Simply Convivial: Encouragement for homemaking & homeschooling

Mystie Winckler

Short but meaty pep talks for busy Christian moms who want to manage their homes & lives for the glory of God – and enjoy it, too.

  • 16 minutes 4 seconds
    Why You’ll Never Be ‘Done’ Organizing—And That’s Okay

    Are you tempted to think you can get everything organized in just a week? Especially between Christmas and New Year’s? Join Community Coaching: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/socc

    Let’s talk about why real progress takes longer—and why that’s okay.

    In this episode, I share insights from Simplified Organization Community Coaching and how the process of organizing your home and life isn’t about flipping a switch. It’s a journey that requires consistent steps, adjusting your habits, and embracing the reality that life keeps changing.

    You’ll also hear inspiring stories from women in the community who’ve learned how to maintain steadiness through life’s challenges—whether it’s illness, chaos, or major transitions. These are real wins from real people, showing how sticking with small, faithful efforts leads to big changes over time.

    Organization isn’t about achieving perfection. It’s about showing up, growing, and taking the next step forward—together.

    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

    19 December 2024, 1:44 pm
  • 15 minutes 17 seconds
    Embracing Change: Growth, Grace, and Sanctification

    Life and faith require growth and change. Embrace sanctification, trust God’s grace, and rejoice in His work in you through every stage of life. Join us for Community Coaching: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/socc

    In this episode, we dive into the beauty and challenge of change. Whether it’s personal growth, spiritual sanctification, or the shifting dynamics of family life, change is a part of God’s design. Learn how to notice progress, embrace growth with gratitude, and trust God’s grace through every stage of life.

    ✨ Key Topics Discussed:

    Why change is essential for growth
    How sanctification is God’s work in us
    Overcoming fear and anxiety about change
    Trusting God’s grace in parenting, homemaking, and life
    🎧 Listen in and be encouraged to see the adventure in life’s changes!

    📖 Related Reading:

    John Calvin, Institutes of the Christian Religion
    John Frame, Systematic Theology

    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

    12 December 2024, 4:47 am
  • 15 minutes 40 seconds
    “Housework makes me mad”

    Need to get better at cleaning your home and being a happy stay at home mom? Join Community Coaching: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/socc

    Feeling overwhelmed by housework? Learn how to manage chores without resentment, embrace ongoing tasks, and foster family teamwork in homemaking.

    Read the article: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/blog/housework-makes-me-mad/

    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

    5 December 2024, 6:03 am
  • 20 minutes 8 seconds
    Holiday Reset: The 5-Step System to Prepare for an Amazing New Year

    Feeling overwhelmed as you prepare for the new year?  Start Ready5 with us! https://simplyconvivial.com/ready5/

    In this seminar talk, Mystie Winckler shares practical wisdom for embracing a slower pace during the holidays to reflect, reset, and prepare your heart and mind for the year ahead. 

    Learn how to balance intentional goal-setting with grace-filled rest using the Ready 5 framework: Repent, Rejoice, Edify, Align, and Dare. Mystie discusses how to let go of perfectionism, avoid “delusions of grandeur” in planning, and approach goals as exciting dares rather than overwhelming obligations.

    Whether you're juggling family life, routines, or personal growth, this talk will inspire you to take simple, actionable steps for organizing your attitude and life. 

    Don’t miss these insights to help you navigate the transition between holiday rest and productive rhythms. Grab your timer, print the prompts, and start your Ready 5 brain dump today!

    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

    26 November 2024, 3:04 am
  • 17 minutes 26 seconds
    Choosing Joy: Overcoming Worry Through Prayer and Gratitude

    Discover how to overcome worry, embrace joy, and find lasting peace through prayer, gratitude, and a heart anchored in Christ. Join us: https://convivialcircle.com

    Worry steals our joy, but true happiness is found in Christ. In this talk, Mystie Winckler explores how to overcome anxiety and cultivate lasting joy through faith, prayer, and gratitude. Learn why joy is a fruit of the Spirit, how to replace worry with peace, and how even life’s challenges can draw you closer to God. 

