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Embrace the Journey: My Self-Improvement Month

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“Life is change, growth is optional. Choose wisely.”

Karen Kaiser Clark

September has arrived, and with it comes the opportunity to focus on growth, self-discovery, and positive change. As I bid farewell to the summer and welcome the autumn breeze, I’m excited to embark on a journey of self-improvement that’s uniquely me.

Embracing Self-Improvement: My Way
In a world that’s constantly evolving, one thing remains clear – the potential for self-improvement. My passion for planning, organizing, and self-care guides me through a month of meaningful transformations. As I navigate through this journey, I’m blending my love for beauty, planning, and self-care to create an elegant path toward growth.

Unlocking the Power of Planning
For me, planning goes beyond mere schedules and to-do lists. It’s about crafting a roadmap to my goals, dreams, and personal fulfillment. From a meticulously planned skincare routine to a well-structured day, planning is the cornerstone of intentional living.

Savoring Self-Care and Coffee Moments
Self-improvement isn’t solely about productivity; it’s about nurturing my well-being. With a cup of coffee in hand, I’m finding moments of reflection and indulgence in the things that bring me joy. These moments are the heart of self-care and the foundation for growth.

Creating Positive Change, One Step at a Time
September is my canvas for change, and I believe that progress is a journey, not a destination. I’m setting achievable goals, celebrating every milestone, and embracing setbacks as opportunities for growth. This journey is about creating a life that reflects my dreams and aspirations.

My Effect: A Beacon of Inspiration
In a month dedicated to self-improvement, I’m inspired to be a beacon of my own journey. The blend of beauty, planning prowess, and self-care wisdom I offer is a testament to the art of continual growth. As we navigate challenges and celebrate triumphs, I invite everyone to join me in embracing self-improvement and the journey of becoming the best versions of ourselves.

So, as I embrace Self-Improvement Month, I’m following a path that’s uniquely mine – a journey of planning, beauty, and self-care intertwined with the pursuit of becoming my best self. Let’s welcome September with open arms, as I lead the way in creating a life that’s as elegant and well-curated as my own persona. Here’s to self-improvement, growth, and the art of becoming! 🌟📔🌷

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Managing Mondays – Finding Inspiration and Motivation

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It is another week and I am eagerly sipping coffee after a short, brisk walk before the sun was brightly shining and heating up the pavement. Although it is September and many folks are starting to see signs of fall, those of us in Phoenix are still facing high temperatures around 100°. That means getting up early to beat the heat if you want to walk outside.

I put my weekly plan together last night while watching Sunday Night Football. It took longer than usual because I couldn’t take my eyes off of the fourth quarter madness as Green Bay made their way back to claim the win. Did you know I love football? No? Well, surprise! I had so much to think about this week because I have some lofty goals. I am working my side hustle hard this week and making some time to sharpen my saw. Me time includes reading because, well, to be honest I just haven’t been doing that much lately. And I have been looking at this book for weeks. I never put it on my bookshelf. No. I keep moving it from surface to surface through the house. That tells me how much I want to read it. So, I am planning for it. One chapter a day. I deserve that much me time. I know if I don’t write it in my plan I will keep putting it off and moving the book to, yet again, another surface. What book? This one…

The book is broken into 5 parts. My goal is to read a part each day and plan to add a little Badassery into my future planning. So excited!

My plans this week are pretty loose and functional with some key goals and important activities. The most important activities are the weekend. My son turns 23 on Sunday and I aim to make any free time we have as a family about him and his special day.

It seems lately that I am on the go and running on all cylinders from the moment I wake up until I crawl back into bed. I am making a point to have quality reading time to take my mind and my eyes away from screens. When I crawl into bed I want to sleep easy knowing my plans are clear and my mind is sharpened to be the absolute best person God made me to be.

I challenge each of you to plan the following into your week:

  • Sharpen your mental saw (read a book, learn something new, meditate)
  • Celebrate something or someone
  • Love everyone

Have a great week. Back to sipping coffee.