Does reading a book affect your day? (a semi-book review and some thoughts)

Half way through reading it, I was gearing up to write a book review on “Rules of Civility: A Novel”, an Amor Towles’ book.

Word of the week “grace”

This week, my word of the week is “grace”. The word grace encompasses kindness, consideration, poise, courtesy, gratitude, the beauty in the fluidity of movement and so much more.

Book Review/Summary and 10 mindset shifts to consider: “Decluttering at the Speed of Life”

You have to wonder – if you’re feeling overwhelmed and are in the middle of considering decluttering your entire living space, should you pause to take the time to read an entire book on decluttering? The book “Decluttering at the Speed of Life” by Dana K. White could be worth the read and the time

Simple ways to get unstuck

There are times when you just want to go from feeling bogged down from all that every day stress to feeling lighter and free from anxiety.

Translating “I’m a little worried” to “I need”

I was reading an article on how baby birds under two weeks old open their beaks and peep when they are hungry.

Today’s motivational nudge: Be intentional about how you go all in

Two quick paths to burnout are to go all in and give your absolute all to everything all the time or to go all in on something you just don’t resonate with.

Today’s motivational nudge: Lean into all that’s unique about you

I think comparison with others has its place when we’re trying to learn more about our environment and the people around us.

Embracing serenity with a digital detox – methods to consider and a one week challenge

A digital detox is the process of taking a break from electronic devices as a way to cut down on the endless distraction that can come from being connected at all times. It can be a quick way to bring calm and serenity into your days if you’ve been feeling stressed out or a bit