Showing posts with label inspiration. Show all posts
Showing posts with label inspiration. Show all posts
Monday, October 16, 2023
Monday, May 08, 2023
Monday Motivation- May 8, 2023
Good Morning and Happy Monday,
I started this morning off by meditating on Friendship, and how important it is to life. Friends truly are the family we get to choose. There have been some tough times in my life that I don't know how I would have made it without the support of my wonderful group of friends, surrounding me and having my back no matter what. On the other side, I have friends that will call me out when I'm going down the wrong path, and I can't thank them enough for their clear sight and honesty!
I hope you are blessed to have a great support team. If not, consider reaching out to like-minded groups. I've made many friends through various interests (book clubs, library, exercise, church, etc.). Getting the right people on your team is the best place to start! :)
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Monday, March 28, 2022
Monday, March 21, 2022
Monday Motivation- March 21, 2022
Happy Monday!
Hope y'all have a blessed week filled with great books!
Monday, March 29, 2021
Monday Motivation-March 29, 2021
Happy Monday!
Stay true to who you are this week.
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Monday, March 22, 2021
Monday Motivation- March 22, 2021
Happy Monday!
Remember to enjoy the journey this week.
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Monday, March 01, 2021
Monday, January 25, 2021
Monday Motivation: January 25, 2021
Happy Monday!
Wishing you all a week of inner peace and serenity.
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Monday, November 23, 2020
Monday Motivation- November 23, 2020
Happy Monday!
I love this quote by Charles Dickens (my favorite classic author) because it reminds me to redirect my thoughts from what I have lost to what I still have and have gained. 💝
One fun Thanksgiving activity I've been doing for a few years is creating a Gratitude List everyday the week of Thanksgiving. In my journal, I make a list of ten to fifteen things that I am grateful for and that bring joy to my life. It doesn't have to be different things each day (ex. I list my pets everyday lol), but it can include something great that happened that day. I like to do this right before bed, because it helps me take my mind off the holiday stress and focus on the positive right before I fall asleep.
Stay positive this week! :)
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Monday, November 09, 2020
Monday Motivation- November 9th, 2020
Happy Monday!
This quote is one of my favorites. Whether you are happy or sad, laughter and a good sense of humor will take you far. Times can be so hard, especially when we are facing challenging times like this year has been, but never let the darkness in the world destroy your smile. Remember to smile, laugh, and embrace joy!
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Monday, October 05, 2020
Monday Motivation- October 5th, 2020
Life is funny sometimes, and not always in a good way. Somedays, you wake up on top of the world, just to be knocked down by that afternoon. That's ok though because every time you fall, it's another opportunity to rise up and start over.
This week, I listened to a fantastic webinar by Gabrielle Bernstein (one of my favorite self-help authors and inspirational leaders) and she said that every time someone tells her they are going through a tough time (lost a job, a relationship, or missed a chance at anything), she congratulates them. Not to taunt them or make them angry, but because the times in life when you are at rock bottom are the times when you can start over.
This year has been hard for everyone, as so much has been lost. The world may never be the same, our lives have and will continue to change. The main question to ask ourselves is how will we change in response?
This is our chance to rise from the ashes like the phoenix and turn our losses into new opportunities for a better and brighter future. So go out there and shine bright this week!
Best wishes for a wonderful week!
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Monday, September 28, 2020
Monday Motivation- September 28th, 2020
Good Afternoon,
Let's face it, 2020 has been a real bummer of a year for almost everyone. It's been tough on a global and personal level for everyone I know. It's been a challenge whether you are suffering the loss of a loved one, ill with COVID, dealing with an unstable work situation, or any other of the myriad of problems 2020 has dropped in our laps.
That's all the bad stuff. Even in bad times, there is still hope.
The silver lining is that these are the times, these trying times when we don't want to take another step, that make us stronger. That will shape us into our future selves. We don't have to let ourselves be defined by hard times, we can approach them like a fire that refines us into a better version of ourselves.
I've really been digging in with self-help books to pull through this year. Here are a few fantastic and encouraging reads I've discovered:
I hope that these books give you the much-needed inspiration and motivation you need to push through this last quarter of the year!
