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Neva grew up with very little screen time—TV had specific hours, and you watched what was on. That was it. Fast forward to today, and screens are everywhere, all the time. It’s not just the kids. The demand for our attention has gotten louder, more persistent, and more exhausting.

So if you’ve found yourself thinking, “We need a break” or “This just doesn’t feel good anymore”—you’re not alone.

One thing that’s helped us? Creating a rhythm. Nothing fancy. Just a simple routine with two anchors: what we do, and when we do it.

Build in creative time—not as a filler, but as a focus. Paint, build, write, imagine. It doesn't need to be productive, just hands-on. Because when we don’t carve out time for that, we lose touch with it. And our kids miss it too.

We spend so much time consuming. What if, instead, we focused on reacting? On making? On using our skills instead of our screens?

Skill time instead of screen time. That small shift has made a big difference for Neva and her family.

Connect with Neva: https://www.thehappyhomesteadmaker.com

45:T530,Welcome to The Happy Homesteadmaker, the weekly podcast for women who are ready to rediscover the joy, purpose, and value of homemaking in today’s fast-paced, modern world. Join us every Tuesday as we challenge cultural norms and embrace the timeless calling of being a homemaker and homesteader. Through encouraging conversations and practical tips, we’ll explore how to: -Run your home like the meaningful profession it is. -Replace discontentment with joy and fulfillment. -Find purpose and peace in the simplicity of home and homestead living. With a blend of old-fashioned values and modern wisdom, The Happy Homesteadmaker empowers you to counter the paycheck-driven mindset and reclaim your role as a creator of society. You’ll learn to manage your mindset, optimize your daily opportunities, nurture your home network, and simplify your life—all while embracing the beauty and resourcefulness of homemaking. It

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