Punishments suck. They suck for our kids and they suck for us to give them. I felt that the punishments I was bestowing onto my daughters were just purges for me where I got to vomit out my frustrations in the heat of the moment. It was a crappy feeling that did not solve the problem in the long-run. They are short-term solutions and they made me feel disconnected from myself and my children. At the beginning of my parenting journey with my eldest, I would sometimes complain about her “misbehaviors” to family members or close friends seeking some type of advice or maybe insight. I was always met with…
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How confronting myself helped me
Awareness is the single most important step to transformation and evolving. I always felt like there was something that I was missing that I couldn’t seem to grasp when it came to parenting. I felt alone and lost in my journey. I would yell, berate, punish, lecture, then overcompensate because I put myself in a spot where I would marinate in guilt, shame and eventually self-loathing. I hated the person I was becoming. It felt like I was losing myself in this role that I thought I would have control over and be able to accomplish. That’s why I really wanted to start a blog so that other mothers…
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5 Best Habits for Productivity
Productivity isn’t just about working harder; it’s about working smarter and developing habits that help you make the most of your time and energy. Here are five of the best habits that can significantly improve your productivity: 1. Prioritize and Plan Your Day Starting your day with a plan ensures that you stay focused on the most important tasks. A structured to-do list or schedule helps you avoid getting overwhelmed or distracted by less important activities. Tip: Use tools like Google Calendar, Todoist, or Trello to plan your day and set priorities. The 80/20 Rule: Also known as the Pareto Principle, it suggests that 80% of your results come from…
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5 Effective Ways to Help Yourself
Turning a business idea into a reality can be a daunting task, but with the right approach and execution strategy, you can significantly increase your chances of success. Here are five practical ways to execute any business idea effectively: 1. Start with a Solid Business Plan Before diving into execution, develop a clear business plan. This will act as your roadmap, outlining your goals, strategies, and how you plan to make your business work. Include Key Elements: Market research Financial projections Marketing strategy Business model Why It Matters: A detailed plan helps you visualize the steps you need to take, address potential challenges, and stay organized as you move forward.…
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5 Best Habits to live like charms
Productivity isn’t just about working harder; it’s about working smarter and developing habits that help you make the most of your time and energy. Here are five of the best habits that can significantly improve your productivity: 1. Prioritize and Plan Your Day Starting your day with a plan ensures that you stay focused on the most important tasks. A structured to-do list or schedule helps you avoid getting overwhelmed or distracted by less important activities. Tip: Use tools like Google Calendar, Todoist, or Trello to plan your day and set priorities. The 80/20 Rule: Also known as the Pareto Principle, it suggests that 80% of your results come from…