As you may have seen via Instagram, "phase 3" of our home remodel in underway! This is the big one! Although I am very excited to get this project completed, I am also a little anxious. So in addition to diligently planning all of the things that I need to do to prep the house, I have also explored ways to keep my sanity throughout it all. Here are a few things that seem to be working so far...
1. Having back-up plans. Not just one, but several, because if there is one thing that I do know, it's that things very rarely go according to plan. Accepting this is the first step to keeping your sanity intact.
2. Setting weekly attainable goals that you can feel good about crossing off your list. This will give you a sense of accomplishment, and help to keep you motivated throughout the process.
3. Having a space that you can be a refuge from the chaos. This is the place where everything is just as you'd like it, even if the space on the other side of the door is presently in disarray.
4. Leaving the house... Step away for a bit and do something that you enjoy. For me, that is taking a long walk by the water with my dog and grabbing a coffee. Whatever it is that makes you happy, do it!
5. Reminding yourself of the amazing space that you will have when its all done. The excitement of knowing that everything that you had envisioned for your space will be a reality will make it all worth it.
So for all of you that are going through a remodel, or are planning on one, prioritize self-care, and it will all work out just fine...
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