I wasn't always good at weight lifting, I enjoyed it, and knew that it played an important role in my health, but it can be difficult to stick with something until you are good at it. Over the years, I stuck with it, and then I wouldn't, and then I'd get back into it... I … Continue reading How to follow through when you’re not automatically good at something
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If You Could Speak to Your Younger Self (Journal prompt)
Journal prompt If you could speak to your younger self, what advice would you give? Give advice to your younger self by writing a letter. Psychology research on reminiscence and regrets shows that this little talk can have value in helping you realize your current goals. If you're feeling stuck in knowing what you should … Continue reading If You Could Speak to Your Younger Self (Journal prompt)
What it Means to Be a Beginner Every Single Morning
Moraine State Park, PA "Be willing to be a BEGINNER every single morning." - Meister Eckhart Being a "beginner" can mean: ▪︎ Feeling rejuvenated or refreshed ▪︎ Ready to try and/or learn something new ▪︎ Not always playing the role of the expert ▪︎ Ready to start fresh It's important to be a beginner every … Continue reading What it Means to Be a Beginner Every Single Morning
What to Do about Imposter Syndrome
"Do I belong here?" "Who am I to be doing this sort of work?" "I feel like a fraud, though I'm not doing anything wrong, but sometimes this feels wrong." Dealing with imposter syndrome can be confusing. Someone who is feeling like an imposter may have these thoughts and emotions, one side telling you that … Continue reading What to Do about Imposter Syndrome
Spinning Your Wheels? Ask for Help When You’re Stuck
We don't always like to ask for help, a lot of times we'll wait until we're feeling completely overwhelmed by emotions and stress. While there are multiple reasons that we might behave this way, such as fear of failure or rejection, for example... however, this article isn't about the whys. Let's get right to the … Continue reading Spinning Your Wheels? Ask for Help When You’re Stuck
1% Better Habits and Goals
1% - Think about it If we made a small change in our lives every single day, just 1% better, what would our lives look like? How much improvement would we see? How much closer would we be to our goals? We often don't notice tiny changes or progress until they build up over time. … Continue reading 1% Better Habits and Goals
How to Set S.M.A.R.T. Goals
How to set goals Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time-based This is important framework for creating any goal, short-term or long-term. I keep this structure in mind when helping people set goals and intentions. We work smart ▪︎ We are specific ▪︎ We look at the details of the desired outcome ▪︎ We talk about what … Continue reading How to Set S.M.A.R.T. Goals
Why You Should Prioritize Your Mental Health (and How)
Do you prioritize your mental health? If your mental health isn't one of the areas that comes to mind, consider moving it to one of your top priorities. Here's the short answer of why it's important. When we work on our mental health, we improve all of the other areas of our lives. When we … Continue reading Why You Should Prioritize Your Mental Health (and How)
Be Fearless, Accomplish Your Dreams
Crewing and pacing my friend at Badwater 135 Think of something that you’ve always dreamed of doing. Travel? Opening a business? Contacting someone you haven’t talked to in a long time or ever? Dumping an unhealthy habit that you have been clinging to for years? It can be anything. It is probably overwhelming to think … Continue reading Be Fearless, Accomplish Your Dreams
“Make it Happen” – Inspiration for Taking Action
A collection of inspiring thoughts and tips for taking action. We talk about negative things way too much Break the habit by finding the good in your day and share it with others. Fun fact: all photos were taken by Shannon while trail running What are you passionate about? Can you use that to make … Continue reading “Make it Happen” – Inspiration for Taking Action