13 Micro Habits That Improved My Life 💫

I'm always on the journey of tweaking little things in my daily routine. The littlest changed and havbits can be surprisingly transformative. In today’s video, I’m sharing 13 tiny but mighty habits that I've been using in 2024 that really help make my day to day life easier. We’re talking about small changes, like tweaking your morning routine or adjusting how you handle dinner, that can make your day smoother and easier. 🚀

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My name is Kallie Branciforte, and I am 'That Practical Mom' (formerly But First, Coffee). I'm here to share practical life hacks to help you get organized realistically, find attainable productivity, and simplify some of the chaos of life.

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[lorpatty]

One habit you taught me maybe a year ago or more, is never going to bed with a dirty sink. I think you mentioned in that video, that it builds up your momentum to clean other areas in your home every night. It absolutely does! So, I start with the sink with dishes then up clearing off the kitchen table and counters, wiping everything down, sweeping the floor, mop if need be, and tiding the living room. And the crazy thing most of the time it only takes 30 mins on a small mess to 45 mins one bigger ones! I love love love waking up to a clean kitchen and a tidy home! So thank you very much! I am going try some things you mentioned here! 😊

[oliann]

NEED a video about “crock pot dump meals.”

[pcxqgik]

You are not just a practical mom, you are a smart one too ❤.

[sozod]

1. Dim lights at 7 pm … ✅
2. A laundry basket per person … ✅
3. Journaling…✅
4. Meal prep… ✅ (when needed)
5. Empty car at end of day… ✅
6. Assign days for repeating task… ✅
7. Unplug from phone/screens … ✅ (still a work in progress)
8. Shampoo twice … N/A
9. Plan next days outfit … ✅
10. 10 minutes to get ready… ✅ (mostly)
11. Slow down … ✅ (wanting to be even slower 😅)
I could of missed one 🤔 but these are great!
I try to get a workout in. And I want to work on being a bit creative each day too.

[miz.harrington]

The best thing I ever learned from you was “tomorrow me will thank today me for doing this!!” ❤️Works every damn time!!👍The 10 min get ready is genius too!! 😍

[PEPSIKERR]

I’m now a grandma. Thank you for the video. Yea life is busy. One thing I used to do is no food in the car. Only water, therefore no soul clean ups. I’d keep each (4boys) a backpack packed with extra clothes, flip flops, snacks. A small football, frisbee, soccer ball. Our stores were a true home. So if kids were hungry either to or from our destination, we’d pull off at a park for 10-15 minutes reset eat, kick the ball around or just take off our shoes and feel the grass between our feet. Life was busy but it’s those 10 minute moments spending with the kids that’s important. I’m cheering you on.

[_imgracie]

Something I learned in therapy: “Slow is smooth & smooth is fast.”
It’s been a helpful mantra during the stressful parenting moments 😅

[digitaldorothy]

Omigosh! You changed your name! Good luck with your rebrand, your content is great no matter what you call it. ❤

[vi]

There is alot of controversy with better help, mainly around the quality and ethics of their therapists. You may want to research before continuing to partner with them 😊

[brookedengler]

Hey there! Could you make a video or linktree for all your go-to family recipes? I am struggling to find easy, cheap, and healthy meals and it sounds like you have some on hand! This would be SO helpful for the stage of life I am in. Thank you!

[patriciacee]

Doesn’t really matter what she calls it - Kallie’s channel is always my first choice for saving time and money! She’s a true find!

[denisefonda]

Kallie, I’m retired and my life is much quieter now than when I worked and had children at home. However, I find that some routine things are very helpful. I try to make sure all of the dishes are in the dishwasher or hand washed before bed, I make my bed before I leave the bedroom, in the morning and most importantly I meal plan and make a grocery list. I can’t believe the stress relief knowing what’s for dinner every night, gives me, and shopping with a list not only keeps me from forgetting something, it often keeps me from impulse buying. Little habits mean a lot 🙂

[jsjs]

For the last month, I have been placing my phone in AIRPLANE mode for chunks of time, throughout the day. This way, I still have access to the camera, calendar, alarm, etc…. It’s been a game changer! No WiFi, no social, no phone calls, no texts, etc…..❤

[ninnymuggins]

I don't do dishes at night because I'm tired, my eyes are tired and I probably won't do as good of a job. I always do dishes in the morning when the kitchen window is bright and sunny and I am wide awake!

[caitlineffend]

When I’m at the grocery store and my toddler wants to help ring every single item I let her because she’s a person to and just because she might seem to go slower than everyone else doesn’t mean she shouldn’t be able to! I’ve been trying to slow down life for sure! I’ve relieved myself from a lot of social pressure. ❤

[kelsey]

Would love to hear more about the recipes you’re doubling & freezing if you ever wanted to share about them.

[ingrid]

I’m an empty nester but your tips can be used by everyone.

[darlenebergantzel]

The idea of taking an empty bag for clearing out the car is something I never thought of. I’ll need to do this, now.

[lynaeeakettgreene]

I really appreciate your content. Most of the time I find stuff about cleaning and organizing really discouraging. But your videos help me feel better about my struggles.

[emilyemm]

I’m in a similar life stage as you with three young kids, and many of these habits I am working on myself. It is soooo easy to rush through things…then you blink and realize you want it to slow down! I’m going to set my Lock Screen to SLOW DOWN as a reminder throughout my day. It is so important and so easy to forget!