Build a routine

Creating habits and building routines allows us to execute on the goals and plans we set for ourselves. If you're anything like me, you might be a creature of habit who thrives under circumstances that support a daily routine. It requires an unmatched level of commitment and determination to craft a routine and stick to it regardless of what comes your way.

I've often thought the negative stereotype of moms as stressed out, overwhelmed, and run ragged with responsibility was a little unfair. It's true that motherhood is exhausting at times, and the more kids you have the harder it is (as the oldest of six, I know what it looks like). But I don't believe stress is God's intention for our lives. I believe that even in motherhood, we can manage our time in a way that allows us to enjoy our children, enjoy our hobbies, and fully live the lives God…

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Bland. Soulless. Generic. Robotic. Totally and undeniably fake. The last thing you want is to have someone waste your time with impersonal mass-marketing emails or messages. It’s bad enough having them fill up your inbox. It’s even worse when they’re not even proofread! If you don’t care enough to at least glance over your message before hitting [SEND], why should we care about what you’re offering?

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