Posts tagged family
Easy Ways to Create Holiday Magic and Why it Matters
Easy Ways to Create Holiday Magic and Why it Matters

What makes our memories so special? Why do they stand out and hold such a special place in our hearts and minds? I bet if you think back some of the most special memories were also the most simple of moments. In this episode, we talk about what makes these moments special.

Did you know that science is starting to show the link between the senses and memory retention? Research also shows the impact that tradition and rituals have in establishing connection and family culture. In a year time filled with uncertainty, we can establish security, belonging, and hope through simple traditions.

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Family, Family Culture, Holiday, Parenting, Self HostedNancy Mettlerfamily, christmas, tradition, traditions, rituals, routine, holidays, holiday magic, magic of christmas, family time, quality time, rest, sabbathComment
4 Steps to Avoid Holiday Burnout & How to Give a Great Toast with Katie Quesada
4 Steps to Avoid Holiday Burnout & How to Give a Great Toast with Katie Quesada

Creating holiday magic comes with a lot of work. You may enjoy this work, you might not. You may find yourself completely exhausted and wondering how it all went by so fast! Or you love it so much you want to find the time to do even more!

In this episode we'll walk through 4 steps of how to approach the holidays with intention, discern what meets that intention, and partner with our spouses to help ease the workload for all.


Katie Quesada joins us to discuss how giving a toast can give meaning to any gathering and how we can do so with ease! She helps us avoid common don'ts and awkward social moments! Listen in and you'll be ready to raise a glass - be it around a table, in a backyard, or over zoom.

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Family, Community, Self Hosted, HolidayNancy Mettlerfamily, teamwork, invisible load, to-do lists, christmas, thanksgiving, holidays, happy holidays, mental load, christmas cards, toasting, celebrations, family holiday, gathering, joy, simple living, simpliciity, simplify, holiday goals, tired mom, friendsgivingComment
Being Present, Building Community, and Refocusing in 2020
Being Present, Building Community, and Refocusing in 2020

It's been one heck of a year! But it's not over yet. We still have a chance to refocus. A chance to pivot and make some beauty out of this mess.

In this episode, Nancy Elizabeth discusses how her family keeps their energy and mindset focused each year. How with some intention and gentle reminders they choose to work on a shared theme to help bring joy and happiness into their family.

The practice of making a family theme as a greater part of cultivating a family culture has been a simple and fun way to work together. With the unprecedented challenges of 2020 - Nancy has decided to make a decision.

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Parenting, Family, Self Hosted, Family CultureNancy Mettlerfamily, pandemic, goals, mission statement, family mission statement, character, values, community, community building, making goals, smart goals, present, hands-free, hope, health, simpliciity, simple livingComment
Mommy & CEO - with Erin Schurtz
Mommy & CEO - with Erin Schurtz

Today is part 2 of a conversation with Erin Shurtz. We continue talking about marriage and how we strive to find a balance between each others' needs, careers, and childcare. Erin shares her journey of creating a company and working in whatever slivers of time she can find - but that's her jam! We talk about her growing family and an unexpected journey involving fertility and miscarriage. Finally, Erin shares her heart and encouraging words as we continue into challenging times. 

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Nancy Mettlerfamily, marriage, fertility, miscarriage, mom boss, entrepreneurComment