Have you been having a busy summer? I hope these tips will help you focus on your goals with the time you have, take care of yourself without pushing too hard, and surrender to the season of life you're in. It won't last forever, I promise! Comment below and let me know if you've had a busy summer!
My summer has been so busy! But, I've reassessed my goals completely because of the lack of time I have. Now, I feel confident going into the fall! :0)
I’m watching this video as I grab something to eat before I start my second job. I’ve really slacked on writing. I feel very unmotivated and depression is creeping in. This video came at the perfect time!
Love this video! I have decided to homeschool one of my kids while writing, and I'm feeling overwhelmed at the idea. So I'm looking for strategies to help make the most of my time without burning out. One tip I learned last year was to give myself a limited time to write. Instead of giving myself the whole day to work on and off on the book, I gave myself 45 minutes. After that, I was done, no matter how many words I wrote. I thought I was going to write less words this way, but I ended up writing more. I'm so happy for you about the baby! :D
I'm 30 weeks pregnant with twin girls and have neglected my writing for the last month. Hoping to get a few more projects done before my babies arrive. Many blessings for baby watch!!!
This is exactly the kind of video I needed today. I appreciate all the things you talked about and resonate with them as a full time student. Best of wishes to you and your family (especially with the new baby coming soon).
This video came at such a perfect time for me. I was struggling at the end of Camp Nano and just felt completely overwhelmed. I was waffling with the idea of making August a month of no goals and just working on things as I felt. Then things went downhill. Long story short, my sister is too ill to care for my niece at the moment so I'm suddenly in charge of a 12-year-old who starts school in two weeks and needs to go school shopping, and have orientation, and open house, and just SO MUCH STUFF. I don't know how moms do it! Once this all started happening I just decided to take August off. No youtube uploads, no regular social media posts, no writing, nothing. I think the key is that I CAN still do these things if I feel like it, but I'm not pressuring myself to do anything. And I gave myself a deadline. Once September hits, I've got to get back in the groove (though this all will depend on my sister's health at the time). I haven't even been watching youtube videos (I have 270ish videos in my watch later hahaha). Anyway, yeah, I'm definitely going to have to play this one back at the end of August so I can get my butt back to work =)
Well, that made me cry because I so needed this right now. You are a Godsend, Sarra. I am self-publishing my first two books, and yes, I have to finish the edits that I received back from my editor before I learn to format. And yes, I am stressing about formatting. Your encouraging words to focus on one thing is much appreciated. I work part-time, and my mother in law lives with me. She has Alzheimer's, so trying to find time to write is sometimes difficult. I can't wait to see the baby...sending a virtual hug.
OMG, this video came right at the perfect time. I'm literally jotting down notes so I can implement #allthethings. I'm so busy with work deadlines but I'm also trying to finish writing my first book. Then I'll be sending it off to an editor while I learn about the whole self-publishing process. It's so overwhelming. I can't wait until it's all second nature, hehe. Also, BABY WATCH! That's so exciting! Sending you lots of happy baby vibes.
Love these type of videos! My goal for the reminder of the year is to just start which I have. . I want my blog up and running, turning my posh mark closet into a full on business and sewing for myself
Thank you so much for this video. I am in a very busy season as we also moved into a new home, I fractured my left heel during it and am now in a boot and my husband has MS and has had a flair up due to the move. I was beating myself up over not being able to watch the Publish and Thrive course of yours I had purchased but I hope to start it tomorrow. I also put more on my plate than I can ever accomplish each 90 days but I'm learning to give myself some grace as some things are out of my control. You are an inspiration and I love your videos, products and courses. Best Wishes with your Baby Girl!
Your videos are always exactly what I need to hear. Thank you for sharing such amazing advice and letting it be known that it’s ok to take time to “fill the well.”
Totally needed this today! I really enjoy your positive mindset and your videos help remind me to keep things in perspective! Congrats on baby girl by the way!
This summer has been crazy busy. I'm technically behind, but I'm really happy with where I am in my plan. There's only four things that I have listed that fill my well... I need to find more joy. And my big goal is to increase preorders on an upcoming title. I have a plan for that!
