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Spring is around the corner, but when your to-do list is a mile long, it sure doesn’t feel that way. Between winter fatigue and the slow crawl to spring, adulting is extra hard right now.
That’s why we’re cutting through the noise and rounding up the best hacks, tips, and expert advice we found this month—to help you simplify home management, save time (and money), and streamline your life without the usual stress. Because honestly? We all deserve an easier way to keep it together.
Resources to make home & life management less stressful
1. 8 Things to Declutter in February 2025 for a Stress-Free Spring
Spring might still be weeks away, but a little decluttering now can do wonders. From that chaotic junk drawer to half-used beauty products, Home & Gardens breaks down exactly what to ditch this month for a fresher, calmer home.
Read it here →
2. Life Admin Life Hacks Podcast: Episode 100
Managing life admin without a mental breakdown? Sign us up. In their 100th episode, Dinah and Mia tackle listener questions on digital overwhelm, meal planning, and finally getting life admin under control (without losing your mind).
Listen here →
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3. 8 Financial Tips for Young Adults (or Beginners!)
Budgeting, emergency funds, taxes—oh my! If “getting your finances together” is still haunting your to-do list, these eight financial tips from Investopedia will help you feel like a money-savvy pro (or at least closer to one).
Read it here →
4. Home Maintenance Checklist for February 2025 (and beyond)
Your appliances work hard—time to return the favor. This month’s checklist from Luxe Global Group covers deep-cleaning must-dos for your kitchen and laundry essentials, so they keep running smoothly (and don’t break down at the worst possible time).
Read it here →
The quick list: bite-sized life hacks & tips
Short on time? These quick hacks will make your life a little easier:
- One-Minute Rule: If it takes less than 60 seconds, do it NOW!
- Focus Boost: Try the Pomodoro Technique—work for 25 minutes, take a 5-minute break.
- Meal Prep Hack: Spend 1 hour on Sundays batch-cooking meals (future you will thank you).
- Planning Pro-Tip: Set calendar reminders for non-urgent but important tasks (oil change, AC filter, etc.).
- Digital Declutter: Unsubscribe from unnecessary emails—clear your inbox and your sanity.
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The research reveals: women carry 71% of the mental load
Juggling schedules, remembering dentist appointments, knowing exactly when the milk will expire—all on top of a full-time job? Research shows that women are carrying 71% of the household’s mental load, and it’s taking a serious toll on their careers, relationships, and well-being.
The worst part? This imbalance is a major reason women are being held back in the workforce. But the conversation is shifting, and studies are breaking down what we can do to rebalance the load—because managing a home shouldn’t fall on one person’s shoulders.
Looking for one place to manage it all?
From maintenance schedules to keeping the pantry stocked, eeva is a brand new home life management platform that’s making adulting a little easier. We’ve already made some big waves this year, and can’t wait to keep supporting you on this wild journey through adulthood. Give eeva a try, and enjoy 30 days free to prove we’re worth it!
Making adulting less overwhelming, one day at a time.
At the end of the day, adulting will always come with its fair share of chaos—but that doesn’t mean it has to be overwhelming. With the right tips, tools, and a little bit of strategy, you can simplify the never-ending to-do list, save time for what actually matters, and streamline the way you manage home and life. And hey, if all else fails, just remember the One-Minute Rule—because even the smallest wins count. See you next month for more ways to make life a little less ugh and a lot more ahhh.
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