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In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart revisits the 'Decide Once' concept by discussing various implementations of the concept shared by her audience. She explores ideas like setting a day for changing bedsheets, programming a coffee maker, always having camping gear packed, creating a weekly meal plan, setting daily laundry tasks, and allotting a fixed time for dinner preparation, among others. Jessica uses these examples to illustrate the effectiveness and practicality of the 'Decide Once' approach in managing daily life tasks more joyfully and efficiently. Jessica ends her podcast by inviting her audience to try these decide-once strategies and share more of their own. Get access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart presents her practical system for organizing a growing collection of recipes that eliminates the chaos of cluttered cookbooks and endless digital scrolling. Jessica uses a low-tech and straightforward approach, consisting of a simple 1.5-inch binder. Untested recipes are stored separately, and once tried, they get recycled or permanently added to the binder based on family reviews. Jessica uses this organized binder every weekend for meal planning and occasionally introduces new recipes for variety. She ends the episode with an additional tip on saving recipes from social media using the Reminders app and invites listeners to share their favorite recipes. Instant Pot Spaghetti - The Salty MarshmallowReminders App Tip on Instagram - YumglutenfreeReminders App Highlight on Instagram - Jessica Eastman StewartGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, host Jessica Eastman Stewart shares a tip about maximizing flight time that she learned from her friend, Carrie. The tip is to download free samples of books from the Kindle store before a flight, then read the first few chapters of several books during the trip. This allows a person to gain new insights, explore fresh perspectives, and make informed decisions on which books are worth buying and continuing to read. Additionally, Jessica provided some of her personal book recommendations, which can be found in the show notes for this episode. She encourages listeners to try this method during their next flight and share their feedback. Jessica's Favorite BooksGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the "Joyfully Managed Life" podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart revisits the concept of "deciding once" to help listeners streamline and manage their lives. The podcast explores various examples of this concept, including deciding weekly meal themes like "Mac and Cheese Mondays," bathing children on set days, subscribing to regularly bought items to avoid the hassle of repurchasing, and setting fixed dates for household chores. Jessica also stresses the usefulness of having a go-to dish for social gatherings, using socks of the same style to avoid pairing-related confusion, maintaining a list of movies for family movie nights, and setting other rules related to travel, food, and expenses. She suggests that deciding once and consistently following the same process can be a game-changer, significantly simplifying daily home management tasks. Get access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart introduces an effective technique she's used to reduce her mobile phone usage -- switching to grayscale mode. Grayscale mode makes a phone less appealing and minimizes the urge to scroll through social media or binge-watch series. Jessica explains how to set it up on iPhones and on Android devices using the built-in settings or automation routines. An additional strategy is the use of the Minimalist app that turns the screen to grayscale and includes a timer that limits usage of addictive apps. This episode encourages listeners to break free from unnecessary phone usage through these innovative ideas, promoting a more joyfully managed life. How to automatically grayscale your iPhone at sunset How to Enable Grayscale Mode on Your Android PhoneGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, host Jessica Eastman Stewart discusses the importance of systems and routines in achieving goals. She references a powerful quote from James Clear's book, Atomic Habits, that emphasizes how both successful and unsuccessful people often have similar goals, but the actions taken to reach those goals are the key differentiators. Jessica expresses her advocacy for setting goals but also highlights the importance of practical steps and daily actions—systems and routines—that make these goals achievable. She also shares her expertise in leading workshops for teams, focusing on the formation and importance of habits. With these discussions, she hopes to create a robust community of goal achievers backed by strong systems and daily routines. 11 Things to Know About Setting Goals at Work — Joyfully Managed LifeTeam Workshops & Speaking — Joyfully Managed LifeAtomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, James ClearGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

This Joyfully Managed Life podcast episode, presented by Jessica Eastman Stewart, emphasizes the significance of regular healthcare maintenance and check-ups. Jessica highlights the importance of regular health tests to potentially identify and address major health problems at an early stage, enhancing the chances of successful treatment and recovery. Citing inspiring real-life examples, she underscores the life-saving factor of these routine medical visits. Not only does she advocate for the individual's responsibility towards their health, but she also draws attention to encouraging the practice among loved ones. 'Big Bang Theory' Star Kate Micucci Reveals Lung Cancer DiagnosisGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart shares her personal skincare journey and how she came across her go-to skincare system, Proven. Striving for balance in her skincare routine, Jessica opted for this personalized and simplified 3-step regimen, designed based on skin analysis. The product won not only her approval but also transformed the skincare habits of her initially skeptical husband. As a gift to her listeners, Jessica provides a discount code (JESSICASTEWART) for the Proven skincare system, encouraging others to share their experiences. This episode is a reminder that simplifying skincare does not mean compromising its quality, and even the smallest discovery can lead to significant improvement. Proven Get access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, host Jessica Eastman Stewart discusses the idea of creating a personal reading retreat. Jessica encourages listeners to imagine their perfect reading spot, complete with snacks, drinks, and a well-stocked bookshelf or e-reader. She references a detailed article–linked in the podcast's show notes–which offers practical advice for planning such a retreat, including meal preparation and reading list compilation. Drawing upon a positive personal experience, Jessica encourages listeners to share their ideal reading retreat visions and suggests reaching out to friends to co-create their reading vacation. How To Take A Reading Vacation | Book RiotGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