Great video, thank you! I need this after coming off a week vacation with two weeks until school starts for kiddo. Thanks Laser focus, sage advice! And shopping and swimming fill my well too. Enjoy the time before baby.
I'm a big fan of swimming as a 'refilling the well' activity - my girls and I are always at the pool (but we do talk writing together, so it's not a complete break from our creative activities!).
Your tips in this video were very helpful and practical for me, thank you! I am somewhat of a productivity junkie, often feeling not-so-helped by what I read or watch, so I don't say that lightly! My 'busy season' is more of an indefinite life circumstance rather than a time-limited thing like a semester or a summer-with-kids-home, but I can still apply these principles to my situation and my goals. P.S. Congratulations on your soon-to-come baby girl!
Thank you so much for this video, Sarra, it’s exactly what I need right now. July was a busy month, and I started feeling very overwhelmed, so these tips are very precious 🥰 best wishes for the baby, can’t wait to see her pictures 😍😍
Thus video was great. I like the point about season of life. I recently finished my first book and I'm 1/3 of the way through book #2. During this time I've struggled a lot with balancing writing time with giving my baby and toddler all the attention they need/deserve. I've had to acknowledge to myself that (if I want to keep my priorities in line) I may need to adjust my expectations for myself and what I can accomplish at this point in motherhood.
I have a preschooler and toddler. This is a struggle for me too. It’s an “inconvenient” time to want to be productive. I just have to breathe and remember they won’t be so little and needy forever and this isn’t a season I’ll ever have with them again.
Another great video! 👍🌟 I wish I have the same drive and energy as you. What you said is true. I took a one week break that I just realized is now close to a 2 month break because I was busy with a new work. I find it hard to go back to my writing routine. This new video is making me energized to go back to writing ☺️ I think we're all excited for your new baby! ❤️❤️❤️
Yay another FF fan 😊 Which are you fave and which one are you currently playing? I have three favorites for different reasons. FF7 best character arcs FF8 Best romance FF9 Best music and World And thanks for another great video! I nedded this for finishing my first book only have 7000 words left 😊 Hope you have a great weekend!
I really have trouble with 'refilling my well'. Nothing comes to mind that elicits any joy from me. Stuff I used to like holds zero appeal. Nothing gets me excited. I am aware that this is because I have been severely clinically depressed for the last few years but it is frustrating. I feel like I'm playing a role when I try to do things that should make me feel refreshed and happier. It's all pretty empty so I tend to just nap.
Haha, we'll see where I settle once the whole office is put together! Right now, I'm just trying to find an angle that doesn't show all the boxes that still haven't been unpacked :P
Also, super random ... in case you don't mind sharing ... what's your wedding band made of ? Just curious if there's a story behind it. It looks like it isn't the common gold or silver and I'm looking at some alternatives myself that would be just as functional, durable and wouldn't provoke allergic reactions.
I'm currently wearing an Enso ring. My fingers are slightly swollen, so this is better than my white gold wedding band and engagement ring that are sometimes harder to get off at night right now!
QUESTION + COMMENT --- Is there a way to contact you privately? (Q) and the comment is this was very helpful. I really struggle with this, daily actually so I took a lot from this, thank you. (C)
You can email me at sarra@heartbreathings.com but just know that I'm taking a little longer than normal with emails since I'm in full baby prep and rest mode!
Have you been having a busy summer? I hope these tips will help you focus on your goals with the time you have, take care of yourself without pushing too hard, and surrender to the season of life you're in. It won't last forever, I promise! Comment below and let me know if you've had a busy summer!
My summer has been really busy, unexpectedly so!
My summer has been so busy! But, I've reassessed my goals completely because of the lack of time I have. Now, I feel confident going into the fall! :0)
I’m watching this video as I grab something to eat before I start my second job. I’ve really slacked on writing. I feel very unmotivated and depression is creeping in. This video came at the perfect time!
It's so hard when you're busy. I totally get it! Hang in there!!
