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Rachel Alaia, a member of the Convivial Circle, shares her heart for gospel-centered hospitality. As a bilingual, newly born-again Christian, Rachel lives with her family on a big ranch in the coastal mountains of Mexico, where she's restoring a classic hacienda and embracing her calling to serve her family and community.
Join us as we discuss:
🌟 Redefining hospitality: Moving beyond perfectionism to glorify God.
🌟 The power of small, faithful steps in homemaking and ministry.
🌟 Trusting God’s provision in the midst of daily life and challenges.Rachel’s story is a beautiful testimony of transformation—how opening our hearts and homes can reflect God’s love to others. Whether you're looking to embrace a more intentional, joyful approach to hospitality or need encouragement in the midst of daily routines, this conversation will inspire and uplift you.
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🌿 Connect with the Convivial Circle community to dive deeper into these topics and find support on your own homemaking journey: https://simplyconvivial.com/convivial-circle/
📖 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if this conversation encouraged you! Let’s spread the joy of simple, faithful living.
#ChristianHomemaking #Hospitality #FaithfulLiving #SimplyConvivial #GospelCenteredHomemaking
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Amie shares her inspiring journey from being a daydream planner stuck in perfectionism to becoming a doer who embraces progress over perfection. Join us for Community Coaching: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/socc
In this episode, Mystie Winckler sits down with Amie Garner, a wife, homeschool mom of 5, and long-time member of Convivial Circle. Amie shares her inspiring journey from being a daydream planner stuck in perfectionism to becoming a doer who embraces progress over perfection.
Together, they discuss:
✅ How perfectionism holds us back (and how to overcome it).
✅ The power of interval planning to create sustainable routines.
✅ Why taking baby steps—even when it feels too slow—leads to real change.
✅ How to adjust your plans with life’s unpredictable seasons.Amie’s transformation is a testament to the value of starting small, sticking with it, and giving yourself grace along the way. If you’re overwhelmed by clutter, routines, or unrealistic expectations, this conversation will inspire you to stop daydreaming and start doing.
🔗 Ready to move from overwhelm to action? Learn more about Convivial Circle and Simplified Organization Community Coaching here:
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📌 Timestamps
00:00 – Intro to Amie Garner
02:00 – Recognizing perfectionism as the real struggle
06:15 – Why plans don’t need to be perfect (or permanent)
10:30 – How interval planning gives freedom and flexibility
15:00 – The power of baby steps: starting small and iterating
20:00 – Overcoming hard moments without giving up
24:00 – Final encouragement for perfectionists🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement in their homemaking and productivity journey!
#SimplyConvivial #OvercomingPerfectionism #ProductivityForMoms #HomemakingTips #IntervalPlanning #OrganizeYourAttitude #FromDaydreamerToDoer
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Rachel Bozarth highlights the power of the weekly review for busy moms. Join Community Coaching: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/socc
A weekly review prevents things from falling through the cracks, enables realistic planning, and builds margin for priorities. Start small by reviewing your calendar, listing weekly priorities, and practicing consistently.
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Discover how Erika overcame homemaking overwhelm, perfectionism, and clutter with simple strategies like timers, brain dumps, and community support through Convivial Circle. https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/socc/
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
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Learn from older Christian women who are still learning to be better homemakers even as empty-nesters.
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With over 40 years of homemaking experience, Judy shares her journey of managing her home after her children have grown. She discusses how she continued to improve her homemaking skills and the challenges of staying organized.
The conversation touches on the importance of a supportive community like Convivial Circle and how embracing flexibility and gratitude can transform the homemaking experience. Judy also offers practical advice for older moms dealing with the unpredictability of life and the need to continuously adapt.
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Move from chaos to joyful home management! FREE Attitude Alignment Guide: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/attitude/
Stacey shares her journey of moving into a fixer-upper, balancing life as a homeschooling mom, and transforming her attitude towards housework. They discuss practical tips such as using alignment cards, setting priorities, embracing daily Bible reading, and implementing 10-minute cleaning sessions. Stacey also emphasizes the importance of finding contentment and the impact of attitude on family life. Learn how to manage your home cheerfully and to the glory of God in this enriching discussion.
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Discover homemaking tips, faith-based organization, & routines for managing family life. Overcome overwhelm with simple, joyful strategies!
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In this episode of the Simplified Organization podcast, a seasoned homemaker and mother , Cassy Satterfield, shares her journey from overwhelming burnout to finding peace and purpose in her daily routines.
She discusses her initial struggles managing family life and homeschooling, especially after a health diagnosis and a busy family schedule, and how she searched for ways to handle her growing to-do list. Through a supportive community, she learned the value of small, focused steps like using a “daily card” and doing a weekly review, which helped her prioritize what truly matters each day.
Cassy also touches on shifting her mindset from trying to "get it all done" to viewing homemaking as a path to personal growth and sanctification. Join us to hear inspiring advice on simplifying routines, building momentum, and finding joy in the daily journey of homemaking and motherhood.
