Modern Homemaking I Mindset and Methods for Happier, Healthier Homes

About Modern Homemaking I Mindset and Methods for Happier, Healthier Homes

Welcome to Modern Homemaking, the podcast for those who care deeply about their homes, but sometimes feel overwhelmed by them. If you’re carrying the mental load, managing routines and clutter, navigating expectations, and trying to create calm in the middle of real life, this show is for you. I’m Christy, from The Common Nest, and for over twenty years I’ve been researching, practicing, and supporting others to create happier, healthier homes through a holistic approach. Homemaking is more than cleaning or decorating. It’s about mindset, emotional wellbeing, routines, boundaries, and the invisible systems shaping your daily life. Each week, we explore the mindset, motivation, and practical methods that help you overcome overwhelm and create a home you truly love. From decluttering and routines to seasonal living, decorating. Here we are redefining modern homemaking and looking at the whole picture, because the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. If you’re ready for home without hustle, calm, clarity, and a space that supports you as much as you support everyone else, you’re in the right place. Your path to a happier, healthier home begins here. Welcome home!

Publisher

Christy from The Common Nest

Category

education · kids & family · leisure

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Jan 2024

Latest episode

12 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

117 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Jun 2026

   116 - Summer Slowdown: How to Unplug, Rest, and Recharge as a Homemaker

   Last week my oven broke. And while I was troubleshooting the problem, I had a moment in my kitchen that I haven't stopped thinking about since, because the fix was so simple, and the reminder was so needed. Sometimes the best thing we can do isn't add more, try harder, or find a better system. Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is simply unplug. In this episode, I'm sharing that little oven story and what it reminded me about how we're living, especially as we head into summer after a long, full, demanding season of life. This episode is for you if you: Are heading into summer feeling tired, maxed out, or completely done Keep pushing through exhaustion instead of actually resting Feel guilty slowing down even when your body and mind are begging you to Want permission to let this summer look and feel a little different Are ready to stop troubleshooting and just... breathe for a while We'll explore: The oven story that started it all, and the simple fix that changed my thinking Why we weren't designed to run continuously, and what happens when we do The subtle signs that you might be overdue for a reset What summer is quietly inviting us into if we're willing to receive it What unplugging actually looks like in real, everyday home life Why rest isn't a reward you earn, it's what you need How this connects to the Holistic Home Method Whether you're dreaming of a slower summer or just trying to survive the next few weeks, this episode is here to remind you that you don't have to keep running on empty. The most important thing you can do for your home right now might just be to stop, disconnect, and let yourself reset. Because just like my oven, you tend to work a whole lot better after a real reset. Let's give ourselves permission to unplug this summer. You deserve it. And honestly? Your home will thank you for it. Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Home Starts Within Guide - Free Resource https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/within (https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/within) Mindset & Motivation Guide https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/buymmguide (https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/buymmguide) Let’s Connect! If you loved this episode, I’d love to hear from you! Screenshot this episode, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @thecommonnest (https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest). Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps us reach more people who need support in creating a home that feels good. 💛 Work with Christy: Please reach out if you’d like to explore how we can work together to create a happier, healthier home with a holistic approach. Don't know where to start? Take the Holistic Home QUIZ https://www.thecommonnest.com/quiz (https://www.thecommonnest.com/quiz) Book a FREE Discovery Call: (https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30min)https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30min (https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30min) Find out more about The Holistic Home Method: (http://www.thecommonnest.com/course)https://www.thecommonnest.com/holistichome (https://www.thecommonnest.com/holistichome) Looking for personalized support? Check out: Love Your Home: https://www.thecommonnest.com/loveyourhome (https://www.thecommonnest.com/loveyourhome) Want to grow in a community? Join the Holistic Home Membership: (http://www.thecommonnest.com/membership)https://www.thecommonnest.com/membership (https://www.thecommonnest.com/membership) You can find more from The Common Nest here: Website: https://www.thecommonnest.com/ (https://www.thecommonnest.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest/ (https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecommonnest/ (https://www.facebook.com/thecommonnest/)

2. 

   5 Jun 2026

   115 - How to Build Home Routines That Actually Stick: Routine Trains & Anchor Times