Love this video! I have decided to homeschool one of my kids while writing, and I'm feeling overwhelmed at the idea. So I'm looking for strategies to help make the most of my time without burning out. One tip I learned last year was to give myself a limited time to write. Instead of giving myself the whole day to work on and off on the book, I gave myself 45 minutes. After that, I was done, no matter how many words I wrote. I thought I was going to write less words this way, but I ended up writing more.
I'm so happy for you about the baby! :D
I'm 30 weeks pregnant with twin girls and have neglected my writing for the last month. Hoping to get a few more projects done before my babies arrive. Many blessings for baby watch!!!
This is exactly the kind of video I needed today. I appreciate all the things you talked about and resonate with them as a full time student. Best of wishes to you and your family (especially with the new baby coming soon).
This video came at such a perfect time for me. I was struggling at the end of Camp Nano and just felt completely overwhelmed. I was waffling with the idea of making August a month of no goals and just working on things as I felt. Then things went downhill. Long story short, my sister is too ill to care for my niece at the moment so I'm suddenly in charge of a 12-year-old who starts school in two weeks and needs to go school shopping, and have orientation, and open house, and just SO MUCH STUFF. I don't know how moms do it! Once this all started happening I just decided to take August off. No youtube uploads, no regular social media posts, no writing, nothing. I think the key is that I CAN still do these things if I feel like it, but I'm not pressuring myself to do anything. And I gave myself a deadline. Once September hits, I've got to get back in the groove (though this all will depend on my sister's health at the time). I haven't even been watching youtube videos (I have 270ish videos in my watch later hahaha). Anyway, yeah, I'm definitely going to have to play this one back at the end of August so I can get my butt back to work =)
That is definitely a lot of change to deal with! Take the time you need!!
Thank you so much for this Sarra. I think the particular points on refilling my well and surrender was for me.
Well, that made me cry because I so needed this right now. You are a Godsend, Sarra. I am self-publishing my first two books, and yes, I have to finish the edits that I received back from my editor before I learn to format. And yes, I am stressing about formatting. Your encouraging words to focus on one thing is much appreciated. I work part-time, and my mother in law lives with me. She has Alzheimer's, so trying to find time to write is sometimes difficult. I can't wait to see the baby...sending a virtual hug.
I've been starting all my mornings with one or two of your videos because you help me get motivated!
OMG, this video came right at the perfect time. I'm literally jotting down notes so I can implement #allthethings. I'm so busy with work deadlines but I'm also trying to finish writing my first book. Then I'll be sending it off to an editor while I learn about the whole self-publishing process. It's so overwhelming. I can't wait until it's all second nature, hehe.
Also, BABY WATCH! That's so exciting! Sending you lots of happy baby vibes.
Wonderful advice! I'm so excited for your baby to arrive, this is going to be a wonderful season in your life! ❤
Love these type of videos!
My goal for the reminder of the year is to just start which I have. .
I want my blog up and running, turning my posh mark closet into a full on business and sewing for myself
Thank you so much for this video. I am in a very busy season as we also moved into a new home, I fractured my left heel during it and am now in a boot and my husband has MS and has had a flair up due to the move. I was beating myself up over not being able to watch the Publish and Thrive course of yours I had purchased but I hope to start it tomorrow. I also put more on my plate than I can ever accomplish each 90 days but I'm learning to give myself some grace as some things are out of my control. You are an inspiration and I love your videos, products and courses. Best Wishes with your Baby Girl!
Your videos are always exactly what I need to hear. Thank you for sharing such amazing advice and letting it be known that it’s ok to take time to “fill the well.”
Thank you for covering this topic, it’s really appreciated.
Totally needed this today! I really enjoy your positive mindset and your videos help remind me to keep things in perspective! Congrats on baby girl by the way!
This summer has been crazy busy. I'm technically behind, but I'm really happy with where I am in my plan. There's only four things that I have listed that fill my well... I need to find more joy. And my big goal is to increase preorders on an upcoming title. I have a plan for that!
Great video, thank you! I need this after coming off a week vacation with two weeks until school starts for kiddo. Thanks Laser focus, sage advice! And shopping and swimming fill my well too. Enjoy the time before baby.
I'm a big fan of swimming as a 'refilling the well' activity - my girls and I are always at the pool (but we do talk writing together, so it's not a complete break from our creative activities!).
