESConnect with Brittanywebsite | untraditionallytraditional.cominstagram |  @untraditionallytraditionalpodSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/support**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

Are you tired of rushing through your days, only to reach bedtime wondering where the hours went? In this live show, I share why I stopped rushing and how I reconciled slow living with my never-ending to-do list — not as a trend, but as a faithful, biblical response to overwhelm.Slow living isn't about doing less for the sake of laziness. It's about doing the right things on purpose, with full attention, and letting go of the frantic pace that steals our joy. As a Christian homemaker, I've found that organizing my attitude is  an act of stewardship — protecting my time, my attention, and my family's peace.

Send us Fan MailWhen life doesn't look the way you once planned, how do you decide what matters most? What does success look like when your priorities change?Deb sits down with Rowena Brykin to discuss her family's move from Abu Dhabi to Canada, her decision to leave a successful career to become a homemaker, and the realities of raising four boys, including triplets, two of whom are autistic - one profoundly so.Together they explore caregiving, marriage, identity, and the invisible load many parents carry while creating a life that better supports their family's needs.A powerful conversation about redefining success, choosing peace, and discovering that sometimes the greatest act of love is simply being present.Real parents. Real stories. Because it takes a village to raise a child — and a community to raise their parent.WATCH THIS EPISODE on YOUTUBE HEREThe Guest: ROWENA BRYKINIG - @mama_brykin  (Main)       @mama_uniquorns TIKTOK - @victoriagood.ca"I NEED MY SASS BACK"  Music Video YouTubeSpotifyApple Music IG - @sassandsmalls (Main)        @sassandsmalltalkpodcastFB/TIKTOK/WEBSITESUBSCRIBE YOUTUBEListen HERERequests HERERATINGSIf you're a parent/caregiver carrying an invisible load & like what you hear? Please share and rate us 5 Stars  BYE BYE BURNOUTMY GO-TO for Cortisol-balancing, Gut-healing, Stress Resillience:  "HAPPY" DRINK $10 OFF 

Send me a text about this episode!In today's episode, I'm chatting with In-The-Trenches homemaker, Kristin Park, wife and mama who has recently made the shift from business owner and full time speech therapist to full time homemaker. We talk about what that transition has been like for Kristin and her family, the steps they took to decide if they could live on one income and how their values shaped that decision. I know you will love this story of home. Kristin has much wisdom and insight to share. EPISODE NOTESAll links and notes, including Kristin's signature dish recipe, will be on the blog. Go to heartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Kristin Park" or click the link below.Support the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/support**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

Join the July Daily Card Challenge: convivialcircle.com  |  Feeling overwhelmed by your home, your list, and all the things you meant to do but didn't?You don't need a brand-new planner, a perfect routine, or a complete life overhaul. You need one simple daily practice that helps you stop spinning, choose what matters, and take the next faithful step.In this free workshop, Overwhelmed to Organized: The One Practice That Changes Everything, Mystie Winckler of Simply Convivial will show you how the Daily Card helps busy Christian moms turn scattered days into intentional ones.The Daily Card is not about doing everything. It is about practicing the skill of choosing your top 3, putting in daily reps, resetting when life goes sideways, and building real momentum over time.In this workshop, you'll learn:Why your to-do list keeps making you feel behindHow writing your top 3 each day helps you gain tractionWhy consistency comes from practice, not perfectionHow to reset your day when interruptions take overHow the Daily Card can help you move from overwhelmed to organized one day at a timeThis is for you if you are tired of ending the day discouraged, unsure what mattered most, or buried under a list that never gets done.Bring a notebook, a pen, and your real-life responsibilities. We're not planning a fantasy day. We're practicing faithful action in the day God actually gave us.Join the July Daily Card Challenge inside Convivial Circle here:https://www.convivialcircle.comLearn more from Simply Convivial:https://www.simplyconvivial.com/overwhelm

Send me a text about this episode!Today I'm happy to give you another Homemaker's Journal sneak peak article from our 2026 Spring/Summer issue. If you like what you hear, be sure to grab a digital or print copy over at homemakersjournal.com. This issue covers topics that focus on celebrations and all things spring and summer homemaking, but the concepts can be applied any time of year in your practice of the art of home. Today's feature article is no exception. Homemaker and writer, Sarah Beaugh, shares how the people next door can go from Stranger to Neighbor through shared experiences centered around holidays and celebrations.EPISODE NOTESConnect with Sarahwebsite | sarahbeaugh.comInstagram |  @the.welcoming.home  and @Sarah.beaughSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/support**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

