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3 Steps to Determine Where Your Focus is so You Can Live in His Abundance

June 27, 2022 09:46 - 4 minutes - 4.57 MB

Hello Friend! Sometimes we can easily get wrapped up into ourselves and some people even see being “busy” as luxurious even though they hurt others in the process. You may not even realize how much your actions affect others just because you are so self focused. I just want you to become aware of this so that you can live your best life because this life isn’t just about you. It can be hard to even notice because your life motto is "Me" is more. I have heard it called MEism and it ...

How to Make Your Own Worm Composting Bins and How to Feed the Worms so You Can Use Them for Your Garden for an Organic Fertilizer

June 22, 2022 01:42 - 7 minutes - 6.76 MB

Hello Friend Are you ready to make some black gold? Today, I will tell you how to start your own worm bin at home and how and what to feed the worms so you can make your own organic fertilizer for your garden! Let me know if you start your own bin! Join our Facebook Group -> Simple Gardening, Homesteading & Holistic Home for Beginners Email -> [email protected] Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/ Blessings! Monica

Learn About Vermicomposting and 3 Benefits to Making it for Your Garden.

June 13, 2022 09:44 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MB

Hey Friend Have you ever heard of vermicomposting? It is an amazing way to repurpose waste and turn trash into nutrient-dense soil. In this episode, we will talk about what vermicomposting is, 3 benefits of it, and what kind of worms you will need. So you are wondering what vermicomposting is? Vermicomposting, is also known as worm composting, is the process of having worms eat natural material, such as vegetable and fruit peels, and then break it down through digestion. Once the scraps...

Having an Abundant Life Even Through the Struggles and Hard Times

June 06, 2022 09:45 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MB

Hello! You can live the most abundant life~the choice is yours!!! Life of abundance doesn’t mean that you have all the money you want or the perfect life-it means that you have peace that passes all understanding and you have a spiritfilled life. When you are in the midst of pain, you can still feel fully abundant in the Lord!!!!! Blessings! Monica Join our Facebook Group -> Simple Gardening, Homesteading & Holistic Home for Beginners Email -> [email protected] In...

Have You Ever Wondered if You Could Ferment Your Own Food? The Benefits of Fermenting Food, Safety, and Learning How Simple it is!

May 30, 2022 09:48 - 9 minutes - 8.95 MB

Happy Memorial Day! I want to help you this week with learning about how simple it really is to ferment your own food so you and your family can start enjoying the benefits of fermented food! So many people are scared when it comes to doing it themselves, but your don't have to buy any special supplies, it is safer than you can even imagine, and it is super simple! I can't wait to hear any recipe you try and I would love to know what your favorite fermented foods are! Have a wonderful...

Where Do You Begin When Planning to Homestead? First 3 Steps to Getting Started for Beginners

May 23, 2022 09:45 - 10 minutes - 9.71 MB

Hello! If you ever thought about homesteading or wanted to learn about where to begin, this episode will give you a good idea how to get started and some of the things you can do to prepare. It can be a very simple process and the journey is so different for each of us! There are some who homestead that don't even have animals, so it is up to you! It is such a blessing to be able to give you this information. Reach out to me and let you know what you want to know more of!!!!!! Keep i...

Simplifying Your Home by Implementing Simple Systems, Routines, and Tips with Lauren White

May 16, 2022 09:45 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

Hello! You are going to really enjoy this episode with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast. She has amazing systems and routines for getting your house in order and keeping it in order. You can find Lauren White: The Intentional Edit Podcast Intentional Edit on all Social Platforms www.intentionaledit.com Can't wait to hear how you liked this-contact me below!!!! Monica Join our Facebook Group -> Simple Living for Busy Moms Email -> [email protected] Ins...

What I Learned in the First Few Weeks of Having Baby Goats, A Must Know Tip if you Have Deer or Rabbits Eating Your Flowers or Vegetables, and an Update of the Social Media Fast

May 09, 2022 09:40 - 9 minutes - 9.59 MB

Hello Friend! Thanks for being here! Today I want to let you know what I learned the first few weeks of owning baby Nigerian Dwarf Goats! It has been quite the learning curve! I also want to let you know of a simple little secret that I use to keep rabbits and deer out of my garden and from nibbling on my flowers! And Finally.....an update on my 8 week social media fast! Join our Facebook Group -> Simple Gardening, Homesteading & Self Sufficient Lifestyle for Beginners Email -> claimin...

What I Learned in the First Few Weeks of Having Baby Goats, A Must Know Tips if you Have Deer or Rabbits, and an Update of the Social Media Fast

May 09, 2022 09:40 - 9 minutes - 9.59 MB

Hello Friend! Thanks for being here! Today I want to let you know what I learned the first few weeks of owning baby Nigerian Dwarf Goats! It has been quite the learning curve! I also want to let you know of a simple little secret that I use to keep rabbits and deer out of my garden and from nibbling on my flowers! And Finally.....an update on my 8 week social media fast! Join our Facebook Group -> Simple Gardening, Homesteading & Self Sufficient Lifestyle for Beginners Email -> claimin...

