Things To Think About

From Overwhelm to Action 07.05.26

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 03:37:53 -0700

Abracadabra! I’ve waved a magic wand, and everything is amazing. What does your life look like? Is it impossible to imagine? I’ll share something I learned from therapy. Go ahead. Take five minutes and envision your dream life. Now let’s dive deeper. Every week, we explore a Tarot card because Tarot is rich in symbology and helps us tap into our intuition

Card of the Week: The Magician

The Magician holds a double-edged white wand upright while pointing down. There is a table before him with a cup, a pentacle, a sword, and a staff, and he is surrounded by roses and lilies.

The Pattern It Reveals

The Magician has everything he needs on the table. What we think becomes our reality. Some of us ignore the tools that are at hand. To get the flowers to bloom requires us to step out of the Chief Doing Officer role and become the Trusted Advisor.

The Question Worth Asking

Do I believe that change is possible?

After I wrote out my dream life, my therapist reviewed it with me. Aside from not having a physical storefront with a tea station, my life was very closely aligned with my dreams. I needed a new perspective to see it as it was and shift my mindset.

One Small Experiment to Try This Week

Take five minutes and write down one thing you want to be true about your life. Most of my clients want to “fix” their kids, but I find that kids are a mirror, so let’s start by looking inward. Then for the rest of the week, find the evidence that it can be true. Do they ALWAYS forget a chore or is it only some of the time? Also, drop an "I Commit" in the comments, and I'll do something special for you :)

If you don’t believe you have...Read More

From Overwhelm to Action 06.28.26

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 04:05:01 -0700

A potential client said to me they felt they were dooming their kids because of their choices. It broke my heart a little because I remembered what it felt like to think you were ruining your kids. Let’s dig a little deeper. Every week, we explore a Tarot card because Tarot is rich in symbology and helps us tap into our intuition.

Card of the Week: 8 of Swords

A person stands blindfolded, a sash wrapped around their arms, and eight swords surround them in a tide pool with a castle on a hilltop behind them.

The Pattern It Reveals

If you look closely, there are no visible knots, and the binding seems loose and easy to slip out of. The swords are not blocking her path. Feelings are not facts.

The Question Worth Asking

How do the stories you tell yourself help or harm you?

In the past, I used to tell myself I was a failure as a parent because I didn’t do all the things for them that my Mom did for me. Is this true? Not really. We always supported whatever they wanted to explore. Instead of beating myself up, I learned to be present with my kids.

One Small Experiment to Try This Week

When a limiting belief comes up, ask yourself, “Is this true?” Whether it is true or not, what is one tiny step you can take to make a change?

If you feel like a failure, you are not alone and probably just need a break. I have created a nurturing and supportive space with parents just like you. It’s called Peaceful Parenting, and we are solving challenges through the power of the collective. Join today: Read More

From Overwhelm to Action 06.21.26

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:18:26 -0700

You’re looking at a sink full of dishes, and your kids may be arguing in the background as you read this.

Card of the Week: 10 of Cups

A happy couple stands in front of a rainbow containing ten cups. Their children frolic happily next to them, and their home is in the background.

The Pattern It Reveals

This card may be triggering for some of you. You reflect on this happy family, wondering why this can’t be you. Let’s see how we can close the gap.

Every week, we explore a Tarot card because Tarot is rich in symbology and helps us tap into our intuition. Reflecting on the card and noting what comes to mind is a metaphorical form of brainstorming that can provide insights when problem-solving.

The Question Worth Asking

How does your perception color your worldview?

One Small Experiment to Try This Week

Every day, I want you to complain about anything and everything for two minutes. Then I want you to talk for two minutes about everything you are grateful for. Do you notice a difference between how you feel doing each exercise? Note anything else that comes up for you.

If you are feeling alone and need a break, I have created a soft landing for you. It’s called Peaceful Parenting, and we are reclaiming our time and energy. If you struggled to find something to be grateful for, you have a community that will listen and boost you up. Join today.

About The Author

Hi, friends 👋🏽. I’m Stacy Casson, Chief Play...Read More

From Overwhelm to Action 06.14.26

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:04:44 -0700

Is everything vying for your attention? This week, I stripped down the blog to the bare essentials. The Five of Wands is about where your energy goes. Ready to find out where it goes and how to reclaim it? Read more...

The Question Worth Asking

Are you giving your energy to things that help you accomplish your goals?

One Small Experiment to Try This Week

Track how you spend your time. You can use a notebook. I like the aTimeLogger app since you can click on an icon and it records the time for you.

Please share your answers in the comments. Short on time? I have a community just for you. It’s called Peaceful Parenting and we are reclaiming our time and energy. Join today: https://www.skool.com/peaceful-parenting-9319/about.

