Category: Habits

Write It Down

Tyson Popplestone has a knack for creating blog posts that a short, simple and straight to the point. And they hit hard. It truly is a powerful form of art and something I look forward to reading daily. There is a blog post in particular that he published recently that made me stop and reflect hard. The article was titled, “Write it down.”

I always thought it was just me but my head is filled with thoughts and ideas. Today I will be on a high, focused and committed to a set of ideas. Tomorrow, new thoughts and ideas will flood my brain and it feels like they need to be a part of my life, my daily routine. The best example I have is fitness. How many different apps and workout programs are out there? How many ads for workout programs do you see daily? I LOVE working out and becoming a better, stronger version of myself. Some days, yoga is king. I need to improve my flexibility and inner peace. Other days, strength is king and I need to lift hard. I start one program only to find another one that looks just as good if not better. Well of course, I have to try it!

I’m guessing you have an idea of what this can lead to… Sure I’m in good shape because I exercise regularly. But, I never hit my goals! I never stick with a program long enough to reach my goals. What would happen if I committed to one program, wrote the other ones down and tried them when program no. one was complete? What would I be losing or missing out on? NOTHING! What would I be gaining? Discipline. Focus. RESULTS.

This mentality translates to every part of our lives. Nutrition. How many diet plans have you tried? Have you stuck with any of them through to the end? Have any of them truly worked? Blog ideas or side hustles. How many of those have you followed through on? Let me be clear, I’ve been playing around with side hustles for years because every day I come up with a new idea that must be better than yesterday’s.

I’m going to reflect back on this blog post from Tyson Popplestone on a weekly basis. To make sure I stay focused. To remember why. To win!

 

Laundry & Habits

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.

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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.

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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