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Have you ever wondered whether a life of contentment is even possible? So has Ruth Soukup."God had a plan for even a broken shopaholic like me. I hit bottom in my own journey and learned a totally different way to think about money and possessions...and discovered true happiness along the way."If you feel overwhelmed by either money or possessions (or both!), these companion video-based studies (DVD/streaming video content sold separately) will help you discover the way to a life rich in faith and unshakable contentment—and a budget that balances with space to breathe.Take back your life from the stuff that is weighing you down and learn to shift your priorities toward treasures that last.Living Well Spending Less: 12 Secrets of the Good LifeIn the first four-session video Bible study, Ruth Soukup explores the two sides of the cure for overindulgence and the chaotic life it creates. She’ll helps you redefine what it means to live the good life and walk you through how to spend less by developing good habits of living on a budget, saving on groceries, and keeping a clean and de-cluttered home.Unstuffed: Declutter Your Home, Mind, and SoulIn the second four-session video Bible study, Ruth continues the process of freeing us from being overwhelmed by a life filled with too much. Discover that more closet space is not the solution, and instead learn how to set strict limits for the stuff we bring in. Recognize the pitfalls of an overstuffed schedule and learn to combat the culture of busy. And begin to cultivate real friendships while eliminating the toxic relationships that weigh you down.Living Well Spending Less sessions include:What Is the Good Life?Finding Your Sweet SpotDevelop Good HabitsLess Stuff Equals More JoyUnstuffed sessions include:HomeMindSoulUnstuffed for GoodThis study guide is designed for use with the Living Well Spending Less/Unstuffed Video Study, (9780310092469) sold separately.

Have you ever wondered whether a life of contentment is even possible?

So has Ruth Soukup.

"God had a plan for even a broken shopaholic like me. I hit bottom in my own journey and learned a totally different way to think about money and possessions...and discovered true happiness along the way."

If you feel overwhelmed by either money or possessions (or both!), these companion video-based studies (DVD/streaming video content sold separately) will help you discover the way to a life rich in faith and unshakable contentment—and a budget that balances with space to breathe.

Take back your life from the stuff that is weighing you down and learn to shift your priorities toward treasures that last.

Living Well Spending Less: 12 Secrets of the Good Life

In the first four-session video Bible study, Ruth Soukup explores the two sides of the cure for overindulgence and the chaotic life it creates. She’ll helps you redefine what it means to live the good life and walk you through how to spend less by developing good habits of living on a budget, saving on groceries, and keeping a clean and de-cluttered home.

Unstuffed: Declutter Your Home, Mind, and Soul

In the second four-session video Bible study, Ruth continues the process of freeing us from being overwhelmed by a life filled with too much. Discover that more closet space is not the solution, and instead learn how to set strict limits for the stuff we bring in. Recognize the pitfalls of an overstuffed schedule and learn to combat the culture of busy. And begin to cultivate real friendships while eliminating the toxic relationships that weigh you down.

Living Well Spending Less sessions include:

What Is the Good Life?Finding Your Sweet SpotDevelop Good HabitsLess Stuff Equals More Joy

Unstuffed sessions include:

HomeMindSoulUnstuffed for Good

This study guide is designed for use with the Living Well Spending Less/Unstuffed Video Study, (9780310092469) sold separately.

Discover the secrets to finding balance amid the scattered pieces of a chaotic life.Have you ever felt that your life is spiraling out of control? Do you sometimes wish you could pull yourself together but wonder how to manage the increasing demands of home life, family, budgeting, and your own needs?Take a deep breath. Beginning with practical action plans and drawing you toward the deeper and calming truths of biblical wisdom, Ruth Soukup will help you:Discover the place where your talents and abilities intersect.Take back your time and open your schedule by making simple, daily shifts.Reduce stress by clearing out the clutter.Learn easy ways to cut your grocery bill in half.Create a practical cleaning schedule that works. "An incredible book that will teach you how to spend smart without compromising a great life. Ruth's stories and practical advice will make you want to be a better mother, wife, sister, and friend."--RACHEL CRUZE, coauthor with Dave Ramsey of Smart Money Smart Kids"Ruth knows firsthand how mamas like us live crazy busy lives, and she steps in as a friend to help us manage and love every minute of it. She offers her best tips for gaining control over the chaos with wisdom-based insights on all things thrifty and family. I'll be reading it again and again!"--RENEE SWOPE, bestselling author of A Confident Heart

