Hi Diane, As Steph was talking, you came to mind as just the girl that could help. I'm a follower of both you and Steph, am very nearly 73. Having a mentor/friend to help you walk through life's wrinkles is so valuable. Steph is such a dear capable woman, just in need of space for herself to recalibrate and blossom once again!
I found you and secret slob the at the same time when my middle child was a newborn about May 2019! I can't believe it's almost 4 years! Thank you both for introducing me to flylady. I've been struggling with chronic illness and after years of being brushed off finally got diagnosed last fall. I'm on the upswing, I've printed off the flylady steps, and I feel like this is the perfect call for me to get back into it!
@@TheSecretSlob Yay! Yep, it's all about balance and seeing where our heart is happiest. And I know you have some fun non-TH-cam projects planned with real-life friends to keep you smiling. Go you! Rah, rah, rah! 😍
@@bethreisman8869Hi Beth! Yes, Steph and I do indeed chat. It's good to be able to vent and have a good laugh about things - life is meant to be enjoyed! 😍
Just to let you know, your value to this community isn't the fact that you started following the Flylady method with modifications. That you had systems and routines. It's that you were (and still are) real. Real life with real struggles but also with real solutions. You reached me in ways other didn't. If you don't do anything else on this channel, though, I would dearly love a tour of your home now that you are completely (you are, right?) moved back in. Much was still under construction, though down to finishes for the most part, the last time we saw it. I'd love to know how things have changed from when you first moved in. Is the layout more functional for you? Do you have any more or less storage than you had before? Things like that. But no matter what else, enjoy your new home, your children, and your life, and know that you touched the lives of a lot of people in positive, helpful ways.
WELCOME BACK, STEPH! I almost had to chase Diane in Denmark down to ask if you were around. You. Were. Missed. I love your positivity- the channel could be anything or nothing, you are amongst imperfect people too. We find value in any content you choose to make.
It looks like you were pretty close to a full burn-out, so you made a very wise decision to prioritize your family. Well done, and so glad to see you back and looking well. This color looks so good on you. Can't wait to hear you and Jill again on the podcast, you always made me laugh to tears with your stories at the end of each episode.
Nice to see you again Steph😊 I don’t know if anyone else commented on this already, but not enjoying the activities you normally enjoy is a sign of depression. Giving yourself a break was a very good thing. Feeling pressure from others to be perfect can bring you down, so I’m glad you reevaluated and prioritized what’s really important for you and your family. Your blue cupboards are beautiful! I would love to see a house tour too, but no pressure! Whenever you’re ready for it!
It’s kind of silly that I was so excited to see you back here. I mean we are strangers but when I found your channel when you first started growing it, you were such an inspiration to me. A fellow secret slob. Even though I’m quite a bit older and so wish I could’ve got my act together 30 years ago but never too late, right? So glad you took the time you needed. Your YT community understands. Welcome back!
You asked what we'd like to see. How about sharing those basics you mentioned that carried with you through the tough season of life. We all go through tough seasons and could benefit from that. And then we'd like to follow along your gradual steps to bring yourself forward again. Thank you!
So good to see you back! You’ve been missed! But I’m also glad for you that you took the time you needed! A few months ago I started posting videos (art and crafts) and I decided from the start not to have a posting schedule. The “experts” seem to say you need to post regularly to build an audience but it’s just too much pressure for most of us to do that! You already have an audience who love you so I’m sure we will all be happy to watch whatever/whenever you post xx
This was wonderful! This channel feels like a friend sharing their life with you. You are a treasure and I'm so glad you took time for you. Great example for the rest of us! Thank you!
I really think, what you describe is absolutely normal after moving into a new home - even without kids, youtube channel and only in a small flat instead of a big farm house - I also felt lost and stressed up like the way you did. So you don't need to excuse for your absence - it is great that you were able to take this break. And now, it is great to have you back.
I'm thrilled to see you, Steph! I would have gladly watched you sideways the whole time 🤣. Family and personal well-being always come first. I will be glad to watch/listen to whenever it works for you.
Worst live ever??? Best live ever!! This is why we all love you and your content Stef! You’re a real person and you show up as one. Thank you! I’m all for mental decluttering, slowing life down and just enjoying it. I got back on IG after a break of many months, “just for fun”. But you’re right, it’s a black hole of comparison and “I need that” and a time waster. Although I really love the inspiration I get there, it might not be worth it. I’m deleting the app now and see how it goes!
Good for you! Several years back my husband and I cut a lot of kid and various other activities that culture pressures you into feeling you should be doing. We HS and I was so overwhelmed. We kept the most important things and didn’t look back, and I couldn’t be more grateful!
Remember, you don’t owe any of us anything! You’ve been so gracious to share. I really appreciate that. What you’re describing is exactly what I’m looking for! I’ll be here when it works for you. Blessings to you and your family. That’s where it counts!❤
It’s so lovely to hear your voice and see your smiling face again, do what you feel you need to do and remember to try and put yourself first. We’re here to support you too.
I'm so pleased you took the time to look after yourself and family. Love your channel and your honestly, it certainly help me climb out of a hole a few years ago.
Steph!!!! So good to see you, you were missed ❤️ Good on you for seeing the need to take a break, sounds like you have been recovering from some level of burnout. I would love to hear more about changes you have made and what you have learned through this journey of rest and slowing down.
I'm glad to see you back - I figured your life must be on overwhelm and I prayed that there was no illness or injury. We have all grown to love you and your family, and you are a wonderful cheerleader. The online group has been great. Now and then a critic has popped in to share her self-righteous perfection, but we have - as kindly as possible - reminded her that many are dealing with difficult circumstances, and that we are here to support and encourage, just as your desire is. Welcome back!