Turn Your Passion Into Purpose with Estela Kelley

May 02, 2022 10:03 - 11 minutes - 8.52 MB

Hello Friend! In this episode Estela is talking about having a passion and then turning that into a purpose. Sometimes we don't know how it comes about, but when we are doing what we love, we enjoy our work. Estela's Podcast -> Estela Kelley Show Estela's Website -> www.sharetheflippinfun/shop I hope you enjoy this podcast! Join our Facebook Group -> Simple Living for Busy Moms Email -> [email protected] Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/ Mon...

Do You Wonder Where to Start When Planting Seeds? Vegetable Seed Starting Basics and What I Ordered this Year for Our Garden!!!

April 25, 2022 10:03 - 7 minutes - 7.66 MB

Hey Friend! In this episode I will tell you about the different kinds of seeds and go step by step how to plant seeds to make it easy for beginner gardeners. I just planted seeds and I know I had so many questions when I first started doing a garden. I don’t start all of my seeds, but tomatoes, peppers, and a few others is what I like to get started before we can bring outside to plant because our season in so short in MN.. It probably wont be ready to plant outside until late may, early...

EXCITING NEWS! What is Happening With This Podcast and What the Future Looks Like!

April 18, 2022 10:06 - 4 minutes - 4.65 MB

Hello! I can’t even tell you how excited I am to REALLY know the direction that God is leading me. As many of you probably know, I am very multi passionate & I love to do so many things! I absolutely enjoy being a nurse and the patients are amazing and being a helper is one of my gifts which I also find alot of value in at home being a wife, mom, and grandma! Working as needed at the clinic has been perfect for me, but honestly…..I am busier than ever at home! I am the type of person t...

Have You Thought About What is Really Important to You? Find Fulfillment in Your Life with these 4 actions.

April 11, 2022 10:02 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MB

Hello Friend Welcome back to another week-It was quite a week here and my original podcast has switched gears because this is what is on my heart this week!! Life is precious and we have such a short time here on earth, so we need to use it wisely. Even with all of the things that happened this week, I have so much peace. God's plan is perfect! I can’t control what goes on in this world, but I am ever so thankful to know the one who is in control. Today, I just want you to go deep and loo...

Is Social Media and Electronics Controlling Your Precious Time? 4 Steps to Taking Back Control to What Matters Most!

April 04, 2022 10:04 - 8 minutes - 8.35 MB

Hello Have you ever thought about how much you could get done without electronics? This might be a hot topic today and I think most of us know the addiction, but just don’t know how to break it! I am not anti-electronics because there are so many good things that come from electronics like being able to look up any information or even my podcasts being spread around the world, but the work ethic of society has really changed because of it. When facebook went down last year for a short am...

If You Could Learn to Become More Self-sufficient while Fitting it into Your Busy Schedule, Would You be Interested? 4 Reasons to Learn These Skills so You are Prepared for the Rising Food Prices

March 28, 2022 10:03 - 7 minutes - 7.03 MB

Hello! If you could learn to become more self-sufficient while fitting it into your busy schedule, would you be interested? 4 reasons to learn these simple new skills so you and your family are prepared for the rising food prices and empty shelves. It doesn't have to be hard or even time consuming to make your own food. I want to teach you a few things I have made recently that I won't ever have to worry about if they run out at the store and give you the 4 reasons you should try it your...

Does the Thought of Laundry Make You Cringe? Easy Morning Routines Along With Laundry Made Simple Even if You are Overwhelmed with Motherhood and Work

March 21, 2022 10:09 - 6 minutes - 6.31 MB

Hey Friend! Do you struggle with a simple morning routine and laundry makes you cringe just thinking about it? I have a simple solution for laundry and my easy morning routine and I hope this episode blesses you in some way. I would love to hear what you do for a morning routine, so contact me on Instagram, email me, or post in our Simple Living for Busy Moms Facebook Group Join our Facebook Family -> Simple Living for Busy Moms Email -> [email protected] Instagram -> https:...

Quick and Easy Meals to Make in Less Than 15 Minutes if You are a Busy Working Mom Looking for a Simple Meal Plan

March 14, 2022 10:03 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

Hello Friend! Here is an episode that you have requested!!! I hear you and I know you are busy and don’t have time to make meals, so I am going to give you a few really quick meal ideas that you will have ready for you when you get home in the evening or can make very quickly!! First I want to talk a little bit about my simple system for our meals. Here is how we organize it….. I have a magnetic board on our fridge from the dollar store with each day of the week. Obviously nothing fancy...

