Children aren't the only people that benefit from routines. Adults need them too. Sometimes stress is soothed by a sense of control. When things feel out of control, the routine provides a reliable sense of accomplishment. It can keep the dreamer and the visionary grounded. Those words my sound the same, but I believe that... Continue Reading →
Meme Mondays with Trisha: Winter Wonderland
Another Meme Monday so soon?! Yes, dear reader. I had every intention of resuming Motivational Mondays, but I couldn't help myself. Since last Monday's post leaned more toward motivation, I felt it was only right to bring you the humor you've come to expect and deserve. Since, Winter Solstice and Christmas fall on this week.... Continue Reading →
Meme Mondays with Trisha: Aggretsuko is Motivational
Aggretsuko is on the brain. Retsuko and the gang's Final Season will release February 2023. That's only a few months away. Since I follow Aggretsuko, I see all kinds of Motivational Memes provided by Sanrio Co. In a way, it's actually Motivational Meme Monday. Christmas and New Year's Day is just around the river bend.... Continue Reading →
Motivational Monday with Trisha: Renew Yourself
New year new me sounds a bit cliche, but there's meaning behind it. It's giving yourself the permission to start over. Sticking to your values is a good thing. If the result of that conviction is pain, it's time to consider a new path. Taking the first step toward change can be difficult. We might... Continue Reading →
Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Christmas Gifts
Let's be honest, the Christmas Countdown starts on Black Friday. Not December 1st. There's a pressure to get everything off Santa's list by Cyber Monday. Otherwise, we set ourselves upto be Arnold Schwarzenegger from Jingle All The Way. While others won't be able to check everything off Santa's list. No matter how much time they... Continue Reading →
Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Aphorism
For those of you that want to keep the reason you're thankful short this year, consider Aphorism. It means the finest thoughts with the fewest words. I'd like to say that this was an organic thought. A las, it was not. I found it in a book called I Really Needed This by Hoda Kotb.... Continue Reading →
Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Cooking
Cooking is one of my love languages. When done with love instead of obligation, it can be therapeutic There's something calming and rewarding about the start and finish of a dish. How is cooking motivational? The ability to cook is rarely a gift. Most of the time, it is learned. The title of good cook... Continue Reading →
Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Hygge
There's something soothing about a soft throw blanket, a cup of coffee, and your favorite book on a chilly day. Sometimes, these moments are few and far between. The the peace that comes from it brings out a feeling that I try to hold on to. Did you know the word for that feeling is... Continue Reading →
Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Winter
Inspiration can come from just about anywhere. Since I have a hard time staying in the moment, the Autumn lover in me is already thinking about Winter. Don't get me wrong, I'll always favor Autumn. Winter is fine for about six weeks. Then, I'm over it impatiently waiting for Spring. So, I decided to channel... Continue Reading →
Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Reflection
We have two months left till 2023! Halloween Weekend is three weeks away. Christmas has gradually made it's presence known. Before you know it, it's New Years Eve. Although it's a bit early for it, let's start reflecting on 2022 today. I'm not one for New Years Resolutions, but I do like setting goals. There... Continue Reading →