Stay Strong!
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Monday, August 24, 2020
Monday Motivation- August 24, 2020
Happy Monday!
What a crazy time we are living in. I am back after a few months off, dealing with some issues that have come up. It's been a hard year for everyone, but the most important thing is to keep going. Try to hold on to positivity. Be persistent. Be kind to others, because we are all in a new and scary situation!
Today's motivation quote is a Japanese proverb that I love. I really believe the key to life is in never giving up. Yes, you will fall or get knocked down a few times, but never stay down.
Take care and stay safe!
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Monday, May 04, 2020
Monday Motivation- May the Fourth Be With You!
Good Morning and May the Fourth be with You!
Hope you are all staying safe and well. I know I'm planning on a socially distanced Star Wars marathon. :) Have a great week.
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Friday, May 01, 2020
Off the Shelf: I, UNICORN: Use Quarantine to Get Enlightened NOW by Natasha Ewendt
Title: I, UNICORN: Use Quarantine to Get Enlightened NOW
Author: Natasha Ewendt
Pages: 27
I was fortunate enough to receive a copy of I, Unicorn to review, and I am so glad Natasha reached out to me! Unlike most books on meditation and mindfulness, this book was so much fun to read. This book a meditation crash course, designed to help those of us struggling with the overwhelming stress (note: it doesn't have to be overwhelming!) of the current pandemic. This book really points out the silver lining of this epidemic, which is that it gives us some much needed time to slow things down and work on ourselves in ways that will benefit us on a much deeper level than the Netflix binges that we may have been indulging in (guilty!). But instead of coming across as somber and preachy, the author is hilarious. This is a rare treat in books on meditation :). The terms used are hilarious, and the basics are explained in an easy-to-understand way that is perfect for beginners. I highly recommend this for anyone who is interested in getting into meditation and mindfulness. You will not be disappointed!
Get this book and enjoy it! Meanwhile, I'm going to go meditate. :)
Here are the links:
Amazon
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Monday, April 20, 2020
Monday Motivation: April 20th, 2020
Good Morning,
Hope everyone is staying safe and well. As the quarantine drags on, I know everyone is getting frustrated. Times are hard right now for a lot of people. One thing that gets me through difficult times is focusing on what I'm grateful for (cats, books, journals, family, etc.) and taking the time to slow down and re-evaluate my goals in life. Keep in mind that these troubling times will not last forever. One day, we will be able to rejoin the world, so let's use this time for self-growth and personal development so we can be the best version of ourselves when the world returns to normal.
Take care and stay safe!
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Monday, April 13, 2020
Monday Motivation- April 13th, 2020
Good Morning and Happy Monday,
This C. S. Lewis quote is a comfort during these turbulent times, as it reminds us that nothing lasts forever, not even the bad times. This too shall pass! Hang in there, friends.
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Monday, April 06, 2020
Monday Motivation-April 6th, 2020
Good Morning and Happy Monday!
These are certainly discouraging times, but don't let all the negativity bring you down! Use this as an opportunity to try a new hobby, spend more time outdoors, finally read that series you've been meaning to, and spend time with your family and pets. Stay strong in the face of discouragement and you can overcome anything.
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Monday, March 30, 2020
Monday Motivation- March 30th, 2020
Happy Monday,
Happiness may seem elusive in these troubled times, but it is not unattainable. Take this time to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures -- books, candles, puzzles, board games, outdoor time, and being with family. I know things are hard for us all right now, but we will eventually return to a normal life. This mandatory deceleration of life has forced me to reconsider some of my prior habits, and realize that there are things I can live without. Let's use this opportunity to reevaluate our lives, and consider what changes we can make when we return to our regular day-to-day lives.
Stay safe and stay healthy!
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Monday, March 23, 2020
Monday Motivation- March 23, 2020
Happy Monday!
I hope everyone is safe and doing well. This has been a challenging and frightening time for us all. The silver lining of this quarantine is that it is making us slow down and appreciate the good things in life, like family, books, and just being at home. It's easy to get caught up in the everyday rush of life and forget to slow down and enjoy a simple life. My prayers and thoughts are with those who are struggling with this dreadful virus. Get well soon!
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