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Blog postPhoto by Caley Vanular on UnsplashI know what you’re thinking …. How can a trip to the gym get anyone excited?
Several years ago, I was with you on this one. The thought of having to put on workout clothes, get in the car, drive to the gym, and find the motivation to use the machines and free weights while trying not to look weak and clumsy was paralyzing.
Most of the time I’d make up a lame excuse not to go. I didn’t want to deal with the hassle, not t -
Blog postPhoto by Dev Asangbam on UnsplasLast week, my husband and I were listening to a podcast about transformation. The host and his guest discussed many aspects of how this concept affects our lives emotionally, physically, and spiritually. There was a lot of ground to cover.
The podcast was longer than usual, running about an hour and a half. At the time, there seemed to be a lot of repetition in the dialogue, with the same questions being asked and answered, but in slightly different ways -
Blog postPhoto by Candice Picard on Unsplash “Change is your friend not your foe; change is a brilliant opportunity to grow.” — Simon T. Bailey
Improving your outlook on life is a choice. We’ve heard it before — the concept that we can become better, more improved versions of ourselves by making the decision to use different approaches, methods, and techniques to transform our lives.
From adjusting the physical aspects of our environment, to improving our health and fitness, to devel -
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Blog postPhoto by Brooke Cagle on UnsplashIf we’re going to cry, let’s be sure we have a good reason. My youngest sister recently turned 60. As much as I tried to ignore it — the off-key singing, the lit-up cake, the smile on her slightly-wrinkled face — the wake-up call was heard loud and clear. What the hell had happened, and how did we end up in this decade?
Even more important, had I spent my time wisely so far? And what, exactly, had I accomplished that could be considered worthwhile — or -
Blog postOne of my most cherished memories of my dad took place in a small metal rowboat on a smooth, placid lake in the forests of Wisconsin.
Let me tell you a little about the man who had a hand in shaping my life.
My father was dedicated to his wife and children. Holding two jobs, he wouldn’t allow my mother to work, and he often took on additional consulting projects to pay school tuition for six children and keep food on the table. In hindsight, it seems his work schedule left little -
Blog postPhoto by Remy_Loz on Unsplash One of my greatest fears is breathing down my neck.
Summer. In my opinion, the warm, sunny months are the cruelest season of the year.
It’s bad enough I have to endure hot flashes, bitchy moods, and nightly sweats - tossing and turning in bed like a hot dog on a spit instead of getting the restful sleep my mind and body so desperately crave.
Now I have to contend with the weather – rising temperatures and humidity levels that give those same -
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Blog postPhoto by Andrew Neel on Unsplash To achieve your dreams, you must embrace adversity and make failure a regular part of your life. If you’re not failing, you’re probably not really moving forward. — John C. Maxwell
Most of us believe having something to look forward to — and be excited about — is a necessary component in providing the mental and emotional assurance that we’re working toward a better “someday.”
But what happens when those dreams fail to materialize? Was the t -
Blog postIt’s that time of the month! There’s lots going on in Real Life, including the list below of the all the articles published in the Newsletter during the month of May.
In case you’re wondering, you can also check out other monthly posts right here:
April 2022 Articles | March 2022 Articles | January & February 2022 Articles
Take a look around, there’s lots to explore …
In health & happiness,
Jill Reid | Pathway to Personal Growth
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Blog postPhoto by Karol Stefański on UnsplashYou know the feeling. It’s the sense that something — or everything — isn’t quite right. You might feel edgy, depressed, or unclear about the future. And as hard as you try to convince yourself everything will eventually be okay, you find it difficult to get back in alignment with the real life you know you were meant to live.
For many, the presence of uncertainty and confusion are the result of a struggle of identity — the on-going conversation in y -
Blog postPhoto by Antonino Visalli on UnsplashLast weekend, I had an itch. Unpleasant at best, it was the kind that forced me to get off my butt and do something constructive. And this time, I headed for the kitchen cabinets.
For the last nine years, those overloaded storage spaces have protected all my cherished kitchenware. Why are my cabinets loaded to the brim? Well, I love to cook. I like to try out new recipes, variations of old favorites, and experiment with the untested and unexplored. -
Blog postPhoto by Scott Warman on Unsplash Distraction: dis·trac·tion | \ di-ˈstrak-shən — Merriam Webster
1 : something that distracts : an object that directs one’s attention away from something
2: the act of distracting or the state of being distracted, mental confusion
Distractions are the bane of focus. We can’t always avoid them, and they have the ability to ruin the best of days.
