“It’s much better to tackle family life a month, or even a week, at a time. You won’t make it easier by worrying.”Clear clutterGetting rid of things you no longer need frees up space for fresh energy and ideas. Take time for yourselfHaving said that, it’s worth carving out some space for yourself, to see the big picture. You should be saving, says Brian Brown, consumer finance expert at Defaqto, because every family needs a rainy-day fund. “How about that 20 minutes when the food is in the oven for supper, instead of scrolling through your phone?” says Newman-Jones.

Source: The Guardian January 25, 2020 06:00 UTC