How do you simplify your life?

I have three children, a husband, a dog, and a full-time job, and I was volunteering to help out with every activity that came forth.

I finally realized that my children were happier to have me at home than out doing things that I thought were for their own good. I gave up everything except the once-a-month PTA meeting. My children are much happier knowing that I will kiss them good night while they are still awake, instead of while they are asleep.

This tip comes from Real Simple reader MICHELLE CORBETT, Mississauga, Ontario