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4 Back-to-school ideas your kids will love Help your children (or grandchildren!) feel ready and enthusiastic for their school year with these four back-to-school preparations. Read Here Mental habits that keep your home cluttered When you stare at the clutter in your home and think, "I'll deal with it later," is it because of perfectionism, fear of letting go, or guilt? Here's how to find the root motivations behind your resistance to decluttering, and how to overcome it. By Amanda Lauren Read Here Grace in the grind "Let go of your plans," said Edith Stein. "The first hour of your morning belongs to God." Here's a guide to a Catholic gal's morning plan - less about a check-off program and more about an experience with God that is unique to you. By Amber Apple Read Here The European word that is the answer to building friendships A word for 'friend', found in similar forms in several European languages, gives special insight into the meaning of friendship. Let's bring this meaning back to the surface. By Cerith Gardiner Read Here How to beat the summer sugar trap Ice cream, lemonade, s'mores by the fire! Summer glitters with sugar – and the sugar crash. Here's how you can still enjoy the sweetness of summer without getting caught in the sugar trap! By Jessica Nardi Read Here Refine review: Revolutionize your online shopping Want to get off of your Amazon addiction? What if we told you there's a way to build your (and your kids') Christmas wishlists online from your favorite vendors (not just Amazon)? Here's what Ava found when she tried Moonsift. By Ava Ladky Read Here How to build a firepit A backyard firepit is a fun DIY project that any amateur can do. Here's a guide from Anna Liesemeyer (In Honor of Design), and her big Catholic family in Ohio. About us Refine celebrates authentic, human flourishing through truth, beauty, and good living. From the trending to the timeless, Refine offers inspiring articles and the best advice in style, health, food, culture, relationships, and more. Refine your life. Refresh your soul. Refine | PO Box 3310 | Carmel, IN 46082 | (317) 669-6127 Update your email preferences or unsubscribe here. refinelife.co