Practically Happy

The whole time you were growing up, you had someone to take care of you. Who takes care of you now? In this episode, I share some ideas for how and why to mother yourself. We all need it more than ever. (Originally aired as Episode 38) Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Eno...

Sometimes you have an idea floating around and need to just make it happen! In this episode I share the 6 steps I use to take my ideas and bring them into reality. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...

Omigosh is there anything more stressful than thinking about the thousands upon thousands of digital photos and videos you have strewn throughout your computers, hard drives, and smart phones? Luckily, today Casey Von Stein, known as Miss Freddy, walks us through four simple steps to get those files in order.  Find her Backup Bootcamp and a $10 discount on the show notes: at livefreecreative.co/po...

Have you ever wanted to feel more confident? In one area of your life, or even just an overarching feeling of assurance and strength? In this show I share 5 tips for cultivating confidence in your life. Tune in and learn to trust yourself to try. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy Mo...

Everything needs maintenance. A little upkeep now to prevent a massive breakdown later. But do you do it? Do you invest in consistency and routine or wait for a fire to put out? Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

I know we all know what fitness IS...this podcast explores the question "What do you want to be fit FOR?" As we expand the idea of purpose behind our physical activity, maybe we'll find some motivation that we didn't know existed? Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough o...

When I want a great book to read, I always head to see what book blogger (and one of my good friends) Janssen is recommending on her blog and instagram. In this episode, we chat about how to develop a love of reading in your home and help your kids do the same! Find the full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram at @livefreemiranda Buy my book More Than Enough  Lear...

We think of bedtime routines being important for babies and toddlers...but what about you? I have realized how impactful creating a cozy and loving bedtime routine has been for MYSELF, and in this episode I invite you to do the same! Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enoug...

I want to ease into this new year with flow and simplicity. Making small adjustments to my routines, rituals, and rhythms will help invite peace and reduce expectation.  Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

A quick pause for reflection before we leave 2020 in the rear window. Was it all bad? A total, complete dumpster fire? Or can you find some joy in there as well? Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

I am working on feeling ALL of my feelings. I also know I like feeling good, and looking for the good always helps me feel good.  In this episode, I share a bunch of the advantages of developing the skills of optimism, as well as a few tips for how to begin! (After this year, we can all use a little boost!) Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Register for Live Free From Clutter liv...

We've all been quarantined for nine months. Let's chat about exploring, shall we? Preethi Harbuck of Local Passport Family is an expert adventurer and will help us explore abroad and FROM HOME! Tune in for our informative conversation. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Eno...

We can all reflect back on our lives and see which memories stick out. Did you know you can actually intentionally create those types of memories for yourself and your family? Here's how! Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices....

Have you ever felt like your expectations for motherhood didn't match reality? In this conversation with Top Motherhood Podcast Host Rachel Nielson, we get real, share truth, and offer practical solutions. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about...

In part 4 of the mini-series on Planning Your Ideal Life, we dive into what you can do every single day to invite more joy. How you spend your days is, after all, how you spend you life. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Series Sponsored by Golden Coil Lea...

What would you do with one, glorious week. If you could plan the best week ever, who would you spend time with, how would you feel? Let's explore that idea in part three of Planning Your Ideal Life, this month on the show. Plan The Best Week Ever, then LIVE IT. Sponsored by Golden Coil (use BLACKFRIDAY for 15% off 11/16-11/20) Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on I...

In part two of this four-part planning mini-series, I focus on planning so that you set yourself up for success in each season of the year, and each season of the month.  Listen in for tactical advice and practical tips for living more aligned with your personal values. Show sponsored by Golden Coil Planners Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreem...

As one year comes to a close, I am always so excited to look forward to the year ahead with big dreams and plans. Not only does planning for your idea life get you closer to making it reality, it also encourages motivating, creative, and fulfilling emotions all along the way. Listen in for part 1 of this month's 4 part series on Planning Your Ideal Life. Use LIVEFREE10 for 10% off at Golden Coil t...

How can you feel content in your life, and still want to change and grow? If you like things the way they are, what motivation do you have to improve them? In this episode, I dig into the way I understand the balance of feeling peace and making progress. Whether in your home, relationships, body, or work, you can feel content and improve at the same time. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.c...

We all sometimes ask ourselves what we are doing with our lives, what the purpose is. If anything we are working on will actually make a difference? This episode gives some candid guidance on using your own personal GPS to find perspective and clarity, even in the unknown. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon....

I heard the phrase "Assume Nobility" years ago and stopped dead in my tracks. There is such inherent power in believing people are doing their best. People, including myself. Listen in for a candid exploration of what it looks like to trust yourself to do what's best for you, and trust others to do what's best for them. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagra...

I am a firm believer in the power of small things.  And sometimes you just need a Grand Gesture! Cal Newport explains the power of Grand Gestures in his book Deep Work, and I've been seeing how they work in my own life ever since I read it. Listen in to discover how they can work for you! Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast...

We acknowledge our time and money as resources that need to be managed and accounted for...but what about our attention? In this episode I share some ideas for recognizing the power of our attention and creating some systems to ensure we are spending it intentionally. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/l...

We have never been so acutely aware of myriad things outside of our control. In this episode, I focus on three areas that are always, clearly within your circle of control. Beliefs, Belongings, and Busy-ness. Listen for some practical tips for getting back in the driver's seat of your life and feeling better every day. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram...

Would you like to add more magic and wonder to life without adding a bunch more unnecessary purchases, piles of gifts, or clutter?  In this episode I shares six ideas (with a super fun acronym;) to help you create magic in your life without adding anything extra. Hint: It's all about the HOW and less about the WHAT. Download and print the free PDF in the show notes to help you remember the six mag...