Set for success
Good morning. So much of running a household (and all of life) is about setting expectations – and then following through.
It sounds simple. But when you’re tired or busy, it’s often not.
That’s why today’s table has six bricks for a better life.
All free and waiting for you to take a seat.
This first resource is a game-changer. It helps your family know exactly what they need to do and when.
Not Using a Chore Chart? You’re Missing Out!
Grab this free one (it’s on my fridge right now). Or check out the other options that build ease into your days.
(One reader said she started it in January, and it was the first thing that stuck)
TABLE WISDOM
“Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment.”
– Oprah Winfrey
Next, in a world that rushes everyone toward the next thing, this is the rare game that actually slows you down. Thinking creatively takes time.
See Why Scattergories Is a Family Favorite
And a reader favorite (according to the 5,000+ who have played in the last year)
Someone always argues their answer should count. And that’s when Scattergories gets really good.
💡DID YOU KNOW?
Much of your life is actually automated.
Around 45% of your daily actions are made up of habits you don’t even think about. (From Duke University)
Almost half your day is running on autopilot right now. Here’s how to make sure those automatic behaviors are actually working for you ⬇️
10 Powerful Things to Do in the Morning To Conquer Today
These morning habits are the bricks. Small, simple, done consistently.
STORIES FROM THE TABLE
One of my 5-year-old’s favorite books is The Three Little Pigs.
In it, two of the brothers want to play. So, they rush through building their houses, putting in only a half effort. The third pig takes his time, works hard, and builds a sturdy house of bricks.
In the end, the big bad wolf demolishes the first two homes, but can’t get past the pig with bricks.
And of course, this is a beautiful metaphor for life. Are you rushing through your days, always moving to the next thing?
Or do you slow down, evaluate what’s important to you, and build a beautiful life, brick by brick?
One with great accomplishments, but also peaceful moments, and incredible joy.
In a world that constantly screams “more, more, more” what if we…
-Shared extraordinary moments with the people closest to us
-Made time for deeper wellness habits (instead of trying to find the time)
-Worked on fewer projects but made them more creative, original, and authentic.
Think of how proud you’ll be looking back on it. How much more you get out of a life that you painstakingly create.
A life made of bricks instead of sticks.
If you’re ready to start building your brick house, this is the first wall.
And this will help with the whole foundation.
One of the best bricks you can lay today is an hour of genuine connection with your family. These games make that easy.
These are the ones readers come back to every single family night.
(Not the ones that sit on the shelf)
SOMETHING TO CHEW ON
In what kids’ movie does a character say, “Just smile and wave, boys.”?
(See the answer at the end of the email)
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What does your ideal day look like?
TABLE TALK
Parenting is…
Buying a 6-pack of yogurt and watching it get eaten in an hour.
Then buying 12 yogurts and watching them expire because “no one likes yogurt.”
Kids Movie Trivia answer: Penguins of Madagascar
Remember: One brick today is worth ten planned for next week. The best time to start the foundation is before you feel ready.
Thank you for pulling up a chair. I hope you enjoyed today’s edition. If you have anything at all you’d like to share, ask, or say, just hit reply. I’d love to hear from you.
You belong at this table,
Jenn Kropf
Founder of Healthy Happy Impactful