Your fridge holds more than food.
It holds intentions, leftovers, and a little hope in the form of half-used sauces.
Today’s not about a full clean-out.
It’s just one layer of clarity.
Let’s give this cold box a little kindness—and make it easier to see what’s really feeding you.
👀 Notice
What’s here right now?
No need to empty it—just open the door and scan:
☐ Expired leftovers or condiments
☐ Multiples of the same item
☐ Mystery containers or unlabeled jars
☐ Something you forgot was there
☐ Items you always reach for
☐ Something else: _________________________
📝 Name
What’s working—and what’s not?
☐ What do you actually use during the week?
“I reach for _______________ most often.”
☐ What’s clogging up space or adding stress?
_____________________________________________________
☐ If your fridge could talk, what would you want it to say?
“Easy to grab.” “Meals feel simple.” “I’m not a science project.”
👣 Nudge
Take one kind step. That’s enough today.
Choose one reset:
☐ Toss 3 expired or unused items
☐ Group like with like (sauces, snacks, veggies)
☐ Wipe down one shelf or drawer
☐ Create a “Use Me First” bin
☐ Label one section for clarity (e.g., “Lunch stuff”)
📝 List or add your plan:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
✨ Nourish
Make it yours. Add something joyful.
☐ Add a fun label: “Snack Zone” or “Eat Me First”
☐ Line a shelf with cheerful, wipeable paper
☐ Snap a photo of your favorite shelf—your tiny win
☐ Add one bright thing: a lemon, a flower in a jar, a smiley sticker
🎉 Celebrate your win
Because I showed up today, I am someone who…
☐ …makes space for real meals
☐ …welcomes clarity—even in the fridge
☐ …lets small shifts feel like big progress
☐ …_____________________________________
☐ …_____________________________________
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