You did it! You cleaned out the garage, the kids’ closets, the playroom, etc. You want to be so proud of yourself… …but deep down, you’re wondering just how quickly it will get out of control again. Can you relate? Here are three quick tips to help you maintain minimalism after decluttering:  When You Buy Something New This one is simple. If you buy something new for yourself, donate or give away something that is somewhat equal. For example, when you buy a new pair of tennis shoes, you need to donate or give away the oldest pair you currently have. Easy.  When You’re Given a Gift We’ve all felt that guilt when we’re given a gift. I mean, isn’t there some un-written rule that you have to keep it for at least a year before you give it away? Donating something doesn’t mean you didn’t like it; it just means you didn’t need it. So here’s the declutter new gift protocol: Accept it Admire it Donate it if you don’t need it. Paper If you find yourself having tons of paperwork at your house, try organizing your files by a timeline instead of by topic. [...]

Everywhere you turn, there are tips for how to be the best version of yourself. The advice you get usually isn't bad, but typically neglects what's best. So we end up attempting to figure out how to simultaneously serve ourselves... and serve others.  And this incessant cycle (and others like it!) is what often ends up making us feel like our lives are just. too. complicated. But what if the solution was a lot simpler than we make it? What if we're just failing to connect the chaos of our lives with our mixed-up priorities? And THAT is exactly what we covered in class with Lisa Whittle this week. She broke down all of the key areas (like service over spotlight) that she identified in her new book, Jesus Over Everything, that releases 3/24. You don't want to miss this interview, swHw! Join swHw and get instant access to the class recording. Join swHw!

Do those you lead feel like they're a task to you or like a person? There's a MUCH bigger opportunity in delegation than just crossing something off our list -- because as you've heard us say many times before, business is never just business as a believer. It's never just about your work, just about the task, or just about getting the job done. It's always, always ALWAYS about souls. Delegation: focuses on the task Development: focuses on the person  Discipleship: focuses on the Kingdom You don't want to miss the recording of The Discipleship Opportunity in Delegation class with Michelle Myers - become a member and listen now! Become a swHw Member!