Cultivate a Good Life

We’re due for another round of Q&A! We are answering YOUR burning questions in this episode. Topics include: How to get un-stuck, struggles with infertility, favorite travel spots, the evolution of documenting as the kids get older, and more! SPONSOR: Save 10% at [loopycases.com](http://loopycases.com/) with the code **GoodLife10**. SHOW NOTES: Find the Project Life App [here](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/project-life/id915861546). Got a 4th grader? Use him or her to get a [free year pass](https://www.nationalparks.org/our-work/campaigns-initiatives/every-kid-outdoors) to the National Parks. Listen to our episode about autonomy [here](https://beckyhiggins.podiant.co/e/066-understanding-autonomy-37fe55e112fc24/). FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @BeckyHigginsLLC and @BeckyProudfit. THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love the podcast? Please share with your friends, tag us in your instagram stories, and leave a review on iTunes!

We’re addressing an array of documenting questions that came directly from you, our listeners!! BH shares all kinds of tips, tricks, insight, and encouragement to get you started and guide you along in your documenting journey. You’ll love what BP has to add too! Our hope is that after you listen to this episode you will feel inspired and supported to document those things that are meaningful to you in a way that helps you feel both encouraged and fulfilled. SPONSOR: If you’re looking for a quality notebook that features beautiful art and is the perfect size for everything from journaling to note taking to list-making, then look no further than the Simple Notebooks from [www.beckyhiggins.com](http://www.beckyhiggins.com/). Don’t forget to grab a few to give as gifts as well and take advantage of free shipping on all orders over $35 in the continental U.S. Check out these other episodes related to documenting: 016: [Documenting Like a Boss](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/016-documenting-like-a-boss/id1438937435?i=1000426880383) 026: [Documenting Your Travel](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/026-documenting-your-travel/id1438937435?i=1000432479974) 033: [Why Documenting Matters](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/033-why-documenting-matters/id1438937435?i=1000437519483) 039: [Connecting Through Storytelling](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/039-connection-through-storytelling-with-heidi-swapp/id1438937435?i=1000441291425) 043: [Q&A — Documenting Style](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/043-q-a-with-becky-squared-round-3/id1438937435?i=1000444135577) 070: [Journaling For Non-Journalers](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/070-journaling-for-non-journalers-kimberly-christenson/id1438937435?i=1000461921328) 077: [Document Your Truth](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/077-document-your-truth/id1438937435?i=1000465390487) 107: [Your Modern Story](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/107-your-modern-story/id1438937435?i=1000489220948) 120: [Gratitude Practices](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/120-gratitude-practices/id1438937435?i=1000498176050) The BH Classroom [ [classroom.beckyhiggins.com](http://classroom.beckyhiggins.com/) ] is where you can find a welcome video that gives an overview of what to expect, a free mini course called “My Modern Story” and our brand new mini course called “Documenting 101”. Grab your seat today! The Custom Handwriting Font can be purchased at [www.digitalprojectlife.com](http://www.digitalprojectlife.com/) under the “Fonts” category. FOLLOW @mymodernstory on Instagram for documenting inspiration and journaling prompts. CONNECT with us on Instagram — @BeckyHigginsLLC and @BeckyProudfit. THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love the podcast? Please share with your friends, tag us in your Instagram stories, and leave a review on iTunes!

What is our role as a parent? Are we a support to our children or are we there to control them, making sure they make all the right choices? What does success mean to you in regards to your parenting? BP leads this thought-provoking discussion and addresses these questions and many more. She talks about how to support our children in goals THEY set and, most importantly, how to get over attaching our worth as parents to what our children do or who they are. After listening to this episode, you’ll re-think a lot of your feelings about your worth and success as a parent. SPONSOR: Purchase the BH Simple Notebooks [here](https://www.shopbeckyhiggins.com/collections/simple-notebooks). SHOW NOTES: Listen to Episode 105 with Hank Smith [here](https://beckyhiggins.podiant.co/e/105-how-to-be-happy-with-hank-smith-38bedbcd8d948a/). Find Episode 066 about autonomy [here](https://beckyhiggins.podiant.co/e/066-understanding-autonomy-37fe55e112fc24/). Help teach your kids how to set goals in Episode 028 [here](https://beckyhiggins.podiant.co/e/028-helping-kids-cultivate-better-self-esteem-37385145cfbd72/). Books mentioned in this episode: [The Self-Driven Child](https://www.amazon.com/The-Self-Driven-Child-audiobook/dp/B0797ZV1RJ/ref=sr_1_3?crid=JLP2LZYCB3Y9&dchild=1&keywords=the+self+driven+child&qid=1599606231&sprefix=the+self+drive,aps,207&sr=8-3) by Ned Johnson [Boys Adrift](https://www.amazon.com/Boys-Adrift-Epidemic-Unmotivated-Underachieving/dp/0465040829/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=boys+adrift&qid=1599606273&sr=8-3) by Dr. Leonard Sax [Girls on the Edge](https://www.amazon.com/Girls-Edge-Anxious-Obsessed-Parents/dp/1541617800/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=girls+on+the+edge&qid=1599606308&sr=8-3) by Dr. Leonard Sax FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @BeckyHigginsLLC and @BeckyProudfit. THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love the podcast? Please share with your friends, tag us in your Instagram stories, and leave a review on iTunes!

