I turned 31 today. While I try to reduce expectations around “bigger” days like birthdays, I am only human. What do I expect out of this day, out of this year? How do I show up authentically, regardless of reason? Kelcey from my cohort says this is a prime number, so mathematically, something happens. And…
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Goals Progress Report: January 2023
Vulnerability was a theme of January 2023. After a particularly isolating day, my brother gave me space to vent, and he thanked me for showing my humanness, before sharing some tips. Later, a colleague check-in led to ample sharing, and I now feel a little safer in being vulnerable. Though people-pleasing and independent work are…
Acknowledging grace through living authentically and affirmations
I’ve discussed the power of giving and receiving grace. How about acknowledging when grace was present? Or when grace wasn’t present? Acknowledging grace takes presence Acknowledgment means KNOWING. I know I felt grace on Easter Sunday. For the first time in years, I didn’t go to church. Instead, I lounged in the sun, with my boyfriend and…
3 ways I’m growing more independent during corona
I’m back for week 6 of the Corona Diaries. Today’s topic is thanks to self-talk during my walk today. Over the last few weeks, I’ve learned a lot about myself. I have a tendency of using productivity for its own sake. While this work is useful, by constantly moving, I become dependent on this schedule,…
Is stillness possible during craziness?
Happy Sunday and a joyful Easter to all who celebrate! It’s week 4 of Corona Diaries. Every Sunday, I’ve been writing about building habits and regaining practices. Check out my past posts here, with inspiration like kickboxing in the living room to finding ways to help others. I’ve been busy, and overall, I’ve been using…
2020 so far – Surrendering smaller habits for bigger goals
Alternative title: the struggle of saying, “no.” I am terrible at saying this. Even writing these first couple of sentences feels vulnerable. I know I am not alone in this battle: if I say, “yes” to every given opportunity, I show I am capable, reliable, and oh yeah, well-liked (or at least considered). Is always…
Goals in Progress: January 2020 Review
In 2020, I set 10 values-based goals, and in the process, I’m working hard to see the value of the “in-between.” I believe everyone’s a work in progress, after all. A monthly review comes at an excellent time because one of my creative role models, Alexandra Franzen, is running a checklist contest. This is thanks to…