    Whether you're preparing for the holidays or seeking daily encouragement, this session offers practical, faith-based insights to help you anchor your heart in Christ and experience the joy that surpasses all understanding. Watch now for inspiration and biblical wisdom on living a joyful life!


    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

    21 November 2024, 5:17 am
  • 8 minutes 29 seconds
    Women should celebrate life with baby showers!!

    Or, In Defense of Baby Showers and why every baby should be celebrated by the community.

    Free attitude adjustment guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/attitude/

    Read the article here: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/blog/why-do-a-baby-shower/

    Each baby shower is an occasion for women outside a childbearing season themselves to remember to honor the life-giving purpose of women. Not all women do give life via childbirth, yet all women are for life – creating, nurturing, and developing life.

    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

    14 November 2024, 6:08 am
  • 18 minutes 12 seconds
    5 novels to help you be a better mom

    Yes, moms should read novels. Here are my top 5 novel recommendations for Christian moms. Make time to read.

    Read it here with book links: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/blog/5-novels-to-help-you-be-a-better-mom/

    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

    7 November 2024, 1:12 pm
  • 5 minutes 52 seconds
    Simple Ways Smiling More Can Change Your Life as a Mom!

    Cultivating Joy as a Fruit of the Spirit - a how-to for moms

    Join the Joy Reset: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/joy-reset

    Christians must remember that joy is a fruit of the Spirit. Joy does not originate from within us; it comes from the Holy Spirit. We can ask for joy, knowing that God delights in giving it. To increase joy, take a minute to pray, asking God to increase your joy for His glory. God provides joy by guiding us to walk in His way. As you ask for joy, stay open to the Holy Spirit's guidance. 

    To increase the joy in your home, smile intentionally at each family member. Make someone laugh by doing or saying something funny. This simple act can significantly lighten the mood and atmosphere in your home. Share your experiences and results in the comments. Experiment with different ways to bring joy to those around you and observe the positive changes.

    00:00 Understanding Joy as a Fruit of the Spirit
    00:55 Praying for Increased Joy
    02:02 Practical Steps to Increase Joy at Home
    02:42 Using Humor to Lighten the Atmosphere

    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

    1 November 2024, 2:23 pm
  • 7 minutes 46 seconds
    Discover the SECRET to Living a Joyful Life!

    Organize your attitude by replacing negative thoughts with gratitude! 

    Join us for the Joy Reset Masterclass: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/joy-reset

    By taking three specific "baby steps," viewers are encouraged to create a more positive and thankful outlook towards their surroundings, family members, and particularly their marriage. This practice of gratitude is suggested as a way to bring peace and joy, aligning with the spiritual guidance provided by the Heidelberg Catechism on the importance of prayer and thankfulness.

    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

    31 October 2024, 1:35 pm
  • 8 minutes 10 seconds
    GRATITUDE vs. Negativity: Which One Will You Choose?

    In this episode, we dive into a brain dump exercise aimed at increasing gratitude and cheerfulness. 

    Get more at the Joy Reset Masterclass: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/joy-reset

    We explore organizing our attitudes, identifying positive 'hooks' for gratitude, and building motivation by recognizing the blessings in our personality and gifts. We challenge ourselves to list things we love about ourselves, while also pinpointing what often steals our joy. We learn to shift focus from blaming others or circumstances to utilizing the power of the Holy Spirit, and we create a resources list of ten things that make us happy and grateful. This episode offers practical steps to transition from ingratitude to gratitude and from anger to joy, encouraging a transformative mindset and a motivated approach to daily life.

    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

    29 October 2024, 2:56 pm
  • 7 minutes 39 seconds
    Clean Your Bathroom in 10 Minutes FLAT!

    Joy Reset Masterclass: https://shop.simplyconvivial.com/joy-reset

    Don't make these bathroom cleaning mistakes! Watch this video for tips on how to clean your bathroom effectively and efficiently as part of your weekly routine.

    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://simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

    24 October 2024, 5:00 pm
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