BH shares 5 very specific and personal insights from the April 2021 LDS General Conference. One of our favorite things about these insights is how applicable they are regardless of religious background or beliefs. We truly believe that as you incorporate these basic principles into the foundation of your character that they will uplift and encourage you on your chosen path of cultivating a good life. SPONSOR: Visit [https://madenbags.com/](https://madenbags.com/) and use code BECKY to save 15%. SHOW NOTES: 5 WAYS TO MOVE ONWARD AND UPWARD 1 - CLEAR THE DEBRIS. Identify the debris in your life and remove it. 1A - Video - [Welcome Message](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/11nelson?lang=eng) by Russell M. Nelson (April 2021 LDS General Conference) 1B - Book - “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” by Marie Kondo 1C - Book - “Essentialism” by Greg McKeown 2 - FRAME OUR FAILURES DIFFERENTLY – Remember that your failures do not define, but REFINE you. 2A - Video – [God Among Us](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/12uchtdorf?lang=eng) by Dieter F. Uchtdorf 3 - LET THEM TALK – Give more space in your relationships as you let others do the talking. 4 - BE A STONE CATCHER 4A - Video – [Infuriating Unfairness](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/25renlund?lang=eng) by Dale G. Renlund 4B - Book – “[I Like Me Anyway](https://www.amazon.com/Like-Anyway-Embracing-Imperfection-Connection/dp/1735854409/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=brooke+romney&qid=1618978378&sr=8-1)” by Brooke Romney 4C - Follow Brook Romney on Instagram - @brookeromneywrites 5 - STOP REHEARSING YOUR DOUBTS WITH OTHER DOUBTERS 5A - Video – [Christ is Risen; Faith in Him Will Move Mountains](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/49nelson?lang=eng) by Russell M. Nelson 5B - Episode 114: [Cultivating Better Connection (with Brooke Romney)](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/114-cultivating-better-connection-with-brooke-romney/id1438937435?i=1000493913472) 5C - Episode 139: [Curiosity Leads to Connection (with Annie Joy)](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/139-curiosity-leads-to-connection-with-annie-joy/id1438937435?i=1000513431317) FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @BeckyHigginsLLC and @BeckyProudfit. THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love the podcast? Please share with your friends, tag us in your Instagram stories, and leave a review on iTunes!

Summer is here! And with this glorious time of year can also come the pressure to plan the most perfect summer ever. We are here to tell you that perfect is not the goal. Being intentional about the type of summer that is right for your individual family is so much more important than trying to make what you perceive “everyone else is doing” fit into your life. In this episode Becky P. walks us through some very specific questions to answer as you decide what you want this summer to look like. Whether you decide on a lot of structure, being easy and carefree, or something in between, you will be able to make the decision with the confidence that you are choosing the vibe you and your family need this summer. SPONSOR: Visit [classroom.beckyhiggins.com](https://classroom.beckyhiggins.com/) to learn more about our available online courses. SHOW NOTES: JOURNALING EXERCISE // 5 questions to ask: 1 - What has changed in your family and in your life since last summer? 2 - What is your most scarce resource? 3 - What do you think your family needs right now? 4 - How do I want the summer to feel in my home? 5 - What are our biggest rocks? What are our highest priorities? Using your answers to the questions above as your guide, think through the following categories as you cultivate the mindset you want for this summer: STRUCTURE // Screen Time: How much time do I want my kids on screens? What are the parameters for when that is okay? What does screen time include (phones, tablets, TV, video games, etc.) // Summer Jobs // Chores // Standing Activities – pool, movies, park, etc. VACATIONS // Do you want to take a vacation? Do you want to include your kids in that conversation or have the parents decide? ACTIVITIES // Not everything has to be meaningful. Let them be bored SUMMER RESOURCES: [CAMP MOM](https://fridaywereinlove.com/summer-camp-ideas-at-home/) from Camille Whiting. Check out her other blog posts at [fridaywereinlove.com](https://fridaywereinlove.com/) for tons of additional free summer printables! ALL TRAILS app. Download from the App Store or Google Play [BECKY P.’S SUMMER SURVIVAL AMAZON LIST](https://www.amazon.com/shop/beckyproudfit). Fun things to keep everyone sane this summer Keep an eye out for an exercise to help kids figure out what they like – coming soon to [ashleyrosereeves.com/blog](https://ashleyrosereeves.com/blog/). For more of our conversation with Ashley Reeves listen to [Episode 40: Summer Bucket List for MOM!](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/040-summer-bucket-list-for-mom-with-ashley-reeves/id1438937435?i=1000442050922) The book mentioned by Becky P. about video game times is “Boys Adrift” by Leonard Sax. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @BeckyHigginsLLC and @BeckyProudfit. THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love the podcast? Please share with your friends, tag us in your Instagram stories, and leave a review on iTunes!