Week 1 of my April Sabbatical is happening now!
If you’re new here, thank you for being part of my world.
We’re on a mini-break from opening thoughts while I’m OOO this month, but you can find the rest of your weekly goodies below.
Have a good week my friends. 😘
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1. I spend a few minutes each morning journaling, and now I’m adding this quick intentional sentence to the routine: “Today I commit myself to _____.” Joshua Becker explains more in this quick video. Watch here.
2. This article is really both a work better and live well tip - but I think it speaks more to overall happiness and feelings of well-being. If you feel like you fritter the day away and don’t accomplish your most important work, there are 6 habits you’re likely doing to make this cycle worse. Read more.
3. ICYMI: Here are 10 empowering habits to cultivate mindfulness in your busy day. Because we all need tools to regroup and move forward. Read more.
Catch you next time Reader, - love ya,
Cara
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