After learning from the Fly Lady, Diane in Denmark, Joshua Becker, The Minimalists, Dana, Dawn, Cass, and many more, things are under control in my home most days. Im in maintenance mode now, so I only watch these types of videos for inspiration and enjoyment. Thank you for all you've done to get me to this good place I'm in! I love all of you forever for all the help you've given me and others who need it. Looking forward to seeing you when it works for you! 💟⚘💟
Routines have to change as life changes. That is one thing I've learned, to reevaluate whenever things aren't working. When I was younger I thought it meant I failed somewhere. But it's not realistic with growing, changing kids to think that what works one year will work the next. You're doing great and it's nice to see you! ♡
You are a blessing to us. Being so transparent in your journey is still blessing us. We all go through this but you have provided an example of how to have a self reset. 🥰
So proud you taking time to take care of yourself and your family that is so important. I too was so thrilled to open TH-cam and there you were again! You have been through so much since you had your son - having a baby, selling your house, buying a new house, packing up and unpacking, complete gut and renovation, which meant packing up again, living in a trailer for a summer, moving back in and unpacking again - that is A LOT for anyone!! Always take care of you first and then you can be there for everyone else 🥰
Good to hear from you and that you were prioritizing family and putting the needs of your littles first! Renovations are extremely stressful. Glad you made it through and I'm looking forward to a tour!
Welcome back Steph! I love your channel because you are so relatable and not perfect. I will enjoy whatever content you share whenever you have time to share it. Family, friends and your own well being come first. 💕
Oh I’m so glad you are back! I’ve really missed your videos. I don’t care what kind of videos you post, for me it’s enough with your contagious positivity and enthusiasm.❤
I think I’m seeing that you’ve not posted since this video. I hope you are enjoying your life again! You are so missed! I think I speak for many of your subscribers when I say I just hope whatever you’re doing you know how special you are. Please put you and your family first. Wishing you many blessings going forward. Thank you for sharing your life with us and helping us. ❤️You are loved.
I was so happy to see you again-you have helped me so much:) but you also don’t need to explain or apologize for taking a break! Looking forward to whenever you bring us an update! Thank you!!!!
Welcome back! I can really identify with the 'overwhelm' thing, and not being able to have fun. I see my Facebook memories, and wonder where that person has gone who used to be able to find fun in almost any situation. Well done on making a good decision to take a break. We have all been through a lot together (pandemic), and we've all got our own stuff going on too. There's no wonder that so many of us felt/feel overwhelmed. It's good to see you back, remember to be gentle with yourself x
Welcome back Steph! So happy to see your smiling face and hear that lovely voice again. Also can't wait to see more of your beautifully designed home beyond the kitchen.
Good to see you. Glad to hear that you are well and that you took some time to prioritize your family and your own well-being. This is a much-needed message for the internet. Be well!
Sometimes it is nice if people are not going to be around for a while if they'd leave a message , just a simple meme would work, to let us all know you are OK. You are my third youtuber that just disappeared and no one knew why. So glad you are OK.
Video ideas: grocery hauls n meal plan, what I made for dinner this week with those groceries, tour of the new house (basic), tour of each room behind cabinets for organization, workout with me, clean with me, etc. you don’t have to box yourself into cleaning videos. I got bored with seeing fly lady videos on repeat.
Totally relate to the burnout after a big life event. For our family it has been medical/health related things, and it just feels like we need a reset. Constant state of trying to get caught up and now finally slow down. Glad to see you back in whatever capacity you can!
You are so nice caring for your community, I m sure everybody here cares for you regardless to how often you post new videos. The existing ones are so good and useful.🤗
You're adorable Steph. I selfishly missed you, it was lovely to see your smiling face again. Glad you have been enjoying your new home and feeling your roots grow.
Welcome back! So proud of you for the way you are taking care of yourself and your family! I ended up switching to a flip phone for about 6 months when I was so overwhelmed with life. Crazy how social media affects us! I still use your weekly cleaning routine every week and it has helped me stay on top of my house for about 2 years! I homeschool 3 kids and am having my 4th in about 2 months so the overwhelm still happens, but grace and knowing I've dealt with overwhelm before helps me walk through it. Best of luck! We are all cheering you on!!
You were missed. We love you and are glad to see you back in any way we can. And you have not let any of down. Great to see you well and glad all of the family is well too.
Great to see you again. You should always take the time you need without anyone judging you. Your kitchen looks completed since the last video I saw. Love the blue! Hopefully, in the future you will do a tour. Take care ❤️
I was born in '88 and knowing myself and watching people I look up to saying no to Instagram etc makes me so happy I never felt the urge to set up those accounts! At the same time this makes me worried about my kids, I kinda also feel it would make sense to know what is lurking out there... Anyway! Yay! You're back! Sending my love from Poland
I would appreciate hearing more about how you decided to put your kiddo in public school, what that transition was like, and what you did to smooth it out, and how your handling it.
I personally feel like the same things that make you doubt yourself, make us LOVE you! You are preaching to the choir!! We totally relate to the demands of a busy life, with a full time business and a family to take care of , you deserve to have “me time”! We GET you!!! And we are SO happy to “see” you again!
we would not care if you did your videos upside down....I almost peed my pants when I saw your video pop up! I get the break and we just love you!!! I look forward to the new journey with you. You just do what feels best for you when you want to post we will happily go along with you. You are like a friend to many of us and just enjoy you! I also slipped away from the flylady style but still trying to keep up with a few routines but felt too much pressure with all the stuff it involved with my season I am in right now. Thank you for this and for being true to yourself and to your family for what is important to you.
I love your honesty ❤ work life balance is so important and kids are wee for such a short time, although doesn't always feel like that when you're in the middle of it all! Great to see you back, glad you took the time you needed and look forward to what's coming next. You're such an inspiration 💛 thank you 😊 xx
Welcome back!!! I have missed you. I totally understand what you have been experiencing. As a mother of three grown “stair-step children”, I remember the overwhelm, and the need for a break. You are a darling!!!
