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30 ways to get 1% better

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Sharing 30 actionable ways to get 1% better starting today. Sometimes when I’m in a slump I start making sure I’m doing these things.

  1. wake up early
  2. read daily
  3. eat well
  4. love yourself
  5. judge less
  6. be yourself
  7. set goals
  8. plan your day
  9. positive attitude
  10. have purpose
  11. find inspiration
  12. love others
  13. network
  14. save money
  15. automate tasks
  16. track finances
  17. build a brand
  18. interact
  19. fail forward 
  20. dress your best
  21. invest
  22. journal
  23. be productive
  24. think ahead
  25. teach others
  26. do more
  27. spend wisely
  28. educate yourself
  29. have ambitions
  30. just start now

A little inspo for your next shinrin-yoku

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I think having land and not ruining it is the most beautiful art that anybody could ever want. (A. Warhol)  // Trees emit phytonicides (organic compounds proven to awaken your senses). The simple method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature around you while breathing deeply can alleviate stress, improve sleep & vitality.  Reminder to myself: The goal is to fully immerse yourself in the present moment, and to relax and let go of any stress or distractions. It is not exercise, or hiking, or jogging. It is simply being in nature, connecting with it through our senses of sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch. 

Journal prompts to kick start your self development journey

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I’ve finally (FINALLY) created my Vision Board. Yes it’s 6 months into the year but I just couldn’t get my butt off the ground this year. Well better late then never!

Sometimes you just need a little inspo to get restarted. Sharing 20 journal prompts to kick start your self development journey. You don’t have to do all of them, but I would suggest you respond to the prompts that energetically call out to you to answer.

  1. What areas of my life do I feel most unhappy & why?
  2. What specific changes would I like to achieve this week/next month?
  3. What habits do I perform that improve my personal growth?
  4. What new skills do I want to acquire to enhance my personal or professional life?
  5. How do I currently prioritize self-love in my daily routine?
  6. What negative self-talk do I need to overcome to reach my full potential?
  7. Who are the role models or mentors (virtual or in person) I admire & what qualities do l aspire to emulate?
  8. How can I cultivate a mindset of optimism & positivity?
  9. What steps can I take to improve my physical health, such as exercise, nutrition, and sleep habits?
  10. How do I manage my time effectively what strategies can I implement to enhance productivity?
  11. What activities/hobbies bring me joy and how can I make more time for them?
  12. What boundaries do I need to set in my relationships to prioritize my well-being & happiness?
  13. How can I practice mindfulness t0 reduce stress?
  14. What past achievements can I celebrate & draw inspiration from as I embark on this journey?
  15. What fears hold me back from pursuing my dreams, and how can I overcome them?
  16. How do I currently handle failure and what lessons can I learn from these experiences?
  17. What support systems or resources can I enlist to help me on my journey of self-improvement?
  18. How can I cultivate a sense of purpose in my daily life to fuel motivation?
  19. What small, actionable steps can I take today to start making progress towards my goals?
  20. How will I hold myself accountable and stay committed to mv journev of self-improvement

Spend a self-care day with me!

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Leaning into your self care routine is essential to being more productive BUT can help in elevating your divine feminine energy. #SayLess

We all have those days where we feel like we should push through the exhaustion and be productive.

But then there are days when you sleep in (not by choice), feel decision fatigue with every little thought and feel overwhelmed by the thought of your to do list.

The way to circumvent getting to any level of burn out (like listed above, because they are both a form of burn out) is to have a regularly scheduled self care routine. 
Or in my case self care day!  These happen very rarely and are usually caused by not making self care a natural part of my day.  So I took the day to lean into myself, be self obsessed and get things done that would feed my soul.

So …Join me on as I take a self care day!

Although I completely missed my morning routine (journal, meditate)…My day started with a healthy breakfast

My go to oatmeal right now is half cup of cooked steel cut oats, 4 strawberries, 1 banana, quarter cup of blue berries an a tablespoon of maple syrup.

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I have an awesome life partner who noticed me working too hard several weeks prior and booked me a 9am full body massage!

It was the perfect release after many weeks of half marathon training and general life pressures.

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Since I was out, I figured I might as well get some errands done.  I did a Fedex return and dropped off some overdue books to the library!

I ended up spending time at the library, perusing books for future readying, searching Pinterest for my vision board and checking out books for the girls #MomLife

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I went home and made myself a healthy nutritious lunch: scrambled eggs, edamame, roasted potatoes and broccoli and a home made alioli.

With lunch I watched some Modern Family.  I ALWAYS re-watch shows (SATC, Friends, Seinfeld and now Modern Family) because I do not have the bandwidth to start something new.

