Practically Happy

Dave and I have chosen to make our relationship a focal point of our life and our development and we've done that through years of kind of ups and downs too. We think that a marriage not only requires work, but also a lot of focused intention, which are different things.

We want to share some specific ways that we found to create space for your marriage in your life and even we've got an exceptional bonus in this episode: A very specific list of ways to find a babysitter. Which is an important part of maintaining your marriage. Enjoy!

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When I say "money", what is the first word that comes to your mind? In this episode, I invite you to consider your perspective about money, and share two ways to have enough money in your everyday life. Regardless of your current financial situation, there will be a gem or two for you to discover in this show, and I you will feel more empowered, in control, and excited about your life than before.

Show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast

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Have you ever felt like you need to just check-out for a minute? In this episode I dive into how in those very moments, checking-in rather than checking-out can consciously connect you to yourself and that moment in a way that gives you fresh eyes and renews your energy. I share tips for recognizing what it looks and feels like to check-in and be present, and how some tips to do it more often.

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Everything you need to know about organizing your life, you can learn from organizing your junk drawer! In this episode, I dive into the process I use and questions I ask as I am organizing one small area of the house. The steps are small, simple, and specific. If you could use some motivation to get more organized at home, this show is for you! 

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I love eliminating unnecessary decision making from my life. When I started using a capsule wardrobe in 2014, I realize I had already been living one, just without getting rid of the other clothes in my closet. Choosing to formalize a real capsule wardrobe meant that I got to actually make firm decisions about what stays and what goes, and then enjoy the freedom and release of getting rid of the things I didn't wear anyway. In this episode I share all of the ins and outs of these trending "capsule wardrobes" and how to create one that works for your lifestyle.

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One of my most frequently asked questions is how I get so much stuff done! In this episode, I break down my process for choosing, planning, focusing, and executing projects, ideas, and goals. With so many options available to us, CHOOSING what we want to do is the most important first step to getting stuff done, and I share my favorite pieces of advice about making those choices. I also share an odd job that taught me how to survive alone in the wilderness...so lots of fun in today's show!

For daily updates, follow along with me at https://instagram.com/livefreemiranda and on the blog at livefreecreative.co

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In 2017 our family of five took a year-long break from shopping. It was a minimalism experiment that we called the "More Than Enough Stuff Challenge", because we felt like we actually had more than enough stuff to make it through the year without adding any non-consumable goods to our life. In this episode I share all about the details and logistics of our family challenge, as well as the principals that guided it, and continue to shape our family culture of LESS STUFF, MORE ADVENTURE today!

During 2017 I documented the challenge regularly at livefreecreative.co, and you can find out more at livefreecreative.co/minimalism.

Also, feel free to come find me on Instagram (instagram.com/livefreemiranda) to keep up with our daily life. 

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Making friends as an adult can be tricky without the natural socialization of our school years and peers. In this episode Miranda shares seven tried and true pieces of advice to open yourself up to new friendships and MAKE NEW FRIENDS, even if you're not super outgoing. Friends are like a garden. Some great established friendships anchor the landscape, but we still need fresh, bursts of color and new friends can add so much value to our lives. We can't wait to hear about all of your new friends!

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Do you ever get to a break in the day and have time to accomplish something meaningful, but you are drained of energy? In this episode Miranda shares the circumstances to her thinking of energy as an important renewable resource, and how she manages her energy levels throughout the day for maximum efficiency and fulfillment. Also get a glimpse into some of her varied job history in a segment titled Odd Jobs. (And learn to make the perfect chocolate ganache.)

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Miranda thought of starting a podcast over a year ago...and just pulled out the microphone today because NOW is the right time! In this episode, learn three reasons why you can and should get started TODAY on that thing you want to do. Find the motivation you need to just get going on that dream (big or small). In addition, hear some updates about the family's month-long summer road trip in a segment she calls Life Lately. 

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