Why Your Friends Matter and the Importance of Quality Friendships

March 07, 2022 11:07 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

Hello Friendships are a crucial part of living a fulfilling life. It’s so important that we surround ourselves with people who we have fun with, who support us, and people who make us better. You may already have beautiful friendships in your life, but if you’re still in the market for friends, it’s never too late to cultivate new relationships that will make your life even more magnificent. If you ask, God will lead you to some amazing friends! Remember, everything is in His timing, so k...

Do You Know What it is Like to be Content? 4 WaysYou Can Practice Contentment in Your Life Even as a Busy Mom

February 28, 2022 11:04 - 12 minutes - 10.6 MB

Hey Friend! Do you even know what it is like to be content? When you constantly desire more, you are never satisfied. Because no matter how much you accumulate or achieve, you can always have more. Most everybody who acquires more, only continues to pursue it. It is my goal to help others simplify and become more content. Is the rat race day after day worth it for you? When will you ever be happy? In this episode, I share 4 ways you can practice contentment in your life even if you ...

Is Your Debt Keeping You Stuck in Your Job? 3 Steps to Begin the Process to Get Out of Debt so You Can Have Freedom

February 21, 2022 11:08 - 8 minutes - 8.16 MB

Hello! Today, Im giving you 3 actionable steps you can take right away to becoming debt free so that you can get out of debt which then will create choices for you in your life. In order for me to quit my job, I worked fulltime along with having 2 side businesses around my family so that we could pay off all debt. It was a temporary inconvenience for the freedom I experience now with working my own businesses part time around my kids. I also waited until God gave me a clear answer tha...

Busy Moms Learn How to Make Habits Automatic and Get 1% Better Every Day.

February 14, 2022 11:12 - 8 minutes - 7.8 MB

Hey! I will go through some steps to help you automate habits you would like to incorporate. We discuss James Clear's book, Atomic Habits. He says a tiny change in your behavior will not transform your life overnight, but turn that behavior into a habit every day and it can lead to big changes. Changing your life is not about making big breakthroughs, but about building a positive system of habits that deliver results. Post in the Claiming Simplicity Facebook Page what is just 1 habit you...

Is Living a Balanced Life Even Possible? 6 Simple Steps for a Busy Exhausted Mom to Implement Today to Pursue Balance

February 07, 2022 11:03 - 8 minutes - 8.56 MB

Hello! Have you ever wondered how to create life balance? In this episode, I will give you 6 simple steps for busy exhausted moms to implement to pursue balance that I want you to start with. Small steps will get you to where you want to be! I would love to hear how you are implementing even one of these steps! Join our Facebook Group -> Claiming Simplicity Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/ email -> [email protected] Have a great week! Monica...

Importance of Simplifying to Have More Time for Yourself and the Value of Hobbies

January 31, 2022 11:02 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MB

Hello! In this episode, I will talk about the importance of learning to live minimally because you need time for yourself and the very much needed 6 reason why you need to have a hobby! If you are so busy and overwhelmed, you will need to really look at your life and where you can simplify so you can start to put your values in order and begin to have time for yourself and enjoy a new hobby - or an old one if you just put it on the back burner! I would love to hear from you! Private Face...

A Life with Less Stuff Means More Peace in Your Home for the Moms Who Want to Live with Less Stress

January 24, 2022 11:02 - 6 minutes - 5.89 MB

Hey! Do you want to feel peace and calm in your home so you have less stress? Once you begin decluttering, you may find that you actually love the peace and joy you feel in your home. When we simplify and declutter, we will feel less stressed physically and mentally. Enjoy this episode! Monica Facebook Group -> Claiming Simplicity Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/ Send me a message -> [email protected]

Part 2 - 63 Things We Don’t Buy to Save Thousands of Dollars

January 17, 2022 11:02 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

Hi Friend! I am so happy you enjoyed part 1 in the last episode! Here is Part 2 of the things we don't buy to save thousands of dollars! It is all those little items that add up without you even realizing it! ->Send me a message [email protected] ->Join our Private Claiming Simplicity Facebook Group ->Instagram https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity Thanks for all your love! Monica

Part 1 - 63 Things We Don’t Buy to Save Thousands of Dollars

January 10, 2022 11:01 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MB

Hello! In this episode, I am going to go through 30 of the 63 items we do not buy to save thousands of dollars. It is the every day items that you don't even realize you don't need that is costing you extra money you could be saving! I would love to hear any money saving tips you have because I learn so much from you as well!!!! Send me a message ->[email protected] We have started our decluttering challenge in our Private Claiming Simplicity Facebook Group and would love for...