Glad you’re back. Kitchen routine, check. Making the bed and getting presentable, check. My suggestion would be to start focusing on laundry next. Just one load in the morning smaller loads work better. You can do this. With grace, yes. ❤
Thanks for sharing this! I went from married SAHM to single working mom in December and I do not have all my routines and survival mechanisms worked out yet. Fly Lady was never going to be my thing so I look forward to seeing what you try to give me more ideas.
When your sister called lol YOU ARE TOO FRICKIN CUTE XD Sis is a real one! I totally get what you mean... I'm currently in that stage where I'm staying off social media as often as I can. We''ve gotta keep our priorities straight, and I'm so glad we're listening! PROUD OF YOU!!!
It's so good to see you back! I've missed you. You do whatever you need to take care of yourself. You absolutely do not have to explain anything, but it is nice to know a little bit of the journey you've been on to bring you to how you feel now.
Welcome back, Steph! Glad to see you and to hear that you just needed some well-deserved time off. Excited for your new content. You became my internet friend during isolation and your "progress not perfection" attitude was just what I needed to deal with my overwhelm trying to maintain my home with chronic illnesses. Thank you! ❤️
Finally! I'm just so relieved that you are okay. Take all the time you need. Because this is what it's all about, isn't it? We need not to be perfect and you don't need to be it either ❤ (nice shirt, by the way, such a beautiful color). If you will release a clip just each second month - we will follow you anyway!
Welcome back! I have truly missed you. So glad you took the time that you needed and have your priorities in place. Here to continue supporting the channel. Hugs from Atlanta, Georgia!
Yay you're back! You have been missed but good for you for taking the time to focus on yourself and your family. I'm so glad the podcast is coming back too. xx
So happy you're back. I was just thinking I needed to download your printable to get into habit of getting things done. You are such an inspiration and Yes, you were missed. Welcome back.
So nice to see you back and yes, an updated home tour would be awesome! I agree with other commenters....do what works for you and your family. Your sincerity, positivity and enthusiasm is contagious and motivational (esp. when house chores come calling and I don't want to listen.....!!)
Yes, so glad you are back! :) Completely fair that you needed a break - social media should add to your life, not take away from it. But looking forward to the update, and seeing all the renovations! :)
SOOO excited you’re back! Love you and your channel. I am very much looking forward to your video on clearing mental clutter. So thankful for your transparency and realness. I hope your break was truly wonderful and that you and your family are doing wonderful!
Welcome back dear Steph! You certainly have been missed! BTW, you look amazing! Be with us when you can, do not stress ... you have already changed my life! Baci from Rome, Italy 😘
I want to get to the point where I give myself the grace and space to be me the way you have. I admire you and your courage in going forward in a new way!
Hello my Canadian friend!! So nice to see you! TH-cam is my only social media! I'm 😂😂😂 about the phone call from Jill to turn your picture upright! I keep you and your family in my prayers. There was a time when my day would end with nothing done, and I'd beat myself up about it. No more! I have routines thanks to your channel! I have established a routine - get dressed, shine my sink, do a load of wash, exercise, make the bed regularly (not in this order) among some other things. I also want to start a paired down "zone" cleaning routine as well. Take it one day at a time Stephanie.❤
Steph can we start with no pressure? Like your videos in the beginning. Showing how to keep a simple calendar and planner. I appreciate so much ur honesty. Can we also include self care. That’s something I never really heard about until these past few months. PaLike a rhythm. And maybe talking about getting past 35! Sincerely with love and support and prayers, Linda, Pa.
Yas! I have been worried, and I missed you! Aand right now I need this channel, so I am super happy. Following this channel has been super helpful to keep my ADHD brain motivated to do chores and organize my mental clutter. Thank you for being there! U r da best!
I totally understand what is like to realize you are in your forever home. Last year we seriously considered moving across the country to be closer to my sister the houses were more affordable in her area and I to do life with her. I really got wrapped up in the idea. When situations changed I realized it was better financially better to stay in our starter home and maximize our wealth opportunities than to upgrade our house. It was a grieving process but it did force me to embrace what I do have here and think creatively about what I can do to foster happiness for my family in our small home. Thanks for sharing ❤️
So glad to see your video! This is so irrational… But I was so annoyed that you left us! How crazy is that?! I didn’t realize how much I watched your videos for inspiration, I really missed you while you were gone! Of course you need to take a break, and I’m so glad you did! We all need that! Look forward to seeing more of you. And hoping for more of the podcast episodes as well!
We missed you, but you’re right. Sometimes we need a big break from social media to regroup and find ourselves again. I’m so glad you’re ok, and I just love your channel. ❤️
Hi and welcome back. I admire that you recognized your priorities, let your kids have all the space they deserve and being fully present for your family and yourself. I loke sit down videos (even side ways ones!) because I like to listen to videos as I do things, so you might consider making videos that are simpler for you to shoot and simple chatty updates as this one seem a good option as we don't need fancy edits or complicated stuff. You are such a nice person and you have lot of good things to teach: just pick something that interests you and take 5 minutes to tell us how you see things, so that we can reflect together. I think most of us struggle with perfectionism and I remember this was also something you faced years ago, keeping up with work, responsibilities and family life... You could make a series of random videos where you might talk more about this inner journey: it would be an opportunity for you to ponder, slow down, and for us to think of our own journeys. Women would like to be perfect for everyone but really only need to love themselves as they are. We could learn to do that together.