Overwhelmed to Organized: simplyconvivial.com/overwhelmWhat if one index card could tell you exactly what to do today — no guesswork, no overwhelm, no endless to-do list? In this video, I walk you through my 3x3 daily card method: the simple planning system over 1,000 moms are using to manage their homes without the mental overload.You don't need a perfect plan. You don't need a 47-item task list. You need a clear answer to one question: "What do I do next?" That's what the daily card gives you.In this video, I show you my real, actual daily card — the one I use every single day to keep my home running, my priorities straight, and my mind at peace. I'll walk you through every section of the 3x3 method so you can start your own today.✨ What you'll learn:• The 3x3 daily card method — section by section, with my real card as the example• Top Three Things: how to choose your 3 real commitments for the day (not wishful thinking)• AM 15 & PM 15: the 15-minute bookend routines that keep your home from falling apart• Transformation 10: the 10-minute daily task that tackles what you've been avoiding• Personal habits tracking: Bible reading, water, and the surprising power of "smile" as a daily goal• Your daily motto: one phrase that keeps you focused all day• The back of the card: how to capture stray thoughts without derailing your plan• Why the small format matters — and why throwing the card away at the end of the day is the point

Overwhelmed to Organized: simplyconvivial.com/overwhelmProductivity apps promise to organize your life — but for moms, they often become just another distraction. In this video, I share the analog productivity method that changed how I manage my home: a single index card.If you've ever opened your phone to check your to-do list and gotten sucked into 20 minutes of scrolling, this is for you. I've tried the apps, the color-coded planners, the elaborate weekly spreads — and I keep coming back to one embarrassingly simple tool: a daily index card (or sometimes just a Post-it note).Here's why analog beats digital for daily home management: writing things down by hand creates friction — and that friction is actually the point. It forces you to pause, think, and ask "Does this really matter? What's going to make the biggest difference today?" The small size of an index card reminds you that your day is a limited container. You can't do everything, so you have to choose what matters most.This isn't about building the perfect weekly spread. It's about daily reps — choosing your priorities, following through, and starting fresh every single day. And when the day goes sideways (because with kids, it will), you just toss the card and make a new one. Low stakes. High adaptability.✨ What you'll learn:• Why digital productivity tools are attention vacuums that work against moms• How the "friction" of writing by hand makes you a better decision-maker• Why a small format (index card or Post-it) forces realistic daily planning• How daily reps beat elaborate weekly spreads for home management• Why analog planning keeps your attention on your family — not your phone

Overwhelmed to Organized: simplyconvivial.com/overwhelmFeeling overwhelmed by your mental to-do list? Like you have 47 browser tabs open in your brain at all times? In this video, I share the simple paper productivity system that finally tamed my mom overwhelm — no app, no elaborate planner, no perfectionism required.If you're an overwhelmed mom trying to manage your home, your kids, and your life all inside your head, this is for you. I'll walk you through why keeping your to-do list in your head is creating anxiety (not productivity), and how writing things down — specifically on a daily index card — transforms vague overwhelm into clear, actionable next steps.This isn't about finding the "perfect" planner or a complicated project management system. It's about a small, repeatable, disposable daily planning habit that cuts through perfectionism and helps you choose the next right thing — the next faithful step — for today.✨ What you'll learn:• Why your brain isn't designed to be your family's command center• How writing things down reduces the mental load of invisible work• The daily card system: simple, visible, limited to one day• How to stop the swirl of anxious thoughts and make moment-to-moment decisions with confidence• Why small, consistent systems beat elaborate planning every time

Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.We are kicking off our Summer 2026 season today with an article from our brand new resource, Homemaker's Journal. It's a seasonal magazine, but so much more than a magazine. Filled with encouraging, inspirational articles from over a dozen homemakers, this publication is meant to be a tool to help you learn and grow as you practice your art of keeping a home and to keep a record of your homemaking. Over the next 5 weeks, I will highlight some of the articles from our first issue which came out this past May. If you like what you hear, be sure to grab a digital or print copy over at homemakersjournal.com. This magazine is seasonal in nature, but timeless in its content. So anytime is a good time to get your copy. Today's article is from homemaker, writer, and former guest, Christa Sterken. In this beautifully written, thoughtful piece, Christa shares how she has learned to celebrate the everyday in her homemaking through recognizing the Gift of Small Joys.EPISODE NOTESConnect with ChristaWebsite | christasterken.comSubstack | Let it Be Lovely Get Your Copy of Homemaker's Journalhomemakersjournal.com  ortheartofhomepodcast.com/shopSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCESHomemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal MagazinePrivate Facebook Group, Homemaker ForumJR Miller's Homemaking Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Text/Voicemail-use the link at top of description | Website | Email  Follow | Follow The PodcastSupport | theartofhomepodcast.com/support**Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

#whimsy #homemakerpodcast #top5horrorstoriesToday's episode is going to cover it all! First of all we are going to be discussing some of our worst nightmares in life. (Did someone say vulnerability hang over?) Then we totally switch gears and discuss ways we are adding a little whimsy to our daily lives and routines. When life gets serious, making life more whimsical is what we need! At the end we react to some UNHINGED uses of free will that you will NOT see coming. Thanks for hanging out. Leave us a comment and . . . .Please support our wonderful sponsors:Voetberg Music Academy:Go to https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ and use code HOMEMAKER10 to get your first month's access for only $10! (Good for the whole family!)Cozy Earth:If you're still need a gift for dad, he will LOVE their super comfy lounge clothes! Use code HOMEMAKER for 20% off ANYTHING at cozyearth.comhttps://cozyearth.com/products/bamboo-sheet-set?_pos=1&_sid=7e8260f92&_ss=r&variant=40965917835444https://cozyearth.com/products/mens-everyday-polo?_pos=1&_psq=everyday+po&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=44158195761332WILD deodorant:Grab 20% off all Wild products using code HOMEMAKER20 at https://shopwildrefill.com/honeyimhomemaker-13?v=1779210804053 - works for new & existing customers in case you want to check out their new summer scents! Megan's top: http://www.inheritco.com/MEGANFOXUNLOCKEDWatch our first 3 seasons: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqdjqwDnpIMx_GhVzCWsT4LF-1EsRhwJm&si=8hmyDW0lI4-yWhQ-Please subscribe! You can also find this podcast on Spotify and iTunes!Shop Megan's lifestyle brand FoxSparrow over at www.meganfoxunlocked.comShop Megan's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/meganfoxunlockedShop Jayna's Amazon Storefront:https://www.amazon.com/shop/jaynalynnhandmade?ref_=cm_sw_r_apann_aipsfshop_aipsfjaynalynnhandmade_8JT0JHV8AH0KP8VJX5XN&language=en_USSign up for Scribd: (audiobook library): https://www.scribd.com/gitx/a33qb4(If you use this link you'll get a free month trial!)Chairs: https://www.walmart.com/ip/SINGES-Acc...Wallpaper: https://glnk.io/4x0x0/meganfoxunlockedgmailcomUse code MEGAN35Lamp: https://amzn.to/46Dyuy7Mustard throw: (the softest thing you've ever felt!) https://amzn.to/39CgZG2Contact/Collab: meganfoxunlocked@gmail.comP.O. BOX- send us some mail!P.O. BOX 9Akron, PA 17501Follow us on Instagram:Honey I'm Homemaker: https://www.instagram.com/honeyimhomemaker/ Megan: https://www.instagram.com/meganfoxunlocked/Jayna: https://www.instagram.com/jaynaburkholder/Megan's Business: https://www.instagram.com/shopfoxsparrow/Jayna's Business: https://www.instagram.com/jaynalynnhandmade/Some links are affiliate links. Thanks for supporting my channel!Music from YouTube and Epidemic Sound

