Simply Convivial: Homemaking, Homeschooling, and Home Life Tips for Christian Moms

Free challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/octoberMaking kitchen life joyful! Identify a common complaint you have about your kitchen. Replace it with a written, related statement of gratitude.The kitchen sink is obnoxiously small and shallow. Now, the observation that the sink is small and shallow, especially compared to the sink I had before, is simply a fact. What makes it a complaint is when I make this observation out of irritation, as if I deserved better or can’t work under such oppressive circumstances. I add the drama. I am provoked.  So, here’s my written gratitude statement: The kitchen sink might be inconvenient, but I’m so glad there’s a utility sink just a few feet away in the laundry room where I can wash and soak large pots and pans. What a blessing!Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

Free challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/octoberWith over two decades of homemaking under my belt now, I have come to a breakthrough insight: Kitchens are functional when there’s a clear workspace available. Shocking, I know.Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

Kitchen cleaning week! Join the free challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/octoberOur goal in working in our kitchen needs to not be about giving it a beige-linen aesthetic, but rather about keeping it functional. Even in a small kitchen, there are many areas to focus on. By choosing one area to work in consistently, we can make visible progress.I recommend making this focus area the sink area. Every kitchen has it, and it’s where the most repetitions must be put in - every time we cook or eat, dishes get dirty and need to be cleaned and then put away. That’s a lot of action. It makes a huge difference to our routines as homemakers when the most used areas have a bit more order and attention.First, start by washing all the dishes in and around your sink. Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

Kitchen cleaning week! Join the free challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/octoberSo instead of just randomly cleaning whatever catches our eye, let’s take a minute to examine our space and our needs. Then we’ll be able to make smart choices for what to clean and where to focus our limited chore time.Now, I’d love to give the litany of improvements I *wish* I could make, but we’re going to stick with what’s actually feasible and “on my paper” or “in my lane.” I need to declutter the fridge front and spend 5-10 minutes putting more order in the pantry.The key with this prompt is to not go into critical mode, but rather problem-solving mode.Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

Join the free homemaking challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/octoberThis October, we will move through the house week by week, rethinking our attitude and approach in each area, while also tackling the actual space.My goal for October is to initiate tangible and meaningful baby-step organization tasks that will truly make a difference in your home. Sign up at simplyconvivial.com/october to get each checklist and the chance to enter the giveaways. Subscribe to my YouTube channel, Simplified Organization Podcast, and Simply Convivial Podcast for more insights. Tell your friends about Organize October so they don't miss out either!Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

FREE Bust out of Burnout Bingo Challenge - https://simplyconvivial.com/bingoHomemaking in an apartment or rental house can be disheartening. It's easy to be discontent in small spaces and in a place you don't own and can't change. But it's important, still, to be an engaged homemaker, even in less-than-ideal circumstances.In a world where we see idealized photos of white-and-beige kitchens wherever we turn, how do we then step into our 30-year-old, not-updated, cramped kitchen and remain content? It’s a question worth asking – and answering.I am truly grateful for this time in temporary housing at a phase of life where it’s easy to feel like we’re entitled only to upgrades. We’re past the season where we rough it to gain equity, aren’t we?Is there really a season where we judge how we’re doing by how nice our house is?I love talking about both homemaking and education because both are lifelong pursuits. It’s good to not get to a point where there’s no challenge.Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

Get my free meal time templates: https://simplyconvivial.com/freemenuplanGetting a family dinner on the table can feel relentless. Whether we serve up a success or a flop, the next meal will follow fast on its heels.Family dinners have spiritual and relational value, beyond just biological feeding. We should make family dinners normal, extending hospitality by inviting other families, and building community through shared meals. 00:00 Introduction: The Relentless Nature of Dinner00:24 The Purpose Behind Repetition00:39 Welcome to Simply Convivial01:12 The Temptation to Grow Weary02:06 The Promise of a Harvest03:22 More Than Just Biological Feeding05:04 Family Dinners: The Bedrock of Civilization05:59 Building Community Through Family Meals06:40 Practical Steps to Reclaim Hospitality07:10 Resources for Simplified Meal PlanningAs mothers, one great temptation is to grow weary in doing good. We do so much of the same work, day in and day out, that it’s easy to lose the plot, to lose ourselves, to lose a desire to do…anything.Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

Take the free Bust Out of Burnout Bingo Challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/bingoWhy Hiring a Professional Organizer Won't Solve Your Clutter ProblemThe video discusses the common idea of hiring a professional organizer to deal with overwhelming clutter and mess in your home. It explains why this approach often doesn't work long-term, emphasizing the importance of personal habits and attitudes over quick fixes. The speaker shares personal experiences with organizing systems and the realization that maintaining order requires ongoing effort. Instead of seeking an external solution, the speaker suggests small, manageable steps and introduces a free 'Bust Out of Burnout Bingo' card, aimed at helping viewers improve their homes and attitudes incrementally.00:00 Introduction: The Overwhelming Clutter00:48 Considering a Professional Organizer01:59 The Reality of Organizing Systems03:10 The Effort Behind Maintaining Order05:25 The True Challenge: Habits and Attitudes06:49 A Practical Solution: Bust Out of Burnout Bingo07:48 Conclusion: Small Steps to Reclaim OrderMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelmMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

Art of Homeschooling course: https://simplyconvivial.com/art-of-homeschoolingMystie Winckler, a seasoned homeschool mom and author, addresses how to keep kids accountable during homeschool days. She offers three practical tips to create accountability, reduce nagging, and ensure students know their responsibilities. The strategies include using checklists, designating a place for work submission, and enforcing daily deadlines with consequences. Mystie emphasizes clear communication and consistent enforcement to teach responsibility. She also highlights the importance of parents holding themselves accountable. Join her course 'The Art of Homeschooling' for further guidance.00:00 Introduction to Homeschool Accountability01:44 The Importance of Checklists04:27 Creating a Turn-In System09:28 Setting Daily Deadlines12:30 Accountability for Homeschool Moms13:03 Join the Art of HomeschoolingMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

Take Art of Homeschooling: https://simplyconvivial.com/art-of-homeschoolingMystie Winckler, a homeschool mom of five and author of 'The Convivial Homeschool,' shares her three favorite practices to ensure a smooth start to the homeschool day. Mystie emphasizes the importance of self-preparation, choosing a consistent starting place, and using a motivating motto or verse. She breaks down how these steps can set the right tone for a productive day. Mystie invites viewers to join her in further exploring these ideas through her course, The Art of Homeschooling, and follow her podcast for more insights.00:00 Introduction and Personal Background01:36 TIP 1: The Importance of a Self-Preparation Routine06:27 TIP 2: Choose a Homeschool Day Starting Space08:59 TIP 3: Using a Motto or Verse for Focus11:40 Get Homeschool Accountability!Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm