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Eric is a dedicated technophile and strives to make things in Sleipnir as innovative, simple to use, and convenient as possible. He has worked a variety of jobs, from construction and manufacturing to working as a civilian in a law enforcement agency. He is an avid tabletop gamer and builds websites in his spare time.

A Brief Exploration of Power Demands

December 12, 2018December 11, 2018 eric
A Brief Exploration of Power Demands
To start with this, I'm going to delve into our power requirements of one simple subset of the whole system: Computers and internet access. I have not used anything to determine how much power everything uses yet, so I am...
Off the Grid, Renovations, Smart Home on Wheels, TechnologyAmps, DC, DC power, electricity, living off the land, off grid, off the grid, power supply, raspberry pi, Volts, Watts1 Comment

Off Grid Power Requirements

December 11, 2018December 11, 2018 eric
Off Grid Power Requirements
I want to figure out exactly how much power we use a month in our RV and then figure out how to reduce that amount and prepare for living off grid on a solar and wind system. That means breaking...
Off the Grid, Renovations, TechnologyAC, climate, DC, electrical, electronics, insulation, off grid, power, propane, solar, temperatureLeave a comment

Converting the RV to Off Grid Life

December 8, 2018 eric
Converting the RV to Off Grid Life
Since we live in our RV and want to establish ourselves on our own land somewhere, it makes sense to take the RV with us and live in it while we build our structure. At the moment, we cannot really...
Camping, Off the Grid, Renovations, Smart Home on Wheels, TechnologyAC, batteries, battery, computer, converter, DC, frugal, full time rv, internet, inverter, off the grid, power, smart home on wheels, solar power, technologyLeave a comment

Getting Fresh Water Off Grid

December 1, 2018December 2, 2018 eric
Getting Fresh Water Off Grid
To live off grid in a house we build ourselves, there are many things we need. We have some items that can be used and adapted, but there are still a lot of things we need to get and prepare...
Off the Grid, Renovations, Technologybatteries, composting toilet, dealing with waste, ethernet, fresh water, gray water, independent living, off grid, off the grid, rustic living, smart home, solar power, technologyLeave a comment

Off the Grid?

November 30, 2018 eric
Off the Grid?
We've been full time in our RV since August 2017. In that time, we've had many things go wrong. We tried to travel, headed south, headed north a little, headed back south and ended up at a workamping job in...
Off the Grid, Renovationsbuilding a cabin, growing your own food, homestead, homesteading, living independent, living off the land, off the grid, pole barn, self sufficient, solar panels, solar power, wisconsinLeave a comment

Raspberry Pi Server Box

November 26, 2018January 20, 2019 eric
Raspberry Pi Server Box
I'll admit it, I love working with the Raspberry Pi. It's small, cheap, simple to work with, and I can do plenty of different tasks with them. They were designed for educational uses, but with the hobby makers taking over,...
Smart Home on Wheels, Technologycomputer, media, media server, Plex, raspberry pi, rv, server, smart home, smart home on wheels, technology2 Comments

Winegard Rayzar Automatic Installation and Review

November 14, 2018 eric
Winegard Rayzar Automatic Installation and Review
I received a Winegard Rayzar Automatic RV TV Antenna from Winegard for installation and review in our Smart Home on Wheels. The installation was easy, setting it up to work on our TVs was simple, and so far it is...
Product Reviews, Technologyantenna, over the air, rayzar, rayzar automatic, rv, tv, winegard2 Comments

New video!

October 25, 2018 eric
New video!
Yeah, we found the horses. This time they actually came to the fence and ate carrots. Well, one of them did. We heard his name was Whiskey. That may or may not be true. https://youtu.be/fTtDrsdFQGA
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Taking a month off

October 19, 2018 eric
Taking a month off
It seems lately, I've been budgeting for a project each month. Some large expense to buy, work on, get all set up. For November, the large expense is going to be getting a chest freezer so we can better store...
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Getting food to us easily and affordably

October 14, 2018 eric
Getting food to us easily and affordably
We live in our RV at a campground where I work in exchange for free lot rent and a discount on electric. We do not yet have a tow vehicle, so we get as much as possible delivered here as...
Cookingbudgeting, delivery, food, fresh food, frozen food, meat, produce, RVing on a budgetLeave a comment

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Simple Steps to Boost Your Wellness and Build Lasting Healthy Habits

