#Simplifying Daily Routines

[365momme]

10 Productivity Hacks for Moms

Being a mom is a fulfilling yet demanding job that requires juggling multiple responsibilities. From managing household chores to taking care of children, finding time for oneself can be a challenge. However, with the right mindset and effective strategies, moms can boost their productivity and make the most of their time. In this blog post, we will share ten practical productivity hacks…

[ourlittlehouseinthecountry]

✨ New on the blog today! ✨ Over the past few years, I’ve slowly (and sometimes messily!) let go of things that just weren’t serving me — habits, expectations, clutter (both physical and mental), and the idea that I had to do it all, perfectly, all the time. This post isn’t about having it all figured out — far from it. It’s just a gentle list of 12 things I’ve stopped doing in order to live a life that feels a little bit slower, softer, and more like me. If you're craving more ease, less pressure, and a little inspiration to simplify — this one’s for you 💛 Tap the link in bio to read, and let me know which one speaks to you most 🌿 #intentionaliving #slowliving #simplifyyourlife #slowlivingblog #livewithintention #slowlivingmovement #lessbutbetter #consciousliving #seasonalliving #slowandsimple #ourlittlehouseinthecountry #midlifemusing #softliving #mindfulchoices #slowandseasonal

[death-and-dyl]

How I Am Simplifying My Life - an Ongoing List

This all sprouted from graduating college and feeling lost without the structure it had. (It’s been 3 years but shhhh)

I’ve been feeling lost and behind in life so I hope to alleviate some pressure from myself. Here are my ideas:

Stop tracking so many things.

Books? My reading app does it for me.

Money? Budget weekly and set up auto pay (I used to do my budget every day)

Habits? I‘m already good at them, less pressure from not tracking them has helped.

I‘m only tracking my weight, exercise and food intake at this point.

I deleted Notion. It was heart breaking but I don’t use it anymore. I swore by it in college but now I never get on my laptop to use it (it’s so laid out in a way that using it on my phone SUCKS)

One journal - I write literally everything in it. Notes, feelings, to do lists, etc.

Stop being so productive all the time. Every waking moment doesn’t have to be working. Let myself relax watching YouTube or read, I don’t have to be constantly learning something or cleaning. I make time for those things, I don‘t have to ONLY do those things.

Simple meals, simple organization systems, simple outfits, simple routines, etc etc. Ain‘t no one have time for all the nonsense.

That‘s all I got for now.

Give me some ideas of your own :))

[realestateinvesting001]

Why Living with Ease Doesn’t Mean Being Lazy 🌿✨

In today’s fast-paced world, we’re often taught that success and productivity come from constant hustle and stress. But what if I told you that living with ease doesn’t mean being lazy? In fact, living with ease can help you become more productive and balanced without the overwhelmed. If you’ve been feeling burned out, exhausted, or like you’re always busy without really getting anywhere, this…

[tmentor]

Atomic Habits Book Summary (by James Clear): Animated Video and Illustration

[thesophistiicate]

how to build a more beautiful life without buying anything new 🌷

refinement isn’t always about upgrading, but about removing what is meh, unnecessary, or uninspired from your life.

we often think of “elevation” in terms of acquiring more—higher-quality pieces, better routines, more sophisticated habits. but true refinement is just as much about what we remove as what we add. it’s about cutting away the excess, the mediocre, the things that subtly drain our energy or clutter our space, until only what is essential and beautiful remains. this also serves to create space to attract new and better into your daily life.

this applies to every area of life:

1. your physical space

there is an immense luxury in empty space—in a drawer that isn’t overstuffed, in a wardrobe where every piece feels intentional, in a room that allows you to breathe. removing what is uninspired or poorly made creates a sense of clarity and presence.

donate the items you keep “just in case” but never reach for

let go of objects that feel stagnant or disconnected from who you are becoming

allow space for quality, rather than trying to fill every gap with “good enough”

2. your aesthetic

instead of endlessly collecting, refining your personal style is about editing—removing the pieces that no longer resonate, so what remains is effortless, cohesive, and undeniably you.

remove everything that makes you feel "off" or doesn’t align with your self-image

embrace the confidence of repetition—having signature pieces rather than chasing variety

invest in fewer, better things, even if it means waiting longer for the right pieces

3. your schedule & commitments

a truly refined life is spacious. it’s knowing that time is the ultimate luxury and protecting it accordingly.

eliminate social obligations that feel like obligations rather than joys

identify where you’re overcommitting, and create room for deep focus and presence

simplify routines—focus on rituals that feel rich rather than forcing excessive steps

4. your mindset & energy

refinement is also an internal process. removing limiting beliefs, unhelpful habits, or outdated narratives makes space for a more intentional way of being.

unfollow content that subtly drains or distracts you

release outdated goals that no longer excite you

remove the pressure to always be more—sometimes, subtracting is the elevation

elevation isn’t just about the next level—it’s about clearing the way for what truly matters. when you strip away what is unnecessary, what remains is sharper, stronger, and infinitely more beautiful.

where in your life could use an edit?