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Women need to have friends to chat with. If we can cut through feminist lies and envious striving, we can have conversations with friends and with our husbands that lead to wisdom
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking.
We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Followup with the Joy Reset Masterclass: https://simplyconvivial.com/joy-reset
Understand the importance of defining room purposes and how small steps impact household harmony. Discover how a mother's attitude influences family well-being and practical steps for personal and household improvement. This episode also explores organizing attitudes, emphasizing their role in glorifying and enjoying God.
Find out how repentance and action can transform default attitudes and foster a healthy emotional state. Examine the balance between housework and emotional well-being, avoiding guilt while maintaining order. Finally, discover practical steps, including brain dumps and baby steps, to enhance home organization, with real-life success stories.
The Joy Reset Workshop provides further insights into building habits for lasting joy and resilience.
00:00 Introduction and Pebbles' Creative Space
01:36 Joy Reset Masterclass Announcement
02:53 Organizing Our Attitude
03:32 Convivial Circle Membership Benefits
04:16 Introduction to Today's Session
11:36 Purpose of Attitude in Homemaking
12:48 The Role of Attitude in Glorifying God
16:54 Impact of a Mother's Attitude on Family
19:24 Repentance and Transformation
29:38 Practical Steps for Organizing Attitude
38:32 Encouragement and TestimonialsMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Joy Reset Masterclass: https://simplyconvivial.com/joy-reset
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Sign up for the free challenge - https://simplyconvivial.com/october/ - Get momentum by joining hundreds of other women in weekly action – with many opportunities for prizes!
Every Monday we’ll kick off with a new checklist and a YouTube live mini workshop on that week’s area of focus.
Every day you’ll get a quick-hit reminder email, helping you break down the weekly checklist and stay on target. The email will link to a daily podcast and the weekly blog post.Every weekend a new prize opportunity will open up for everyone who finishes the checklist. Plus, all month long there will opportunities to enter the end-of-the-month giveaway extravaganza.
You’ll see real results with less time than you’d think! Plus, it will be fun!
WHEN YOU PARTICIPATE IN ORGANIZE OCTOBER, YOU’LL SEE THESE RESULTS:
Clearer Mind - By brain-dumping each week, you’ll understand what’s dragging you down and what you need to change.
Cleaner House - Tackle small but significant cleaning tasks that have outsized benefits – and learn why they do!
Happier Heart - As we clean specific parts of our house, we’ll also organize our attitude so we can have the happy home we want.Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Start the FREE challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/october
The living room is aptly named. It is a room for living, not for showing off. In the living room we read, talk, and form connections with one another and friends. We study, work, and relax. The living room is for conversations and cuddles.
If a living room is where we live together and relax, we have to adjust our approach accordingly. If we put time in cleaning, organizing, and decorating, the point of that effort isn’t to turn it into a showroom.
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Take the challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/october
Join Mystie Winckler as she launches the Organize October challenge, a month-long initiative created to help Christian stay-at-home moms improve their homes and attitudes. In this first episode, Mystie discusses the purpose behind the challenge, the weekly YouTube lives, and the daily tasks involved. This week's focus is on organizing and optimizing your kitchen with a brain dump, baby steps, and iteration methods. Mystie emphasizes the importance of gratitude, realistic expectations, and engaging one's creativity in homemaking. Participants will receive weekly checklists, mini-podcast episodes, and opportunities to share their progress, all aimed at fostering an engaged and joyful approach to housework.
00:00 Welcome to Organize October!
01:33 Weekly Focus and Checklists
03:34 Giveaways and Prizes
07:02 Meet Mystie Winckler
14:01 The Importance of the Kitchen
25:05 Steps to Organize Your Kitchen
34:18 Repent, Rejoice, Repeat
36:37 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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Join the free homemaking challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/october
This October, we will move through the house week by week, rethinking our attitude and approach in each area, while also tackling the actual space.
My goal for October is to initiate tangible and meaningful baby-step organization tasks that will truly make a difference in your home. Sign up at simplyconvivial.com/october to get each checklist and the chance to enter the giveaways. Subscribe to my YouTube channel, Simplified Organization Podcast, and Simply Convivial Podcast for more insights. Tell your friends about Organize October so they don't miss out either!
