I totally get that mindset. I was a homemaker and stay at home mom when I was in my 20s. My ex divorced me and I was a struggling single mother for 4 years. My childhood sweetheart came back into my life and we got married. It took many, MANY years for me to be okay with not making an income and relying on my husband. I worked up until a little over 6 years ago when our youngest child was born with special health needs. I transitioned into a full time homemaker and caretaker. I am now 40, married 10 years to the love of my life, and still to this day struggle with that scared urgency to make my own money because of what was done to me when I was younger even though I know and trust my husband to do the right thing by us.
Oh wow, sounds very similar to my life. It’s just something we have to remind ourselves of and be thankful we are not there anymore! Thank you sis for Sharing this! 🫶🏼
As far as quitting working and learning to live on one income, I had the same experience as you did. I'm still learning! If I had one tip it would be to not forget about yourself. It's very easy to always make sure everyone else has everything, that your home looks great etc. But even just getting one small thing for yourself can pick up your mood. Like getting a coffee when you run errands or getting a conditioner you like best. It's a prevention against being resentful, along with everything else you mentioned (learning contentment)
I don't know if you're a Christian but I have six children and I don't feel the need of a pick me up....what exactly does that do for you?? Don't you get things for yourself regularly or are you only allowed to buy a cup of coffee every once in a while?? I don't get how that makes less resentment.....why do you have resentment in the first place??
@Jamison Smith And April Smith Channel maybe bc she's not a robot? When you NEVER get a break, can't afford babysitter can't afford sanitary products for yourself you can get a bit grumpy. I've been less grumpy lately by the grace of God but when you're struggling mentally or feel alone or feel like nobody is caring Bout you especially your husband it's easy to feel a bit of resentment. Not everyone's perfect Karen.
I think what your saying is very smart and sometimes we have let go of things that we want and focus on what we need that’s what’s important in life love you
I admit my life has always been frugal but comfy, so it was easy to become a housewife in my early 20s. With my dad we were working class, but I never lacked anything I needed or even wanted. My husband has created a lower middle class environment for me through his self-employment. I know I'm fortunate to have had good men in my life as well. That makes a huge difference to being able to have peace of mind and a feminine presence. I've learned that anxiety is pointless and everything will always work out one way or another - that's been my experience anyway.
Hi!!! So I’m very grateful we are currently in a place where we can still buy what we want without me having a 9-5 because we have our own business but I am a minimalist by choice. I started noticing I wanted to be content with less when he had a 9-5 and we couldn’t just buy whatever we wanted as we do now And it was the best choice ever. It truly helps to be content with less. Helps with anxiety, depression, frees time , less Cleaning, just buy what you need good quilt and it’s ’ll laSt forever. Love your honesty and you will make this a steady income your videos are so cute!
Girl, what an amazing open and honest video 🧡 I feel like it’s So important to budget and to think about things before you buy them, regardless if you can afford it at that moment or not. But it is a journey, it doesn’t come that easy, because we are constantly influenced to ‘need’ and want certain things. That’s why I’m trying to limit my social media apps.. the less you see the less you want 🙈 I would pick time with my family over more money any day. If I get caught up in thinking about what I don’t have I try to be aware that time is So much more valuable. And you are So right about the bad vs good habits. I’m trying to be less on my phone and more present. That’s the main goal right now 🙂
Yes, I definitely agree! That’s my goal to!! I only have one social media and that’s hard lol thanks Kelly!! I think we all struggle with this & we just have to put the figurative stop sign up in our minds when we catch ourselves desiring unnecessary things✋ 🛑 your doing great!! Keep it up sis 💝
Great job getting your workout done! Great advice! I have a sampler that I embroidered that says, “One way to live happily ever after is to not be after too much.” When I shop, I have rules for myself- when I see something I want, I have to know where I will put it and if something else is there, I need to be willing to get rid of that (or have another place for it and doesn’t create clutter). I don’t just buy because I like it. I like a lot of things, but that doesn’t meant I need to have them. I have seen some RUclipsrs whose videos are almost all thrifting and decluttering over and over. It is still possible for thrifting to be poor money management as well. Contentment is a show of respect to our husbands. I’m glad Josiah got to get out in the sunshine. He is such a cutie!
