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Simple Shelving Solution

April 13, 2019 eric
Simple Shelving Solution
Sometimes it is the little things that help with living in a small space. Our Tiffin Allegro is 33 feet long with no slide outs. It means we have very little space inside, a tiny kitchen, and limited storage space....
Camping, Renovationsfrugal, full time rv, rv, rv full time, rv livingLeave a comment

Upcoming Projects

January 20, 2019January 19, 2019 eric
Upcoming Projects
As always happen, things change, schedules get adjusted, expenses come up and plans are altered. I had a medical scare a week ago with a complication from my medications causing some heart issues. I appear to be fine now, but...
Renovationscomputer, electrical, ethernet, frugal, full time rv, maintenance, projects, rv, rv full time, rv living, smart home, technologyLeave a comment

A Plan for Going Off Grid

January 8, 2019 eric
A Plan for Going Off Grid
We have a rather large roof on our 1988 Tiffin Allegro. The RV is 33 feet long with a solid aluminum roof, much of it free of anything. If we want to put solar panels on it, I'm sure there...
Buying, Off the Grid, Renovations, Smart Home on Wheels, TechnologyAC, batteries, cell booster, converter, crock pot, DC, electrical, frugal, inverter, off grid, off the grid, power, solar power, technologyLeave a comment

Henry Stop Leak Silicone Tropicool Sealant Review

January 4, 2019 eric
Henry Stop Leak Silicone Tropicool Sealant Review
I received some products from Henry Company for review. While I have a lot to work with, I started with the smallest project first and will be doing more in the coming weeks. To start with, we used the Henry...
Product Reviews, Renovations, Repairshenry, sealant, stop leak, technology, tropicool, window leaks1 Comment

2018 Year in Review

December 31, 2018 eric
2018 Year in Review
It has been a long, somewhat difficult year, but fortunately, things have ended on a high note finally. We started in Kentucky ended in Florida, and seem to hopefully be getting things under control and in check. Our year started...
Camping, Renovations, Repairs, Travels2018, issues, maintenance, problems, Red Bay, rv repairs, shit gone wrong2 Comments

Henry Sealant Products Review Coming Soon

December 30, 2018 eric
Henry Sealant Products Review Coming Soon
A few weeks ago, we had a visit from a Henry Company rep who dropped off some sealant products for our RV. I'll have to get his actual title again, but he services the central Florida area and was near...
Renovations, Repairsair conditioning, cooling, fantasic vent, henry, roof vent, rv vent, sealant, tropi-cool, tropicool, waterproofing, work to doLeave a comment

Projects in the Pipeline

December 23, 2018December 23, 2018 eric
Projects in the Pipeline
    We've got some things to work on and finally seem to be in a place to make those things happen. Some we have the products for already and just need to install it, others we have to get...
Renovations, Repairs, Uncategorizedlife on the road, renovations, rv, rv life, smart home on wheels, technology, upgradesLeave a comment

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

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Master Wellness Habits That Stick Through Stress and Busy Days

Master Wellness Habits That Stick Through Stress and Busy Days

Busy adults juggling work, family, and a packed calendar often want healthy lifestyle habits, yet wellness goal challenges keep pulling them into a start-stop loop. The real culprits usually aren’t laziness or lack of motivation; they’re stress management gaps, unrealistic expectations, and all-or-nothing thinking that turns one missed day into a full reset. Self-care consistency gets easier when it’s treated as a learnable skill, something that can fit real life, rather than a personality trait reserved for “disciplined” people. With the right mindset and support, steady progress becomes the default. Borrow Career Goal Skills to Stay Steady on Self-Care Staying true to your career goals often comes down to showing up consistently, even when your motivation dips, because you’ve decided the long game matters. You make a plan that fits your real life, you follow it, and you adjust without abandoning the goal entirely. Sometimes staying committed also means changing direction: if you’re shifting careers, going back to school for an online degree can make it possible to learn while you work. If that’s on your mind, flexible online MBA coursework can help you build knowledge in business, strategy, and management, while also developing leadership, self-awareness, and self-assessment. Build a Wellness Plan You Can Actually Keep This process helps you pick self-care activities you will realistically do, then turn them into a small, repeatable plan that holds up even when life gets hectic. It matters because consistency is less about willpower and more about making the next healthy choice easier to follow through on. Choose activities you genuinely enjoy Start by listing 5 to 10 wellness options you do not dread, like walking, stretching, journaling, calling a friend, or cooking one simple meal. Then circle the ones that fit your current energy, budget, and schedule, because the “best” habit is the one you will repeat. Pick one or two objectives that match your season Turn your wish into a clear target by using the idea that a goal is an aspirational statement about what you want to achieve, such as “feel calmer in the evenings” or “move my body most days.” Choose just one or two for now so you can build momentum without feeling pulled in ten directions. Schedule self-care like a real appointment Put your chosen activities on your calendar with a specific day and time, even if it is only 10 to 20 minutes. If you can, tie it to something you already do, like a walk right after work or five minutes of stretching after brushing your teeth. Set a minimum you can do on busy weeks Decide the smallest version of each habit that still counts, such as “walk for 5 minutes” or “write three sentences.” Minimums protect your streak and your identity as someone who shows up, even when the perfect plan is not possible. Review weekly and adjust without quitting Once a week, check what you actually did and what got in the way, then make one small tweak like moving a time slot or swapping an activity. Keep what worked, drop what did not, and treat the plan like a living draft. Use CBD and Essential Oils Safely for Everyday Calm Once your plan is realistic, it helps to have small tools that make the daily follow-through feel calmer. CBD and essential oils can support self-care by promoting relaxation and easing tension; common uses include adding oils to a diffuser or applying diluted blends to skin, and using CBD oils, gummies, or topicals. Start low and go slow, patch-test oils, never ingest essential oils, and check labels, interactions, and local rules, especially if pregnant or on meds. Next, we’ll cover how to track progress and reset after slips. Wellness Consistency Questions, Answered Q: What’s the simplest way to track progress without obsessing? A: Pick 3 to 5 signals and keep them steady for a month. A quick daily checkmark works, especially when you track the basics like sleep, hydration, movement, stress, and recovery. Review once a week and look for patterns, not perfection. Q: How do I self-assess without judging myself? A: Treat it like information, not a grade. The point of self-assessment is noticing strengths and limitations so you can adjust your plan with kindness. Try one prompt: “What made this easier, and what got in the way?” Q: How can I stay accountable if I don’t have much support? A: Make accountability small and specific: a weekly text to one person, a shared habit tracker, or a standing calendar reminder to report “done or not done.” If you do have someone you trust, a wellness partner can help you follow through without taking over. Q: When I miss a week, how do I restart without relying on willpower? A: Use a “minimum restart” for three days: choose one tiny habit you can’t fail, like a 5-minute walk or filling a water bottle. Tie it to an existing routine, like after brushing your teeth, so the cue carries you. Once you have three wins, add the next small step. Q: Should I track mood and motivation too, or just behaviors? A: Track both, but lightly. Rate energy or mood 1 to 5 once a day, then note one behavior you did anyway. Over time, you’ll see you can act even when motivation is low. Build Consistency by Choosing One Self-Care Habit This Week Consistency can feel hardest when motivation dips, life gets messy, and one missed week turns into “why bother?” The steadier path is the mindset of small commitments, honest check-ins, and embracing challenges as part of sustaining healthy routines, not a sign you’re failing. Over time, that approach builds positive habits, strengthens self-care motivation, and supports long-term wellness maintenance even through imperfect seasons. Consistency is choosing the next small step, especially after a setback.

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