Christmas 2020 will surely be like any other. Just like the rest of this year.
As many are ready to give the boot to 2020, we still have some very important aspects of the year ahead: Advent, Christmas, and reflecting on this past year as we wait for the New Year ahead.
Under normal circumstances, this time of year can be hectic. Year-end projects coming to a close, shopping, hosting, and simply not enough time to get it all done. Add 2020 chaos to the mix, and it’s a surefire storm of stress, angst, and potential meltdowns.
Make things easy on yourself, and check out this guide to the holidays.
In the guide, I mention a few time-saving, money-saving, and sanity-saving hacks that I think will be super helpful for your holidays ahead.
Cut out the stress. Cut out the chaos. Press the easy button. I’m here to help!
Read the guide now to open the doors to a peaceful, enjoyable holiday season ahead.
Promise—you won’t regret it!
Instead of getting wrapped up (HAH—get it? Wrapped up! I’m always up for a good pun!) in the hectic nature of the holidays, I challenge you today and especially in the month ahead, to focus on what really matters. Our family, our friends, and showing gratitude to one another for the many blessings we share.
It can be a hard season for many, but with the right mindset, a little planning, and some easy holiday hacks—you’ll be all set!
As always, I’m here to help make your life easier while living on a budget. Reply to this note—I’d be happy to organize a holiday gift life specific to your budget.
Wishing you a happy + healthy holiday season ahead!
Megan Nelson, Owner + Founder
Member ID: 10489847
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Did you catch the first segment of my Best Time Saving Hacks for Busy Women earlier this week? If not, don’t miss it! You can find it right here.
To continue these great tips to maximize your time, while being a great and fully focused mama, keep reading. You’ll essentially be at Wonder Woman status once you’ve read and implemented these bad boys into your daily routine.
Say “no” more often
Yup—I’m totally guilty of not following this one myself, but it’s an absolute must to reaching your goals and sticking with them. You have my full permission—just say “NO!”
Listen to a podcast, inspirational video while exercising
This has been my jam lately. I always want to maximize my time. Listening to a podcast or watching a professional development video while I do some yoga or get in some cardio has been a motivator to do something good for myself while also expanding my mind—love it!
Get your groceries delivered
Ugh, this one is just so easy. Just push that darn easy button already. You’ll save time, you’ll save money, and most importantly, you’ll save your sanity from taking small children into the grocery store. Because let’s be honest—that’s just nuts!
Shop online
Same concept as getting those groceries delivered. Just shop online! You can get everything you need, oftentimes with free shipping, plus you only shop for what you actually need instead of being tempted by the dollar section at Target. We all know that is where our wallets go to die!
Batch home projects
This is a hint at the first rendition of this blog, the Best Time Saving Hacks for Busy Women: Part 1. Get that to do list out, determine what all of your home-related projects are. Maybe it’s cleaning out that pesky (and stinky!) mudroom, or finally donating those clothes you’ve been meaning to get rid of for years. Whatever it is, make a list of these projects, set a timer (20 or 30 minutes will do), and go to town! You’ll feel so glad when it’s done, and your house will be less cluttered, too. Win, win!
Got all these down? You go, mama! I’m rooting for you! And if you ever have any questions along the way, don’t hesitate to reach out. Us mamas on a mission to live better, healthier, more abundant lives have GOT to stick together. I’m here for YOU!
Love, Joy + Oils Always,
Megan Nelson, Owner + Founder
Oil Up Omaha
Member ID: 10489847
P.S. Ready to learn more? Pop in my Facebook Community today!
(Just fill out the questions for full access.)
Prep the night before
This is a game-changer! Set your clothes out for the next day. Pack your lunch, pack your bags, and set out anything you need to have your morning go smoothly. This will save time and your sanity—promise!
Make a to do list
If we don’t know what we’re reaching for, how can we possibly achieve it? Write out a to do list for your day or your week—whatever works best for you. I love unloading EVERYTHING that’s been racing through my mind as a busy mom, wife, and entrepreneur, on a piece of paper on Sunday evening or early Monday morning. I do this each week to reduce my stress, have things written down so they’re out of my head, and then organize that list into priorities that need to get done each day of the week.