Yes 🙌 🙌 🙌 I learned that as well! Just because I like it doesn’t mean that I should get it even if I can get it. It takes self discipline and self control along with self respect to in some ways. Your right!! Thank you for sharing sis!! 💝🥰😌 I have that rule to , something must go! I find objects in the home bring me a lot of emotion so I need to be careful with what and how much I get. If it doesn’t bring me a sense of joy when I look at it, I don’t need it!! 😋
@@TheWellNourishedHomemaker That is so interesting you mention objects in your home bring a lot of emotion. I’m the same way. I thought I was the only one that felt like that. Thanks for sharing that!!
I just found your channel. You are such an inspiration. I am a stay at home mom of 5. I remember the days when I had my first two (twins). I would make a game out of being frugal. Every season of life we face comes with new adjustments. You are doing a great job!
I hope and pray for your channel to grow and prosper. Your baby is adorable and my goodness girl that workout was insane. I was sweating 😓 just watching you. God bless you!
I really enjoyed watching this, your humility and gentleness speaking is so encouraging and inspiring! Thank you so much for sharing I’m getting ready to go into homemaking after having been independent most of my life, you make it look good and I feel more prepared to face the changes 💖💖💖
So happy to hear this! Of course everything has its challenges and ups and down, season as well. So have realistic exceptions 🌸 so glad I can help in any way and thank you for being here supporting my channel🥰
You brighten my day 🤍 I love listening to your advice and grateful for all you share with us ladies. Wow Josiah is so beautiful what a little angel! You’ve even become more beautiful after becoming a mother Audrey 💖
I love your videos. I'm an adult in my early twenties and never really was told to do any house work as a skill to learn and love. Living in a third world country, we have maids so a lot of the house chores i skipped out on as my parents made me prioritise my studies instead. and i realised its not what gave me peace like homemaking did. I love your videos and love watching them as I do my own thing! a few small suggestions would be that to make the music transitions a bit more smoother, to keep the audio of you speaking at the same level throughout the video and when you're speaking to lower the music a bit more so you're voice is more separable from it.
Loved the video!!! So much great advice. I also get wanting things, and not being able to get them. But, having what you need. It's hard to see other people's homes and things and not start wishing you had more. I have struggled with this for so long. I'm learning to count my blessings, and be thankful for what the Lord has blessed me with. Thanks for sharing! 💜💜
Yes absolutely Raylnn 💝 there will always be someone who has more and someone who has less than us. There’s nothing wrong with wanting nice things and working hard to get them is encouraged but not at the cost of your happiness. It takes time and you will slowly get there! That again is learning the quality of patience! 😌
@@TheWellNourishedHomemaker Perfect response and so encouraging! Our For Sure Life, I think we can all struggle with that. The most beautiful homes are the ones that are filled with love.
Hi I'm new here and I love it. This video was right on time for me I have so much I want and need to do but I tend to want to do it all at once. This was inspiring and I am definitely now subscribed ❤
This was the most soothing video!!! just watching you so patiently iron and listen to the wisdom you have to share was just encouraging💕 thank you so much for sharing what was on your heart! It affirmed a lot for me and inspired me as a mama of 3 littles❤️
I just found your video/channel! I love this! I am just transitioning to being a full time homemaker while we are going through some fertility treatments. Your video was so inspiring and I am so glad I am not the only one that flops on the bed when I'm trying to put the sheets on 😂. Again thank you so much! I'm looking forward to keep watching your videos!
Haha 😆 yes lol thank you so much sis!! So happy for your new transition. And hope your treatments go well! I know Maca powder can help balance hormones as it supports your endocrine system. One of the key benefits of maca is its ability to boost fertility or treat infertility problems. Natives of the Andes mountains (where maca is grown) have long used maca as a fertility aid. Look I to superfoods if you haven’t already and holistic naturopathic ways. Don’t mean to tell you what to do lol just want to help 🥰
Spend less money. Your house is sooo big and beautiful . Was the cat eating on the bed? Lol . I love your video and YOU. You look beautiful . You’re such a competent and resourceful person to this day, you have so much strength 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Hi there!! I just found your channel and loving it!!! Could you share the workout video you were doing in this video or a couple that you enjoy?! Thank you!!! God bless 🤍
I totally get that mindset. I was a homemaker and stay at home mom when I was in my 20s. My ex divorced me and I was a struggling single mother for 4 years. My childhood sweetheart came back into my life and we got married. It took many, MANY years for me to be okay with not making an income and relying on my husband. I worked up until a little over 6 years ago when our youngest child was born with special health needs. I transitioned into a full time homemaker and caretaker. I am now 40, married 10 years to the love of my life, and still to this day struggle with that scared urgency to make my own money because of what was done to me when I was younger even though I know and trust my husband to do the right thing by us.