Scheduling in refill time is what I fail with. Must start doing that more often! Thanks for the video!
Your tips in this video were very helpful and practical for me, thank you! I am somewhat of a productivity junkie, often feeling not-so-helped by what I read or watch, so I don't say that lightly! My 'busy season' is more of an indefinite life circumstance rather than a time-limited thing like a semester or a summer-with-kids-home, but I can still apply these principles to my situation and my goals. P.S. Congratulations on your soon-to-come baby girl!
You are amazing, encouraging, motivating and wise. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for this video, Sarra, it’s exactly what I need right now. July was a busy month, and I started feeling very overwhelmed, so these tips are very precious 🥰 best wishes for the baby, can’t wait to see her pictures 😍😍
Congrats! Love your videos - especially the 2019 Planner one.
Thus video was great. I like the point about season of life. I recently finished my first book and I'm 1/3 of the way through book #2. During this time I've struggled a lot with balancing writing time with giving my baby and toddler all the attention they need/deserve. I've had to acknowledge to myself that (if I want to keep my priorities in line) I may need to adjust my expectations for myself and what I can accomplish at this point in motherhood.
I have a preschooler and toddler. This is a struggle for me too. It’s an “inconvenient” time to want to be productive. I just have to breathe and remember they won’t be so little and needy forever and this isn’t a season I’ll ever have with them again.
needed this today:) had a rough day at work! this is a good reminder to take time for me
I used to hate swimming but when I was pregnant, it was awesome and I still love it! Definitely a well-filler for me too :)
You gotta go with the flow!!! :) I still struggle with a clean house...and my kids are 15 and 12! :P
Another great video! 👍🌟 I wish I have the same drive and energy as you. What you said is true. I took a one week break that I just realized is now close to a 2 month break because I was busy with a new work. I find it hard to go back to my writing routine. This new video is making me energized to go back to writing ☺️
I think we're all excited for your new baby! ❤️❤️❤️
Great advice! Hit home with life right now 💗
I can hear that baby in your breathing! Its almost over love!
Yay 🎉🎉🎉 🥳 another video. And such a good topic. 😄
Liked the encouraging focus statement's.
Yay another FF fan 😊
Which are you fave and which one are you currently playing?
I have three favorites for different reasons.
FF7 best character arcs
FF8 Best romance
FF9 Best music and World
And thanks for another great video!
I nedded this for finishing my first book only have 7000 words left 😊
Hope you have a great weekend!
I really have trouble with 'refilling my well'. Nothing comes to mind that elicits any joy from me. Stuff I used to like holds zero appeal. Nothing gets me excited. I am aware that this is because I have been severely clinically depressed for the last few years but it is frustrating. I feel like I'm playing a role when I try to do things that should make me feel refreshed and happier. It's all pretty empty so I tend to just nap.
Good video! Great advice! 🙂👍
I love your videos I want to write kids books but I don't know where to start
I love shopping! 😊
Me tooo!
nice advice. like to get my well filled.
I feel called out in this video lol Why cant I only work lol ok ok no but really - this is great advice
Great tips
Oh yeah, I'm happy to be able to see your kanban in your new office....could be lower tho. :)
Haha, we'll see where I settle once the whole office is put together! Right now, I'm just trying to find an angle that doesn't show all the boxes that still haven't been unpacked :P
Take care 🌸
Also, super random ... in case you don't mind sharing ... what's your wedding band made of ? Just curious if there's a story behind it. It looks like it isn't the common gold or silver and I'm looking at some alternatives myself that would be just as functional, durable and wouldn't provoke allergic reactions.
I'm currently wearing an Enso ring. My fingers are slightly swollen, so this is better than my white gold wedding band and engagement ring that are sometimes harder to get off at night right now!
@@HeartBreathings Super! Thank you for sharing.
QUESTION + COMMENT --- Is there a way to contact you privately? (Q) and the comment is this was very helpful. I really struggle with this, daily actually so I took a lot from this, thank you. (C)
You can email me at sarra@heartbreathings.com but just know that I'm taking a little longer than normal with emails since I'm in full baby prep and rest mode!