[littlelalaland]

Tips for Maintaining Daily Routines for littles!

-Set Visual Reminders

-Use sticky notes, colorful checklists, or a chart with stickers for completed tasks.

-Create a Reward System

-Reward yourself after finishing a task (e.g., “If I brush my teeth, I’ll get 10 minutes of coloring”).

-Simplify Tasks

-Break bigger tasks into small steps

-Incorporate Play, Pretend you’re a character taking care of themselves (like a princess or superhero).

-Use toy or kid-like items to make tasks feel more fun (e.g., brushing with a light-up toothbrush).

-Ask for Help if needed

-If you have a caregiver or supportive person, ask them to remind you or guide you through tasks.

-It’s okay to use tools like apps with cute graphics to remind yourself of routines.

[cashmerekittennnn]

the sweetie blueprint ୭ ˚. ᵎᵎˎˊ˗🎀

hi sweeties! the journey of self improvement can you be so so confusing and overwhelming at times. ive created a simplified blueprint! this blueprint is not about perfect - its about creating a life that feels so balanced, purposeful and aligned with who YOU want to be. whether youre starting your personal growth journey or looking to refine and revive your approach, this guide is perfect for you to build habits, shift your mindset and create a new life that leads to a meaningful to transition! enjoy 🎀

MENTAL WELLNESS:

your mind is the foundation to creating the life that you desire!

no social media for the first hour of being awake - protect your peace before you open your phone.

read 15 pages a day - expand your knowledge, a smart girl is a pretty one!

limit social media during the day - be focused and present (if you're trying to create your dream life and improve yourself you wont have time to look at mindless things and doom scroll)

journal! - practice gratitude morning and night.

practice delayed gratification - maintain focus!

PHYSICAL WELLNESS:

your body is your home, and is so so sacred, care for it.

10 minute morning stretch - wake up your body.

10k steps a day minimum - keep yourself energized, active and ready!

follow your workout schedule - create and align a workout schedule to your own personal goals.

fuel your body intentionally by eating 3 healthy meals

take your supplements !!!

ACADEMIC BARBIE:

create a personalized academic schedule for yourself - set yourself up for success, assess how you succeed in academics and implement that into your game plan.

apply this to your life, let it become second nature.

SPIRTUAL ALIGNMENT:

stay grounded in fail and in yourself!

practice meditation - realign your energy and calm your spirit

follow your religion.

pray morning and night - start your day with good intention and connection to your beliefs.

affirm - you become what you believe! affirm affirm affirm.

SELF CARE + BEAUTY:

looking good is an act of self love!

doll yourself up everyday - when you look good, you feel good.

gua sha and facial massage - keep that face snatched.

have a daily hygiene routine - keep yourself clean, groomed and fresh.

skincare morning and night!

have self care nights - make them a sacred time for you - dont let anything disturb your peace

xxx, belle 🎀

[girlietips]

Let’s simplify

Life is easier when you have less to worry about.

The less you have to worry about the easier it is to grow.

Declutter your space

Go through your closet and get rid of anything that doesn’t align with your future self.

Go room by room getting rid of things that do not make sense to have.

Declutter your phone and laptop of old files that you do not need.

Organize your life in a way that is easy to follow and can be maintained.

Simplify your routines

Instead of a 20 step skin care routine that is so overwhelming to do pair down and make it more manageable.

Create a morning routine that is easy to follow and won’t rush you. Yeah it’s great you did all of it but there’s no point in having all those tasks if you rush and don’t enjoy them.

Focus on 3 tasks per day that you have to get done. Set aside an hour a day to devote to them.

Create simple meals that fulfill your cravings and health needs. There is nothing wrong with eating the same thing every day as long as it is healthy.

Maintain

Create a cleaning routine that is simple and you complete weekly.

Continually declutter and get rid of things that no longer belong in your life.

Adjust as you grow. If there is one part of your morning routine you dread change it so you can fully enjoy yourself. Your routines should grow as you do.

