As much as many of us choose to overlook it, there are a lot of things currently in our lives that are self-sabotaging our success.

We sit in chairs all day long, we eat processed foods and we face constant stresses from work, our relationships, our finances, and more. 

What’s more, we are constantly in demand, ‘plugged in’ and ‘stressed out’. 

Our phones are always ringing, texts are always coming in, we get a new e-mail every two minutes… And even when most of us aren’t working, we are still on technology or multi-tasking, which means we’re still unable to really decompress.

Is it any wonder that our mental wellness is in such a state right now? 

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Without regular daily self-care, you’re likely to end up feeling stressed, tired, and generally unmotivated - regardless of what you're doing. 

So let’s look at how you can be negatively affected without self-care -some signs to watch out for that you need more self-care in your life. As well as the positive benefits of adding regular self-care throughout your day - to overcome burnout and lead to a more successful and productive life - professionally and personally.

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Mornings are busy and they can be pretty chaotic. Whether you have kids, pets, or even just yourself to get ready and out the door, you know this first hand. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be that way, no matter how busy you think you are first thing in the day. 

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The idea of adding habits and systems can sound overwhelming.  You probably feel like you’re already stretched so thin - how could you possibly add or learn one more thing?

The thing with habits is they actually GIVE you more time and help free up space to do the things you want to do (even if that is doing nothing at all).

Let’s talk about forming new habits.

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There are so many personal development and self-help books, courses, manuals, videos, and ideas out there. 

There are times it can feel like information overload.

Yet even with all the information to makeover your life readily available,  it can also feel overwhelming and unachievable when you try to implement it yourself. The issue isn’t getting the information. 

The key to your success is to break that information and your efforts down into smaller, realistic actions that can help you find success.

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One of the top challenges many people face is finding time to fit in all the things they want to do, in addition to all the things they have to do. When you live a busy lifestyle, it can seem almost impossible to find extra time to look after yourself.

So, how can you start to find some work-life harmony? Here are some great tips to get you started!

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We all want to be happy.

We all have our own criteria for what experiences make us happy. It doesn’t matter your age, race, or income - everyone can site their own experiences that make them happy.

So while there might be differences between the lifestyles of happy people, there are many things they share in common, too.

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You might hear the phrases like “let go of limiting beliefs” and “change your mindset” buzzing around the internet lately - but what does that really mean?

While you probably don’t constantly think about how your mindset affects your life, it constantly impacts thoughts, feelings, and decisions throughout your entire day.

Abundance mindset, scarcity mindset, fear mindset, fixed mindset, growth mindset, confident mindset, and many others are all different types of mindsets we have. Each unconscious and conscious belief affects our lives every moment.

According to Carol Dweck, Stanford research psychologist and author of the book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success states, “the power of our beliefs, both conscious and unconscious, and how changing even the simplest of them can have a profound impact on nearly every aspect of our lives”.

Wanted to start having a bigger impact in living the life you want? Here are 5 ways you can change your mindset to an abundance or growth mindset and improve your life.

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Does it feel like you only have two options: achieve your goals or enjoy your life. Neither one ever gets to be one hundred percent fulfilled. How many times have you caught yourself saying “I don’t have enough time” or “I wish there were more hours in the day?” But Is this really the truth? Are you waiting for retirement to enjoy your life? Many working moms feel as though they are waiting to have more free time for their life to happen rather than creating the life they want.

Keep reading to find out WHY play is so important to your self-care and overall well-being, as well as some simple ways to make it happen.

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When you say "self-care," many people think of the luxuries of expensive spa days or weekends away. Self-care is actually a necessary part of your day-to-day lives to help you manage stress and contribute to your daily happiness and productivity, By incorporating some of these simple tips I’m going to share consistently - just a couple of minutes every day- you can really begin to make a difference

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I’m sure we can all think of a moment as a child when we were bursting with pride and wanting to show off our “masterpiece” to somebody, whether it was a painting, a sandcastle, food, or other creation. Unfortunately, as we get older, we are not always naturally connected to our creative side anymore. We start to judge ourselves and think we’re being judged.
In this blog, we’re going to explore reconnecting with our creative side and why it’s important as part of our self-care routine.

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You have your list. Of all those things you think you “need” to do.

Everything from running the kids around, work, the dishes, laundry and other household tasks, appointments, and family stuff

The list goes on…

So, where are YOU on your to-do list?

Take a moment and REALLY look at it.

Where can you find the space that is a NECESSARY part of your day?

That’s right - not selfish, extra, or bonus time - but NECESSARY.

Maybe it’s only 5-10 minutes… but when it’s intentional, it can be exactly what you need.

Whether you take a walk, grab a coffee, call a friend or just sit and enjoy 5 minutes in the car by yourself.

This alone isn’t ALL of your free time or self-care - but it’s a start.

Some days it may seem harder than others, but keep looking.

It gets easier to find the more you PRACTICE prioritizing YOU in your day.

Let’s look at 4 easy ways to prioritize your self-care and even some actionable ways to start integrating it - every day.

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When you say the words “Physical Fitness” - most people have an idea of what that means to them and how to achieve it. Even if they are not taking action at that moment - they could tell you what they think it looks like.

So what do you think of when I say the phrase “Mental Fitness”?

Not sure how to answer that?

Then this blog is perfect to help you understand WHAT it is and WHY mental fitness is so important in your day-to-day life, as well as some simple ways to start “building your mental strength!”

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“Habits are to the soul what roots are to a tree - the foundation of stability and growth” - Best D Life

Living a lifestyle you love has nothing to do with wanting, wishing, willing, or dreaming it into existence.

It comes from DOING the things you do every day help to imprint and automate behaviors, to ensure that they happen consistently.

What I like to refer to as habits, systems, and routines.

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Mom, I’m bored….

Summer’s here and before you know it, the excitement of being out of school can quickly fade - leaving you and the kids wondering - now what?

As much as everyone loves a vacation, sometimes that just isn’t possible. Planning some intentional, fun, and different activities can make a “staycation” feel a little less like staying at home.

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In the midst of that chaos, the real purpose and intention of the season can be lost. We can seemingly bypass the entire month of December in our minds in preparation for the new year which seems to hold the promise and opportunity of a fresh slate on which we can start everything we didn’t get to this year, as if none of the obstacles that held us back or took up our time this year will exist.

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Guilty pleasure. Such a loaded phrase! Why do we need to feel “guilty” about the things that make us happy? So where does the guilt come from? The next sections will help us begin to look not only at where that guilt comes from but also how to begin letting that guilt go.

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Learn how to re-think what it means to be creative, why it matters and how to incorporate it into your day to day self-care routine.

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