Most of the time, distractions are obvious and right in front of our fac -
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Blog postStuck in a slump, dragging yourself through each day in a repeat performance of boredom and apathy? If you’re like most people I talk with, you probably feel like you’re caught in a loop, even spiraling down a rabbit hole with little or no progress being made - and no indication the future will be any better.
For those of you brave enough to admit it’s time for a change, let’s start with congratulations. You’ve realized you want a better life—one that fills you with purpose, direction, -
Blog postThe door to change is always unlocked. Sometimes we turn the knob and peer into the future with curiosity and questions. Often, it swings open wide, inviting us to step through. And occasionally, life’s circumstances give us a needed kick from behind, sending us sailing over the threshold.
Why the differences in how we approach the future? Our willingness to acknowledge and accept the inevitable changes in our lives may be an indicator of how we view the world.
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Blog postPhoto by Daniel Lincoln on UnsplashMy last pair of sunglasses broke. A good friend I hadn’t seen in a while met me for lunch. I’d just walked in the restaurant door and hadn’t removed my sunglasses. Seeing my friend in the lobby, I reached out. We hugged deeply and I heard the undeniable crack separating the lenses from the frame.
My friend was horrified. I smiled and told her it wasn’t the first time. And frankly, the minor loss was worth the embrace.
The funny thing is, I’ve n -
Blog postPhoto by Bewakoof.com Official on UnsplashThe effects are becoming clear — and worrisome. We’ve been separated for too long — from each other, from the activities we used to enjoy, from opportunities to really connect with the world in a physical, emotional, and spiritual way.
And while it may take more time to comfortably reacquaint ourselves with society and transition to a state of unconditional existence and human interaction, there are still lots of things we can do -
Blog postIt’s monthly round-up time! Here’s a quick recap of articles posted on Real Life and Life Observed during the month of April.
In case you’re wondering, you can also check out recaps of other monthly posts right here:
January & February 2022 Articles | March 2022 Articles | May 2022 Articles
Take a look, because you never know what might have slipped through the cracks …
In health & happiness,
Jill Reid | Pathway to Personal Growth
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Blog postPhoto by Brooke Cagle on UnsplashHi, mom — I know it’s been a while since I called. No excuses, it’s all on me.
Just so you know, I think of you every day and wonder if you’ve been keeping up with everything you’ve missed down here since you’ve been gone. The rapid speed of global warming, social and civil unrest brewing around the world, a pandemic that swept our planet without remorse, disconnecting family, friends, and society — changes in our lives you never had to experience in co -
Blog postPhoto by Madhav Rajesh on UnsplashAccording to the Mayan calendar, the 5125 year-long cycle ended on December 21, 2012. The idea made for some interesting movies and several best-selling books — mostly consisting of over-dramatized fiction with little basis in fact. There were, however, a small group of people who construed this event to be the literal end of time — and life — on this planet.
Other radical interpretations suggested the “end-of-days calendar” was actually a ki -
Blog postReal Life by Jill ReidReady to live a happier, more fulfilling life? Maybe I can help ... This month, I'm offering a 7-Day Free Trial subscription for the paid version of the Real Life Newsletter. As a thank you for taking advantage of the "sneak peek" promotion, I'll send you a FREE eBook of Real Life - Book One in the Real Life Series.
Whether you need a boost in confidence, a motivating message, or a little soul searching to help you face the daily challenges we all encoun -
Blog postPhoto by Anastasiia Tarasova on UnsplashYou can almost sense it … and it’s hard to walk away. Because that warm, comfortable feeling inside is telling you the person you’re with is someone you’d like to get to know a little better.
Whether an informal meeting or a planned event, there are a few recognizable signs you’re in the presence of a “people person.”
So how can we tell for sure? A few of you may have doubts, even when meeting folks who appear to be open and approachable.
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Real Life: We breathe, We sleep, We eat ... And In-between, We Live (The Real Life Series)
Oct 1, 2020
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Discover Your Personal Truth: Ditch the Excuses and Start Living a Real Life (The Real Life Series)
Apr 5, 2021
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