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Things That Make My Life Easier (Because I’m Not Trying to Be Superwoman)

So, let’s talk about the life-changing, sanity-saving gadgets and routines that keep my chaotic world from crumbling into utter disarray. Full disclosure: I’m a fan of automation—and I’m not ashamed. I’m not here to clean up after everyone or remember every little thing. Life’s overwhelming enough with chronic health conditions and three kids (and now, down to three dogs—because someone had to go ahem). Enter my secret weapons: my trusty robot vacuum, some air-purifying, humidity-controlling magic, and my Google Docs app. Trust me, these things are more than just “convenient”—they’re life-savers.

Crummy aka My Favorite Little Robot

Okay, so here's the deal: My Crummy (a.k.a. my robot vacuum) is the MVP. I have three kids, and at one point, four dogs. The dirt, dust, and hair situation could get out of hand faster than you can say "furry tornado." If I skipped a day—or two—of vacuuming, it was like setting myself up for a full-blown nightmare. But now? No need to break a sweat. Crummy takes care of the floors while I focus on more important things—like binge-watching shows in peace, or, you know, managing life in general. You wouldn’t believe how much better life feels when you don’t have to spend hours vacuuming. It’s a game-changer.

Leviot: The Wi-Fi-Controlled Air Purifiers and Humidifiers

Next on my list of lifesavers: my Leviot air purifiers and humidifiers. These bad boys are connected to my Wi-Fi and automatically adjust to keep the air clean and at the perfect humidity level. These gadgets practically take care of themselves, and I’m here for it. Gone are the days when I’d boil water on the stove to humidify the house. Now, I just let these sleek machines handle it. I mean, if your nostrils are happy, your skin, hair, and nails are going to thank you too. Plus, I don't have to deal with cracked skin or dry hair. If that’s not self-care, I don’t know what is. (Pro tip: I heard on a podcast to turn them up to "high" unless you’re trying to watch TV in peace...which, yes, I do all the time.)

Google Docs: My Digital Therapy Session

Sometimes, you just need to jot down your thoughts and feelings before they burst out in the most awkward way possible (we’ve all been there, right?). This is where my Google Docs app comes in. I use it to dump my thoughts whenever I need to get them out of my head and onto something way more organized than my brain. It's like a digital therapy session, except it doesn't cost me a dime (and I can spellcheck the whole thing). This simple act of writing things down helps regulate my nervous system, which, if you haven’t already guessed, is a huge part of managing my chronic health issues—hello, POTS, ANS, CIRS, and AuDHD.

Slowing Down to Heal (One Gadget at a Time)

Here’s the thing: I’ve made an intentional choice to slow down. I need to manage my health—finally. I have enough chronic health issues to last me a lifetime, but I’m determined to figure out how to manage them and not let them rule my life. These gadgets and routines? They're my “helpers,” allowing me to keep things going without feeling totally overwhelmed. It’s all about automation, baby. If the robots can do it, let them. They don’t need a lunch break, and they don’t complain. I need that energy for other things—like trying to make dinner while keeping my sanity intact.

Family Calendar Chaos (and Why It Works)

But wait, there’s more! In my neurospicy home, staying organized with the family is like trying to herd cats. So, we share a digital calendar via iCloud (it’s free—thank you, Apple). We all have access, including our college kid (who I will forever refer to as my "child," don’t come for me). It’s like a family brain that keeps us all on track. Who’s picking up who? Who’s working late? Who’s got what appointment? All of it’s neatly mapped out for everyone to see. Of course, remembering to check the calendar is a whole other story, but hey, we’re working on it.

What’s in Your Life to Help You?

So, yeah, I might be a little obsessive about making my life easier, but you know what? It works. It helps me keep my sanity and my health in check—without becoming a hermit who’s drowning in clutter. What about you? What gadgets or routines are your lifesavers? Share them with me, because I am always looking to add more to my “lazy genius” arsenal. Trust me, I’ll take all the help I can get.

Until next time, stay sane, stay automated, and don’t forget to let the robots do the work.