March 1st, 2011
Getting Started Takes Just 1 Step
What do you really want?
If you want to simplify and improve your life but have been putting it off until you had the time to really devote to making “things better”, or just don’t know where to start — you are not alone.
I asked many moms and busy women I know what they wish they could finally get a handle on this year. All of them seemed to spout the same thing, work-life balance, more working out, more time for themselves, time off without worrying about work, time with the kids, time away from the kids.
All of these are essentially saying the same thing – I want more freedom, more space to myself, so I thought wow, this is all white space. Just like white noise, there’s not complications, no interruptions, no message. Just the lack of stimulus. Space where thoughts, worries, and stress don’t need to happen. Nothing needs to fill it. Ahhhh…I’m sighing out loud right now just thinking about it!
The reality is that most women and definitely all moms need to improve and increase this white space in their lives – but many of us never get the chance nor take the time or get around to figuring out how to get it!
So, that’s what the next 31 days are about.
The inspiration and idea is simple. By the end of this challenge you’ll have spent 31 days learning new ways to simplify and get more white space in your life AND put them into practice. It is designed not only to enlighten you with knowledge about simplifying your life and being happily productive, but also give you some real life actions you can take to ACTUALLY USE the advice.
So, if you’re ready…let’s do this! Each week will focus on a different important theme. This week – it’s your health and physical space.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- How the right food fuels your body & brain for more energy, better time management and A’s on your report card.
- Some simple, unexpected steps to clear out the cobwebs in your physical space…and how they just might clear out other areas of your life too!
- Why “their” stuff is s*it and your s*it is stuff!
Then, I’ll wrap up the week by paying a little homage to my first featured White Space Goddess.
Let’s Get Started.
Watch the video. Do the exercise. And post anything you discovered below in the comments and make sure to tweet this post!
I’ve got my list! Anne, I’m so looking forward to all the greatness you are going to bring to me. I still think what you are doing is the most brilliant idea I’ve heard of in a long time because what you are doing is soooo important for the way we are living our lives.
Thank you.
Melody
It’s Day 1…March 1st! I can’t believe it! This is my month to focus on ME!!! Spring is such a true ‘spring cleaning’ kind of month and I’m ready to do the physical spring cleaning as well as the mental/emotional/spiritual ‘spring cleaning’ as well. Definitely need more white space…need to feel more calm and organized, both in the house and in this body!
Thanks for starting this Anne! I’m excited to find what I can learn!
xx MB
Melody!
Thank you for your comment. This has become my theme for 2011. I think it’s such an important topic and one that I see many people struggle with. We all want more peace in our lives. I don’t know one person who can say otherwise.
I cannot wait to share our interview later this week!
It really means a lot that you have supported me on this – since you’ve actually helped me get a little more peace in my home!
MB,
Girl…you know I have spent the last 2 years watching you and learning so much from you!!
I’m interviewing some really amazing women and I think you’ll enjoy hearing what they have to share too!
March is also my spring cleaning month…mostly because it’s my birthday and … well, I usually spend the month becoming aware of all those little things in life that aren’t exactly the way I want them to be.
In the past several years, March has always been a big time of transition–moving to Canada, moving back, deciding to teach pilates, having Mila, joining the RCR club… I’m so excited to see what this year brings.
I am thrilled you are coming along for the ride!
Lots of Love to you!
Anne
It’s funny how certain things come into your life when you need them the most…even if you are not aware of it at first. I have a feeling I am going to need a lot of white space in the month of March. I just made some major life changing decisions and this will really support me giving myself the space I know I will desperately need but probably would not have taken without these reminders.
Thanks Anne for letting me participate.
xoxo
Kimberly
Kimberly,
You and me both girl. I’m so excited you are a part of this and I know that together we’re going to feel so much lighter at the end of this month…and then hopefully have some of the skills we need to keep things that way!
xo
anne
OMG Anne!! I LOVE you!! xoxo
Got my list put together. Some of the things listed are always floating around my silly little head but there were a few that surprised me. Thanks for making me think 😉 I am excited about the venture …..
Thank you Anne!
Honey – back at you seriously. I love your mini challenges btw. RCR has helped me get more white space…I hope you are doing well!
Lynn,
Keep your list handy but don’t get too emotionally or mentally bothered by any of it — sometimes seeing what’s on your mind in black and white can bring up some challenging emotions. Let the list sit there, be aware of what’s on it, but don’t go there or judge. Glad to have you on the ride with us!
Anne