<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Keeping It Zen]]></title><description><![CDATA[KeepingitZen]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzen.com/my-blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:41:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[A Simple Practice for More Positivity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Documenting Small Wins By documenting these moments, you create a tangible reminder of your own forward movement. It might be as simple as getting out of bed with intention, preparing a meal, finishing a book you’ve been meaning to read, taking a walk, or pausing long enough to breathe before reacting. Each entry becomes a quiet piece of evidence: proof that your life contains movement, meaning, beauty, and effort — even on ordinary days. The more you notice these moments, the more your mind...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/embracing-every-victory-recognizing-and-celebrating-your-wins-in-the-face-of-chronic-illness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67ffb538624419a717de65cf</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 23:17:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/30b9b2_fdd1b110d321427bbafa1ae4458b45ee~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Does Your Cleaning Routine Look Like?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let's start from the top! Pick a manta for your month--mine is always the same: I reclaim this space for rest, order, and peace. Add in a goal: February is a threshold month of building quiet, strong habits. Cleaning is stewardship--not obligation. Write this at the top of wherever you are planning your routine. This is your why, your motivation, your driving force! There are only 5 things in your room! Don't look at me that way, I'll prove it! KC Davis wrote a fantastic book called: How to...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/what-does-your-cleaning-routine-look-like</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697b8668c1bd63f263ffac9a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:38:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/30b9b2_0a360604586d43c281d62cfeac81154f/720p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Using the Spoon Theory Can Help You Prioritize Energy and Opportunities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understanding energy management can be a challenge for many, especially for those living with chronic illness. A helpful framework for tackling this issue is the Spoon Theory, a metaphor created by Christine Miserandino. In this analogy, spoons represent units of energy, and everyday tasks are assigned a certain number of spoons. Once you run out of spoons, you need to rest and replenish. This post will explore how you can use the Spoon Theory to guide your planning, focus on what truly...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/how-using-the-spoon-theory-can-help-you-prioritize-energy-and-opportunities</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67ffb012b8aaa8c1ad1f836c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:53:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/30b9b2_5f8fd29cf5b44e9aaba1c73168f8b6a0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 3 Easy Crystal Grids for Focus (Even If Your Mind Feels Scattered)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Clear Quartz, Fluorite, Lepidolite, and Amethyst—thoughtfully placed on a sacred geometric design. Each crystal is intentionally positioned to promote clarity, calm, and energetic alignment. Perfect for meditation, journaling, or setting focused intentions, this grid serves as a visual and spiritual anchor for the mind. Ever sit down to work, study, or journal—and suddenly find yourself scrolling, snacking, or spiraling instead? You’re not alone. Focus is more than just willpower—it’s...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/3-easy-crystal-grids-for-focus-even-if-your-mind-feels-scattered</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68de8b182a27fc63f4f08d31</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 21:31:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_48bdb5f9e3974273ab58d0179748725f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I Don’t Just Clean the Room for Her?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teaching Skills, Independence, and Confidence (Even When It’s Hard) There are days when it would be so much easier  to just clean the room myself. I’m tired. There’s a lot to do. The mess feels loud. And I know that if I spent ten focused minutes, the floor would be clear, the bed would be made, and the whole thing would be done. But that’s not actually the goal. As parents—especially moms—we’re constantly balancing what’s efficient with what’s meaningful. And those two things don’t always...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/why-i-don-t-just-clean-the-room-for-her</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696d1f13482610fa28976aac</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:53:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/30b9b2_157db81729284fa4b518a835764e83e0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing Every Victory: Why Small Wins Matter When You Live with a Chronic Illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Living with a chronic illness means living with uncertainty. One day, you may feel like yourself again, capable and hopeful. Next, you...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/embracing-every-victory-why-small-wins-matter-when-you-live-with-a-chronic-illness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">684195a6fa193a512b9ec4ba</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:13:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_e5f42d07a3124ed88be9c30951998d09~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delegating and Asking for Help When You Have a Chronic Illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Asking for help can strengthen your bond with loved ones by showing them how they can support you, especially when done with grace and...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/delegating-and-asking-for-help-when-you-have-a-chronic-illness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6835b26d8076a97f5e0ca84e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 21:21:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_456a4ae41fd94b2eabc0f1d989e63dac~mv2_d_6720_4480_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Organizing Life with a Chronic Illness Using Technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[ How Digital Tools Can Lighten the Load of Managing Symptoms Living with a chronic illness can feel like navigating a stormy sea, where...