Homemaking becomes discouraging fast when you think you are the only one struggling.In this episode, I talk with Convivial Circle member Meghan Jackson about how she started a local homemaking accountability and encouragement group using the ideas and tools she learned inside Convivial Circle. We discuss interval planning, coworking, homemaking friendships, local community, accountability, and why Christian women need real-life relationships where they can talk honestly about home management and growth.In this episode:Christian homemaking was never meant to happen in isolation. Real growth often happens when women gather together to talk shop, share what's working, encourage one another, and practice faithful homemaking side by side.You'll learn:How Megan started a local homemaking groupWhy coworking helps homemakers make progressHow interval planning works in real lifeWhy homemaking conversations reduce overwhelm and isolationHow “small wins” create momentum and encouragementBest next step:Join Convivial Circle here: convivialcircle.comWe also talk about:local homemaking communityChristian friendshiphomemaking accountabilityinterval planningweekly review habitsmeal planning workshopshomemaking mentorshiptalking shop as homemakerscheerful productivitymotherhood and isolationrealistic homemaking supportcultivating local community

Digital clutter does not take up visible space in your home, but it still takes up head space.In this episode, I talk with Kari Denker about physical memories, photo boxes, old albums, digital files, Dropbox, Google Drive, email clutter, phone photos, and what happens when the next generation has to sort through what we keep. This is not a guilt trip. It is a practical conversation about managing our resources—physical and digital—with small, doable steps.In this episode: Digital clutter becomes overwhelming when we treat it like one huge project we have to solve all at once. Instead, we can manage it little by little by deleting small batches, narrowing down photos, reducing duplicates, and keeping what actually helps tell the story.You'll learn:Why inherited photos and papers can feel sad, confusing, and guilt-ladenHow digital clutter creates mental friction even when it is invisibleA simple weekly method for deleting files and phone photosWhy narrowing an event to seven photos can help you tell the storyHow to stop treating digital decluttering like an emergency projectBest next step:Take the free Smile and Start Challenge: simplyconvivial.com/smileKari's website: ordinarykari.comSusan Allibone memoir: https://amzn.to/4efcYX4Kari shares how sorting through a family estate made her think differently about her own digital clutter. She began deleting 25 files at a time from different storage locations and 50 phone photos during her weekly review. Those small steps help reduce the overwhelm of finding files, managing photos, and leaving behind a more understandable digital legacy.Stop feeling overwhelmed by digital clutter. Learn practical strategies to organize your files and regain control of your workspace today.This discussion focuses on the challenges of managing an ever-growing volume of information. If you struggle with disorganized folders, endless email chains, or general digital overwhelm, these insights offer a clear path forward. We break down actionable steps to improve your digital organization habits and make your daily workflow more manageable.Implementing these methods for digital minimalism helps you clear the noise and focus on what actually matters. By applying these techniques to manage digital files, you can create a sustainable system that keeps your desktop and documents clean over the long term. Many people find that simple adjustments to how they declutter digital life lead to immediate improvements in overall productivity tips and mental clarity.Subscribe for weekly productivity breakdowns, and comment below on which area of your computer gives you the most stress.

What if reactive homemaking is not a failure of organization, but part of faithful homemaking itself?In this episode, Sarah Middlestead from Convivial Circle shares how Baby Step Bingo helped her realize she had been telling herself false stories about housekeeping, productivity, and what it means to stay on top of things. We talk about proactive homemaking, responsive homemaking, tiny tasks that actually matter, and why noticing and responding might be a more realistic standard for home management than trying to maintain perfect systems.In this episode:Reactive homemaking is not automatically chaotic or irresponsible. Sometimes faithful homemaking simply means noticing what needs attention and responding without turning it into guilt, overwhelm, or another complicated system.You'll learn:   Why proactive homemaking alone creates stress and rigidity   How Baby Step Bingo builds momentum with tiny wins   Why homemakers often turn small tasks into emotional burdens   How “smile and start” changes the atmosphere of your home   Why responsiveness is a legitimate homemaking skillBest next step:Join the free Smile & Start Challenge: [LINK]If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your house, frustrated by systems that never stick, or discouraged because you can't “stay on top of everything,” this conversation will help you rethink consistency and progress in homemaking.We discuss:proactive vs reactive homemakingChristian homemaking mindsethomemaking routinesovercoming overwhelmperfectionism in homemakingbaby steps for homemakersweekly review habitsrealistic home managementhomemaking systemscheerful productivitynoticing and respondingtransformation 10ssmile and startRelated resources:Mom's Weekly Review: [LINK]Daily Card Challenge: [LINK]Convivial Circle: [LINK]Related playlist: [LINK]