Allow for a daily tidy of your space. A well maintained space should only take 15-25 minutes to tidy daily.

Meal prep once a week. Make a day of it. Turn on your music and allow yourself to enjoy cooking without stress.

[sensualnoiree]

astro notes: scorpio new moon 11/1

This Scorpio New Moon illuminates the shadowed aspects of our lives, encouraging us to face hidden truths, resolve past burdens, and reconnect with supportive communities. The New Moon's Sabian symbol, “A fellowship supper reunites old comrades,” speaks to the power of shared experiences and communal bonds, suggesting that solace can be found in reconnecting with people who have walked similar paths. The Moon's trine with Saturn offers grounding energy, helping us simplify and stabilize our priorities, while the Mars-Pluto opposition challenges us to transform destructive impulses into positive action. This potent alignment opens a path for emotional release and constructive growth.

Rising Sign Delineations:

Aries Rising With the New Moon activating your 8th house, this is a time to face deep, transformative processes that could involve shared resources or intimate relationships. Reconnecting with trusted friends or mentors from the past could help you navigate unresolved fears. Saturn’s trine in your 12th house provides a stabilizing influence, encouraging solitude and internal reflection. As Mars in the 4th house opposes Pluto in your 10th, you may feel tension between personal life and career, but there's an opportunity to rebalance and redefine your goals.

Taurus Rising This New Moon in your 7th house brings focus to relationships and partnerships, encouraging you to explore any underlying issues or resentments. The supportive energy of Saturn in your 11th house suggests that reaching out to friends or joining a community can help you feel grounded. With Mars in your 3rd house opposing Pluto in your 9th, honest conversations may reveal new perspectives, fostering growth in both personal and intellectual areas.

Gemini Rising Activating your 6th house of health and daily routines, the New Moon encourages a fresh start in self-care or work-life balance. This is a perfect time to release unproductive habits. Saturn in the 10th house enhances your career stability, helping you focus on professional goals. The Mars-Pluto opposition from your 2nd to 8th house encourages a careful approach to financial matters, urging you to align your energy with long-term investments or shared resources.

Cancer Rising With the New Moon in your 5th house, this is a time to release creative blocks and reconnect with your inner joy. Saturn’s trine from your 9th house adds a steadying influence, helping you find meaning through philosophical exploration or a structured study. Mars, at the tail end of your 1st house, opposing Pluto in your 7th, highlights a balance between personal desires and relationship dynamics, calling for compromise and deeper understanding.

Leo Rising The New Moon in your 4th house encourages introspection around home and family matters, giving you an opportunity to let go of old family patterns or find peace in solitude. Saturn’s influence in your 8th house highlights stability in shared resources or emotional connections. The Mars-Pluto opposition between your 12th and 6th houses may reveal hidden stressors related to work, offering an opportunity to heal and transform daily routines.

Virgo Rising In your 3rd house of communication, the New Moon invites you to release outdated beliefs and foster more meaningful connections. Saturn’s trine from the 7th house stabilizes partnerships, encouraging you to find supportive friends or colleagues who share your values. The opposition of Mars and Pluto from your 11th to 5th house calls for balance between personal projects and collaborative efforts, emphasizing the importance of teamwork over control.

Libra Rising This New Moon in your 2nd house signals a time to reassess values and financial matters. Reconnecting with past mentors or communities might provide perspective. Saturn’s influence in your 6th house supports stability in your daily work and health routines, making this an ideal time to simplify. With Mars in your 10th house opposing Pluto in your 4th, you may experience tension between home and career, but clear boundaries and focused energy can bring harmony.

Scorpio Rising In your 1st house, this New Moon empowers you to release old self-concepts and embrace a renewed sense of self. Saturn’s trine from your 5th house encourages creative self-expression, helping you find grounding through art or other personal projects. Mars in your 9th house opposing Pluto in your 3rd urges you to confront limiting beliefs, fostering open-mindedness and deep introspection.

Sagittarius Rising This New Moon activates your 12th house, emphasizing healing and release from subconscious fears or unresolved issues. Saturn’s trine from the 4th house promotes grounding through family or home-related stability. The Mars-Pluto opposition from your 8th to 2nd house encourages balance between shared and personal resources, inviting you to work through complex emotional dynamics for greater security.

Capricorn Rising With the New Moon in your 11th house, this is a time to reconnect with social groups or allies who share your aspirations. Saturn’s trine from your 3rd house supports stability in communication and learning. The Mars-Pluto opposition between your 7th and 1st houses may highlight power dynamics in relationships, calling you to find common ground and communicate openly with loved ones.