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Build friendships around homemaking: https://simplifiedorganization.com
True Friendship and Homemaking: Insights from Anne of Green Gables
Mystie Winckler, Karen Head, Adelaide Garner, and Kate Myers discuss the true essence of friendship, using examples from C.S. Lewis and 'Anne of Green Gables.' They explore how intellectual alignment and shared ideals form deeper connections. Discover practical steps for homemakers to cultivate meaningful, long-lasting friendships. The episode offers insight into balancing close-knit relationships, differentiating between mere companionship and genuine friendship, and the importance of navigating female friendship dynamics gracefully.00:00 Introduction to Friendship and Society's Challenges
00:38 Welcome to Simplified Organization Podcast
01:25 Exploring Feminine Struggles in Friendships
01:56 Types of Friendships and Their Dynamics
02:50 The Role of Ideals in Friendships
03:49 The Pitfalls of Seeking Friendship for Its Own Sake
06:09 The Influence of Literature on Friendship Perceptions
08:40 The Evolution of Anne and Diana's Friendship
12:40 The Impact of Friendship on Personal Growth
17:42 Concluding Thoughts on Friendship
18:58 Preview of the Final Part of the ConversationMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Help your friends talk homemaking: https://simplifiedorganization.com
Unpacking Friendship: Insights from C.S. Lewis's 'The Four Loves' – Part 2
In this episode of the Simplified Organization Podcast, Mystie Winckler and her guests, Karen Head, Adelaide Garner, and Kate Myers, delve deeper into the concept of friendship as depicted in C. S. Lewis's book, 'The Four Loves.' They explore the distinction between true friendships and general acquaintances, discussing the unique spiritual depth and co-laboring nature of genuine friendships.
The conversation touches on potential pitfalls of friendship and compares them to family and marital relationships, incorporating personal anecdotes and interpretations of Lewis's views. They conclude by emphasizing the importance of intellectual stimulation and mutual support in friendships, paving the way for a more profound connection.
00:00 Introduction to Deep Friendships
00:44 Welcome to the Simplified Organization Podcast
01:19 Exploring C.S. Lewis's Views on Friendship
02:12 Debating the Elevation of Friendship
03:49 C.S. Lewis's Life and Friendships
05:08 The Role of Friendship in Personal Growth
07:53 Friendship vs. Comradeship
10:26 The Exclusivity and Depth of True Friendship
17:08 Friendship as a Source of Support and Perspective
18:52 Conclusion and Next StepsMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Start a local group: https://simplifiedorganization.com
Mystie Winckler, Kate Myers, Karen Head, and Adelaide Garner discuss CS Lewis' Four Loves and the best ways for women to make and maintain friendships.
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Building Meaningful Friendships: Insights from C.S. Lewis’s 'The Four Loves'
In this episode of the Simplified Organization Podcast, Mystie Winckler, Karen Head, Adelaide Garner, and Kate Myers discuss the importance of community and friendship through the lens of C.S. Lewis’s book 'The Four Loves.'
The conversation explores how group dynamics contribute to stable, long-term friendships and the value of camaraderie among women. Women must remember to balance close, intimate connections and broader community ties. One beautiful part of friend groups is how they bring out different facets of each individual.
00:00 The Importance of Community in Friendships
00:37 Introduction to the Simplified Organization Podcast
01:14 A Unique Episode on Friendship
02:07 Discussing C.S. Lewis's 'Four Loves'
03:42 The Dynamics of Group Friendships
07:39 Personal Experiences and Reflections
09:17 Defining Friendship According to C.S. Lewis
11:47 How Our Friendship Began
13:52 The Divine Aspect of Friendship
15:06 Conclusion and Importance of Cultivating Friendships -
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Meghan Jackson has started a local homemaking study group. She shares her group's dynamics, initial ice-breaking activities, and the profound impact on their attitudes towards homemaking. Moms in the study report significant positive changes, including improved family interactions and overcoming perfectionism. You can do the same in your local area!
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
01:21 Starting the Study Group
02:18 Icebreakers and Group Dynamics
03:46 Progress and Feedback
04:33 Impact on Attitudes and Homes
07:40 Group Meetings and Logistics
11:26 Reflections and Future Plans
14:55 ConclusionMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
https://simplyconvivial.com/art-of-homeschooling
Maximize Your Homeschooling Hours: Tips for Focus and Success
Devote specific hours, called sacred school hours, to focus solely on school work. Parents should minimize distractions, such as household chores and social media, during these hours. The emphasis is on being present and available to support children's learning in an environment filled with potential distractions.
Our best homeschool accountability advice - Build in frequent check-ins (the younger the student, the more frequent the check ins), not only to celebrate the small steps of progress along the way, but also to make sure they’re not dawdling.
Dawn Garrett lives in Ohio with her husband Jason and their three always-homeschooled children - two graduates and a rising senior. In her homeschool, they learn about God and His cosmos by studying the seven liberal arts in order to know Him better, imitate Him and His ways, and share about Him with others. Her home blog – about books school and life – has been at ladydusk for 20 years.
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm -
Join us for Art of Homeschooling: https://simplyconvivial.com/art-of-homeschooling
Imperviousness is a new word for many of us, but it's a word and a mode that we need to be successful homeschool moms who guide our children through their various phases into functioning adulthood. Homeschooling is not always going to be rainbows and roses, and we have to be prepared to weather the storms of our children's displeasure if we're going to effectively shape their loves and lifestyle.
Lauren Scott makes her home in the foothills of the Arkansas Ozarks, where she and her husband Nathaniel are raising their two energetic teenage boys on the Scriptures, living books, the great outdoors, and lots of meaningful work experiences. Lauren has been home educating now for over a decade and organizes a local co-op. She’s an avid gardener and reader, and she writes about the Christian life, books, and homeschooling at KeptandKeeping.com.
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
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