I have been thinking about you a lot lately! It's so good to see you! I've been dealing with worsening physical and emotional burnout for the last several months. I'm self employed with a full time business, plus I run a separate growing nonprofit, I have heavy personal and family things to bear, and I am overwhelmed beyond capacity! I understand the loss of feelings of joy, even for things I normally love! I feel like I'm supposed to do something else with my life, but what?? I am lost! I desperately want someone to say they understand, and not just tell me to get over it, stop dwelling on it and move on (exact words I was told by someone close to me when I tried to confide in them!) Burnout is very real and it's hard! I am the only source of income for my family, so I feel trapped sometimes. I told you all of that just to say thank you! Thank you for being an example. Making a choice to take time off to get yourself back had to be hard, but it's admirable. Thank you for being so real and relatable. Thank you for sharing your life with us. You are loved here on this channel! ❤️
Gail, I feel for you, and I get it. My parents are each having their own health crises, and I feel responsible to help them out both physically and in doing research and making good decisions, but it is SO out of my wheelhouse, and just when they need me most I have had to go back to work full time to take care of financial situations of my own. I live with guilt and stress every day. But there IS still joy in my life -- when I remember that I can go to Jesus and dump all my burdens at His feet, because He loves me even more than I love myself, then the weight lifts for a time and I can enjoy the blessings that are still there -- both the simple ones, and the ones that are mixed in with the stress and complications. Could say much more but anyhow, may God bless you and give you rest and renewal.
@@amybee40 thank you for taking the time to share that with me. Jesus is my anchor, my rock, my best friend. I'm able to keep going through the hard times because of him! God bless!
I'm glad that you're back. I was worried someone was sick, or divorced (house remodels are incredibly stressful!). I'm going to subscribe to your channel again and will begin to follow you again. Welcome back!
So glad you're back! I think you're awesome for taking a break, it's inspiring to see someone prioritize when life gets a bit too much. Your plan for your channel sounds great, and I would love to see the result of your huge reno, your kitchen looks great! Hugs all the way from Sweden!😀
I say post when you enjoy it, no schedule! I always feel bad when people apologize for getting off schedule. I don’t know any of my favorite you tubers schedules, just enjoy watching when they pop up! I get that routine might be helpful on your end though. Glad you’re well!
Since you asked for ideas…One of my favorite videos you did was your New Years resolutions with your sister. I think it was 22 goals for 2022. Something like that could be fun. Even 1/2 year resolutions for the 2nd half of the year or whatever. I just loved your ideas. I know I would enjoy it! Thank you for being so normal in this video!
Welcome back! I’m so glad you were just taking a break, and there wasn’t an issue with the house renovation! Please don’t worry about us - if you don’t post a video that week, we can use the time to clean and declutter. Take care of yourself!
💯 support you in taking time off from social media and taking the time needed to focus inwards on your family, yourself, your needs, and what matters most. We all need that! Welcome back!
I have missed you. I am glad you are well. What I can see of your house looks beautiful. I can understand that things would be overwhelming. You were redoing a house AND you have kids! No need to explain anything. You do you! I am blessed to hear you and see you. I am glad to hear that you took a break from social media. I am 57 and just started FB during the pandemic because that was the only way my pastors communicated. And that is all I plan to do. I follow a few on TH-cam - you and Diane and a few crafters and that's it. You are real and authentic and I appreciate what you do. Many blessings on you and your family as you live your lives with authenticity!
Oh my! We are considering moving this summer and I think it is underrated how many “moving” parts there are with moving a family. The stress is crazy. We want to move closer to family. I’m glad you are well and taking better care of yourself! I like it when Diane in Denmark does her self-care bingo reminders because it is the thing I’m most likely to forget.
Hahahaha bless….I loved when yours sister called to say you were sideways😂😂😂so sweet and you are gorgeous and I love this channel. You are helping me put the systems in place to help my home stay clean. Welcome back x.
Oh Steph this is uncanny. I thought of you this morning, hoping you were doing okay and there you were on TH-cam. Just so thankful you made these decisions for what is best for you and your family. Look forward to whenever you are occasionally on TH-cam.
I am a recent follower since the beginning of December/22. Your previous videos were like a life raft for me, as of now 3 months in, I am benefiting daily. Thank you and I do get the need for self care!!
2:41, now the picture is right :), nice to see you back again, missed you .., greetings from Germany
You’ve no reason to feel accountable or explain yourself to us. I am glad you’re well and if you make videos I’ll watch them. 😁
I just popped into the comments to say the same thing :)
I agree completely 😊
Yay, my sweet friend is back! Love to your Mum, Steph! 💖💖💖
Hi Diane, As Steph was talking, you came to mind as just the girl that could help. I'm a follower of both you and Steph, am very nearly 73. Having a mentor/friend to help you walk through life's wrinkles is so valuable. Steph is such a dear capable woman, just in need of space for herself to recalibrate and blossom once again!
I found you and secret slob the at the same time when my middle child was a newborn about May 2019! I can't believe it's almost 4 years! Thank you both for introducing me to flylady. I've been struggling with chronic illness and after years of being brushed off finally got diagnosed last fall. I'm on the upswing, I've printed off the flylady steps, and I feel like this is the perfect call for me to get back into it!
Thank you Diane 🥰 I should have mentioned that it was you who helped me to remember to have fun!!
@@TheSecretSlob Yay! Yep, it's all about balance and seeing where our heart is happiest. And I know you have some fun non-TH-cam projects planned with real-life friends to keep you smiling. Go you! Rah, rah, rah! 😍
@@bethreisman8869Hi Beth! Yes, Steph and I do indeed chat. It's good to be able to vent and have a good laugh about things - life is meant to be enjoyed! 😍
Just to let you know, your value to this community isn't the fact that you started following the Flylady method with modifications. That you had systems and routines. It's that you were (and still are) real. Real life with real struggles but also with real solutions. You reached me in ways other didn't. If you don't do anything else on this channel, though, I would dearly love a tour of your home now that you are completely (you are, right?) moved back in. Much was still under construction, though down to finishes for the most part, the last time we saw it. I'd love to know how things have changed from when you first moved in. Is the layout more functional for you? Do you have any more or less storage than you had before? Things like that. But no matter what else, enjoy your new home, your children, and your life, and know that you touched the lives of a lot of people in positive, helpful ways.