Aquarius Rising The New Moon in your 10th house suggests a fresh approach to career goals and public roles, possibly through reconnecting with professional mentors. Saturn’s influence in your 2nd house encourages financial planning and resourcefulness. The Mars-Pluto opposition from your 6th to 12th house might reveal hidden stressors related to health or work; releasing old patterns will help create a more supportive daily structure.

Pisces Rising In your 9th house, the New Moon inspires you to expand your worldview and seek knowledge, perhaps by reconnecting with wise friends or mentors. Saturn in your 1st house lends a steady hand to your self-development journey, encouraging clarity and discipline. With Mars in your 5th house opposing Pluto in the 11th, finding a balance between individual creativity and group collaboration becomes essential for personal fulfillment.

follow for more astro insights like this and head on over to @quenysefields or my etsy --> sensualnoiree to grab my new astrology guidebook on reading your own natal chart :)

[thatgentlewife]

Simplifying Chores as a Housewife 🏡 🫧🌸

1. Create a Routine:

A daily and weekly schedule helps keep you on track. Try to tackle tasks in 10–15 minute blocks throughout the day to avoid a big pile-up.

2. Declutter Regularly:

The less clutter you have, the easier it is to clean. Donate or store items you rarely use and keep surfaces clear.

3. Set Priorities:

Focus on the essentials—like dishes, laundry, and tidying common spaces—and don’t feel like you have to do everything at once.

4. Use Multi-Tasking Cleaners:

Opt for all-purpose cleaners that can be used on different surfaces. They cut down on the need for multiple products and can save time during a clean.

5. Batch Tasks Together:

Group similar chores, like washing dishes while cleaning the kitchen or folding laundry while watching a show, to be more efficient.

6. Involve Everyone:

If possible, delegate smaller tasks to your children or even guests who are willing to lend a hand.

7. Laundry Hacks:

Designate one or two days a week as “laundry days” to keep it from becoming overwhelming. Keep a laundry basket in every bedroom or bathroom for easier sorting.

8. Pre-Cook and Meal Prep:

Planning meals and preparing ingredients ahead of time saves effort. Batch cooking on weekends can also make weekday meals much easier.

9. Make Chores Enjoyable:

Play music, listen to a podcast, or put on a favorite show in the background. It makes the tasks feel less like work.

10. Use the Right Tools:

Invest in time-saving tools like a vacuum with attachments, a good mop, and an automatic toilet cleaner. Quality cleaning tools can make a big difference.

11. Plan Breaks:

Take small breaks between tasks, so you don’t get burned out.

Hope you find this helpful 🌛🪷

[ourlittlehouseinthecountry]

Lately, I’ve been thinking about how busy life feels — even when we’re at home. The days are full, the to-do lists never end, and sometimes we forget to even take a breath. But I truly believe slow living isn’t about abandoning your responsibilities — it’s about approaching life a little more gently. 💛 I’ve just published a new blog post on this very topic: “Slow Living for Busy People: 5 Gentle Ways to Embrace a Calmer Life.” If you’ve been craving a slower pace, but don’t know where to start, this one’s for you. I’m sharing 5 simple things I’ve found genuinely helpful in creating more ease and presence — even on the busiest days: 🍃 Savor micro-moments of mindfulness 🍃 Create calm mornings the night before 🍃 Set a digital curfew to protect your peace 🍃 Say “no” gently but firmly 🍃 Reconnect with nature and seasonal rhythms It’s full of practical ideas and gentle encouragement — nothing overwhelming or unrealistic. Just small, doable changes that help you slow down and feel more at home in your own life. 💫 You’ll find the full post linked in today’s Stories, and it’s also in the link in my bio (under "New on the Blog"). I’d love to know which tip speaks to you most! 💭 📚 Read it here ➝ ourlittlehouseinthecountry.com/slow-living-for-busy-people 📥 Save this post to revisit anytime you need a reminder to slow down — #slowliving #intentionalliving #simpleliving #mindfulliving #gentleliving #slowlifestyle #liveintentionally #calmliving #mindfulmornings #slowlivingmovement #ourlittlehouseinthecountry #peacefuldays #createcalm #livingwithintention #consciousliving #holisticliving #slowlivingtips #dailyintentionality #slowlivingforbusypeople #intentionalhome #seasonalliving #slowmoments #groundedlife #intentionalmotherhood #simplifyyourlife #intentionalroutines

[bloomzone]

hellooo, i have a silly question:

how can i be more productive and have a better mindset? i'm currently in high school, and my grades are terribly dropping. i have 0 motivation, and i cant seem to focus on anything. i really want to be productive, but uhhh i also have strict parents.. i need help!!

hi pookie AAAH u are going through a lot let's break all that into chunks first !

