Why homemaking felt frustrating—and what changed (with Lynsie Thoe)
Brain dump guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/braindump | When life shifted, Lynsie's homemaking systems crumbled—and so did her attitude. She shares what helped her reframe the work and embrace her home again with cheerful responsibility. If you've ever struggled with resentment over daily tasks, you need this reminder of what faithful homemaking really looks like.What do you do when your homemaking routines no longer work—and your attitude starts to spiral? In this candid conversation, Mystie Winckler interviews Convivial Circle member Lindsay about how her mindset changed when she stopped homeschooling and had to rediscover her role at home.Lindsay shares her honest struggle with resentment and discouragement as her housework increased and her old systems failed. She explains how Baby Step Bingo and the Learn to Love What Must Be Done course helped her renew her mind, shift her goals, and find joy in repetitive work by embracing her homemaking vocation.If you're a Christian homemaker feeling stuck, weary, or frustrated by the never-ending nature of housework, this conversation will encourage you to press on with grace, gratitude, and a renewed perspective.🔗 Learn more about Convivial Circle: https://simplyconvivial.com/circleMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm
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From Stress to Sabbath: A Biblical Path to Rest with Eryn Lynum
Does rest feel impossible in your busy life? Eryn Lynum joins me again for part two of our conversation about biblical rest—and how nature models it beautifully.In this episode of the Simply Convivial Podcast, we explore what God teaches us through perennials, adrenal failure, and the Israelites in the wilderness. Eryn shares how her chronic illness as a teen forced her to build rest into her life—and how Sabbath rhythms have borne fruit in her family, faith, and business ever since.You’ll learn:💜 What the Bible really says about rest💜 Why abiding and resting go hand-in-hand💜 How creation models faithful rhythms of work and dormancy💜 Simple ways to create daily and seasonal rest rhythms at homeFREE: The Family Sabbath Guide: https://erynlynum.com/familysabbath📖 Grab Erin’s books at ErynLynum.com🎁 Get my free Attitude Adjustment Guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/attitudeMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm
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Rest Isn’t Optional: Biblical Rhythms for Busy Moms with Eryn Lynum
Rest is not a reward for getting everything done—it's a rhythm God designed us to live by.In this episode of the Simply Convivial Podcast, I talk with author and naturalist Eryn Lynum, whose new book The Nature of Rest invites us to rethink what real, God-honoring rest looks like. Eryn shares a surprising lesson from hummingbirds—yes, hummingbirds!—and how their built-in rhythms of torpor illustrate God's wisdom for our own lives as busy moms.We talk about:💜 How to tell the difference between real rest and idleness💜 Practical Sabbath rhythms for your week💜 Simple daily pauses that restore the soul💜 And why starting from rest (like Adam!) changes everythingFREE: The Family Sabbath Guide: https://erynlynum.com/familysabbath📖 Grab Erin’s books at ErynLynum.com🎁 Get my free Attitude Adjustment Guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/attitudeMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm
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How a Brain Dump Helped Me Let Go of Perfectionism (with Layni Lee)
FREE Brain Dump Guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/braindump | When the pressure is high—kids are melting down, dinner’s half-cooked, and bedtime looms—it’s easy to feel like your brain is short-circuiting.In this episode of the Simplified Organization podcast, I talk with Lainey Lee, a ranching mom of four and Convivial Circle member, about how brain dumping helped her move past perfectionism and emotional overload—and discover what really matters in her homemaking and family life.We talk about:Why brain dumping isn’t a waste of timeHow writing things down helps you untangle your thoughtsLetting go of the idea that it has to “look right”Shifting from daily checkboxes to lifestyle transformationWhat to do with your scraps of paper full of notesIf you’ve ever resisted brain dumping or felt like it’s just busywork, this conversation will shift your mindset and give you permission to start messy.📥 Grab the FREE Brain Dump Guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/braindump🎙️ This podcast is hosted by Mystie Winckler, author of Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done and founder of Convivial Circle, where Christian homemakers get mindset coaching, accountability, and practical tools for cheerful productivity.#ChristianHomemaker #BrainDump #HomemakingTips #StayAtHomeMom #SimplifiedOrganization #MomMindset📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm
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Why Small Steps Matter More Than Big Plans (with Annie Rajala!)
Free Brain Dump Guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/braindump | Perfectionism promises peace—but only delivers paralysis. So what happens when we let go of perfection and trust God with the story He’s writing?In this episode of the Simplified Organization Podcast, I talk with Annie Rajala, a faithful mom of seven (four at home and three in glory), about how God has used hard seasons—grief, sickness, NICU stays, moving, and more—to shape her heart and home. We discuss how letting go of perfection, taking just five minutes, and trusting the Lord’s timing can create momentum, peace, and gratitude in homemaking.Annie’s journey is a beautiful reminder: the little things—the five minutes, the small goals, the messy journals—are often where God grows our joy the most.💜 Want help taking five minutes to start?Download my free Brain Dump Guide here: https://simplyconvivial.com/braindumpMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm
Homemaking and homeschooling can feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. If you’re a Christian mom longing for a well-ordered home, a peaceful homeschool, and a joyful heart—without the stress or burnout—you’re in the right place. Moms can be productive and peaceful when grounded in Scriptural truth.
I’m Mystie Winckler, homeschooling mom of five, founder of Simply Convivial, and your guide to managing both home and heart with faith and focus. Here, we talk about biblical homemaking, sustainable homeschooling, and cheerful productivity—all through the lens of organizing your attitude and embracing your God-given calling.
In each episode, you’ll find practical homemaking systems, homeschooling strategies, and mindset shifts that will help you manage your home without perfectionism or frustration. We’ll tackle topics like:
✔️ Christian homemaking routines that actually work
✔️ Productivity, mom-style
✔️ Homeschooling with peace—even when life gets messy
✔️ Time management for moms (without rigid schedules)
✔️ Decluttering your home & your attitude
✔️ How to be diligent, not just busy
Motherhood is a marathon, not a sprint. You don’t need more willpower—you need a grace-filled, biblical approach to managing life at home. Let’s cultivate faithfulness, embrace joy, and build habits that make home a place of peace and purpose.
👉 Subscribe now and start organizing your home and heart—cheerfully.
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