ITA #29 – The Art of Living Intentionally in a Chaotic World – An Interview with Tsh Oxenreider
01.20.2014 - By Kat Lee
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Life is whirlwind and it is SO easy to get caught up in the myriad of things we "should" do. So, how do we live intentionally in a chaotic world? Today, Tsh Oxenreider and I chat about that in this episode of the Inspired To Action podcast.
Take a Break from Social Media
Tsh talks about the screen sabbath that her family takes each week. They dedicate a day each week to living real life and staying offline.
"Intentional living looks like a lot of little daily choices." - Tsh Oxenreider -> Like it? Tweet it!
"When you don't know what to do, do the thing in front of you." - Elisabeth Eliot -> Like it? Tweet it!
"Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful." - William Morris -> Like it? Tweet it!
How to Live Intentionally in a Chaotic Family
What if you're the only one in your family who wants to slow down or live intentionally? How do you do that? Tsh and I talk about that in this episode as well.
A few key points she makes are that intentional living needs to live inside the context of relationships. Our marriages are more important that the number of activities we participate (or don't participate) in. Our relationships are more important than the stuff we keep (or don't keep) in our home. So, as you look to live more intentionally, focus on incorporating it into your own personal life, first.
Connect with Tsh
Tsh Oxenreider
Blog:
TheArtofSimple.net
Social media:
Quick Links
1. Get Tsh's new book - Notes from a Blue Bike: The Art of Living Intentionally in a Chaotic World
2. Love the song in the outro? It's called God Day. It's by Jen Stanbro and you can get it on iTunes by clicking here and check out Jen's site by clicking here.
What can you do this week to live more intentionally? Here are a few ideas:
Consider a "Screen Sabbath" on Sunday (or another day this week).
Write a family mission statement.
Plan a date with your husband.
Inspire Others
Do you want to live more intentionally? What is one action you can take this week to live with intention? Share it by clicking here and telling us in the comments!
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