Five Fresh Tips

Figuring out how to make laundry less overwhelming can feel so overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help make your laundry overwhelm less overwhelming with professional organizer Lindsey Mahanna.

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1. Figure out the best cadence for your family. One load per day or a marathon session over the weekend? I like the one-load-per-day approach. Throw it in before work, move it to the dryer later in the day, and fold it later that evening or the next morning - whenever you have the most energy.
2. Try laying flat instead of folding. Trying to keep wrinkles at bay, but don’t have time to fold? My husband brought this laundry trick to the relationship and it’s a keeper. When those t-shirts come out of the dryer still hot, lay them flat on a surface and pile them up on top of one another. This will keep the wrinkles out until you have time to fold them. Just be careful because cats are drawn to a pile of warm clothes.
3. Wash each person’s clothes separately. The old guidance was that clothes must be sorted into lights and darks before washing. This guidance can be ignored, except for brand-new dye-heavy clothes (those should still be washed separately at first). Since you don’t need to sort by color, I recommend washing each family member’s clothes separately - especially children’s. This makes it so much easier to keep track of whose clothes are whose. This also works well with tip #4…
4. Get Kids Involved. Start when they are little by having them turn their clothes right side out. Then, as they get older, add in folding their clothes. Eventually teach them how to work the washing machine and dryer. Tips for kids with ADHD: Kids with ADHD like to know what is expected of them. So, try to have their laundry day be the same day every week. In my house, kids’ clothes are washed on Fridays or Saturdays so that they can help with it while off from school and so that they can “fold” it in front of the TV. Also, review what really needs to be folded. Laundry is one of the most dreaded tasks for people with ADHD. I see it across all of my clientele. This is when it’s helpful to change the expectations a bit. For my son who lives mostly in athletic gear, I only ask him to fold his t-shirts and match up his socks. Everything else can be tossed in the drawers. Does his folding look anything like mine? No, but as long as he’s comfortable wearing those clothes, that’s fine with me.
5. Change your expectations for family members with ADHD, even the adults. People with ADHD really struggle with putting clothes away. So...Don’t! Leave them in the basket. However, you will need to set up a system to make sure you know which clothes are clean and which aren’t, especially since clothes may not always get folded. I recommend keeping clean clothes in laundry baskets and keeping dirty clothes in hampers. Bonus Tip: If you are really behind in laundry - outsource it! If money is tight, dropping it at a laundromat is cheaper than door-to-door service. Also, you could always choose to outsource some and not all of your laundry.

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Figuring out how to have a smooth and smart divorce process can feel so overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help you have a smoother and smarter divorce with divorce attorney and mediator Mardi Chadwick-Balcom.

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1. Don’t Let Emotions Drive Legal Decisions.
2. Know Your Divorce Options—Litigation is NOT Your Only Choice.
3. Focus on Fair, Not Perfect.
4. Protect Your Peace (and Your Assets).
5. Get Support – But Choose Wisely.

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Figuring out how to notice leadership in your teen can feel so overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help notice leadership in your teen with teen leadership coach Lorraine Connell.

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1. Notice the Small Moments of Initiative: Leadership isn’t always loud. Pay attention to when a teen takes action without being asked—whether it's helping a peer, asking thoughtful questions, or problem-solving on their own. These moments reveal natural leadership tendencies that often go unnoticed.
2. Encourage Decision-Making: Give teens the space to make choices and own the outcomes. Whether it’s picking their classes for next year, leading a group discussion, or making a personal decision, every choice builds confidence in their ability to lead.
3. Redefine Leadership Beyond Popularity: Many teens (and adults) think leaders are only the loudest, most outgoing, or the ones with titles. True leadership comes in many forms—from quiet resilience to leading by example. Help teens see leadership in themselves by pointing out strengths like empathy, problem-solving, and persistence.
4. Celebrate Mistakes as Learning Opportunities: Teens often fear failure, but mistakes are where real leadership growth happens. When they try, fail, and try again, they build resilience. Encourage reflection by asking, “What did you learn from this?” instead of focusing on what went wrong.
5. Give Them Opportunities to Lead in Everyday Situations: Leadership isn’t just for student council or team captains. It happens in group projects, family settings, friendships, and online spaces. Ask them, “How can you lead in your own way today?” and watch their confidence grow!

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Figuring out how to shift unwanted behaviors and patterns can feel so overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help you shift unwanted behaviors and patterns with hypnotherapist Jen Gutfriend.

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5 Fresh Tips to help you shift unwanted patterns in your life:

1. Recognize the unwanted patterns. You can’t fix what you don’t see.
2. Decide what you want instead. You need to be clear about what you want your life to look like without the unwanted thoughts, habits and behaviors.
3. Uncover the root cause of these unwanted thoughts, feelings and desires. These come from your subconscious and come from your limiting beliefs. Hypnosis is the quickest and easiest way to uncover yours.
4. Remove the unwanted limiting belief from your subconscious. As long as your have these programs and limiting beliefs they will prevent you from making the changes you want.
5. Once the old programs are gone you need to give your subconscious mind new ones. These will help your think, act and show up differently with ease.

Figuring out how to find a therapist who is a good fit for you can feel so overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help you find a therapist who’s good for you with therapist Bonnie Scott.

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1. Consider what you need to feel secure: you're going to be vulnerable with the therapist you find and you are totally allowed to have preferences and specifications. Do you need someone of a particular belief system, gender, or other identity? Do you want someone who is straightforward or someone more gentle? Do you want homework? Do you have a specific goal or are you looking for a self-exploration approach? Make a list before you start really looking so you have some way of narrowing down the options.
2. Ask for recommendations: ask friends or family about their therapy experiences. I often make referral lists if my clients ask me for suggestions for other folks in their lives. Ask about the topic in your online groups or other social groups like book club or workout classes. You can also ask your healthcare providers, who have probably coordinated with a few professional therapists who work with their populations.
3. Consider the logistics: you may want to consider the cost and if you can use insurance or not. You might need a virtual option or someone who practices in-person in your part of town. You might find it easier to schedule from week-to-week or you might need a standing appointment.  But the logistics need to work if you're going to be successful in your therapy goals.
4. Try some therapists out to check the vibe. Many therapists offer free consultations where you can ask questions or get to know them a little bit. It's also ok to even try a couple of sessions to see how you feel. Like all good relationships, there's some magic to finding the right therapist for you. There's the straightforward pieces that can be a good fit, but the mysterious part of working well with someone is harder to define. Whoever you're considering, you may want to ask questions like "what can I expect in a normal session with you?" "do you have experience with the topic I want to work on?" so you can get a better idea of how it might feel to work with this person.
5. Understand some of the basics of therapy: everything you talk about will be confidential, but there are limits to that, like mandatory reporting of abuse. Also, therapy isn't meant to last forever; the goal for most therapists is to work our way out of a job by making sure you're supported to grow. You can stay in therapy long-term or come and go, or stay for a few sessions, but you should talk about those expectations with your therapist. If they don't support your goals, it's ok to move on. You may dip into heavier topics one session and then spend the next session backing away from the tough stuff, and that's ok. Therapy should move at your pace. You might be uncomfortable at times, and that's the way it is, but you also shouldn't feel re-traumatized or rushed in session.

Preparing yourself and your home to sell can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help you prepare yourself and your home for sale with Real Estate Agent and The Breakup Broker, Amy Slate.

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5 Fresh Tips to help you prep yourself and your home for selling:

1. Assemble Your Support Team: surround yourself with professionals who have experience in divorce-related real estate transactions, including a knowledgeable real estate agent, attorney, and possibly a financial planner.
2. Emotionally Detach from the Home: acknowledge the memories, but start shifting your mindset to seeing the house as a financial asset rather than your past. This will help you make practical decisions.
3. Declutter and Depersonalize: remove excess belongings and personal items like family photos to create a neutral space where buyers can envision themselves. If you’re overwhelmed, tackle one room at a time.
4. Consider the Timing of Your Sale: if possible, align your home sale with your personal timeline—whether that means waiting for a stronger market or selling quickly to move forward. Your real estate agent can help strategize the best timing based on local trends.
5. Communicate Openly with Your Agent: be upfront about any divorce-related challenges that could impact the sale. A knowledgeable agent can help navigate potential roadblocks and act as a neutral third party if needed.

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Deciding if you should start an event business can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help you decide if starting an event business is right for you with Melissa Cossette, Event Strategist, Coach for new business launchers in the events industry, and Founder of MAXevent.

