Posts by Kelly Pietrangeli
Tame Your To Do-List Today
Looking at your massive to-do list and feeling like everything has to be done now? How do you prioritise? Where do you even begin? I’ve got a magic wand to make it better – my Magic Matrix Action Sheet! This is a new spin on an old favourite (by productivity guru Stephen Covey) and it works every time. You’ll…
Read MorePhotos out of control? 6 steps to take control of your family photos forever!
Do you feel overwhelmed by the amount of family photos you have sitting on your hard drive, unorganised and unloved? Do you worry that one day you’ll lose them all and your children will have no photos of their childhood? Do you love the thought of having family albums but don’t know where to start?…
Read MoreAre You An Introvert?
I’ve always thought of introverts as being wallflowers. Shy, quiet and preferring their own company. I’m certainly no wallflower. I’ve got plenty of friends, have a very loud voice and have been known to dance on tables after a few tequilas. But I’ve got introverted tendencies that have taken me years to understand.
Read MoreHow to Indulge Yourself (Within A Budget)
FACT #1: Being a mother is a beautiful gift. FACT #2: It’s also the most underpaid, overworked (but rewarding in it’s own way) job on the planet. FACT #3: Most mothers don’t pamper themselves nearly enough because of guilt, time or money. Does #3 ring true for you? You’re not alone. Guilt tops the list because our…
Read MoreHow To Create A Toolbox of Calm
Back when my kids were very little, life felt hectic and out of control. I was shouting at them way too much and I desperately wanted to be a more peaceful, loving mother. I decided to create a Toolbox of Calm. Something I could quickly access when I felt a full-blown Mama Meltdown coming on. I…
Read MoreWhy My Son Quit Minecraft For Good
When my 12 year old son told me last week that he’s quitting Minecraft for good I nearly fell off my chair. He realised he was addicted when he found himself bored while playing it, yet unable to stop himself. I asked him if he didn’t want to just ease out of it slowly, but…
Read MoreHow to Deal With an Annoying Husband
Does your hubby irritate you? Is he slowly driving you mad with his array of petty but annoying behaviours? Yep. I hear you. After 17 years of marriage I’ve got a pretty extensive list of things that drive me around the bend. Leaves pans to ‘soak’ rather than just washing them up. Tells me I…
Read MoreHow To Be A More Peaceful, Loving Mother
I’m one of those mamas who wants to be more mindful and self-aware. I crave personal growth and know that when I give this part of my life the attention it deserves I’m a much more peaceful and loving mother. When my soul is being fed, I can begin to see life beyond the laundry…
Read MoreBe The Best Version Of You
Are you a calm creature in your yoga class, then get home and yell at your kids? Do you ever read an inspirational book or blog and think, “Yes! That makes total sense, and I’m going to start doing that!” Then life gets busy and it never quite happens? Do you ever feel like you’re…
Read MoreHow to Stay Calm When Your Child Gets Angry
How can we help our children when they are angry, frustrated, disappointed, or sad? The key is to start by staying calm. We don’t need to argue, defend, or join them in their emotional upheaval. Instead, it’s important we just breathe, relax, and stay grounded. It’s not easy, I know. Feeling frustrated or angry with…
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