Thank you so much 🥰
WELCOME BACK, STEPH!
I almost had to chase Diane in Denmark down to ask if you were around. You. Were. Missed.
I love your positivity- the channel could be anything or nothing, you are amongst imperfect people too. We find value in any content you choose to make.
“We find value in any content you choose to make.” Amen!
ha ha ha! I was going to do the same thing - hmm I wonder if Diane knows where Steph is... 😂
Ha ha! 🤩 I'm regularly in touch with Steph and so glad she's making herself a priority this time around! 😍
@@terrirojas I have had many requests for info, ha ha!
It looks like you were pretty close to a full burn-out, so you made a very wise decision to prioritize your family. Well done, and so glad to see you back and looking well.
This color looks so good on you. Can't wait to hear you and Jill again on the podcast, you always made me laugh to tears with your stories at the end of each episode.
Yes, the blue is wonderful and the podcast was hilarious!
You look beautiful and happy …. More so now, than back then. I’m happy for you.
Nice to see you again Steph😊
I don’t know if anyone else commented on this already, but not enjoying the activities you normally enjoy is a sign of depression. Giving yourself a break was a very good thing. Feeling pressure from others to be perfect can bring you down, so I’m glad you reevaluated and prioritized what’s really important for you and your family.
Your blue cupboards are beautiful! I would love to see a house tour too, but no pressure! Whenever you’re ready for it!
House tour please, would love to see all you guys have done
Another one who would love to see a house tour.
It’s kind of silly that I was so excited to see you back here. I mean we are strangers but when I found your channel when you first started growing it, you were such an inspiration to me. A fellow secret slob. Even though I’m quite a bit older and so wish I could’ve got my act together 30 years ago but never too late, right? So glad you took the time you needed. Your YT community understands. Welcome back!
Steph I'm pleased to know your ok. I think the majority of You Tubers have missed you. You are so inspiring and just believe in yourself. Take care x
You asked what we'd like to see. How about sharing those basics you mentioned that carried with you through the tough season of life. We all go through tough seasons and could benefit from that.
And then we'd like to follow along your gradual steps to bring yourself forward again. Thank you!
So good to see you back! You’ve been missed! But I’m also glad for you that you took the time you needed! A few months ago I started posting videos (art and crafts) and I decided from the start not to have a posting schedule. The “experts” seem to say you need to post regularly to build an audience but it’s just too much pressure for most of us to do that! You already have an audience who love you so I’m sure we will all be happy to watch whatever/whenever you post xx
You know….it’s nice to see younger people being so thoughtful. Good for you for making decisions and showing/telling how!
This was wonderful! This channel feels like a friend sharing their life with you. You are a treasure and I'm so glad you took time for you. Great example for the rest of us! Thank you!
I really think, what you describe is absolutely normal after moving into a new home - even without kids, youtube channel and only in a small flat instead of a big farm house - I also felt lost and stressed up like the way you did. So you don't need to excuse for your absence - it is great that you were able to take this break. And now, it is great to have you back.
I'm thrilled to see you, Steph! I would have gladly watched you sideways the whole time 🤣. Family and personal well-being always come first. I will be glad to watch/listen to whenever it works for you.
How wise you were to see clearly what you needed to do and just do it!❤❤❤
Worst live ever??? Best live ever!! This is why we all love you and your content Stef! You’re a real person and you show up as one. Thank you!
I’m all for mental decluttering, slowing life down and just enjoying it.
I got back on IG after a break of many months, “just for fun”. But you’re right, it’s a black hole of comparison and “I need that” and a time waster. Although I really love the inspiration I get there, it might not be worth it. I’m deleting the app now and see how it goes!
Good for you! Several years back my husband and I cut a lot of kid and various other activities that culture pressures you into feeling you should be doing. We HS and I was so overwhelmed. We kept the most important things and didn’t look back, and I couldn’t be more grateful!
Remember, you don’t owe any of us anything! You’ve been so gracious to share. I really appreciate that. What you’re describing is exactly what I’m looking for! I’ll be here when it works for you. Blessings to you and your family. That’s where it counts!❤
It’s so lovely to hear your voice and see your smiling face again, do what you feel you need to do and remember to try and put yourself first. We’re here to support you too.
I'm so pleased you took the time to look after yourself and family. Love your channel and your honestly, it certainly help me climb out of a hole a few years ago.
All of this!!!
Welcome back. The wisdom to know when to say when is tremendous. Every chapter of life looks different. Enjoy this ONE life!
Steph!!!! So good to see you, you were missed ❤️ Good on you for seeing the need to take a break, sounds like you have been recovering from some level of burnout. I would love to hear more about changes you have made and what you have learned through this journey of rest and slowing down.
I'm glad to see you back - I figured your life must be on overwhelm and I prayed that there was no illness or injury. We have all grown to love you and your family, and you are a wonderful cheerleader. The online group has been great. Now and then a critic has popped in to share her self-righteous perfection, but we have - as kindly as possible - reminded her that many are dealing with difficult circumstances, and that we are here to support and encourage, just as your desire is. Welcome back!
After learning from the Fly Lady, Diane in Denmark, Joshua Becker, The Minimalists, Dana, Dawn, Cass, and many more, things are under control in my home most days. Im in maintenance mode now, so I only watch these types of videos for inspiration and enjoyment. Thank you for all you've done to get me to this good place I'm in! I love all of you forever for all the help you've given me and others who need it.