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5 Fresh Tips to help you decide to start an event planning business:

1. Picture the life you want to wake up to one year from now and beyond. Pause and get really specific: What does success look like for you? How do you want to spend your days? Who are you working with, and what kind of events are you planning? The truth is, we all want financial success and flexibility, but without a clear vision that’s tied to your deeper purpose, it can be hard to stay motivated when things get tough. Once you have this vision, it becomes your North Star, guiding your decisions and keeping you focused on the future you’re building.
2. Take an honest look at your time, energy, and life commitments. Are you easing into this new venture by taking on a few events while keeping your day job? Or are you diving head-first, ready to fully commit to your dreams? Building an event business isn’t an overnight process, and it has to work within the realities of your life. Setting realistic expectations about how much time and energy you can devote now will help you build a sustainable business without burning out or sacrificing what’s most important to you.
3. Three: Evaluate your financial stability and resources. Starting any business requires both time and financial flexibility. In the early stages, cash flow can be unpredictable, so it’s important to have a safety net in place. Ideally, this means at least six months’ worth of savings or other financial support to cover both your personal and business expenses. This isn’t just about surviving the slow times—it’s about giving yourself the breathing room to invest in your business and set yourself up for long-term success.
4. Four: Identify your specific niche in the events industry. It’s tempting to want to plan all sorts of events for all sorts of clients. But trying to appeal to everyone will only dilute your impact. Instead, focus on what you love most about events, and hone in on what you’re uniquely good at. Maybe it’s crafting stylish micro-weddings, or maybe it’s curating unforgettable milestone celebrations that reflect your client’s story. Identifying a clear niche not only helps you stand out, but also makes it easier for the best clients to find you.
5. Test your concept through conversations. Once you have a clear vision for your business offering, start sharing it. Everywhere. Talk to people in your circle — friends, family, and yes, even potential clients, even though you might not feel ready. Pay attention to their reactions. Do they get excited? Do they ask follow-up questions? Just as important, notice how you feel. Are you energized when you describe your vision, or do you feel unsure? These conversations are an incredible tool for refining your ideas and validating your concept, so embrace feedback—it’s all part of the process.

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Learning how to create more neutrality in your day (so you don’t lose your cool!) can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help you create more neutrality in your day with Chief Expansion Officer Lauren DeGolia.

1. Start with intention.
2. Get grounded.
3. Spend some time with future you.
4. Identify your non-negotiables.
5. Stay open to possibility.

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Learning how to strengthen your psychic boundaries can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help you strengthen your psychic boundaries with astrologer Alice Smith.

I provide astrological counseling through one-on-one readings, perform at events both big and small in the Pacific Northwest, and am the resident astrologer for the Asian-American media platform JoySauce. I'm passionate about democratizing astrology to make it easily accessible to the masses--to distill the wisdom of the stars into plain English so that everybody can benefit! I help people to shed the stories that don't fit them so that they can become the heroes of their own lives.

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5 Fresh Tips to help you strengthen your psychic boundaries:

1. Set your intention for the day right when you wake up. Mine is: May I bring joy wherever I go today. Word it in the positive rather than the negative, so say, "may I be happy" instead of "I won't be unhappy." By starting the day with a positive intention, you strengthen your psychic boundary by raising your aura's vibration.
2. If you're especially emotional or sensitive, start doing "emotional audits." When you're feeling super sensitive, before you enter into interactions with others or enter rooms with a lot of other people, take a moment to pause, check in, and clock your own emotional state. That way, if it changes significantly, you'll know that you absorbed that from others and those feelings aren't yours and give yourself permission to let it go.
3. When you feel overcome with negativity, stop, take three deep breaths, and declare that you are available only to positivity and good intentions, and that anything negative or ill-intentioned is not welcome and must leave. This also applies to our own internal processes and negative thinking—especially your own negative self talk. Often times, the thing that weakens our aura is our own self judgment.
4. Schedule alone time after work to "offlet" the psychic vibes you soaked up throughout the day. Like a sponge, the psychic aura needs to air off. During that time, you can meditate, listen to music, read, or zone out—whatever you do to decompress normally, and that will help you to offlet the emotions and psychic residue you absorbed throughout the day at work.
5. Close the day with visualization as you sleep. Imagine yourself bathed in light that protects you from negativity so that you can sleep well. It's also a good time to connect with the cosmos through prayer, if that aligns with your beliefs. Bookending your days with positive intentions and prayer is a very effective way to strengthen your psychic aura.

Learning how to understand the divorce process can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help you understand the divorce process with divorce attorney Alex Peterson of Family First Legal Group.

At Family First Legal Group, we want to help you. Our attorneys are able to draw from our prior experience and knowledge to protect your best interests—and your kids—throughout the duration of your case. We understand that each case is unique, that is why we are committed to providing personalized support and experienced guidance on each family law matter.

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