How to be productive !

1.Visualize Success

Picture the outcome of completing your tasks to stay motivated.

2. Plan Your Day

Make a To-Do List: Write down tasks in order of priority.

Set Specific Goals: Break larger tasks into smaller, actionable steps.

3. Create a Routine

Establish a consistent daily schedule to build habits.

Start with high-energy tasks in the morning and save lighter ones for later.

4. Avoid Multitasking

Focus on one task at a time for better quality and efficiency.

5. Minimize Distractions

Put your phone on silent or use apps to block distractions.

Work in a clean, quiet, and organized environment.

6. Use Time Management Techniques

Pomodoro Technique: Work for 25 minutes, take a 5-minute break, and repeat.

Time Blocking: Allocate specific hours for tasks or categories.

7. Take Care of Yourself

Sleep: Ensure you get 7-8 hours of rest.

Nutrition: Eat a balanced diet to maintain energy.

Exercise: Physical activity improves focus and reduces stress.

8. Avoid Perfectionism

Aim for progress, not perfection. Sometimes "done" is better than "perfect."

9. Reward Yourself

Celebrate small wins to stay motivated.

how to improve your mindset ?

I have a blog where I talked about that with details (click here!)

High school study method

I feel you I'm also in high school and grades are ONE AND FOREVER thing to care about .Improving your grades back in high school is completely achievable if U take small consistent steps and focus on progress rather than perfection as I said before .. First, create a study plan that breaks your day into manageable chunks of work and rest—this will help you avoid feeling overwhelmed. Start with your most difficult or important subjects when your energy is highest, and review class notes daily to reinforce what you’ve learned. Don’t be afraid to ask your teachers for help; they’re there to guide you and will appreciate your effort. If you struggle to stay motivated, remind yourself why education is important—whether it’s to achieve your dream career, make your family proud, or prove to yourself that you can succeed. Celebrate small wins, like completing an assignment on time or understanding a tough concept, and reward yourself with something you enjoy. Remember, you don’t have to do it alone .. study with ur friends (I mean ppl who have interest in studying), use online resources, and focus on one step at a time. You’re capable of so much more than you think ..

Study methods !

The Active Study Cycle

1. Preview the Material

Skim the chapter or topic you’ll study before class. Look at headings, subheadings, key terms, and summaries to get an overview.

2. Attend and Engage in Class

Actively participate, ask questions, and take notes in your own words. Highlight key points your teacher emphasizes.CHANGE UR MINDSET study = great future

3. Review and Organize Notes

After class, rewrite or organize your notes neatly. Use diagrams, bullet points, or flowcharts to simplify complex concepts. TRY TO REWRITE UR NOTES UNTIL THEY STUCK IN UR BRAIN

4. Apply Active Recall

Test yourself regularly by asking questions about what you’ve studied. Use flashcards, quizzes, or apps like Anki to reinforce memory.

5. Practice Spaced Repetition

Review the material multiple times over several days instead of cramming. This method strengthens long-term retention.

6. Teach Someone Else

Try explaining the topic to a friend or even to yourself . Teaching reveals gaps in your understanding and reinforces knowledge.

7. Use Past Papers and Practice Tests

Solve past exam questions or practice problems under timed conditions to familiarize yourself with the format and improve time management.

8. Break the shit Down

Divide your study sessions into 25-30 minute chunks with short breaks in between (Pomodoro Technique). This prevents burnout and keeps you focused.

9. Create a Study Space

Set up a clean, quiet space with all the tools you need (notebooks, pens, etc.)

10. End with a Summary

At the end of each study session, summarize the main points of what you’ve learned to solidify your understanding.

strict parents and motivation!

I FEEL YOU CUZ SAME

Dealing with strict parents while staying motivated as a student can feel overwhelming, but remember: Tough times never last, but tough people do. Your parents' strictness likely stems from their desire to see you succeed, even if their methods feel harsh. Instead of focusing on the pressure, channel that energy into proving to yourself—and them—that you are capable.

Your future is created by what you do today, not tomorrow Stay consistent with your efforts, even when it’s hard. Break your goals into small, manageable steps and celebrate every victory, no matter how small. Treat your studies as a way to build your dream life, not just something to satisfy your parents.

