We've spent the last couple of months reflecting and now it's time to get the new year started. Join us as we give an update about life and our favorite parts of our job. Rate and review the podcast on your favorite podcasting app. Share with us any ways in which you have related to this podcast or made changes based on information presented in this podcast. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
We all want to make the holidays the best we can for our families and sometimes we fall in to the trap of spending more money than we planned on. In this episode, we look at general tips to save money for the holidays, giving experiences instead of gifts, and ways to save money on food. Looking for More Information? Holiday Food on a Budget No more Junk! Why Experiences Make the Best Holiday Gifts Money Tips for the Holiday Season
Today, we're discussing how to stay safe when spending time outdoors this summer. Learn more: Sun Safety for the Entire Family Sun Safety Six tips for Staying Hydrated This Summer Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
How many times a day do you hear "I'm Bored"? Today, we'll talk about some ways to help our children combat boredom...and we're not advocating that you be your child's one and only source of entertainment! Learn more: The Importance of Independent Play Encouraging Independent Play for Toddlers and Preschoolers We'd love to hear from you. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
Did you know that, on average, 25% of your vacation cost involves food? Today, we're discussing ways to save money on food while traveling. We would love to hear from you. Let us know how you are using these tips to simplify life. Email us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com For more information, visit Quick Guide to Eating Right While Traveling in the US
In this episode, we're looking at ways to save money by choosing a Staycation! We'd love to hear from you. Contact us lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com For more information: Staycations A Great Option This Summer 10 Ideas for Creating Staycation Memories Create a Staycation 9 Reasons a Staycation Just Might be the New Vacation
It's Mental Health Awareness Month. This week we're talking about making parts of our home more comfortable and air quality. Check the air quality in your zipcode here. Download the toolkit from Mental Health America for more information. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
Spending time in nature is linked to many positive mental health outcomes. Learn about green spaces, natural light, and blue spaces in this today's episode. Questions to Ask Yourself What can you do to find green or blue space? What can you do to get natural light? How can you connect to nature? For more information, visit Mental Health America. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
May is Mental Health Awareness Month so each episode will focus on a different topic related to mental health. Today, Tiffany fills us in on the basics of mental health. Download the toolkit from Mental Health America for additional resources. Use a mental health screening tool here. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 988 the Mental Health and Suicide Hotline. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
Creating and keeping a healthy lifestyle involves more than eating nutritious foods and being physically active. In this episode, we discuss 10 healthy habits. Questions to Ask Yourself: What can you do to increase your water intake? How can you cut down on processed foods? What small habit can you put in place to start living a healthier lifestyle? Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
Do you wish you could be more productive? Do you find yourself putting unpleasant tasks off until the last minute? You're not alone. In this episode, we talk about how to avoid procrastinating so that we can be more productive. Questions to Ask Yourself: What does productivity mean to you? Why do you procrastinate? What tip will your use to avoid procrastination? For more information about procrastination, check out the Moneywise newsletter. Contact us lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
This week, we'll work on saying no by learning how to set boundaries. This has been a struggle for all of us. Questions to Ask Yourself: What is your personal definition of a boundary? What is a sign in your life that tells you that you need to set a boundary? Which barrier(s) to boundary setting do you struggle with the most? What is a boundary you want to set but haven't been able to yet? How will being aware of these steps help you overcome your barriers? For more information about setting healthy boundaries, visit National Alliance on Mental Illness. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com.
In this episode, we're starting the year off with a Financial Reset. We'll be identifying our spending leaks. Spending leaks are small, seemingly innocent purchases that add up over time. Ask yourself these questions: 1. What are your spending leaks? Be honest. 2. Is this how you want to be spending your money? 3. What small change can you make to adjust your spending leaks? For more information about spending leaks, check out the New Year, New Money edition of the MoneyWi$e newsletter. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
Meet the hosts of Life Simplified! Family & Consumer Sciences Agents from Caldwell, Christian, Hopkins, and Livingston counties explain who they are both professionally and personally. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com. Learn more about the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service by visiting our websites. Caldwell County Christian County Hopkins County Livingston County
Ever wondered what gives your favorite snacks those bright, bold colors? In this episode, we dive into the world of artificial food dyes--where they come from, why they're used, and what the research says about their impact on health. From candy to cereal, we'll explore what's behind the label and help you make more informed choices at the grocery story. More Information: University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension: Food Dyes--What Should We Know The Ohio State University: How Food Dye Can Affect Children Rutgers University: Will Banning Food Dyes Improve Our Health Follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com.
Looking to thrive? It might start with your pillow. This episode on sleep is a must-hear. Learn more: CDC: Sleep and Heart CDC: Sleep Columbia University Irving Medical Center Sleep Foundation: Physical Activity Sleep Foundation: Nutrition John Hopkins Medicine Follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com.
We're taking a moment to pause with purpose and learn more about taking time for you. We want to help you truly thrive and that begins with taking care of yourself. Learn more: Keys to Embracing Aging: Taking Time for You Follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode, we're rewriting the aging narrative! What's holding you back from thriving? Could it be your mindset at is relates to growing older? Learn More: 10 Common Misconceptions About Aging--National Institute on Aging Positive Attitude About Aging Could Boost Health--Harvard Aging Gracefully: The Power of Positive Thinking Follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com
We finish this series by revisiting the leadership questions from S3E21 The Simplified Leader with the Life Simplified Ladies. We always appreciate feedback, but it would be especially helpful as our host Ashley is finalizing details for her leadership project. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
In this episode, we sit down with Alyson Van Hooser, author of Level Up, to talk about an ownership mindset, the power of adaptability, and how making mistakes isn't necessarily a setback. Connect with Alyson at Van Hooser Leadership. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com.