Simple Steps to Boost Your Wellness and Build Lasting Healthy Habits

Busy parents juggling work, family, and a to-do list that never ends often want better health but feel stuck in the same loop: low energy, inconsistent routines, and stress that spills into sleep, food choices, and mood. The core tension is real, wellness challenges pile up fastest when life is already full, and big makeovers can feel impossible to start, let alone sustain. A beginner wellness journey doesn’t need perfection or a blank calendar; it needs steady self-improvement strategies that support stress management and fit into regular days. With the right approach, small shifts can rebuild confidence and strengthen mental and physical health. Quick Wellness Takeaways Start with one small daily habit to boost wellness without feeling overwhelmed. Use simple stress-reduction techniques to calm your mind and support your body. Choose healthy eating basics that make meals easier and support steady energy. Build an easy fitness routine starter you can repeat and grow over time. Upgrade your sleep with practical changes that help you rest and recover better. Daily and Weekly Wellness Habits That Stick Lasting wellness rarely comes from one big overhaul. These repeatable habits act like anchors, so you can build confidence through consistency and keep momentum even on busy days. Two-Minute Mindful Reset What it is: Do a quiet pause to improve sleep quality by breathing for two minutes. How often: Daily Why it helps: It lowers stress reactivity and makes better choices feel easier. Phone-Free First 10 What it is: Start your day without scrolling for the first ten minutes. How often: Daily Why it helps: It protects attention and sets a calmer pace. Protein-Plus Plate What it is: Add one protein and one colorful plant to each main meal. How often: Most days Why it helps: It supports steadier energy and fewer snack crashes. Walk-and-Check-In Loop What it is: Take a brisk walk while noticing posture, breath, and mood. How often: 3 times weekly Why it helps: It boosts mood and builds an exercise rhythm. Same-Time Sleep Window What it is: Pick a consistent bedtime and wake time within one hour. How often: Daily Why it helps: It strengthens sleep cues and improves next-day focus. Turn a Passion into Purpose: First Steps to a Tiny Business Once your daily habits feel steadier, adding a sense of purpose can make the healthy changes easier to stick with. Starting a tiny business around something you love can give your energy a home: begin by naming the craft or interest you’d happily make time for, then shape it into a simple offer you can explain in one sentence. Decide who it’s for, set gentle work-life boundaries so it doesn’t swallow your downtime, and map the first small actions that move it forward. When you’re ready to handle the setup details without losing focus, ZenBusiness can help you form an LLC, design a logo, create a website, or handle finances. Build a 10-Minute Wellness Routine That Sticks This roadmap helps you turn “I should be healthier” into a few small actions you can repeat even on packed days. It matters because consistency beats intensity for most people, especially when life gets messy. Pick one tiny daily anchor Start with a 10-minute slot you can protect most days, like after coffee or before your first meeting. Choose one focus for the week, not three, so you build reliability first. Habit research including 567 estimates shows why repetition matters, so treat your anchor as practice, not a performance. Start a beginner fitness “minimum” plan Choose the easiest movement you will actually do: a brisk walk, a short strength circuit, or a beginner video. Set a minimum dose you can complete on low-energy days, like 5 minutes, and an optional bonus if you feel good. This keeps momentum going while your body and schedule adapt. Add a simple meditation you can finish Try one minute of slow breathing, then build to three to five minutes when it feels natural. Use a plain cue like “inhale for 4, exhale for 6” and keep your goal focused on showing up, not emptying your mind. If you get distracted, you are doing it right, just return to the breath. Make one nutrition upgrade you barely notice Pick a single swap for the week: add a protein at breakfast, include a fruit or vegetable at lunch, or replace one sugary drink with water. Pair the change with an existing routine, like “when I make lunch, I add one colorful thing.” Small upgrades compound without triggering the all-or-nothing trap. Real-Life Wellness Questions, Answered Q: What are effective daily practices to reduce stress and improve overall well-being? A: Start with one calming ritual you can finish, like 60 seconds of slower breathing before you check your phone. Many people find daily walks outside help settle stress while also lifting mood, especially when you keep it short and consistent. If your stress spikes, do a quick reset: drink water, step outside, and name one thing you can control today. Q: How can I stay motivated when trying to develop new healthy habits or hobbies? A: Make motivation optional by shrinking the task until it feels almost too easy, then let momentum build. Track “showed up” wins, not perfect outcomes, and tie the habit to an identity like “I’m someone who practices for five minutes.” When you miss a day, treat it as information, not failure, and restart at the minimum. Q: What strategies can help me create a balanced routine that includes fitness, nutrition, and rest? A: Use a simple template: one movement block, one food upgrade, and one bedtime cue, all small. Protect rest by setting a realistic lights-out window and a wind-down rule like “screens off 20 minutes before bed.” When your schedule explodes, keep only the minimum version of each pillar. Q: How do I set personal boundaries to protect my mental and emotional health? A: Choose one boundary that reduces daily friction, such as a no-meetings lunch or a stop-time for work messages. Say it plainly: “I’m not available after 7, but I can respond tomorrow morning.” If you feel guilty, remind yourself that boundaries are how you keep showing up with patience and energy. Sustaining Simple Wellness Habits One Day at a Time Life stays busy, motivation comes and goes, and stress can knock even the best intentions sideways. What keeps this steady isn’t willpower, it’s a mindset for continued wellness: treating change as a reflective wellness practice, adjusting without shame, and returning to the basics again and again for long-term habit sustainability. When that becomes your normal, self-improvement motivation feels less like a push and more like a personal growth journey you can actually live inside. Consistency beats perfection, especially on hard days. Choose one small habit for the next 24 hours and do it at the easiest level that still counts. That simple choice builds resilience, stability, and health that hold up in real life.

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