In this episode of Tidying Up Tuesday, we focus on simple daily habits to keep surfaces like countertops and tables clutter-free.

I share how keeping my dining room table, kitchen counters, and coffee table clear has made a huge difference in how relaxed I feel when I come home.

We cover five easy steps:

-Creating a drop zone for essentials

-Committing to a 5-minute daily tidy

-Handling paperwork immediately

-Finishing one task before starting another

-Decluttering as you go

These quick, actionable tips can be done in just a few minutes each day to help create a more peaceful and organized home. Give these habits a try and see how they lighten up your space this week!

In this episode of Mindset Monday, we dive into the transformative power of simple planning.

I share personal experiences about how a lack of structure led to struggles with health, finances, and relationships, and how small, intentional plans helped turn things around.

We’ll explore why planning isn’t about rigid control, but about creating a framework that brings clarity and peace of mind.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or out of control, this episode offers three easy, actionable plans you can start today. Tune in and discover how a little planning can lead to big changes!

In this episode, we explore how hormonal changes during the luteal phase can lead to feelings of wanting to quit everything—jobs, relationships, and even hobbies.

The rise in progesterone after ovulation often causes fatigue, increased stress sensitivity, and a critical mindset, making everything seem overwhelming. These hormonal shifts can trick us into believing our lives are off track, when really our bodies are just asking for rest.

By understanding these patterns, we can learn to give ourselves grace during this time, delay major decisions, and find comfort in knowing these feelings are temporary.

In this episode of Good Enough Day with Ray, we explore the early warning signs of burnout and why it's crucial to listen to your body before it's too late. Ray shares her personal experience with PTSD and the challenges of recognizing exhaustion before it turns into full-blown burnout.

We discuss common burnout cues like chronic fatigue, irritability, and emotional detachment, and how ignoring them can lead to more harm.

Learn how to spot these signs early and break the cycle of pushing too hard. If you’re struggling to balance self-care with life’s demands, this episode is for you.

Here are a list of recommended workouts where you can still get 5, 10, 20 or 30 minutes of movement in while dialing back the intensity:

- Yoga (Gentle or Restorative)

- Pilates

- Walking

- Low-Impact Strength Training

- Cycling (Low-Intensity)

- Stretching and Mobility Work

**2-Minute Fixes**—these are perfect if you’ve barely got any energy left but want to feel like you’ve done *something*.

1. Put away the shoes at the door.

2. Wipe down the kitchen counters. It’s amazing how much better things feel with clean counters.

3. Clear off the dining table—just getting it empty can feel like a big win.

4. Toss any dirty laundry into the hamper.

5. Straighten up the throw pillows on the couch. It’s a small thing, but it really makes the space look more put-together.

6. Wipe down the bathroom sink—especially if toothpaste blobs are a thing for you, like they are for me.

7. Gather up stray magazines or books and put them away.

8. Empty a small trash can, like the one in your bedroom or bathroom.

9. Hang up those jackets that got thrown over a chair.

10. Water the houseplants—they deserve some love too.

If you’re feeling up for a tiny bit more, here are some **3-Minute Fixes**:

11. Unload half the dishwasher. You don’t have to do it all.

12. Sort today’s mail and toss the junk. It’s so satisfying.

13. Gather everything off the coffee table and put it away.

14. Clean the bathroom mirror—it’s a small thing that can really brighten the space.

15. Fold a couple of pieces of laundry—again, you don’t need to do it all.

16. Empty another small trash can—maybe one you’ve been avoiding.

17. Straighten up your bedside table.

18. Tidy up your pet’s toys. They deserve a nice space too.

19. Wipe down the kitchen cabinet handles. These get sticky so fast!

20. Clean the surface of one kitchen appliance—like the microwave or toaster.

For those times when you’ve got a bit more to give, here are some **5-Minute Fixes**:

21. Make your bed. It always makes the room feel better.

22. Organize just one messy drawer.

23. Wipe down the dining table.

24. Fold and put away a load of laundry.

25. Sweep the kitchen floor.

26. Clean the bathroom surfaces—the sink and the counter.

27. Clear clutter from one counter space.

28. Dust a few surfaces in the living room.

29. Declutter the entryway. Even a little effort here makes coming home nicer.

30. Wipe down fingerprints on light switches and doorknobs.

If you’re feeling surprisingly okay for a bit longer, here are some **10-Minute Fixes**:

31. Vacuum one room.

32. Wipe down all the kitchen appliances.

33. Clean out the fridge door shelves. Just the door, not the whole fridge.

34. Dust the blinds in one room.

35. Organize one closet shelf.

36. Sweep and mop the bathroom floor.

37. Organize part of the pantry.

38. Sort through and organize a junk drawer. It’s called a junk drawer, but it doesn’t have to be chaos.

39. Wipe down and sanitize door handles around the house.

40. Sort through the papers on your desk. Even just a small pile.

41. Clean the bathtub. A clean tub just feels so much better.

42. Change your bed linens.

43. Wipe down the baseboards in one room.

44. Vacuum under the couch cushions.

45. Wash the windows in one room.

46. Sanitize the remote controls.

47. Wipe down the fronts of the kitchen cabinets.

48. Sweep the front porch—just a quick tidy-up.

49. Gather and empty all the trash bins in the house.

50. Clean out the car interior. Just the trash, if nothing else.

Today's episode of Good Enough Day with Ray focused on how to honor your natural energy instead of letting your ego push you to exhaustion.

I shared five mindset hacks to help during energy dips, including reframing low-energy moments as natural, shrinking overwhelming tasks, and embracing "good enough" progress. We also discussed using energizing self-talk to stay positive and celebrating small wins as a way to respect your journey.

These tools are especially helpful for times when our energy is low, like the week before a cycle or after a bad night’s sleep. Remember, it’s all about adjusting your mindset, being kind to yourself, and recognizing that real strength is honoring where you are today.

In today’s *Self-Check Sunday* episode, we explored how to evaluate our goals and intentions without falling into the trap of shame or perfectionism.

We discussed how the traditional approach to goal-setting often brings disappointment and how shifting our mindset to "What did I learn from pursuing this goal?" can lead to more meaningful growth.

I shared my own struggle with avoiding goals out of fear of failure and how embracing a mindset of "Progress Over Perfection" has helped me view my goals as learning opportunities. We also reflected on how setting goals reveals the barriers in our lives, such as distractions or over-commitment, helping us understand ourselves better. By treating our goals as guides, we can make progress with self-compassion and curiosity instead of harsh self-criticism.

In today's episode of "Good Enough Day with Ray," I share a personal story about a hectic Saturday and how the mindset of "Progress Over Perfection" made all the difference. The day started with a tired mistake—almost washing my hands with toothpaste—and a long work shift that left me feeling drained. After getting caught up in social media scrolling, I felt the day slipping away and battled thoughts of worthlessness and exhaustion. Remembering our theme, I chose to do a 30-minute workout at my own pace and share my experience on the podcast, realizing progress doesn’t require perfection. This episode is a reminder that even small efforts are valuable, and what you can do today truly is good enough.