When things feel too heavy, remind yourself: You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think You’re not alone in this journey, and every challenge you face is shaping you into a stronger person.

Finally, keep in mind: Success is the best revenge cuz One day, when you’ve achieved your goals and created a life you love, you’ll look back and thank yourself for not giving up. Trust the process and keep moving forward—you’re stronger than you think!

Stay focused on your goals and remember that small steps lead to big results. Challenges, like dealing with strict parents or tough situations, are opportunities to grow stronger. Trust yourself, keep pushing forward, and know that your effort today shapes your success tomorrow. "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."

© bloomzone

[theresattrpgforthat]

Do you have any games that involve urban fantasy with less focus on fighting than something like Dresden or Shadowrun?

THEME: Urban Fantasy (Minimal Fighting)

Hello there! What I've got here is quite a mix, I wasn't sure how much violence you wanted (or didn't want) so I have a little bit of romance, a little bit of nostalgia, and a little bit of horror!

City of Mist, by Son of Oak Games.

City of Mist is a role-playing game of film-noir investigation and super-powered action. It is set in a modern metropolis rife with crime, conspiracies, and mysteries. The protagonists are Rifts, ordinary people who became the living embodiment of a legend, their Mythos. While your Rifts may seek to strike a balance between the mysterious nature of their Mythos and their mortal aspirations, the powers within them always threaten to tear their lives apart. They have unwittingly become a part of a secret world of clashing stories, and soon other legends will come looking for them with demands.

City of Mist is a combination of PbtA and FATE, giving your characters descriptive tags to use for both their benefit and their detriment as they go about solving mysteries in a supernaturally-saturated city. The primary theme of the game is mystery, and thus more than anything your characters will be primed for investigation. That’s not to say that there isn’t violence - but violence and fighting can be de-emphasized if the group is more interested in the mystery side of things.

Character Creation involves a combination of mundane and supernatural themes, as your character is endeavouring to strike a balance with the parts of themselves that they recognize (student, parent, office worker, ex-partner) and the parts of themselves that are hard to understand (mythical beast, deity, folktale, urban legend). What’s important to define is your daily routine, your personality, and what kind of supernatural powers you have.

This game isn’t explicitly anti-violent, but it absolutely provides you with ways to solve problems that aren’t violent, so I think City of Mist is worth checking out.

Scary Monsters & Nice Sprites, by Pammu.

Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites is a narrative RPG about spending your night in one of the only clubs in your city that’s safe for creatures of the night like yourself. All you want to do is have some fun just like the humans do. Play a supernatural creature of choice, put some sick EDM on the speakers and get your game on!

This game works best for an even number of players, up to 6, and is GM-less. It combines urban monsters with flirting, dark clubs and hookups. Each of your characters will look for a partner by doing things that will appeal to the other players. If they like what you do, they’ll reward you with tokens, which you can spend to improve the atmosphere of the club. Fill another player’s intimacy meter, you’ve won them over, and the two of you decide how the night ends for both of your characters.

If you want a game about flirting and the magic of a nightclub, this is your game.

The Far Roofs, by Jenna Katerin Moran.

The Far Roofs is an original role playing system and bundled campaign using pens or pencils, paper, six-sided dice, ten-sided dice, playing cards, and a bag of letter tiles. It's complete in one volume: with this one book and the equipment above, you'll have everything you need to play. 

As the story progresses, your characters will gain access to over 150 unique, narrative-focused powers developed and refined over the course of a decade for the Chuubo's Marvelous Wish-Granting Engine RPG before being simplified and adapted for use herein.

The Far Roofs is still being Kickstarted, but Moran’s work on Chuubo’s Wish-Granting Engine produced a game that emphasizes wonder and emotional experience. The Far Roofs looks to deliver along the same lines, and the examples of play point towards investigation, social interaction, and magic powers. Jenna Moran is also known for her unique and evocative storytelling in her work, so I think it’s definitely worth checking out.

Lighthearted, by Kurt & Kate Potts.

Welcome to the magical 80s dream world of Lighthearted. You are a Prep, Jock, Geek, Rebel, or Outcast, like those kids in The Breakfast Club, except you are just about to start magic community college. Through play, we'll explore how you grow out of your high school cliques all while dealing with magical mishaps, college parties, vampires, and worse—finals!