   Summer is just around the corner and schedules are shifting, so if your routines are falling off the rails, you are not alone and you are not the problem. In this episode, we're talking about one of the most common struggles in homemaking: building routines that actually hold up in real life, especially when seasons and schedules shift. I'm sharing a concept from the Plans & Routines Foundation of the Holistic Home Method called Routine Trains and Anchor Times, two simple concepts that take the pressure off your memory and work with the natural rhythm of your day instead of against it. This episode is for you if you've ever: Built the perfect routine on paper and forgotten it by Tuesday Felt like your routines fall apart the moment life gets busy or seasons change Wondered if you just lack the discipline or motivation to be consistent Found yourself carrying too many open loops and feeling constantly behind We'll explore: Why most routines fail, and why it has nothing to do with willpower What Routine Trains are and how connecting your habits changes everything How to make your routines flexible enough to survive real life and seasonal shifts What Anchor Times are and how the transitions already in your day can do the work for you How to rethink your routines as summer approaches so you're working with the season, not fighting it Whether you're heading into summer with a blank slate or trying to salvage a routine that's already started to unravel, this episode will give you a fresh, practical way to think about building rhythms that actually support your home and your life. Let's simplify the way we build routines, reduce the mental load, and create a little more flow, one train car at a time. Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: The Holistic Home Plans & Routines SNAPSHOT - Free Resource https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/ (https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/quickstart)snapshot The Holistic Home Plans & Routines GUIDE https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/buyprguide (https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/buyprguide) The Holistic Home Plans & Routines BUNDLE https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/buyprbundle (https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/buyprbundle) Let’s Connect! If you loved this episode, I’d love to hear from you! Screenshot this episode, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @thecommonnest (https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest). Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps us reach more people who need support in creating a home that feels good. 💛 Work with Christy: Please reach out if you’d like to explore how we can work together to create a happier, healthier home with a holistic approach. Don't know where to start? Take the Holistic Home QUIZ https://www.thecommonnest.com/quiz (https://www.thecommonnest.com/quiz) Book a FREE Discovery Call: (https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30min)https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30min (https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30min) Find out more about The Holistic Home Method: (http://www.thecommonnest.com/course)https://www.thecommonnest.com/holistichome (https://www.thecommonnest.com/holistichome) Looking for personalized support? Check out: Love Your Home: https://www.thecommonnest.com/loveyourhome (https://www.thecommonnest.com/loveyourhome) Want to grow in a community? Join the Holistic Home Membership: (http://www.thecommonnest.com/membership)https://www.thecommonnest.com/membership (https://www.thecommonnest.com/membership) You can find more from The Common Nest here: Website: https://www.thecommonnest.com/ (https://www.thecommonnest.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest/ (https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest/)

3. 

   29 May 2026

   114 - The Hidden Clutter Nobody Talks About: Time Clutter and the Overscheduled Life

   We talk a lot about clutter in the homemaking world, the piles on the counter, the overflowing closets, the junk drawer that haunts us. But what about the clutter that doesn't show up in your home at all? What about the clutter hiding in your calendar? In this episode, we're diving into one of the most overlooked forms of clutter I teach inside the Holistic Home Method - time clutter. And I'm sharing a very personal story about a decision our family made a few years ago that gave us back something we didn't even realize we'd lost: margin, presence, and the kind of ordinary days that actually feel like home. This episode is for you if you've ever: Said yes to something and immediately felt heavier for it Watched your family move through life at a pace that left everyone depleted Wondered why your home still feels chaotic even when the physical clutter is under control Felt the pull of FOMO when you tried to simplify your schedule Sensed that something needs to go, but felt guilty even considering it We'll explore: The three H's of clutter inside the Holistic Home Method (Head, Heart, and Home) and where time clutter fits in Why time clutter is so hard to recognize, and what makes it different from other kinds of clutter The story of how our family let go of spring sports, and what happened when we did How overscheduling shows up in your mind, your emotions, and your home all at once A simple four-step process for releasing time clutter with intention and without guilt Why the margin you create might be the most important thing you give your family this season Whether you're running on empty from a schedule that never seems to slow down, or you're in a quieter season and wondering if you're doing enough, this episode is here to remind you that a full calendar is not the same thing as a full life. You are allowed to let something go. You are allowed to protect the white space. And sometimes the most powerful thing you can do for your home is simply to stop filling it with more. Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Home Starts Within Guide - Free Resource https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/within (https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/within) Join the Clutter Clearing Challenge: A 3-part workshop to help you clear clutter mentally, emotionally, and physically https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/clutterclearing (https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/clutterclearing) Let’s Connect! If you loved this episode, I’d love to hear from you! Screenshot this episode, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @thecommonnest (https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest). Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps us reach more people who need support in creating a home that feels good. 💛 Work with Christy: Please reach out if you’d like to explore how we can work together to create a happier, healthier home with a holistic approach. Don't know where to start? Take the Holistic Home QUIZ https://www.thecommonnest.com/quiz (https://www.thecommonnest.com/quiz) Book a FREE Discovery Call: (https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30min)https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30min (https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30min) Find out more about The Holistic Home Method: (http://www.thecommonnest.com/course)https://www.thecommonnest.com/holistichome (https://www.thecommonnest.com/holistichome) Looking for personalized support? Check out: Love Your Home: https://www.thecommonnest.com/loveyourhome (https://www.thecommonnest.com/loveyourhome) Want to grow in a community? Join the Holistic Home Membership: (http://www.thecommonnest.com/membership)https://www.thecommonnest.com/membership (https://www.thecommonnest.com/membership) You can find more from The Common Nest here: Website: https://www.thecommonnest.com/ (https://www.thecommonnest.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest/ (https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecommonnest/ (https://www.facebook.com/thecommonnest/)

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