STUFF. It's everywhere. Lurking in corners and closets, spilling onto counters and coffee tables, creating havoc everywhere we look. And it's not just the physical clutter that weighs us down. Oh no, it is the stress of overbooked schedules, and the weight of life that sometimes feels oppressive and totally out of whack.New York Times bestselling author Ruth Soukup feels your pain--she has been there too. Through personal stories, Biblical truth, and practical action plans, she will inspire and empower each of us to finally declutter not just our home, but our mind and soul as well. Unstuffed is real, honest, and gets right down to the question we are all facing--how can we take back our lives from the stuff that is weighing us down?In this book, together we will:Create a comprehensive vision for our homes and make instant changes to improve its overall function.Discover that more closet space is not the solution and instead learn how to set strict limits for the stuff we bring inOvercome the frustration of dealing with our kids' influx of stuff and implement practical solutions for keeping the chaos at bay.Recognize the pitfalls of an overstuffed schedule BEFORE it gets out of hand and instead learn to combat the culture of busy that keeps us running from one thing to the next.Finally conquer that mountain of paperwork that threatens to tumble down around us at any moment.Let go of the guilt that gets attached to gifts and instead learn to separate our loved ones from their stuff.Begin to cultivate our real friendships while eliminating the toxic relationships that weigh us down.

“If you struggle to simplify your life and wish you could savor the here and now, this book is a must-read.” —Crystal Paine, founder of MoneySavingMom.com and New York Times–bestselling authorHave you ever felt that your life—and budget—is spiraling out of control? Do you sometimes wish you could pull yourself together but wonder exactly how to manage all the scattered pieces of a chaotic life? Is it possible to find balance? In a word, yes. Ruth Soukup knows firsthand how stressful an unorganized life and budget can be. Through personal stories, biblical truth, and practical action plans, she will inspire you to make real and lasting changes to your personal goals, home, and finances. With honesty and the wisdom of someone who has been there, Ruth will help you:Discover your “sweet spot” —that place where your talents and abilities intersect.Take back your time and schedule by making simple shifts in your daily habits.Reduce stress in your home and family by clearing out the clutter.Stop busting your budget and learn to cut your grocery bill in half.This book provides real and practical solutions from someone who has been there. Ruth doesn’t just offer advice, she walks it with you, and shares with brutal honesty her own mistakes, failures, and shortcomings. It is encouraging, motivating, and life-changing.“An inspiring book full of step-by-step instructions and spiritual wisdom. I love how Ruth is transparent about her mistakes as she leads us to reevaluate our priorities. This book is a great biblical guide to living well and finding joy!” —Courtney Joseph, founder of Women Living Well Ministries

STUFF. It''s everywhere. Lurking in corners and closets, spilling onto counters and coffee tables, creating havoc everywhere we look. And it''s not just the physical clutter that weighs us down. Oh no, it is the stress of overbooked schedules, and the weight of life that sometimes feels oppressive and totally out of whack.

New York Times bestselling author Ruth Soukup feels your pain--she has been there too. Through personal stories, Biblical truth, and practical action plans, she will inspire and empower each of us to finally declutter not just our home, but our mind and soul as well. Unstuffed is real, honest, and gets right down to the question we are all facing--how can we take back our lives from the stuff that is weighing us down?

In this book, together we will:

Create a comprehensive vision for our homes and make instant changes to improve its overall function.Discover that more closet space is not the solution and instead learn how to set strict limits for the stuff we bring inOvercome the frustration of dealing with our kids'' influx of stuff and implement practical solutions for keeping the chaos at bay.Recognize the pitfalls of an overstuffed schedule BEFORE it gets out of hand and instead learn to combat the culture of busy that keeps us running from one thing to the next.Finally conquer that mountain of paperwork that threatens to tumble down around us at any moment.Let go of the guilt that gets attached to gifts and instead learn to separate our loved ones from their stuff.Begin to cultivate our real friendships while eliminating the toxic relationships that weigh us down.