Lighthearted is a complete tabletop roleplaying game that uses the language of film and television to reimagine the coming of age stories popular in 80s teen movies like Weird Science and Sixteen Candles, but with a modern fantasy spin. It's set in an alternate 1980s with fantasy elements weaved into the most outlandish bits of 80’s pop culture. There are fantasy religions mixed in with mall culture, dark magic cold wars, and magical glamours instead of plastic surgery.

This is a game of magic and coming-of-age, as you play first-year students at a magical community college. You’re off to the big city, and the big world - will you survive your first college party? Your first vampire?

The whole game feels like the neon lights of a vibrant night-life combined with the nostalgia of an 80’s film. Your magic is attached to how you feel, so as your emotions change, so will your effectiveness at certain actions. If you want a game that’s as light as its name, and you are seeking out rosy-tinted nostalgia, this might be your game.

Changeling: the Lost, by Onyx Path.

Once upon a time, they took you from your home. They promised you a place at their side, and meaning in your life, and they surrounded you with beautiful things. But the beautiful things were oh so sharp, and they laughed when you bled.

Day by day, they changed you. But day by day, your will grew stronger. On the last day, you smashed your way through the beautiful things and ran, not noticing as you bled or feeling as you cried.

You fought with courage and cleverness and took yourself home. Now the beauty and the horror are yours, to have and to hold and to live.

Welcome to once upon right fucking now.

So I’m familiar only with the 1st edition of Changeling, but as far as I understand, the setting and core premise of the game is the same in the 2nd edition. Changeling: the Lost is a game of fairy trauma. Your characters are survivors of a fae horrorscape, a place both wondrous and terrifying all at once. This game is solidly in the horror genre, but it contains within it a taste of the magical, and it’s also the reason I got into roleplaying in the first place.

As in many Chronicles of Darkness games, fighting is an option in here, but it’s not a wise option. Getting into fights pulls at your characters’ ability to understand the difference between our world and the world of Fae, it’s very easy to sustain supernatural damage that is hard to heal, and, well, sometimes it’s hard to tell who your real enemies are in the first place.

I’d say that Changeling is more of a political game than anything else. Your characters will have to dance through the highly literal wording of faerie pledges, and untangle difficult relationships between Courts that are both safe havens and potential beds of sedition. This is a violent game, but much of the violence possible in Changeling isn’t physical - it's emotional.

This Night On The Rooftops, by C.M. Ruebsaat.

This is a game about gazing out over the smokestacks after dark, with the wind in your hair and a friend at your side and a thousand lights of progress on the streets below. 

This Night on the Rooftops is a collaborative storytelling game for 2-5 players about friendship, growing up, and revolution. You will play members of a gang of children in The City, a fantastic world of industry and dying magic, where witches labour alongside factory-workers to make ends meet.

This game looks slightly less modern, but it takes the fantasy aspect of witchcraft and places it inside an industrial city. The game uses a modified version of the No Dice No Masters rule set, which is excellent for stories that have an ebb and flow to them, managed through the use of token expenditure. This game is also GM-less, giving everyone at the table the same amount of control over what happens next.

Since the characters are a gang of teenage witches looking to make ends meet, this game doesn’t strike me as one that prioritizes fighting or violence. The city looks big enough to grind up the characters if they’re not careful, so they’ll likely have to find solutions to problems that don’t get them (or their dependants) in trouble. If the game is like other No Dice No Masters games that I’m familiar with, the group will also have a big say over which elements of the city are the most intriguing to them.

Partners: The Urban Fantasy File, by Tin Star Games.

Some murders are just elf defence…

Vampires are real, magic is real, elves are real - and murder is still very very real. This expansion takes you and your Partner down the moonlit streets of urban fantasy, where the dead sometimes get back up again but crime is still a mystery needing two heads to solve.

The base game for this, Partners, is a two-player mystery-solving game about a pair of detectives, a straight-shooter and a wildcard. You’ll need the base rules to play, but this supplement brings in dead elves, suspicious vampires, and other common characters in any urban fantasy genre. It can work as a one-shot, or as a series of episodes. If you want a game that's primarily about solving a mystery more than anything else, this is is for you.

Solacebound, by Sascha Moore.

Young monsters played at the boundary between the worlds. They slipped and stranded in a human city. Isolated and unwelcome, they search for each others help and a way back.

Solacebound is a GM-less Game for 3-5 people to play over a few hours. Search a sprawling, oppressive city for your friends, find out who is willing to give you a roof, bash back against authorities, cook together and console each other. Will you find a way back home before all passages close?

