From Daydreamer to Doer - Amie Garner's Transformation
12/17/24 • 18 min
Amie shares her inspiring journey from being a daydream planner stuck in perfectionism to becoming a doer who embraces progress over perfection. Join us for Community Coaching: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/socc
In this episode, Mystie Winckler sits down with Amie Garner, a wife, homeschool mom of 5, and long-time member of Convivial Circle. Amie shares her inspiring journey from being a daydream planner stuck in perfectionism to becoming a doer who embraces progress over perfection.
Together, they discuss:
✅ How perfectionism holds us back (and how to overcome it).
✅ The power of interval planning to create sustainable routines.
✅ Why taking baby steps—even when it feels too slow—leads to real change.
✅ How to adjust your plans with life’s unpredictable seasons.
Amie’s transformation is a testament to the value of starting small, sticking with it, and giving yourself grace along the way. If you’re overwhelmed by clutter, routines, or unrealistic expectations, this conversation will inspire you to stop daydreaming and start doing.
🔗 Ready to move from overwhelm to action? Learn more about Convivial Circle and Simplified Organization Community Coaching here:
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📌 Timestamps
00:00 – Intro to Amie Garner
02:00 – Recognizing perfectionism as the real struggle
06:15 – Why plans don’t need to be perfect (or permanent)
10:30 – How interval planning gives freedom and flexibility
15:00 – The power of baby steps: starting small and iterating
20:00 – Overcoming hard moments without giving up
24:00 – Final encouragement for perfectionists
🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement in their homemaking and productivity journey!
#SimplyConvivial #OvercomingPerfectionism #ProductivityForMoms #HomemakingTips #IntervalPlanning #OrganizeYourAttitude #FromDaydreamerToDoer
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com
🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm
Amie shares her inspiring journey from being a daydream planner stuck in perfectionism to becoming a doer who embraces progress over perfection. Join us for Community Coaching: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/socc
In this episode, Mystie Winckler sits down with Amie Garner, a wife, homeschool mom of 5, and long-time member of Convivial Circle. Amie shares her inspiring journey from being a daydream planner stuck in perfectionism to becoming a doer who embraces progress over perfection.
Together, they discuss:
✅ How perfectionism holds us back (and how to overcome it).
✅ The power of interval planning to create sustainable routines.
✅ Why taking baby steps—even when it feels too slow—leads to real change.
✅ How to adjust your plans with life’s unpredictable seasons.
Amie’s transformation is a testament to the value of starting small, sticking with it, and giving yourself grace along the way. If you’re overwhelmed by clutter, routines, or unrealistic expectations, this conversation will inspire you to stop daydreaming and start doing.
🔗 Ready to move from overwhelm to action? Learn more about Convivial Circle and Simplified Organization Community Coaching here:
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📌 Timestamps
00:00 – Intro to Amie Garner
02:00 – Recognizing perfectionism as the real struggle
06:15 – Why plans don’t need to be perfect (or permanent)
10:30 – How interval planning gives freedom and flexibility
15:00 – The power of baby steps: starting small and iterating
20:00 – Overcoming hard moments without giving up
24:00 – Final encouragement for perfectionists
🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement in their homemaking and productivity journey!
#SimplyConvivial #OvercomingPerfectionism #ProductivityForMoms #HomemakingTips #IntervalPlanning #OrganizeYourAttitude #FromDaydreamerToDoer
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com
🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm
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A weekly review prevents things from falling through the cracks, enables realistic planning, and builds margin for priorities. Start small by reviewing your calendar, listing weekly priorities, and practicing consistently.
Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com
🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm
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Redefine Hospitality: How to Open Your Home to Glorify God (with Rachel Alaia)
Rachel Alaia, a member of the Convivial Circle, shares her heart for gospel-centered hospitality. As a bilingual, newly born-again Christian, Rachel lives with her family on a big ranch in the coastal mountains of Mexico, where she's restoring a classic hacienda and embracing her calling to serve her family and community.
Join us as we discuss:
🌟 Redefining hospitality: Moving beyond perfectionism to glorify God.
🌟 The power of small, faithful steps in homemaking and ministry.
🌟 Trusting God’s provision in the midst of daily life and challenges.
Rachel’s story is a beautiful testimony of transformation—how opening our hearts and homes can reflect God’s love to others. Whether you're looking to embrace a more intentional, joyful approach to hospitality or need encouragement in the midst of daily routines, this conversation will inspire and uplift you.
👩🍳 For more encouragement and practical tips for cheerful homemaking, visit Simply Convivial: https://simplyconvivial.com
🌿 Connect with the Convivial Circle community to dive deeper into these topics and find support on your own homemaking journey: https://simplyconvivial.com/convivial-circle/
📖 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if this conversation encouraged you! Let’s spread the joy of simple, faithful living.
#ChristianHomemaking #Hospitality #FaithfulLiving #SimplyConvivial #GospelCenteredHomemaking
📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done
https://www.simplifiedorganization.com
🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore:
https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm
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