I Don’t Wanna
I don’t always feel like doing what I need to do, but skipping it creates a cycle of guilt and heavier work later. Here’s how I beat procrastination. First, I take the pressure off. I’m not aiming for perfection, just to keep my promise to myself about writing today. Second, I keep my tasks small […]
Baby Steps
We often chase grand gestures, overlooking the power of small actions. Think about a splinter in your foot. Suddenly a tiny piece of wood feels like it makes a big impact, disrupting your entire day. The same is true for our goals. Small changes, consistently applied, can have a significant impact. We can all relate […]
Choose with Confidence
We often look back, convinced we know exactly how things could have been better. But the reality is, even with perfect knowledge, things might have turned out worse. Life’s a gamble. Instead of dwelling on the past, use those lessons to inform your decisions today. Don’t obsess over specific outcomes – focus on sharpening your […]
Give it a Minute
You might think dedicating just one minute to a task seems pointless. But that single minute can be surprisingly powerful. It’s not about how much you achieve in that time; it’s about the positive changes it sets in motion. Here’s how one minute can transform your approach to tasks: Interrupting the cycle: Ever get stuck […]
Mission Impossible
Have you ever dreamt of a career but dismissed it as ‘unrealistic’? I did. But then I got a job doing kids’ parties. For years I played characters like Mrs. Claus, a jester, a clown, and even a ‘Powerful Ranger’. But being a kids’ party entertainer wasn’t just about balloons and face paint. It honed […]
Get Triggered
Have you ever walked past a bakery and suddenly craved a donut, even if you weren’t thinking about a snack five minutes ago? That’s the power of a trigger! Our minds are full of systems that push us into action or inaction. Triggers are one of the systems, influencing us towards both good and bad […]
Temptation Bundling
Is there a task that you keep putting off that keeps growing and strikes fear into your heart? One of mine was doing the dishes. I kept promising myself I’d tackle them “later.” Later became a dreaded time that I kept pushing off. Those dirty dishes became my personal Mount Washmore, growing taller with each […]
It Hurts… For Now
Are you in pain? Whether it’s a physical ache, an emotional challenge, or a combination of both, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and question our ability to cope. But here’s a powerful truth: you’ve been here before. Think back to a time when life threw challenges your way, and you emerged stronger on the other […]
Manifest!
I’ve found that using these simple sentence starters helps me become more conscious of myself: I wish… I hope… I admit… By completing these prompts, I can uncover what I truly want and need, leading to a deeper understanding of who I am. Why is this important? When faced with a difficult decision, I can […]
What We Resist Persists
Have you ever noticed that the things you try to push away seem to cling to you, and even grow? For example, by trying to push away anxious thoughts, you might experience increased anxiety and even panic attacks. Avoiding a challenging conversation allows the tension and unresolved issues to fester. And fear of diagnosis can […]