Oh wow, sounds very similar to my life. It’s just something we have to remind ourselves of and be thankful we are not there anymore! Thank you sis for Sharing this! 🫶🏼
As far as quitting working and learning to live on one income, I had the same experience as you did. I'm still learning! If I had one tip it would be to not forget about yourself. It's very easy to always make sure everyone else has everything, that your home looks great etc. But even just getting one small thing for yourself can pick up your mood. Like getting a coffee when you run errands or getting a conditioner you like best. It's a prevention against being resentful, along with everything else you mentioned (learning contentment)
Yes I definitely I agree. I do that each week as a little pick me up! Great advice! Id love to share on next video 🥰💝😊 thanks sis !!😋
I don't know if you're a Christian but I have six children and I don't feel the need of a pick me up....what exactly does that do for you?? Don't you get things for yourself regularly or are you only allowed to buy a cup of coffee every once in a while?? I don't get how that makes less resentment.....why do you have resentment in the first place??
@Jamison Smith And April Smith Channel maybe bc she's not a robot? When you NEVER get a break, can't afford babysitter can't afford sanitary products for yourself you can get a bit grumpy. I've been less grumpy lately by the grace of God but when you're struggling mentally or feel alone or feel like nobody is caring Bout you especially your husband it's easy to feel a bit of resentment. Not everyone's perfect Karen.
I think what your saying is very smart and sometimes we have let go of things that we want and focus on what we need that’s what’s important in life love you
Yes 🙂thank you sis 🌺
I admit my life has always been frugal but comfy, so it was easy to become a housewife in my early 20s. With my dad we were working class, but I never lacked anything I needed or even wanted. My husband has created a lower middle class environment for me through his self-employment. I know I'm fortunate to have had good men in my life as well. That makes a huge difference to being able to have peace of mind and a feminine presence. I've learned that anxiety is pointless and everything will always work out one way or another - that's been my experience anyway.
Yes 🥰
Hi!!! So I’m very grateful we are currently in a place where we can still buy what we want without me having a 9-5 because we have our own business but I am a minimalist by choice. I started noticing I wanted to be content with less when he had a 9-5 and we couldn’t just buy whatever we wanted as we do now
And it was the best choice ever. It truly helps to be content with less. Helps with anxiety, depression, frees time , less
Cleaning, just buy what you need good quilt and it’s ’ll laSt forever. Love your honesty and you will make this a steady income your videos are so cute!
Yes definitely agree.. it can Entrap you. Glad it worked well for you! Thank you for that!! So glad you enjoy them 😊
Your "ramble" was full of wisdom, wisdom I wish I had had when I was a young woman. Your a joy to watch, and love that little boy!
Thank you so much for staying to the end and supporting my channel!! Your nice comments very go unnoticed 💝💝💝
Girl, what an amazing open and honest video 🧡
I feel like it’s So important to budget and to think about things before you buy them, regardless if you can afford it at that moment or not. But it is a journey, it doesn’t come that easy, because we are constantly influenced to ‘need’ and want certain things. That’s why I’m trying to limit my social media apps.. the less you see the less you want 🙈
I would pick time with my family over more money any day. If I get caught up in thinking about what I don’t have I try to be aware that time is So much more valuable.
And you are So right about the bad vs good habits. I’m trying to be less on my phone and more present. That’s the main goal right now 🙂
Yes, I definitely agree! That’s my goal to!! I only have one social media and that’s hard lol thanks Kelly!! I think we all struggle with this & we just have to put the figurative stop sign up in our minds when we catch ourselves desiring unnecessary things✋ 🛑 your doing great!! Keep it up sis 💝
Kelly DJW, I agree! This is why I love Audrey’s channel. She is so authentic and I can relate to her.
