If you’re someone who’s working a 9-5 job, you may feel time poor on your work days. With long commutes, it may feel as though there just aren’t enough hours in a day to work, exercise and unwind. I’m here to bust that myth. Instead of feeling helpless, it’s time to get strategic and change the way you use your…
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2 Must Read Books If You Want To Revolutionize Your Morning Routine.
Whether you’re an early riser or a night owl, there’s something magical about having a morning routine that sets you up for the rest of your day. But before I unpack the two books which helped me to revolutionize my mornings, I want to give a little context as to how this all came about. When I first read this…
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Why The First 8 Minutes Of Your Day Matter.
Whether you’re an early riser or someone who likes to sleep in a little longer, there is something we all have in common. The first eight minutes of our day. These eight minutes matter because it’s when we are transitioning from sleep mode to awake mode. When we wake up, our brainwaves are moving from delta to theta waves. In…
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5 Reasons Why Having a Routine Is Good For You.
Routines create freedom. How you ask? Well, having a routine may seem like it would stifle creativity and spontaneity but it can actually enhance both. When you have a routine in place, you can schedule your time rather than being reactive to what each day brings you. It provides you with an opportunity to create habits which serve you and…
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5 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues.
Depending on where you live, winter is almost upon us. While some of us may love the rain and moody weather, it can also bring on feelings of gloom for others. I didn’t used to get the winter blues. Once upon a time, I loved the colder weather as well as listening to the rain and seeing double rainbows brighten…
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3 Ways To Tame Your Monkey Mind.
A monkey mind or racing mind makes us want to reach for the off switch to turn off our thoughts because we can’t quieten them. Indulge me for a moment and picture a monkey holding a tambourine who is continuously clapping it. Every clap represents a thought and some days, the frequency of the claps (or thoughts) increases. It’s when…
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The Difference Between Inward and Outward Productivity and Why You Should Incorporate Both into Your Day.
If you haven’t heard much about inward productivity, let me introduce you to this amazing concept. Before I dive into what inward productivity is, let’s talk about outward productivity. Essentially, outward productivity is what others can see. It’s the result of your actions and the completion of tasks. It could be something like finishing a report at work, taking the…
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Why It’s Important to Love Yourself.
Ah, love, it’s a big word. It’s a beautiful feeling when we fall in love and feel loved by others but how many of us truly love ourselves? Love in its purest form is unconditional. It’s all encompassing and accepting. It’s not about ignoring flaws or weaknesses rather it’s about acknowledging these and accepting them anyway. Unconditional love is how…
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Why Self-Care Is So Important.
Self-care isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. In our fast paced lives, it’s important that we practice self-care as often as we can. We spend our lives giving our time and energy to others so why are we not giving back to ourselves? Self-care is a way to bridge that gap. It gives you space to do something for you.…
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The Secret to Finding Inner Peace.
Inner peace is a magical feeling. When you are able to wake up each morning and accept who you are and love yourself unconditionally, that is peace. Feeling calm is better than spending years of your life belittling yourself and feeling dissatisfied with aspects of your life. Invest your time and energy wisely. To find a way to become at…
