The Work+Life Harmony Newsletter

Here's something that might make you squirm a little: You don't have to put everyone else's needs before your own to be a good person. I know, I know... that goes against everything we've been taught as women. But what if I told you that constantly putting yourself last isn't noble or selfless? ...

by Megan Sumrell — Sep 07, 2025

Spending Time vs Investing Time

You know that feeling when you collapse into bed at 11 PM and think, "What the heck did I even DO today?" You were busy for 14 straight hours, but somehow feel like you accomplished absolutely nothing meaningful. You weren't lazy or unproductive. You were just spending time instead of investing i...

by Megan Sumrell — Aug 31, 2025

The 2-Minute Focus Fix

You know that feeling when you finally sit down to tackle something important, and suddenly everyone on the planet needs you right now? Yeah, me too. If you feel like you can't get through a single task without being interrupted, you're not imagining it. Women are interrupted more frequently tha...

by Megan Sumrell — Aug 24, 2025

Why Rest Isn't Enough

I used to think I had this whole self-care thing figured out. I was prioritizing rest, carving out downtime, getting those bubble baths in. But something was still missing. I felt flat, unfulfilled, even a little depressed despite doing "all the right things." Then I heard something on a podcast...

by Megan Sumrell — Aug 17, 2025

Sunday Secrets to Smoother Weeks

Sunday evening used to fill me with dread. I'd think about the week ahead and feel that familiar knot in my stomach, knowing Monday would hit like a freight train. But then I discovered something that changed everything: intentional Sunday prep. There are five simple tasks you can do on Sunday th...

Aug 10, 2025

Monday Morning Meeting Mistake

Picture this: You're scrolling through your calendar on Sunday night, and there it is: a Monday morning meeting staring back at you. Your stomach drops a little, doesn't it? That's not just you being dramatic. There's actual science behind why Monday morning meetings can sabotage your entire week...

by Megan Sumrell — Aug 03, 2025

The 3-Step System That Teaches Teens Time Management

It's Wednesday at 6:30 PM, and your teenager is asking you to drive to the store for supplies for a project that's due tomorrow. Sound familiar? You're frustrated because you're just hearing about this now, and your kid seems stressed and overwhelmed. Before you blame procrastination, consider t...

by Megan Sumrell — Jul 27, 2025

A Decluttering Plan That Actually Works

You walk into your living room and feel that familiar wave of overwhelm. There's stuff everywhere, and you know you need to declutter, but where do you even start? Maybe you've tried before, spending a random Saturday morning attacking one closet, only to abandon the project halfway through becau...

by Megan Sumrell — Jul 20, 2025

The Simple Tool That Lightens Your Mental Load

You know the feeling. You've been working on that project for months, picking up paint samples again because those colors still aren't quite right, or rewriting that email to your boss for the fourth time because the tone isn't perfect yet. Meanwhile, your home organization project remains half-f...

by Megan Sumrell — Jul 13, 2025

Stop Getting Stuck in the "Almost Done" Zone

by Megan Sumrell — Jul 06, 2025

Why the "Top 3 Daily Priorities" Method Is Sabotaging Your Productivity

You've probably heard this advice a million times: "Every morning, write down your top 3 priorities for the day and focus only on those." Sounds logical, right? Focus on what matters most and you'll be more productive. Plot twist: This approach is actually making you less productive. Here's how...

by Megan Sumrell — Jun 29, 2025

The 15-Minute Weekly Habit That Keeps Digital Chaos Away

Let me guess. You can spot a messy kitchen counter from across the room, but your phone has 47,000 unorganized photos and your email inbox makes you want to cry. I get it! Physical clutter screams at us. Digital clutter? It hides like a sneaky little gremlin until suddenly you can't find that one...

by Megan Sumrell — Jun 22, 2025

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