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/organizing-life-with-a-chronic-illness-using-technology</link><guid isPermaLink="false">682bae34f0e048f87929f4a4</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 11:57:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a04ac0cde13c4cadb5e47f2d58d8f51a.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Simplified Daily Routine for Living Well with RA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simplify Your Routines Living with a chronic illness like rheumatoid arthritis means facing daily challenges as you navigate fluctuating...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/a-simplified-daily-routine-for-living-well-with-ra</link><guid isPermaLink="false">681938f3e5d16b2dff9e8482</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 19:30:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_5749333067725266426e45~mv2_d_3805_5073_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prioritizing Your Health and Energy When Planning with a Chronic Illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Navigating life with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or any chronic illness can often feel like an uphill battle, filled with the...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/prioritizing-your-health-and-energy-when-planning-with-a-chronic-illness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67ffb5531da59f7c56a62666</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 22:14:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/30b9b2_d35eab8206c948f59fe5d3951054384e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Visualizing Your Dreams into Reality: Harnessing Visualization for Success and Fulfillment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did you know that visualizing your goals and desired outcomes can help you in many ways? It can reduce stress, improve different aspects...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/visualizing-your-dreams-into-reality-harnessing-visualization-for-success-and-fulfillment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">651eaf204a2dd4560107f122</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:47:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_152b0d2c28c448d9b96084f40d612cd5~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Life-Giving Practice of Gratitude Journaling ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Incorporating gratitude and journaling practices into one's life can offer numerous benefits. Gratitude journaling, in particular, can...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/the-life-giving-practice-of-gratitude-journaling</link><guid isPermaLink="false">651bf7ad366a0d93cbcd88a5</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 11:24:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_f3d1a3d1c45947339f8808fc970857d9~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why and When to Avoid Technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taking care of your physical and mental health is important, especially when it comes to getting a good night's sleep. A straightforward...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/why-and-when-to-avoid-technology</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6502e8a07baa4373f66d0783</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2023 11:07:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/72a1ac5b17cf42d99c4328c52b877ca1.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Beauty of Befriending Yourself]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you ever encountered an individual who radiates joy? How did their presence make you feel? Perhaps, you felt inspired, happy,...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/the-beauty-of-befriending-yourself</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6501b455a91ab0b07f0a76ac</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 13:37:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a67188ed3d7444798b2e2263dabca79c.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transforming Self-Care: The Path to a Radiant You]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taking care of oneself is essential for physical, mental, and emotional well-being. 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Have you ever gone through...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/the-joy-and-life-giving-practice-of-stretching-in-the-morning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64fcea24df8b0c6808aec523</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 Sep 2023 22:04:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0c3e7eaac87548c68aefdc8dd80eeae9.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Eisenhower Matrix, What Is It, and How to Use It ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you heard about the Eisenhower Matrix? It's a productivity tool that's also called the Eisenhower Decision Matrix. It's designed to...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/the-eisenhower-matrix-what-is-it-and-how-to-use-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64f08bcaa3209edd060b2ea7</guid><pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 13:39:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/30b9b2_22293ac83159409b9dabba12c7372a6b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Plan and Prioritize Effectively ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mastering the art of planning and prioritization is essential for achieving goals, streamlining responsibilities, and maintaining optimal...]]></description><link>https://www.keepingitzenstudio.com/post/how-to-plan-and-prioritize-effectively</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64ef29c22e79f98c87107637</guid><pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:36:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/30b9b2_2e0db6cc55a944f29ded6ee0cb8ee1d3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda O&apos;Neil</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balance Your Breakfast, Balance Your Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting your day with a healthy breakfast is highly recommended for several reasons. 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