Looking forward to seeing you when it works for you! 💟⚘💟
also Kate Kaden is really helpful and so nice on frugal issues&more
Routines have to change as life changes. That is one thing I've learned, to reevaluate whenever things aren't working. When I was younger I thought it meant I failed somewhere. But it's not realistic with growing, changing kids to think that what works one year will work the next. You're doing great and it's nice to see you! ♡
Thank you! Yes, I think I am just starting to learn that too :)
You are a blessing to us. Being so transparent in your journey is still blessing us. We all go through this but you have provided an example of how to have a self reset. 🥰
So proud you taking time to take care of yourself and your family that is so important. I too was so thrilled to open TH-cam and there you were again! You have been through so much since you had your son - having a baby, selling your house, buying a new house, packing up and unpacking, complete gut and renovation, which meant packing up again, living in a trailer for a summer, moving back in and unpacking again - that is A LOT for anyone!! Always take care of you first and then you can be there for everyone else 🥰
Good to hear from you and that you were prioritizing family and putting the needs of your littles first! Renovations are extremely stressful. Glad you made it through and I'm looking forward to a tour!
Welcome back Steph! I love your channel because you are so relatable and not perfect. I will enjoy whatever content you share whenever you have time to share it. Family, friends and your own well being come first. 💕
Missed you and your videos, but I understand stepping back and taking time. Family first. Always.
Oh I’m so glad you are back! I’ve really missed your videos. I don’t care what kind of videos you post, for me it’s enough with your contagious positivity and enthusiasm.❤
I think I’m seeing that you’ve not posted since this video. I hope you are enjoying your life again! You are so missed! I think I speak for many of your subscribers when I say I just hope whatever you’re doing you know how special you are. Please put you and your family first. Wishing you many blessings going forward. Thank you for sharing your life with us and helping us. ❤️You are loved.
I was so happy to see you again-you have helped me so much:) but you also don’t need to explain or apologize for taking a break! Looking forward to whenever you bring us an update! Thank you!!!!
Welcome back! I can really identify with the 'overwhelm' thing, and not being able to have fun. I see my Facebook memories, and wonder where that person has gone who used to be able to find fun in almost any situation. Well done on making a good decision to take a break. We have all been through a lot together (pandemic), and we've all got our own stuff going on too. There's no wonder that so many of us felt/feel overwhelmed. It's good to see you back, remember to be gentle with yourself x
Welcome back Steph! So happy to see your smiling face and hear that lovely voice again. Also can't wait to see more of your beautifully designed home beyond the kitchen.
Good to see you. Glad to hear that you are well and that you took some time to prioritize your family and your own well-being. This is a much-needed message for the internet. Be well!
So glad your back! I'm also glad you to took a break! Your showing us that taking care of yourself is so important! Look forward to your new videos.
Sometimes it is nice if people are not going to be around for a while if they'd leave a message , just a simple meme would work, to let us all know you are OK. You are my third youtuber that just disappeared and no one knew why. So glad you are OK.
Video ideas: grocery hauls n meal plan, what I made for dinner this week with those groceries, tour of the new house (basic), tour of each room behind cabinets for organization, workout with me, clean with me, etc. you don’t have to box yourself into cleaning videos. I got bored with seeing fly lady videos on repeat.
Totally relate to the burnout after a big life event. For our family it has been medical/health related things, and it just feels like we need a reset. Constant state of trying to get caught up and now finally slow down. Glad to see you back in whatever capacity you can!
A reset is always good for the soul. No apologies or explanation required:). House looks great!!
You are so nice caring for your community, I m sure everybody here cares for you regardless to how often you post new videos. The existing ones are so good and useful.🤗
You're adorable Steph. I selfishly missed you, it was lovely to see your smiling face again. Glad you have been enjoying your new home and feeling your roots grow.
Welcome back! So proud of you for the way you are taking care of yourself and your family! I ended up switching to a flip phone for about 6 months when I was so overwhelmed with life. Crazy how social media affects us! I still use your weekly cleaning routine every week and it has helped me stay on top of my house for about 2 years! I homeschool 3 kids and am having my 4th in about 2 months so the overwhelm still happens, but grace and knowing I've dealt with overwhelm before helps me walk through it. Best of luck! We are all cheering you on!!
You were missed. We love you and are glad to see you back in any way we can. And you have not let any of down. Great to see you well and glad all of the family is well too.
Great to see you again. You should always take the time you need without anyone judging you. Your kitchen looks completed since the last video I saw. Love the blue! Hopefully, in the future you will do a tour. Take care ❤️
I was born in '88 and knowing myself and watching people I look up to saying no to Instagram etc makes me so happy I never felt the urge to set up those accounts! At the same time this makes me worried about my kids, I kinda also feel it would make sense to know what is lurking out there... Anyway! Yay! You're back! Sending my love from Poland
I would appreciate hearing more about how you decided to put your kiddo in public school, what that transition was like, and what you did to smooth it out, and how your handling it.
IM SO GLAD YOU ARE BACK! I’ve missed you!
Woo hoo. So glad you’re back. I’ve missed your happy face and your help in getting my life organised.
I personally feel like the same things that make you doubt yourself, make us LOVE you! You are preaching to the choir!! We totally relate to the demands of a busy life, with a full time business and a family to take care of , you deserve to have “me time”! We GET you!!! And we are SO happy to “see” you again!
we would not care if you did your videos upside down....I almost peed my pants when I saw your video pop up! I get the break and we just love you!!! I look forward to the new journey with you. You just do what feels best for you when you want to post we will happily go along with you. You are like a friend to many of us and just enjoy you! I also slipped away from the flylady style but still trying to keep up with a few routines but felt too much pressure with all the stuff it involved with my season I am in right now. Thank you for this and for being true to yourself and to your family for what is important to you.