From Overwhelm to Action 06.07.26

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 06:10:36 -0700

Hi, friends 👋🏽. I’m Stacy Casson, Chief Play Officer at Things to Think About. As a mom of five who also held a full-time job, I used to hold a PhD in creating chaos. Now, I help other busy, overwhelmed parents have peaceful evenings and avoid dramatic mornings. I discovered that by applying organizational principles through play, I could reduce my mental load, stop nagging, and finally move from overwhelm to action. You set the tone for your kids, and I can help you set a calm one. Let’s get started.

Celebrate Your Wins

Pause for a moment:

What’s one thing you accomplished this week—big or small?

Did you organize your purse?
Did you complete that application?
Did you balance your checkbook?

Drop your win in the comments or share it with a friend!

My wins: My parenting group is having huge success with our Five Minute Club Daily Decluttering Challenge. I’m talking about finding lost items and reclaiming space. Celebrating these small wins reminds you that you are more than capable of accomplishing bigger goals.

Card of the Week: Justice

How do you balance competing priorities? A crowned, robed figure sits between two columns, holding a sword in one hand and gold scales in the other. I interpret the two columns as the head and the heart. The sword cuts away confusion to ensure the scales are balanced. My eye is drawn to the cloth draped between the columns. What’s...Read More

From Overwhelm to Action 05.31.26

Sun, 31 May 2026 04:31:53 -0700

Celebrate Your Wins

Pause for a moment:

What’s one thing you accomplished this week—big or small?

Did you do something just because it sounded fun?
Did you surprise yourself about your capabilities?
Did you watch that movie you’ve been meaning to see?

Drop your win in the comments or share it with a friend!

My wins: I had a successful launch party, and people joined my parent community. Celebrating these small wins reminds you that you are more than capable of accomplishing bigger goals.

Card of the Week: The Empress

A beautiful Black Woman wearing a rich yellow-and-green bikini stands, luxuriating under a waterfall, with lotus blossoms surrounding her and the phases of the moon encircling her. She has a commanding presence and makes time for self-care. This picture is the physical embodiment of letting one’s hair down. No one is around her. She has this time to...Read More

From Overwhelm to Action 05.24.26

Sun, 24 May 2026 03:14:07 -0700

Celebrate Your Wins

Pause for a moment:

What’s one thing you accomplished this week—big or small?

Did your kid do a chore without you having to nag them?
Did you finally check out that new restaurant?
Did you hold a boundary?

Drop your win in the comments or share it with a friend!

My wins: I announced my launch party for my new group coaching program and set up my first community. Reflecting on your wins helps to energize you when you are drained.

Every week, we explore a Tarot card because Tarot is rich in symbology and helps us to tap into our intuition. Reflecting on the card and noting what comes to mind is a metaphorical form of brainstorming that can provide insights when problem-solving.

Card of the Week: Six of Wands

A person is riding victoriously on a horse holding a staff adorned with a laurel wreath. People walk beside the rider, and one of them looks up in awe. It may not feel like it, as you curse under your breath as you step on a Lego™, but you are doing a good job. Not everyone is cut out to be a parent, and you aren’t giving yourself enough credit. It’s hard to be in the spotlight. We focus...Read More

From Overwhelm to Action 05.17.26

Sun, 17 May 2026 03:52:24 -0700

Celebrate Your Wins

Pause for a moment:

What’s one thing you accomplished this week—big or small?

Did your flowers bloom?
Did you start that exercise routine?
Did you make a decision and stick with it?

Drop your win in the comments or share it with a friend!

My wins: I successfully completed my talk at the Family Matters Mega Summit. I received very positive feedback. I also reconfigured my living room. Reflecting on your wins helps to energize you when you are drained.

Card of the Week: Four of Swords

A person is resting, reading a book, and enjoying the delights of a charcuterie board. Another aspect of rest is material comfort. Who hasn’t relished a decadent mug of hot cocoa or the fit of your favorite broken-in jeans? Most importantly, as parents, when was the last time you had a quiet moment to yourself to think and just be? We’ve pulled this card before,...Read More

The early bird gets the worm - Family Matters MEGA Summit starts in a couple of days!

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:45:51 -0700

Hello Subscribers :)

Have you looked at the chaos around the world & wondered how you can make a difference, securing your family's future without neglecting their current needs? Family Matters MEGA Summit is a great place to start!

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Celebrate Your Wins

Pause for a moment:

What’s one thing you accomplished this week—big or small?

Did you let them figure it out?
Did you finally go for your annual physical?
Ate a home-cooked meal?

Drop your win in the comments or share it with a friend!

My wins: I kicked off my in-person Pop Up Parenting events in the park. I had some wonderful conversations with very supportive people. One of them told me that they had asked God for someone to listen to them two days prior, and here I was with a literal “free listening” sign. Reflecting on your wins helps to energize you when you are drained.

Card of the Week: Two of Pentacles

Have you seen the movie “Everything, Everywhere, All at Once” and thought that’s kind of how parenting feels? As parents, we are very familiar with juggling multiple roles, projects, and emotions. The card...Read More