Equal parts encouragement and tough love, Do It Scared combines easy-to-implement tips with the motivation to help you stare down your fears and start making real changes that lead to big results.

What would you do if fear no longer stood in your way? What would happen if you were no longer afraid to dive in headfirst and go after your dreams instead of sitting on the sidelines of your own life?

We tell ourselves we''re too busy to pursue our dreams, but what if the real reason we''re putting off our goals is fear? It''s the fear that we''re not good, smart, talented, or capable enough. It''s the fear that others might laugh at us or that we''ll get hurt or be rejected. It''s the fear that pursuing our true potential will simply be too hard. And most of all, it''s the fear that we''ll fail.

But having courage doesn''t mean we''re never afraid. True courage means taking action despite fear. True courage means doing it scared.

The question is--how? How do we face those fears and take that first step in the right direction? How do we overcome the obstacles that stand in our way and sometimes feel insurmountable?

In Do It Scared, popular blogger and podcast host Ruth Soukup will help you:

Identify your own unique Fear Archetype™--the specific type of fear that keeps you stuck--and learn how to conquer itDare to start thinking bigger about your life and your goalsLearn how to seek out honest feedback to accomplish big thingsEmbrace the core beliefs you need to overcome different types of fearsDiscover why our magical idea of "balance" is totally overratedLet go of the guilt once and for all

Get ready to get off the sidelines and jump into your own life as you dare to Do It Scared.

Praise for Do It Scared:

"If you''re tired of playing small and are ready to embrace your future, Ruth Soukup offers the actionable steps you need to get started. Do It Scared is a practical guide to identifying your limiting beliefs, overcoming your fears, and creating the life you''ve dreamed of."

--Michael Hyatt, New York Times bestselling author

Equal parts encouragement and tough love, Do It Scared combines easy-to-implement tips with the motivation to help you stare down your fears and start making real changes that lead to big results.What would you do if fear no longer stood in your way? What would happen if you were no longer afraid to dive in headfirst and go after your dreams instead of sitting on the sidelines of your own life?We tell ourselves we're too busy to pursue our dreams, but what if the real reason we're putting off our goals is fear? It's the fear that we're not good, smart, talented, or capable enough. It's the fear that others might laugh at us or that we'll get hurt or be rejected. It's the fear that pursuing our true potential will simply be too hard. And most of all, it's the fear that we'll fail.But having courage doesn't mean we're never afraid. True courage means taking action despite fear. True courage means doing it scared.The question is--how? How do we face those fears and take that first step in the right direction? How do we overcome the obstacles that stand in our way and sometimes feel insurmountable?In Do It Scared, popular blogger and podcast host Ruth Soukup will help you:Identify your own unique Fear Archetype™--the specific type of fear that keeps you stuck--and learn how to conquer itDare to start thinking bigger about your life and your goalsLearn how to seek out honest feedback to accomplish big thingsEmbrace the core beliefs you need to overcome different types of fearsDiscover why our magical idea of "balance" is totally overratedLet go of the guilt once and for allGet ready to get off the sidelines and jump into your own life as you dare to Do It Scared.Praise for Do It Scared:"If you're tired of playing small and are ready to embrace your future, Ruth Soukup offers the actionable steps you need to get started. Do It Scared is a practical guide to identifying your limiting beliefs, overcoming your fears, and creating the life you've dreamed of."--Michael Hyatt, New York Times bestselling author

How do you teach a child to dream big and shoot for the stars? In this inspiring story, a young bunny named Zippy dreams of traveling to space. When the opportunity to attend space camp arrives, she worries she might not be capable enough to compete with other kids. But Zippy’s desire to build her rocket is bigger than her fear of failing, and through hard work and creativity works to make her dreams come true.

New York Times bestselling author Ruth Soukup empowers children everywhere to dream big and live a life they love. How Big Is Your Brave? encourages readers to face their fears and overcome obstacles in order to follow their dreams and reach their goals.

How Big Is Your Brave? is:

Great for boys and girls, ages 4–8An excellent choice for STEM storytime and sparking discussions about STEM fieldsA great resource to teach young children about confidence, self-esteem, and the value of hard work

Through whimsical illustrations and encouraging text, children will discover how standing up to fears (both big and small) makes them stronger and unstoppable.