I hope your week is off to a great start. Sure, I’m sporting this floral dress and I’m going to share all about that, but yesterday I shared this post on Instagram about chill weekends and I really wanted to share more on the blog about what that meant, and why they are so important.

Have you ever looked at your calendar and wondered, “Oh my, how am I going to get through this week?”

You may have added 1 or 2 more appointments that take up time that you set out for your self-care, but you promise yourself you’re going to make it up. But, you don’t make it up, and you realize you have done this for a few weeks stacked on one other. You’ve taken a trip, but it’s been specifically as media, so technically you weren’t “off.” Yeah, that’s what happened to me, and I’m not trying to throw a pity party, but I am acknowledging ways that help me press the reset button after a flurry of work and commitments in the hopes that it helps you.

Stop the presses!

Meaning, simply stop doing what you’re doing so you at least have the next 24 hours to just be.

When you have that time, fill your cup back up

Recharging looks differently for everyone. For some, getting outdoors is the secret to resetting. For others, it’s reading a stack of books. For me, it’s a combination of sitting doing nothing, enjoying silence, and watching TV with a nap “haze.” The next phase of recharge is going for at least a 30-minute drive (not city) with an iced drink. I know, so specific, right? But, it’s just what I need! Once you know your secret formula to get you back to you, it makes the process so much easier.

Start the week with a new outlook

My friend Davon “The Bubbleista” started a new series that I look forward to every Monday. It’s called No More Monday Mournings. Maybe you call them the Sunday Scaries, or maybe you just know it as that dread feeling as the weekend is winding down. Davon is flipping the script on that and giving us all tools to be better. Check out her tips for the week and follow (and use) the hashtag #NoMoreMondayMournings to stay motivated as you tackle your crazy calendar!

We’ve all heard the phrase “Don’t forget to stop and smell the roses.” But how many of us, well, actually “don’t forget?” . Truth is we all forget–but let today’s post be a reminder! The good news is that it isn’t even hard to leave room for joy either because sometimes the smallest things can bring the most joy. We just have to make and leave room for them. . Here are 3 simple ways you can leave/make room for joy this week: . 1️⃣CLEAN IT UP: @mariekondo: {author of books selling 8.5+ million copies} suggests the key is to physically create room by getting rid of junk to make way for joy. While she is referring to physical possessions this can also apply to your email inbox, too. 2️⃣JAZZ IT UP: Add a pop of color to your work space with flowers or a small piece of artwork, or include a bright and colorful piece of clothing in your outfit ensemble 3️⃣CLEAR IT OUT: This week avoid those nagging negative voices in your environment (or head!) and instead surround yourself with people, thoughts, and things that can lift your spirits (like books; or spending time with pets/animals, or watching a funny or insightful show instead of the news. ➡️➡️. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the @netflix shows “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee by @jerryseinfeld and “My Next Guest Needs No Introduction…” by @davidletterman) . So are you going to CLEAN IT UP, JAZZ IT UP, or CLEAR IT OUT to leave room for joy this week? Let me know in the comments below! . Then also post your own IG inspo to encourage others and be sure to spread the joy by using the hashtag #NoMoreMondayMournings! . Here’s to having a joy-filled week, my dears! _________ #todayisagoodday #everydayisagoodday #dayslikethis #smileandbehappy #aspiretoinspire #onpurpose #chooselovely #seekinspirecreate #mondayfeels #mondayvibes #igquotes #mondaymood #inspiremyinstagram #motivationalquotes #mondayinspiration #setgoals #mondayquotes #glitterguide #iamtheeverygirl #mondaythoughts #wordsofencouragement #truthquotes

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