You are teenage monsters trying to find their way through an urban environment, in a place that is hostile to them. You survive by hiding out, finding each-other, and do things together to make sure you keep each-other healthy. Cards from a deck act as resources, but also as an oracle to help you describe the fallout of any given action, and the emotions that are attached to it. This is a game about metaphors, about what it is like to live in a place that fears you, so I definitely recommend making sure the entire table knows what this is about before starting a game.

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Subway Runners, by Gem Room Games.

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Portuguese mariner’s astrolabe coated with silver by Nicolao Ruffo, 1645

The technical evolution of navigational instruments is inherently linked to the historical development of the art and science of navigation. As early seafarers sailed cautiously along familiar coastlines, they developed an intimate knowledge of the daily movements of the sun, moon, and stars. They knew that by determining the height of the polestar (Polaris) above the horizon in their home port they could navigate in the open ocean and return home by sailing north or south until the observed star reached the same elevation. Once the observed star reached the predetermined altitude, returning home was just a matter of turning east or west and sailing in a straight line until home was reached. By the fifteenth century, the latitudes of many coastal cities were common knowledge and movement between these ports was fairly routine. Obviously, the consequence of an increasing number of voyages combined with rudimentary measuring systems was the frequent loss of ships, men, and cargo. As the cost of ships and cargos mounted, the need for more precise navigational techniques became imperative. During the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, the search for more accurate ways of determining altitude to the development of many new navigational instruments, most of them adaptations of instruments for making astronomical observations ashore.

The earliest astronomical instrument converted for nautical use was the quadrant, but the difficulties of keeping the instrument exactly vertical and preventing the plumb bob from blowing offline on the windy, rolling deck of the ship made its use at sea difficult. Like the quadrant, the mariner’s astrolabe was a simplified version of its astronomical counterpart. Stripped of the complex scales and stereographic projections, the mariner’s astrolabe contained only a simple graduated scale and an alidade for measuring the altitude of the sun or for sighting stars. To increase its effectiveness at sea, its weight was increased and its wind resistance was decreased by creating large openings through the body of the instrument. The combined effect of these changes provided greater accuracy than the nautical quadrant and made the mariner’s astrolabe the preferred instrument among navigators for nearly three hundred years beginning around 1460 and continuing through 1700.

This mariner’s astrolabe was found by diver Gigi Fernandes Corcia from Arqueonautus during the survey and excavation of a 17th century wreck at Passa Pau on the island of Santiago in November of 1999. It was found associated with other mid-seventeenth century material within a complex of deep gullies and caves at a depth of 7 to 12 meters. There was little or no site contamination with extraneous material. It was made by Nicolao Ruffo in 1645 and is currently listed number eighty-four in the National Maritime Museum’s (Greenwich) registry of astrolabes. This particular instrument is unique as the only known example of a mariner’s astrolabe coated with silver.

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MAKING REALSTIC NEW YEARS GOALS.

This year you are going to make goals that you will keep and continue to use throughout the year. These changes you want to make will require lifestyle changes and discipline, not motivation.

FIRST STEP

◇ Planning you goals.

Decide what you want to achieve this year. Write those goals down and then make branches from the simplifying how you are going to complete it and ehat you need to do in order to get it done.

For example: I WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT -> CALORIE DEFECIT -> EATING WELL BALANCED MEALS -> WORKING OUT X AMOUNT OF TIMES A WEEK

You obviously will make yours better but you get the point. You want to take your goal and divide it into things you have to do to achieve it. Taking a goal like 'losing weight' and simplifying it will make it more realistic and planned out.

SECOND STEP

◇ Implementing your goals

Write down your current routine for the day. From the time you wake up till the time you go to bed. If you are not progressing or completing anything you desire through doing that routine, change it.

For example: if you want to lose weight and your schedule looks like this currently -

WAKE UP

EAT

WORK

SLEEP

Then add the broken down goals and put those things inside the routine, making sure it fits into your schedule and still leaves time for other things.

WAKE UP

GO FOR A WALK

EAT BALANCED BREAKFAST

WORK

WORKOUT

SLEEP

This is an example and yours will have more things written down. But don't go overboard and work yourself out. Make tiny changes and progressively increase them as you improve your discipline.

THIRD STEP

◇ Execution and Discipline

Finally take that new and improved daily routine and actually do it. Don't sit here planning for the lifestyle you want to have, and give up after January first. Start planning now and implementing now so then by January it's not a shock. Don't give up and keep going, remembering why you started in the first place. Watch motivational videos and keep note of progress so when we enter 2025 you can look back and be proud of your achievements.

Embody your potential.