Posts Tagged ‘do it better’
Keep It Simple, Sister!
Here’s a life lesson that took me far too long to learn: things don’t have to be complex to work. Like most people I know, I’m always on the lookout for the next bright, shiny object. What new app, product, gadget, or gizmo will make me more productive? But often times these new fascinations of…
Read MoreAt First Sight: Choose an Inspiring Morning Image
When you first get out of bed in the morning, what do you see? A pile of dirty laundry? Toys that your kids (or dogs!) left all over the carpet? Your snoring spouse? The first things you see in the morning can influence your mood throughout the day, so make sure to look at something…
Read MoreNo Pain, No Gain: Why Being Uncomfortable is a Good Thing
You might imagine some burly Hans and Franz type bodybuilder to subscribe to the motto “no pain, no gain.” Did I just date myself with that SNL reference? But “no pain, no gain” isn’t some mindless fitness jargon. It’s a fundamental principle of the total body health equation. If you want the gain, you gotta…
Read MoreBook Review: The Everygirl’s Guide to Life
Have you ever read a book that changed your life? How about one that you refer back to over and over again? I have, and it’s The Everygirl’s Guide to Life by Maria Menounos! Check out this short video where I share my 3 favorite things about this book and why you are an everygirl…
Read MoreKill Your To-Do List With a Sense of Urgency
One of my former managers used to zip through the hallways of our office building like she was trying to catch a bus. Everything was urgent, and there was only one way to get to the next meeting or appointment—fast! I’m a speed walker too, but only on the treadmill. The rest of the time,…
Read MoreWhere’s My Motivation? Go Deeper for Better Results
Today I’m linking up with my friend Andrea at DreAm heART sMart ArT for her blog challenge. The prompt is “deepen.” Every so often, a certain question pops into my mind. It could be while I’m sitting at my desk, while I run on the treadmill, while I review my bank accounts, while I fold…
Read MoreWaiting-in-Line Meditation: How to Chill Out in 10 Items or Less
A few days ago, Chris and I were cruising around the salad bar/hot food bar at Whole Foods. When we’re feeling especially lazy, it’s nice to grab a quick dinner there. If I had my way, I’d just pull a chair up to the salad bar and start shoveling stuff into my mouth. Gosh, everything…
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