Today’s post is different! I wanted to try something new and share a hobby with you. Many people are surprised when they find out I can sew. Today’s tutorial is a super simple one. As I work on more complex sewing projects I will keep you all updated. Hope you enjoy!
Remember being in grammar school and being taught “STOP. DROP. and ROLL.”? This was a safety technique taught to us in the case of our clothes catching on fire. It calls for us to stop (basically don’t panic), drop to the ground, and roll so {read more}
In blog posts leading up to this one, we discussed how to be clear on what you want. The mind/body connection was addressed in one post by using positive affirmations. In addition, we covered how to break down your goals into manageable pieces and take it one step at time. So, you may wonder, what’s next? All the work is in place and active from your stand-point. You took the steps, filled out the paperwork, studied and maybe even started taking cold showers. The logical side of you is aligned with any superstitious sides of you… and now its time to let things unfold.
Quite simply, when there is nothing left for you to do; it is time to be patient and let things unfold as they will. During this time having faith that all will work out, and knowing you’ve done your best is all that matters. If you can’t seem to calm your mind and feel the need to keep busy: journal your thoughts. Write down all the things you’ve done to ensure your success. Reflect on how you got through the tough moments, and write about your expected outcomes.
Another simple but fun and proactive way to use this between time, is talking with someone who has gone before you. This could be someone who has graduated and started their career just a year prior, or someone who has finally achieved success in the field you are seeking to work in. Either way, finding those who might be a role model already, or someone who can resonate with your energy during this time is super helpful!
This is the time to rest, and watch as success unfolds before your eyes. As long as you truly did the work and gave things an honest, full effort, you can rest with confidence. This isn’t some sort of magical thinking. Instead, it is allowing your hard work to pay off. Now is the time to believe in yourself and your efforts and KNOW you’ve made it. Get a few extra hours of sleep, or stay up late when you’ve had to be overly disciplined about bed time leading up to this!
This can also act as a time where you shift your focus to other priorities or mark some smaller items off of your bucket list. Maybe make a few more phone calls to friends and family than you normally would. Or, go for an extra walk in the middle of the day. It’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor, knowing they will unfold to your advantage. Simply enjoy.
Start preparing for any celebration you might want to have, or thinking of the way you will reward yourself. Or maybe, if you are like me to start thinking of the next destination you’d like to secure in your life. Either way, there will come a time when the actions slow down, and the work speaks for itself. And that time is called the unfolding.
Once you have established your destinations, as well as an approximation of how far away you are from each, it is time to assess what it might take to either get back on the right path, or make strides toward your destination. Manageable pieces {read more}
Hello everyone! This meal prepping post is the SUMMER edition *yay*. What does that mean you ask? Well, during the summer months I find I cook less to avoid the heat coming off the oven. Therefore, I wanted to share with you some meals that either don’t require too much heat OR can easily put in the crockpot. Similar to the post from March, I’ll provide a grocery list!
Soon, I will be receiving my first ever GREEN CHEF. (I picture myself in the green suit from Always Sunny along side Bryce Harper while cooking my first box!).
Anyway! Last year, I opted into two different meal delivery programs to get through most of the pandemic without having to leave my house! This year, I wanted to try it again, because it certainly does make things easier. As schedules start to fill up the convenience would sure make things easier. I figured why not try a healthier meal kit delivery. It takes about a week or two to receive your first box after signing up, so the meals I’m presenting in this post will get me through to my first delivery.
Also! You can get $55 off your first GREEN CHEF meal kit using this link: link here for $55 off!
Okay, now back to our regularly scheduled program, had to get those baseball and always sunny references in first. Plus what a great offer from Green Chef. While you wait for your first order, the below can be the meals that get you through the brief wait. 🙂
If you’d like to make the above, here are the groceries you’ll need:
The last post was all about deciding on the destination. Whether it be a new goal, or you still have your over-arching dream life in mind. Once you have determined your destination, it becomes important to keep your eyes and mind focused. Keeping focus on {read more}
This post is a story time post! It contains the top 3 goals I’ve achieved through the reflection discussed in the last post. Throughout my journey, the most helpful articles and pieces of advice always came with actual examples of where it worked. Therefore, I’ve {read more}
Every once in awhile Bianca and I take a day trip and go on an adventure. This particular spot on the Blue Ridge Parkway which we’ve been to before. The last time however, we had Zoe with us and all of us were spry. Over the years, having been to this location many times, it has become somewhat of a favorite for me. The drive up there is gorgeous, its close enough for a day trip, there are facilities (aka a comfort station) and its a really strenuous hike. Actually, it has gotten a lot more strenuous since the last time we were did the entire trail. If you ever have the opportunity to go, I highly recommend it: Cumberland Knob.
The below are our pictures from the day. It rained as we were driving up there, and continued to have storms as we were along the trail. For the most part we stayed dry because the trees kept the rain away. Otherwise, there are a few water crossings. I wore my Merrills and really put them to the test! A few times I had to pick Bianca up to cross her over the rushing water. Overall, we had a wonderful day! Hope you enjoy.
Throughout the journey toward your destination, there will most likely be moments of worry, or doubt. Previous posts have addressed this from different angles. One post on self-doubt, which at the time I was feeling heavily. And another which provides some encouragement to keep going. {read more}