Your so sweet 🥰thank you ☺️
Great job getting your workout done! Great advice! I have a sampler that I embroidered that says, “One way to live happily ever after is to not be after too much.” When I shop, I have rules for myself- when I see something I want, I have to know where I will put it and if something else is there, I need to be willing to get rid of that (or have another place for it and doesn’t create clutter). I don’t just buy because I like it. I like a lot of things, but that doesn’t meant I need to have them. I have seen some RUclipsrs whose videos are almost all thrifting and decluttering over and over. It is still possible for thrifting to be poor money management as well. Contentment is a show of respect to our husbands. I’m glad Josiah got to get out in the sunshine. He is such a cutie!
I love your quote!♥️
Yes 🙌 🙌 🙌 I learned that as well! Just because I like it doesn’t mean that I should get it even if I can get it. It takes self discipline and self control along with self respect to in some ways. Your right!! Thank you for sharing sis!! 💝🥰😌 I have that rule to , something must go! I find objects in the home bring me a lot of emotion so I need to be careful with what and how much I get. If it doesn’t bring me a sense of joy when I look at it, I don’t need it!! 😋
Me to!!💝💝💝
@@TheWellNourishedHomemaker That is so interesting you mention objects in your home bring a lot of emotion. I’m the same way. I thought I was the only one that felt like that. Thanks for sharing that!!
Your welcome 🤗
I just found your channel. You are such an inspiration. I am a stay at home mom of 5. I remember the days when I had my first two (twins). I would make a game out of being frugal. Every season of life we face comes with new adjustments. You are doing a great job!
wow...I cant imagine .....thank you so much :) you ladies always continue to inspire and encourage me :)
just by the way, your eyes are captivating. beautiful. and the video is great too. keep going mama
Your so sweet… thank You! I’ll try 😊
It was so interesting to watch you go about your daily routine and hear you share your thoughts. Thank you.
So glad you enjoy it 🙂 thank you sis
I hope and pray for your channel to grow and prosper. Your baby is adorable and my goodness girl that workout was insane. I was sweating 😓 just watching you. God bless you!
Haha it was a good workout for sure lol 😅 and thank you .. I hope so to!! I was glad to 💝 ☀️ 👶🏼
I felt that leap to the far corner of the bed with the sheet in my souuul lol LOVED THIS!
Haha 😆
Habits of a homemaker -sent me here 🌸🤗
Hey 💝 so happy to have you!!
Thanks for coming! I hope you enjoy and find encouragement 😊
Well it sounds like hard work has paid off you do Awesome
Thank you sharing your sharing you experience and joy of homemaking. We need more voices of encouragement.
Your welcome 🤗 thank you for that 🥰
You are indeed a wise woman. First time I’ve dropped in on you (thank you RUclips) and I’m very impressed and touched. Bless you, dear!
Thank You so much ☺️ happy to have you
The wisdom is things I’ve learned from the Bible ❤️
Very thankful to have found your channel. I’m home with 2 under 3 & this video was so encouraging❤️
You got this! I’m so glad 🙂
Great video thank you ❤ the last of good habits and bad habits were exactly the things I need to and want to work on.
You're so welcome!
God bless you, your such an inspiration!
Thank You so much ☺️
You are my new favorite channel! 🤩🥰
Oh wow 😯 thank you for that! I’m glad your enjoy it 🙂
I really enjoyed watching this, your humility and gentleness speaking is so encouraging and inspiring! Thank you so much for sharing I’m getting ready to go into homemaking after having been independent most of my life, you make it look good and I feel more prepared to face the changes 💖💖💖
So happy to hear this! Of course everything has its challenges and ups and down, season as well. So have realistic exceptions 🌸 so glad I can help in any way and thank you for being here supporting my channel🥰
Thank you for another encouraging video. Beautiful as usual 💗 I loved the quilt on the bed in the beginning! It looked so spring-y!
Thank you so much sis!! It was a gift 💝
You brighten my day 🤍 I love listening to your advice and grateful for all you share with us ladies.
Wow Josiah is so beautiful what a little angel! You’ve even become more beautiful after becoming a mother Audrey 💖
Thank you sooooo much 🥲
he’s my sweetheart 💝
Your always so sweet 🥰
Love your channel so far!
Thank You sis 🙂
Loved this ❤
I love your videos. I'm an adult in my early twenties and never really was told to do any house work as a skill to learn and love. Living in a third world country, we have maids so a lot of the house chores i skipped out on as my parents made me prioritise my studies instead. and i realised its not what gave me peace like homemaking did.
