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EPISODE · Jun 30, 2026 · 5 MIN

Wish List VS To-Do List: A Simpler Way to Plan Your Week

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After years of trying to get everything done, I realized something important: overwhelm is not a badge of honor.In this episode, I'm sharing one simple mindset shift that has completely changed the way I plan my week. Instead of making a never-ending to-do list, I create what I call a wish list. It's a small change, but it's helped me feel less overwhelmed, more intentional, and a whole lot more at peace.We talk about: Why busy doesn't always mean better  The difference between a wish list and a to-do list  Giving yourself grace in busy seasons of life  Letting go of unrealistic expectations  Focusing on your next best thing instead of trying to do it all If you've been feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate, I hope this episode encourages you to slow down, release some of the pressure, and remember that your to-do list doesn't define your worth.Resources:The planner I use: https://amzn.to/4eI4Ey5Website: https://www.thispreparedlife.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thispreparedlife/Join the TPL Membership Community: https://www.thispreparedlife.com/communityIf this episode encouraged you, I'd love for you to leave a review and share it with a friend.I appreciate your support! Some links and products contained in posts and pages here may contain affiliate links. Should you make a purchase through those links I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.Any products I mention here, on social media, or in the podcast are products that I would use myself, use for my family, or use on my homestead. I will never give reviews I do not fully believe in or accept products and give false reviews.

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After years of trying to get everything done, I realized something important: overwhelm is not a badge of honor. In this episode, I'm sharing one simple mindset shift that has completely changed the way I plan my week. Instead of making a never-ending to-do list, I create what I call a wish list. It's a small change, but it's helped me feel less overwhelmed, more intentional, and a whole lot more at peace. We talk about: Why busy doesn't always mean better The difference betw...

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