I love your honesty ❤ work life balance is so important and kids are wee for such a short time, although doesn't always feel like that when you're in the middle of it all! Great to see you back, glad you took the time you needed and look forward to what's coming next. You're such an inspiration 💛 thank you 😊 xx
Welcome back!!! I have missed you. I totally understand what you have been experiencing. As a mother of three grown “stair-step children”, I remember the overwhelm, and the need for a break. You are a darling!!!
Glad you’re back. Kitchen routine, check. Making the bed and getting presentable, check. My suggestion would be to start focusing on laundry next. Just one load in the morning smaller loads work better. You can do this. With grace, yes. ❤
Thanks for sharing this! I went from married SAHM to single working mom in December and I do not have all my routines and survival mechanisms worked out yet. Fly Lady was never going to be my thing so I look forward to seeing what you try to give me more ideas.
When your sister called lol YOU ARE TOO FRICKIN CUTE XD Sis is a real one!
I totally get what you mean... I'm currently in that stage where I'm staying off social media as often as I can. We''ve gotta keep our priorities straight, and I'm so glad we're listening! PROUD OF YOU!!!
It's so good to see you back! I've missed you. You do whatever you need to take care of yourself. You absolutely do not have to explain anything, but it is nice to know a little bit of the journey you've been on to bring you to how you feel now.
Welcome back, Steph! Glad to see you and to hear that you just needed some well-deserved time off. Excited for your new content. You became my internet friend during isolation and your "progress not perfection" attitude was just what I needed to deal with my overwhelm trying to maintain my home with chronic illnesses. Thank you! ❤️
Home tour please! Welcome back! 🤗
Welcome back ! No explaination needed ! I am so happy to see you.
Finally! I'm just so relieved that you are okay. Take all the time you need. Because this is what it's all about, isn't it? We need not to be perfect and you don't need to be it either ❤ (nice shirt, by the way, such a beautiful color). If you will release a clip just each second month - we will follow you anyway!
Welcome back! I have truly missed you. So glad you took the time that you needed and have your priorities in place. Here to continue supporting the channel. Hugs from Atlanta, Georgia!
Yay you're back! You have been missed but good for you for taking the time to focus on yourself and your family. I'm so glad the podcast is coming back too. xx
So happy you're back. I was just thinking I needed to download your printable to get into habit of getting things done.
You are such an inspiration and Yes, you were missed.
Welcome back.
So nice to see you back and yes, an updated home tour would be awesome! I agree with other commenters....do what works for you and your family. Your sincerity, positivity and enthusiasm is contagious and motivational (esp. when house chores come calling and I don't want to listen.....!!)
Yes, so glad you are back! :) Completely fair that you needed a break - social media should add to your life, not take away from it. But looking forward to the update, and seeing all the renovations! :)
SOOO excited you’re back! Love you and your channel. I am very much looking forward to your video on clearing mental clutter. So thankful for your transparency and realness. I hope your break was truly wonderful and that you and your family are doing wonderful!
LOL - I love that you took that phone call - and it was your sister. You know we love her!
Welcome back dear Steph! You certainly have been missed! BTW, you look amazing! Be with us when you can, do not stress ... you have already changed my life! Baci from Rome, Italy 😘
You're awesome. Thanks for being authentic and wonderful. Missed you, lady! 💗 Welcome back and no pressure!
I want to get to the point where I give myself the grace and space to be me the way you have. I admire you and your courage in going forward in a new way!
Hello my Canadian friend!! So nice to see you! TH-cam is my only social media! I'm 😂😂😂 about the phone call from Jill to turn your picture upright! I keep you and your family in my prayers. There was a time when my day would end with nothing done, and I'd beat myself up about it. No more! I have routines thanks to your channel! I have established a routine - get dressed, shine my sink, do a load of wash, exercise, make the bed regularly (not in this order) among some other things. I also want to start a paired down "zone" cleaning routine as well. Take it one day at a time Stephanie.❤
Steph can we start with no pressure? Like your videos in the beginning. Showing how to keep a simple calendar and planner. I appreciate so much ur honesty. Can we also include self care. That’s something I never really heard about until these past few months. PaLike a rhythm. And maybe talking about getting past 35! Sincerely with love and support and prayers, Linda, Pa.
Glad to have you back, but don’t stress about it… you do you! That’s what we love!
Missed your sweet smile and lovely voice. Will remain a loyal supporter when you feel ready to share again.
Yas! I have been worried, and I missed you! Aand right now I need this channel, so I am super happy. Following this channel has been super helpful to keep my ADHD brain motivated to do chores and organize my mental clutter. Thank you for being there! U r da best!
I totally understand what is like to realize you are in your forever home. Last year we seriously considered moving across the country to be closer to my sister the houses were more affordable in her area and I to do life with her. I really got wrapped up in the idea. When situations changed I realized it was better financially better to stay in our starter home and maximize our wealth opportunities than to upgrade our house. It was a grieving process but it did force me to embrace what I do have here and think creatively about what I can do to foster happiness for my family in our small home. Thanks for sharing ❤️
I’ve been PATIENTLY waiting for your return!!!!!!!
It’s so great so see you!
So glad to see your video! This is so irrational… But I was so annoyed that you left us! How crazy is that?! I didn’t realize how much I watched your videos for inspiration, I really missed you while you were gone! Of course you need to take a break, and I’m so glad you did! We all need that! Look forward to seeing more of you. And hoping for more of the podcast episodes as well!
We missed you, but you’re right. Sometimes we need a big break from social media to regroup and find ourselves again. I’m so glad you’re ok, and I just love your channel. ❤️
Don't be nervous! You jumped when the phone rang. We're all friends here!