Importance of Minimizing Your Stuff and Eliminating the Things You Don‘t Need

January 03, 2022 11:01 - 5 minutes - 5.41 MB

Happy New Year Friend! In this episode, you will learn the importance of Minimizing your possessions and eliminating the things you don't need. Reducing items helps create the space and time necessary to pursue meaningful work, relationships and experiences. We talk about the 5 realizations you will come to when you simplify your stuff! Declutter challenge starts January 3rd in the Private Facebook Group->Claiming Simplicity I would love to see you there! Instagram-> https://www.insta...

Start to Dream and Set Goals This Next Year for the Moms Who Want to Eventually Quit Their Job and Work From Home

December 27, 2021 11:02 - 9 minutes - 8.5 MB

Happy New Year Friend!!!! In today's episode I talk about some questions to help you to dream again and set beginning goals so that you can either quit your day job and work from home or just beginning setting goals so you can achieve your ideal life! I hope that you incorporate some of this and I can't wait to see how this New Year turns out for you!!!! I love hearing from you! Send me a message on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/ Email me at claimingsimplic...

How to Easily Declutter from all the Extra Christmas Items before the New Year

December 20, 2021 11:02 - 5 minutes - 5.4 MB

Hey Friend! In this episode I talk about simple ways to keep declutter to a minimum so you can start the New Year Fresh! I will show you how to organize your Christmas Items so you can easily access them every year without a mess! We are going to be doing a FREE Declutter Challenge starting in January in our Claiming Simplicity Facebook group and we would love for you to join us! Send me a message on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/ Email me at claimingsimplici...

Minimizing Stress for the Busy Mom Trying to do it all During the Holidays

December 13, 2021 11:03 - 6 minutes - 6.87 MB

Hey! In this episode you will get some great tips for minimizing stress when you are trying to do all the things this Christmas season. Remember to slow down and that you can say no to things and activities. Bless your Christmas Season! Monica Find the 10 ways to reduce stress and stay on Budget this holiday season and a few recipes at link tree below! Enjoy! linktr.ee/monicahbaker Find me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/ Email me at claimingsimplic...

Best Gift Giving Ideas this Christmas Season to Create Memories and Useful Gifts

December 06, 2021 12:20 - 7 minutes - 7.13 MB

Hey Friend! Today I am going to give you some ideas for the best gifts that you can give that will create memories and experiences along with gift ideas that people can actually use! I thought it was incredible that so many people see gift giving as a competition-trying to out gift their family and friends! Imagine what the world would be like if we were all seeking Jesus like that!!!!! I would love to hear your favorite gifts to give and to receive. Send me a dm at https://www.instag...

Create a Simple Budget and Learn How to Stick to it to Get Out of Debt for Busy Moms

November 29, 2021 11:06 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MB

Hello! If you want to learn the first steps to starting a budget, you are going to want to listen to this episode! You don't need a spreadsheet or budget program to begin the process, you just need to figure out where you are spending all your money. If you don't have a budget, your money just seems to disappear and you are going to want to start controlling that!!!!!! Enjoy! Monica

Create a Simple Budget and Learn How to Sick to it to Get Out of Debt for Busy Moms

November 29, 2021 11:06 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MB

Hello! If you want to learn the first steps to starting a budget, you are going to want to listen to this episode! You don't need a spreadsheet or budget program to begin the process, you just need to figure out where you are spending all your money. If you don't have a budget, your money just seems to disappear and you are going to want to start controlling that!!!!!! Enjoy! Monica

Problem Solving Framework to Create More Time for Working Moms Who Want to Work Less

November 22, 2021 11:04 - 6 minutes - 5.97 MB

Hello! ----more---- In this episode, you will learn about the P.A.C.E. problem solving framework to teach you the first things you need to do to help you to take the steps towards moving into your calling and where God wants you to be so that you can work less.----more---- Join my Private Claiming Simplicity Facebook Group----more---- Follow me on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/

Value vs. Time Assessment - Build a Balanced Life Plan for Tired Overworked Moms

November 22, 2021 11:03 - 6 minutes - 6.13 MB

Hi Friend!----more---- In this episode I am going to teach you the Value vs. Time Assessment so you can build a balanced life. ----more---- Learn where you need to make changes in your life so you know exactly the areas you need to change. ----more---- Private Claiming Simplicity Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4364108200322076/ ----more---- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claimingsimplicity/

Why I Created This Podcast and What You Can Expect to Hear

November 04, 2021 18:25 - 3 minutes - 2.37 MB

Trailer Simplified Home*Debt & Expense Reduction*Faith*Personal Development Are you a tired, exhausted, and overwhelmed mom looking to simplify your life? Do you want to get your priorities back in order so you can enjoy a balanced lifestyle? Are you tired of having debt and living paycheck to paycheck? Do you want to have time freedom to create memories and experiences with your family and friends? In this podcast, you will learn how to reduce debt and expenses, simplify your home, an...

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