I am breaking up with dryer sheets. Yes, I said it. No, I still can’t believe it. Let’s back up. Last month, I joined The Mighty Fix. It is a subscription box that delivers one thing every month to help you create a healthier home. I jumped at this opportunity especially when I saw that it was so affordable.
This month, I received a 3 pack of Wool Dryer Balls. I added 2 drops of lavender essential oil to each ball and tossed them in the dryer. HEAVEN. Seriously, how have I lived my life without these?! My laundry smelled amazing, my clothes were soft, and no static! Not only are these incredibly functional, but you just keep reusing them for 1,000 loads! So, for the price of 1-2 boxes of fabric softener sheets, I have a new solution that will last me 10 times longer and is better for me, my family, and the environment. You’re sold, aren’t you. 🙂
I feel like I could keep talking about that, but let’s switch gears to habits. Everyone’s favorite topic! There is a reason these are so frequently discussed. Think about something. How hard is it to start something new? You have never done or you did it at one point, but you stopped for some reason and now you’re trying to get back into it. Is it harder than maintaining it after you have a rhythm going? Of course it is! The small things are going to get you where you need to be, but you HAVE to do the small things. You can’t wait for the motivation or inspiration. You will never get anything done.
You can’t slack because you don’t feel like doing it today. Even worse, you can’t slack because you have been doing so well. That’s when I fail most often. Oh, I’ve been successful with this for a little while, I don’t need these tools and strategies anymore. WRONG! If anything, you need them more than ever to make sure you don’t lose momentum on this thing you have wanted so badly and have been working toward.
I have been reading Mange Your Day-to-Day by Jocelyn K Glei and just finished the “Frequency” chapter. In any personal development book, there are going to be sections that knock you on your ass and others that you gloss over. Depending on where you are in your life, some things will resonate while others will fall flat. This chapter hit me.
“Frequency makes starting easier.”
“Frequency keeps ideas fresh.”
“Frequency keeps the pressure off.”
“Frequency sparks creativity.”
“Frequency nurtures frequency.”
“Frequency fosters productivity.”
“Frequency is a realistic approach.”
So, I personally, am revisiting my habits. I started a new “Habit Tracker” page in my Bullet Journal and I’m focusing. Day-in and day-out, I’ll be focusing on these small things that I know can make an impact. I look forward to a month from now to see what I have accomplished (and to see if some of my habits really aren’t working for me or adding value).
Thanks for listening lovely friends!
Elizabeth
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