Hi and welcome back. I admire that you recognized your priorities, let your kids have all the space they deserve and being fully present for your family and yourself. I loke sit down videos (even side ways ones!) because I like to listen to videos as I do things, so you might consider making videos that are simpler for you to shoot and simple chatty updates as this one seem a good option as we don't need fancy edits or complicated stuff.
You are such a nice person and you have lot of good things to teach: just pick something that interests you and take 5 minutes to tell us how you see things, so that we can reflect together.
I think most of us struggle with perfectionism and I remember this was also something you faced years ago, keeping up with work, responsibilities and family life... You could make a series of random videos where you might talk more about this inner journey: it would be an opportunity for you to ponder, slow down, and for us to think of our own journeys. Women would like to be perfect for everyone but really only need to love themselves as they are. We could learn to do that together.
I have been thinking about you a lot lately! It's so good to see you!
I've been dealing with worsening physical and emotional burnout for the last several months. I'm self employed with a full time business, plus I run a separate growing nonprofit, I have heavy personal and family things to bear, and I am overwhelmed beyond capacity! I understand the loss of feelings of joy, even for things I normally love! I feel like I'm supposed to do something else with my life, but what?? I am lost! I desperately want someone to say they understand, and not just tell me to get over it, stop dwelling on it and move on (exact words I was told by someone close to me when I tried to confide in them!) Burnout is very real and it's hard! I am the only source of income for my family, so I feel trapped sometimes.
I told you all of that just to say thank you! Thank you for being an example. Making a choice to take time off to get yourself back had to be hard, but it's admirable. Thank you for being so real and relatable. Thank you for sharing your life with us. You are loved here on this channel! ❤️
Gail, at the risk of sounding creepy, I care about you & your well-being.
❤️🙏 I pray you are able to find safe people to confide in 💜
Gail, I feel for you, and I get it. My parents are each having their own health crises, and I feel responsible to help them out both physically and in doing research and making good decisions, but it is SO out of my wheelhouse, and just when they need me most I have had to go back to work full time to take care of financial situations of my own. I live with guilt and stress every day. But there IS still joy in my life -- when I remember that I can go to Jesus and dump all my burdens at His feet, because He loves me even more than I love myself, then the weight lifts for a time and I can enjoy the blessings that are still there -- both the simple ones, and the ones that are mixed in with the stress and complications. Could say much more but anyhow, may God bless you and give you rest and renewal.
@@amybee40 thank you for taking the time to share that with me. Jesus is my anchor, my rock, my best friend. I'm able to keep going through the hard times because of him! God bless!
I'm glad that you're back. I was worried someone was sick, or divorced (house remodels are incredibly stressful!). I'm going to subscribe to your channel again and will begin to follow you again. Welcome back!
So glad you're back! I think you're awesome for taking a break, it's inspiring to see someone prioritize when life gets a bit too much. Your plan for your channel sounds great, and I would love to see the result of your huge reno, your kitchen looks great! Hugs all the way from Sweden!😀
I say post when you enjoy it, no schedule!
I always feel bad when people apologize for getting off schedule. I don’t know any of my favorite you tubers schedules, just enjoy watching when they pop up! I get that routine might be helpful on your end though. Glad you’re well!
Thanks for being so honest and real. I’m glad you’re back.
Since you asked for ideas…One of my favorite videos you did was your New Years resolutions with your sister. I think it was 22 goals for 2022. Something like that could be fun. Even 1/2 year resolutions for the 2nd half of the year or whatever. I just loved your ideas. I know I would enjoy it! Thank you for being so normal in this video!
Welcome back! I’m so glad you were just taking a break, and there wasn’t an issue with the house renovation! Please don’t worry about us - if you don’t post a video that week, we can use the time to clean and declutter. Take care of yourself!
💯 support you in taking time off from social media and taking the time needed to focus inwards on your family, yourself, your needs, and what matters most. We all need that! Welcome back!
I have missed you. I am glad you are well. What I can see of your house looks beautiful. I can understand that things would be overwhelming. You were redoing a house AND you have kids! No need to explain anything. You do you! I am blessed to hear you and see you. I am glad to hear that you took a break from social media. I am 57 and just started FB during the pandemic because that was the only way my pastors communicated. And that is all I plan to do. I follow a few on TH-cam - you and Diane and a few crafters and that's it. You are real and authentic and I appreciate what you do. Many blessings on you and your family as you live your lives with authenticity!
I am so glad you stepped away and refocused, in doing so you have again modeled good behavior and wisdom.
Continued blessings!
You’re doing great! No pressure, lots of love!
Oh my! We are considering moving this summer and I think it is underrated how many “moving” parts there are with moving a family. The stress is crazy. We want to move closer to family. I’m glad you are well and taking better care of yourself! I like it when Diane in Denmark does her self-care bingo reminders because it is the thing I’m most likely to forget.
Hahahaha bless….I loved when yours sister called to say you were sideways😂😂😂so sweet and you are gorgeous and I love this channel. You are helping me put the systems in place to help my home stay clean. Welcome back x.
WELCOME BACK!!!! I can’t wait to get organized with you! I need more Steph in my life ❤️ you are so real. Thanks for sharing with us!
Oh Steph this is uncanny. I thought of you this morning, hoping you were doing okay and there you were on TH-cam.
Just so thankful you made these decisions for what is best for you and your family.
Look forward to whenever you are occasionally on TH-cam.
So glad you're back!! Thanks so much for coming back!!! No it's the best live ever! Shake it off and know that you are loved by many!!
I am a recent follower since the beginning of December/22. Your previous videos were like a life raft for me, as of now 3 months in, I am benefiting daily. Thank you and I do get the need for self care!!