On this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life Podcast, host Jessica Eastman Stewart discusses the importance of limiting unnecessary distractions and advocates for turning off your push notifications. She talks about how even a minor distraction can sometimes lead us down a rabbit hole of countless unproductive activities that can take 23 minutes or longer to recover from and get back to our task. Jessica offers instructions on how to turn off the unnecessary pop-up notifications so you can focus on the important tasks. Get access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, host Jessica Eastman Stewart takes listeners on a journey through some of her previous guest appearances on various other podcasts. She revisits insightful conversations where she shared strategies to improve management skills and create a positive work environment, how to manage the challenges of travelling with children, and how to enjoy the holiday season without feeling overwhelmed. Podcast Appearances Spotify PlaylistPodcast Appearances — Joyfully Managed Life | Jessica Eastman StewartMads Singers Management Podcast | MSMP 142: Jessica Eastman Stewart on Systems that Support Management to Manage Teams EffectivelyThe Joyful Art of Traveling with Kids: Tips and TricksBest of Both Worlds PodcastThe Mothers’ Empowerment Podcast - Home Systems to Create More Ease and Joy with Jessica Eastman Stewart | Free Listening on Podbean AppCreating Joy in Your Daily Lif - Share a Latte - Apple PodcastsGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, host Jessica Eastman Stewart introduces the concept of a "Donate Box" as a simple and effective life hack for decluttering. Jessica discusses how individuals typically put off donating items, leading to clutter at home. She suggests using a 'Donate Box', a dedicated spot in the house where items intended for donation are gathered until it's time to take them to a charity. Jessica also shares a useful tip for U.S. listeners, who can schedule pickups for their donations with the Vietnam Veterans of America. Vietnam Veterans of America - Pickup LocationsGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart shares her simple yet effective methods for aiding friends and former colleagues in their job search. Recognizing that remembering and organizing job leads can be a challenge, Jessica reveals how she used to keep a purple Post-it note on her desk, jotting down names of people seeking new opportunities. If a relevant job opportunity crossed her path, she would reference her note and share it. Although now she uses a personal CRM system, the Post-it approach served her well for years. In essence, Jessica illustrates the power of a small gesture in aiding others' career progression. Folk CRMGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart explores the concept of living life on repeat. She invites listeners to envision their daily lives endlessly repeating and to consider their emotional reactions to this scenario. This thought experiment aims to encourage introspection, self-awareness, and to highlight the possibility of personal growth. Jessica asks listeners to identify aspects of their lives they'd want to change if they were to repeat, suggesting that this process could identify areas of potential growth and self-improvement. The episode emphasizes the importance of allowing oneself the freedom to dream and practice introspection as a pathway to personal transformation. Get access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart discusses the challenging task of managing different life stages and the unrealistic expectation to do it all perfectly. She emphasizes the idea that life is a cycle of varied chapters, each with its different rhythms and needs. Jessica encourages listeners not to force their life to conform to a certain image, but to live honestly in their current chapter, acknowledging that their situation will change over time. She drives home the point that it's unrealistic to expect to do everything perfectly and stresses the importance of focusing on what truly matters in each life stage, while gently letting go of the rest. InstagramGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, host Jessica Eastman Stewart shares an influential tip on effective boundary setting and communication, which she discovered whilst reading book reviews. She highlights the importance of asserting one's limits in a way that doesn't shut down potential opportunities. Rather than stating what one can't or won't do, Jessica emphasizes the power of saying what one will do - thereby reshaping interactions and managing personal time more effectively. This approach increases approachability and openness while maintaining personal boundaries in a positive manner. Uptime : A Practical Guide to Personal Productivity and WellbeingGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

This episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast focuses on harnessing "main character energy," a concept Jessica explains as understanding our motivations, passions, and the impact we want to have. Through asking the question "What would you spend your time doing today if a documentary crew was following you around?" Jessica encourages listeners step into their most authentic selves and ensure their actions align with the intentional future they want. Jessica's central idea is to turn everyday choices into moments that contribute to the life-narrative each person wishes to create for themselves; essentially producing their own life's movie one day at a time. 60-Second TimerBest Practices for Implementing Asana in Your Team — Joyfully Managed LifeGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart shares a useful household tip for managing stubborn, clogged super glue tubes. She introduces the concept of single-use mini super glue tubes, a solution she discovered through her friends and family. These mini tubes are designed for one-time use and are the perfect quantity for small repair jobs, eliminating the frustration of unclogging hardened super glue from larger tubes. She recommends these small tubes as an effective way to deal with minor fixes at home while also contributing to a more joyfully managed life. This tip, like all others shared by Jessica, is aimed at enhancing her listener's daily routines with the little things that can make a significant difference. Super Glue 15175 Mini Single Use Tubes 5-Pack - AmazonGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart recounts her personal journey of transitioning from Oakland, CA to a new city, focusing on the challenges she encountered regarding battery recycling. Jessica highlights the complexity of disposal methods for single-use batteries in different cities and shares her solution - a dedicated home recycling box. Throughout the episode, Jessica emphasizes the importance of sustainability and personal responsibility in waste management in light of the close relationship between our lifestyle choices and their environmental implications. She ends the podcast urging her audience to adopt sustainable practices and invites them to share their unique solutions to similar issues. You Can (and Should) Recycle Batteries. Here’s How - WirecutterWeRecycle Battery Box MiniNational Battery Day: Did You Know It’s Dangerous to Throw Batteries Away? - San Jose RecyclesGet access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter

In this episode of the Joyfully Managed Life podcast, Jessica Eastman Stewart discusses a simple, yet effective strategy of setting an alarm 5-10 minutes prior to when a conversation needs to end. This approach assists with staying present during meetings or social gatherings, without the concern of losing track of time. She describes how being constantly aware of the time can be a hindrance to quality conversations or interactions, and suggests using technology as a tool to help manage this, allowing for a more engaged, undistracted and meaningful experience. Jessica highlights that this strategy relieves the stress of time-watching and promotes a more joyfully managed life. She encourages her audience to share their thoughts and experiences on this method or any other unique ways they handle time management. Get access to all of Jessica’s Free ResourcesSign up to get Jessica's Friday Five Newsletter