Keeping It Zen

Documenting Small Wins By documenting these moments, you create a tangible reminder of your own forward movement. It might be as simple as getting out of bed with intention, preparing a meal, finishing a book you’ve been meaning to read, taking a walk, or pausing long enough to breathe before reacting. Each entry becomes a quiet piece of evidence: proof that your life contains movement, meaning, beauty, and effort — even on ordinary days. The more you notice these moments, th

Let's start from the top! Pick a manta for your month--mine is always the same: I reclaim this space for rest, order, and peace. Add in a goal: February is a threshold month of building quiet, strong habits. Cleaning is stewardship--not obligation. Write this at the top of wherever you are planning your routine. This is your why, your motivation, your driving force! There are only 5 things in your room! Don't look at me that way, I'll prove it! KC Davis wrote a fantastic book

Understanding energy management can be a challenge for many, especially for those living with chronic illness. A helpful framework for tackling this issue is the Spoon Theory, a metaphor created by Christine Miserandino. In this analogy, spoons represent units of energy, and everyday tasks are assigned a certain number of spoons. Once you run out of spoons, you need to rest and replenish. This post will explore how you can use the Spoon Theory to guide your planning, focus on