Why I Chose a 75-Day Glow-Up

Have you been feeling off or have a habit you want to change or add into your life?

I kept seeing all the 75 Hard challenges—and the endless variations of them—so I decided to create my own. Something that didn’t revolve around a scale, calorie counts, or macros, but was simply about building healthier habits and routines. I wanted something that would create a positive impact on my life from the inside out. 

Why I Started This Challenge

I ended my last blog with a whole spiel about how I’m more than just a mom, but let’s be real— I can’t wear all the hats if I can’t even find them. My brain needed an organizational reset. While I love a good overhaul of bins and baskets, this was unfortunately a problem The Container Store wasn’t going to solve.

Our mental wellbeing and health are so important in every aspect of our lives. If we’re not taking care of ourselves, we can’t take care of our families, our homes, or our businesses. I found myself barely staying afloat mentally while trying to get our farm stand up and running, taking care of the kids, and falling behind on things at home. I struggle when I’m not managing all the things effectively and often feel like I’m failing.

It wasn’t until my oven broke that I realized just how much I was neglecting myself. I was skipping lunch while baking during nap time, not exercising, and running on fumes. I could’ve hibernated for a week and still not felt rested. But rest wasn’t even an option. I knew this wasn’t a matter of giving something up, but needing to take care of myself and get in a better head space. 

So I decided to use this unexpected downtime from the farm stand to reset—for me. My mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing deserved that.

What My Glow-Up Includes

I didn’t want to create a rigid or extreme plan that I’d burn out on in a week. I wanted something that felt doable but still challenged me to grow. Here are the areas of my life I wanted to improve and the rules I set to help guide this 75-day glow-up:

1. Move My Body

I needed to do more than just chase toddlers and keep up with daily chores. I started wearing my Apple Watch again and set a goal: either 10,000 steps a day or a 30-minute workout. Some days I do both, some days I barely hit my goal—but I’m learning to listen to my body. Some movement is always better than none, and grace is part of the glow-up, too. As the habit becomes more natural and a part of my routine, I plan on challenging myself more. This is just a starting place. 

2. Put the Phone Down

Phones have become lifelines—for bills, grocery lists, work, social media, you name it. But I was craving more presence. Less screen time. More stillness. And that last part—being okay with silence—is the hardest for me. My ADHD brain thrives on background noise, but not just any noise. I need a nostalgic TV show, a favorite podcast, or music that keeps my mind just busy enough to focus. I’m learning to replace doom scrolling with something more nourishing—and sometimes, even just sit with the quiet.

I’m starting with the goal of not reaching for my phone first thing in the morning and trying to put it away on the charger by 9pm on days we are home winding down. There will be some exceptions to this, but again, it’s a starting point. 

3. Drink the Water

I don’t know how my kids always have their water bottles full and ready, while I’ll go half a day without a sip. That had to change. Now I keep a water bottle nearby and aim to refill it at least twice a day. Hydration isn’t glamorous, but it makes a huge difference. This is going to be a work in progress, but I’m hoping it becomes more second nature and less chore-like. 

4. Eat Simply and Consistently

I was skipping meals constantly—especially lunch—trying to squeeze in baking or cleaning while the kids napped. I knew I needed to do better. So we simplified everything: most dinners are just a protein and a veggie. We keep 3–4 meats and a variety of vegetables on hand to mix and match. It’s helped streamline our grocery list, stay nourished, and reduce mealtime stress. I’m trying to make breakfast easier in bulk a couple times a week. Meal prepping makes it easier, but finding the time to meal prep isn’t always easy. I’m using this 75-day challenge to find what works best for us during this busy season while keeping everyone full and nourished. 

5. Wake Up Before the Kids

This one’s the hardest. In theory, waking up before the kids gives me quiet time and a head start. In reality, it requires an earlier bedtime, and I’m still working on that. I’ve been trying to shift my nights earlier—ideally asleep by 10pm—so I can wake up rested and ready. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m committed. 

I’m realizing just how important sleep is for me and my mental wellbeing. I’m figuring out just how much sleep I need to wake up ready to roll with my three year old and all her energy. 

6. Take My ADHD Supplements

I was on medication for over a year, but it started feeling ineffective. I also didn’t want to rely on meds forever, so I began a more natural path. I take Omega-3s, Magnesium, L-Tyrosine, and L-Theanine daily—and they’ve helped a lot. The hardest part? Remembering to actually take them. ADHD and consistency aren’t exactly best friends. So I’m building a solid morning and evening routine to help make this stick. After a few days, I’m noticing a huge difference, so I’m hoping the motivation to keep it going continues.

 The Biggest Changes I’ve Noticed So Far

The biggest challenge so far has been developing routines. Our days rarely look the same, and that unpredictability makes it easy for new habits to slip. I’ve had to learn to adapt—because life with two little ones doesn’t always follow a schedule.

But even with the ups and downs, I’ve noticed real change. My energy levels have skyrocketed. I’ve started allowing myself space to rest throughout the day—whether it’s sitting down to play with the kids, reading a book, or even just watching an episode of a favorite show. That intentional rest has made a bigger difference than I expected.

My confidence has grown too. I was nervous I wouldn’t be able to manage all the things I want—and need—to do each day. But I’m proving to myself that I can. I’m finding creative ways to make things work, even if the day doesn’t go exactly as planned.

What I’m Hoping for by Day 75

At its core, this challenge has always been about building better habits—habits that help me show up, stay productive, and be my best self every day. I want to knock out the things I have to do, so I can be fully present for the things I want to do—especially playing with and enjoying time with my kids.

What I’m hoping to see by Day 75 isn’t physical. That was never the goal. I want to feel stronger, have more energy, feel less overwhelmed, and truly enjoy this life I’m building.

More than anything, I hope this challenge helps me discover routines that actually stick—ones that make everyday life feel a little more manageable and a lot more meaningful.

A Note to You

I challenge you to take care of yourself, too.

Not just for you—but for your spouse, your kids, your home, and everything that matters in your life. They deserve the best and healthiest version of you. You deserve that version of you.

This doesn’t have to be extreme or unattainable. Make it a process. Set goals that you can realistically work toward—and give yourself permission to grow along the way.

You can do it. And if you’re ready to start, I challenge you to pick at least three things you can work on to glow-up in your own life.

I’ll be doing a halfway check-in and a Day 75 reflection—but don’t expect weight numbers or progress photos. That’s not what this challenge is about. It’s about improving my life from the inside out. And while that might not always be something you can see, it’s absolutely something you can feel.