I let my food digest while I worked on my vision board and then got a workout in: 30 min run followed by a 20 min full body/no repeats tabata.

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Full transparency I watched a few of my fav YouTubers while I worked out (ie: Tam Kaur, Melanie P Cruz, Holly B Fitness) – I love motivational inspo and could watch these creators on repeat.

Immediately followed that up with an epsom salt bubble bath …and yes the bubbles are MANDATORY ;)

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I made good use of my soak by reading.  I try and read 10 pages a day and I’m currently reading “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”.  I love self dev books, but try to balance them out with some fun fiction tool.

By the time I got out of the shower, I had about 30 minutes before I had to pick up my kids so I did a quick clean or my desk.  Switched up my set up and deep cleaned all the surfaces. 

It was a much needed spring clean.

The rest of the evening was spent being a parent but I managed to finish the evening with a brain dump in my journal (released a lot of thoughts/emotions), had a herbal tea and slept early!

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Hope this inspired you to add some self care to your day, or take a day all together for yourself!

Outperform your 2023 self

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I have a few priorities and activities in the next few weeks so I’m not yet cramming in trying to create a vision board or create a word of the year.  (And hey if you are, that’s cool too – read more about My Vision Board process here)  But true to myself and my interest of the art of leisure and mental fitness, I wanted to share a few ways we can all out perform our 2023 selves!

Of course these techniques are not reserved for Jan 1, you can do them any time so I wanted to share as they are very useful.


Develop these Mindsets:

  • If 1000 people win, I AM ONE OF THEM.
  • If 100 people WIN, I AM ONE OF THEM.
  • If 10 people WIN, I AM ONE OF THEM.
  • If 1 person WINS, I AM THAT ONE.
  • If NOBODY wins, I DIED TRYING.

Develop New Healthy Habits:

It’s very important to have productive habits because they will turn into routines. Motivation can fade, and that is when discipline prevails.

Here are example of healthy habits:

  • write specific goals down for the following day before bed.
  • Journal & evaluate your day before bed.
  • Sleep early or get a good night’s sleep.
  • You are aware of your bad habits, change to the opposite.

Get 1% Better Daily:

This is MY FAV technique! Prioritize incremental progress over perfection. Don’t get lured into the fantasy or “fast result”

Knowing this will keep you consistent.

Some high valued 1% skills include:

  • Read for 10 pages daily
  • Learn for skill a least 10 min a day
  • Meditate for 5 minutes
  • Exercise for 1 hour
  • Create art daily (photography, doodling counts)
  • Reflect on your day
  • Practice gratitude

Prioritize Physical & Mental Health:

Add activities that makes you feel good physically and mentally to your routine.

  • Get some outdoor time daily
  • Journal everyday
  • Eat clean & drink 2-3L of water
  • Go on solo & friendship dates
  • Hang out with family/loved ones.
  • Read a self-dev article
  • Use diffusers or scented candles in your home
  • Clean your space (do a quick tidy)

Diversify your income streams:

Making money and more specifically women making more money is good for society and thr planet. In 2024 consider upskilling, changing jobs, seeking high-paying clients or even a side project that your are passionate about. Start small but stay consistent. Not only will there be a dollar amount change but also you’ll be developing your always learning attitude.

  • Get a new certificate your career field
  • Digital Marketing
  • Content Creation
  • Sell your art on Etsy
  • Influencer marketing
  • Audience building
  • UI/UX Design
  • Data Analysis Skills
  • Master No-Code

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Remember to lean into your Divine Feminine Energy

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Sometimes women get stuck in their toxic masculine energy.  This can be because of many factors but it all comes down to our fast paced lifestyle, being out of sync with the moon cycles, lack of community and not using our hands (aka holding a tiny black screen all day!).  

Which manifests for some women as:

  • feeling stressed all the time
  • being in flight or fight mode for years
  • operating from a point of fear
  • the need to control everything

But it’s very easy for us women to return to our natural state and divine feminine energy.

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Here are 3 ways to nurture your Divine Feminine and call back your natural receiving energy.

  1. Be creative – This means making something with you hands. Can be art, can be a meal, knitting, writing/journaling, doing your make up/hair
  2. Spend time in nature – Being within the trees, walking barefoot in the grass, try to aim for 10-30 minutes in the sun and within the trees. We need to do a more concerted effort to reconnect with mother nature.
  3. Learn to say no – As women we often obligated to do things for others, take care of others and put ourselves last on the priority list. We often feel bad saying no and feel like we need to handle more than we can – it creates bitterness and resentment. Start practicing saying no today. It will be the first step in healing the the wounded feminine.