The Joy Diet
I believe joy isn't a constant state of elation, but the ability to recognize the magic in little things, and the contentedness that comes from that.
2019: Planning to Save Time & Create Action
If you want to ensure the best shot at having the 2019 you crave - planning is your best bet! It doesn't matter if your goal for 2019 is to do less, take up yoga, buy a new house, or learn to speak Spanish - none are likely to happen without some proper planning on your part.
2018: What did you do RIGHT this year?
You probably went through some hard things or felt frustrated at some point throughout the year. But surely you also did a lot of things right. It worth taking the time to note those things, because . . .
My Mom & Your 5 People
"You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with” - Jim Rohn
What's Your Why?
Why do you own your own business? Why do you teach school? Why do you stay home with your kids? Why do you (insert your life here)?
Me + Ikea + Outsourcing = LOVE
I am obsessed with organizing and spent a ton of time and (joyful!) effort designing closets from Ikea for our new home. But when it came time to pick up my Ikea order and put it together . . . well I just couldn't muster the energy to get that done.
If you really love me, empty my dishwasher
My kids and I recently moved to a new house and I was absolutely overwhelmed with the whole experience, in a good way. Well, I was overwhelmed in the bad way too at times (!!), but mostly I was overwhelmed with the love and support I felt from so many people. My brother and dad renovated the house. My sister & brother-in-law put together kitchen cabinets and hung new lights . . .
An Umbrella For Your Thoughts
Imagine you are making a quick run to the grocery store to pick up a hostess gift on your way to a friend's house for dinner. While you are inside, you look out the store window and see that, out of nowhere, it's pouring rain. Torrential downpour. You weren't expecting it to rain . . .
A Little Slice of Calm
Picture the slice of calm to be the lemon in a drink. It's not the main ingredient, but it can change the flavor of the whole thing. Adding a slice of calm to a plain-glass-of-water kind of day can make all the difference. It can give it a little pep, make it feel more colorful and special and relaxing.
Taking Steps Toward the Perfect Day
Imagine you woke up this morning and found out that you didn't have to work, or take care of your kids, and weren't allowed to do any housework. Also, in this imaginary day, it's impossible to feel guilt. Tell me what you would do with your day.
Quick & Easy Tip for Staying Present
“Unease, anxiety, tension, stress, worry – all forms of fear – are caused by too much future, and not enough presence. Guilt, regret, resentment, grievances, sadness, bitterness, and all forms of non-forgiveness are caused by too much past, and not enough presence.”
Blue Doors and Other Random Inspiration
At the end of July, I was reflecting back on the month (thanks to a two page spread "reflect on your month" page in my planner. I would aspire to do this sort of thing without the planner, but it wouldn't happen!) One of the questions is who or what inspired you in that month. My cup runneth over from inspiration, it seems!
It's a Trap!
Imagine a scenario where you send your 7 year old upstairs to get dressed for church, and she comes back in an outfit that meets the requirements (no running shorts or tank tops), but doesn't match and includes tall boots in the middle of summer . . .
Everyone will think I'm crazy
In 2016, I made the decision to walk away from the corporate world and become a Life Coach. For about 6 months while I was doing my training, I told almost no one about it. I mean, who leaves a successful and lucrative career to start a life coaching business? How many Life Coaches actually succeed? What is life coaching anyway?
Life Isn't Perfect, but Your Nails Can Be
Today I had one of those days where I was going, going, going . . . all day long. I am putting the finishing touches on an online class I'm offering starting in August (click here if you want to be notified when the sign up opens!) and recording a video for the intro. I had the pleasure of chatting with clients, and taking my kids to the library*. I wrapped up the day with meeting a friend for dinner, cleaning up after my puppy for the 18th time today, and folding laundry.
Dreams . . . The Sleeping Kind
"Dreams say what they mean, but they don't say it in daytime language." - Gail Godwin
