“What are you waiting for?”
I’m gonna cut right to the chase: you’re holding yourself back. A few Monday’s ago, we chatted about taking action steps towards your dreams and goals. Being able to say to yourself, “But what…
View Post“What are you gonna do about it?”
Happy. Monday. Rosy. People. Who’s excited about this brand spankin’ new week??? For those of you awesome folks on the CUR Sunday newsbreak, this lil’ Monday Mantra might feel a bit familiar. (; But y’all…
View Post“Today is no ordinary day.”
Merry (few days after) Christmas and Happy (few days before) New Year’s! I hope your holidays have included amazing, exciting, relaxing, and fulfilling times with family and friends galore. Now this week…this week is rough.…
View Post“I will choose joy.”
I had a whole other post planned for today, but it’s getting really good and real and personal and deep, and it’s better suited for closer to springtime. So I guess you’ll have to…
View Post“Get a little gritty, darling.”
Grit. It’s this word that seems a little vague, more fitting for a fun coffee mug than a Monday mantra. But today I’m wearing my favorite combat boots and I’m feeling edgy and daring, so…
View Post“Be weird. Break the averages.” (Shawn Achor + The Happiness Advantage)
ICYMI: I’m in Seattle. And the whole time zone difference thing is throwing. me. off. How do West Coasters wake up knowing they’re already three hours behind a good chunk of the country? I…
View Post“It’s an opportunity to grow, or an obstacle to keep you from growing.”
“It’s either an opportunity to grow, or an obstacle to keep you from growing.” As I was sipping some really, really good coffee this morning mulling over today’s Monday Mantra, I came across this quote…
View Post“Pause to respond, not react.”
This dose of Monday Mantra motivation has been brought to you by an inspirational chat with my momma, who is essentially my sage of wisdom besides being my blossoming photog, best friend, dressing room laughing…
View Post11 Happy Tips for 20-somethings
What’s something that we’re far too good at doing? Complaining. And another thing? Being our own worst mental enemy. It’s not exactly a Monday mantra, but I’d say we could all use some extra happiness…
View Post“Get comfortable being uncomfortable.”
What’s more uncomfortable than a Monday? I’m all about that Namastay in Bed mantra, as I’m sure most of the entire population of humankind is too, but a Monday is just *particularly* ripe for staying…
View Post19 Bible Verses on Anxiety & Stress
Instead of one motivational mantra today to get you geared up for the week ahead, I figured something even better was in order: a whole slue of ’em. And better yet? A slue of ’em…
View Post“Quit worrying about tomorrow like it’s promised.”
What a way to start the week, right? I saw this gem on Pinterest the other night and literally gasped: “We worry about tomorrow like it’s promised.” Heavy, right? And true. So comes this tidbit…
View Post“Keep going. You are getting better everyday.”
WOOOOO MONDAY! Who’s excited?!?! My guess is everyone, since today will likely be full of barbecue-ing and beaching and not being at work. #rejoice. But just like Christmas, please for the love of all that is ‘Murica,…
View PostFrom “Why me?” to “What now?”
Sometimes, s*** hits the fan. Whether it’s a seemingly simple bad day, a string of unwanted mishaps, or a drastically unfortunate cloud that’s bigtime raining on your parade, there’s bound to be a time where you…
View Post‘What if I fall?’ ‘Oh, but my darling, what if you fly?’
This is the most ironic post I’ve ever written. Why? Because I’m in an airplane, flying as I type. How appropo, right? Even better is the fact that I’m typing on my iPad, and my…
View Post“You are enough.”
Good morning, roses! I had a totally different post scheduled to come out this morning, but things change, flexibility is key, and sometimes anxiety gets the best of me. I’ll publish that original post tomorrow…
View PostRedefining “Success”
(Warning: It’s a doozy). Success. suc·cess /səkˈses/ Noun The accomplishment of an aim or purpose. The attainment of popularity or profit. Says Google, the most popular search engine on the planet. Thank you, Google,…
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