Get up earlier
I’m not going to beat around the bush on this one. It can be tough to wake up earlier if you’re not a morning person, but even 15-20 minutes can make a world of difference for your day. I love waking up 30-45 minutes before the rest of my household wakes up. It allows me to ease into my mornings and helps me feel like I’m starting the day off mindfully vs. as a scatter-brained, hurry mess!
Simplify your morning
Keep it simple! No need to put on your full glam makeup if you’ll just be hanging around the house.
Dry shampoo + baby wipes are your friend
After becoming a mom, dry shampoo and baby wipes literally became two of my best friends. I use dry shampoo nearly every day because I have to let you in on a little secret—I don’t shower everyday. Baby wipes are also super great to have in your bag, in the car, or at the office when you need a little refresh. Here’s my favorite baby wipe brand that leaves me feeling super refreshed, and smelling great!
Love these time-saving tips? There’s more of where that came from! More time-saving hacks are coming your way in a future blog post.
Wishing you health, wealth, + abundance always!
Megan Nelson, Owner + Founder, Oil Up Omaha
Member ID: 10489847
P.S. Ready to learn more? Pop in my Facebook Community today!
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Happy Friday, my friend!!
I don’t know about you, but I always thoroughly look forward to the weekend ahead. Not because I dislike my job, or even my routine. Instead, it’s because I know that’s the time I can actually unplug from email, from social media, and I get to soak up good quality time with my sweet kiddos and my handsome hubby.
Whether you’re already thinking it’s 5 o’clock somewhere, or you still have a mountain of emails (and laundry!) to get through, I think we can all agree that it has been one heck of a year! I know many of you have asked what products we're using to not just survive but THRIVE through the seasons ahead.
You have been heard, and I’m delivering! Your Fall + Winter 2020 Must-Haves are HERE!
Our family’s must-have hit list of the top health + wellness products, (and exactly how we use them!) is launching right now in my health + wellness group on Facebook.
Once you’re in, just check out the Bonus Trainings under the Units section. You’ll find it in the Fall + Winter 2020 Must-Haves unit.
The content is ready and waiting for you to help boost your immune system, up your personal health + wellness game, as well as help eliminate toxins from your home. All crucial elements to THRIVE, not just survive, as we move into the unpredictable seasons ahead!
Check out all the content and send me a message. I’d love to know which products you’re most excited about exploring?!
P.S. Did you know that one of my (many!) services is to help YOU and your family design a health + wellness plan that is specifically designed for you + your budget? It’s true, and it’s totally free when you work with me! Send me an email or shoot me a message.
I’d love to work with you to THRIVE through the holiday seasons ahead!
P.P.S. These are the exact steps I followed to snag my very first Health + Wellness box. You need this, too!
But let’s be real. How are you really? Between orders to stay at home, managing work remotely, and likely doing both simultaneously while at home with kids, things are on a new level of HECTIC.
What level of chaos are you experiencing these days? Our home usually ranges between a 5-7, on a scale of 1, where we’re dreaming of lollipops and unicorns, to a 10 where we’re all breathing fire.
But, I’ve got to be honest, I’m not an average kind of girl, and I don’t love it when our family is mediocrely at a 5-7 on the chaos scale. I would much rather us strive to be at a 2 or a 3, where things are great, everything in the house is mostly in order, we’re almost always on time.
But, what if your family is way over that ideal range of chaos for you? There are some ways you can change it, and I’m here to help.
Here are my Six Best Tips for Living your BEST Life, like RIGHT NOW!!
Are you ready? Let's do it!
#1 Morning routine is key, you guys! You've got to have one. ☀️☀️☀️
#2 exercise. 💪 Whatever this looks like to you, hitting the gym or doing some light yoga, get it in!
#3 Read and grow! 📚 Whether you are reading a great book or listening to your favorite podcast, whatever it is, make time for it!
#4 Eat well. 🥗 We've got to nourish our bodies and fully hydrate our bodies for them to work optimally for us. Put the M&Ms down!
👉👉The last two tips to living your best life now are available in my health and wellness group here.
✅ Don't miss them! This is all you need to have the best day ever, and officially get that chaos at a manageable level TODAY!! 🎉🎉🎉