I love your videos and love watching them as I do my own thing!
a few small suggestions would be that to make the music transitions a bit more smoother, to keep the audio of you speaking at the same level throughout the video and when you're speaking to lower the music a bit more so you're voice is more separable from it.
Great suggestion sis !! Thank you so much! 🫶🏼
@@TheWellNourishedHomemaker ❤️❤️❤️
Loved the video!!! So much great advice. I also get wanting things, and not being able to get them. But, having what you need. It's hard to see other people's homes and things and not start wishing you had more. I have struggled with this for so long. I'm learning to count my blessings, and be thankful for what the Lord has blessed me with. Thanks for sharing! 💜💜
Yes absolutely Raylnn 💝 there will always be someone who has more and someone who has less than us. There’s nothing wrong with wanting nice things and working hard to get them is encouraged but not at the cost of your happiness. It takes time and you will slowly get there! That again is learning the quality of patience! 😌
@@TheWellNourishedHomemaker Perfect response and so encouraging! Our For Sure Life, I think we can all struggle with that. The most beautiful homes are the ones that are filled with love.
Yes 💝💝💝thank you!!
@@jannier9766 Yes!!! 💜💜💜💜💜
Hi I'm new here and I love it. This video was right on time for me I have so much I want and need to do but I tend to want to do it all at once. This was inspiring and I am definitely now subscribed ❤
Glad it was helpful!thank you so much 🥰🫶🏼😊
You are so inspiring ,enjoyed this video!
Thank You ☺️
I’m new here! And I’m wishing you much love 💕 Hope you’re having a bright day ✨
I am gonna start following now!
Hey hey sis 🙂 why thank you! Happy to have you!! 😁
This was the most soothing video!!! just watching you so patiently iron and listen to the wisdom you have to share was just encouraging💕 thank you so much for sharing what was on your heart! It affirmed a lot for me and inspired me as a mama of 3 littles❤️
Awww 🥰 thank you for that 🥲🌸I’m so glad 🙂
Beautiful
I really appreciate your commentary
Thank you sis! I appreciate you all 🌸
I just found your video/channel! I love this! I am just transitioning to being a full time homemaker while we are going through some fertility treatments. Your video was so inspiring and I am so glad I am not the only one that flops on the bed when I'm trying to put the sheets on 😂. Again thank you so much! I'm looking forward to keep watching your videos!
Haha 😆 yes lol thank you so much sis!! So happy for your new transition. And hope your treatments go well! I know Maca powder can help balance hormones as it supports your endocrine system. One of the key benefits of maca is its ability to boost fertility or treat infertility problems. Natives of the Andes mountains (where maca is grown) have long used maca as a fertility aid. Look I to superfoods if you haven’t already and holistic naturopathic ways. Don’t mean to tell you what to do lol just want to help 🥰
so wonderful thank you for the beautiful video and wisdom I can really relate =)
Thank you ☺️ you are very welcome. Much wisdom is going in the Bible 🌸
I’m so happy I found your channel
Yay 😁 thank You ❤️
What amazing eyes you have! I'm a woman (lol) but wowww so beautiful! It's a beautiful gift from God! And good video too thank you
Thank you so much! 🥰
This was really lovely, got me thinking I need to make staying in touch with loved ones a priority
Thank You ☺️ I’m so glad 🙂
Also I love your style. You look so feminine & cozy!
Oh thank you! 😌
Spend less money. Your house is sooo big and beautiful . Was the cat eating on the bed? Lol . I love your video and YOU. You look beautiful . You’re such a competent and resourceful person to this day, you have so much strength 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Your sweet hals!! Thanks 😘
ABSOLUTELY AGREE! STTB; Happy Valentine's Day
Thank you Barbara 💝
your always so sweet!! 😋
This was very helpful. I just subscribed.🙏😊
Oh good 😅🙂👍🏼🥰
Hi there!! I just found your channel and loving it!!! Could you share the workout video you were doing in this video or a couple that you enjoy?! Thank you!!! God bless 🤍
Yes, I can and thank you 😊 I believe that was fitness blender on RUclips but can’t remember.
I love your big covers is so pretty
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What is your cleaner you use?
I think the one in this videos in one I made with simple earth essential oils recipe box 📦
He's cute