The secret to getting things done is to do things…
This weekend, I wanted to wash a boat, paint three pictures, write five articles, and maybe spend some time on my two novels. Given my slack week, I tried to get some stuff done this weekend. …
How is your mental health? Mine is not great.
Track what is important to you
Last year I came across the saying ‘you measure what matters.’ At the time, I was trying to get a handle on my finances. With that as my guide, I tried to make a weekly commitment to track my budget. I still do a…
Try, try, try again
I always find it interesting to deliver a new program as I have the opportunity to work through new concepts. One such concept I have recently come across is the power of self-doubt and limiting behaviour. …
Panacea or distraction?
I recently watched a video on the ADHD brain. I did this as my child has ADHD. As he gets further along at school, helping him organise himself is growing more critical. …
Procrastination
Saturday afternoon is a time I have earmarked to do creative endevours. My plan is that I will put on some YouTube sessions on topics I am interested in — such as painting and writing. Then as I watch these videos I will write and paint. …
Identify the change you want to make
I consistently start my workday by tidying then dusting my office followed by journaling. I use this time (fifteen to twenty minutes max) of reflection to ensure I am living true to my values of connection, communication, and creativity.
If I notice that I regularly write “I am not doing…
Sometimes life just sucks!
This time seventeen years ago, I was in labour with my first child. This time was one of the most terrifying and emotional times of my life. The specialists had been and talked to my husband and me about the potential challenges we could be facing. I had been given…
But they can be successful, mostly…
I have been asked to give a talk about relationship skills. After 22 years of marriage, I think I have plenty to contribute.
No marriage/relationship is easy. It takes communication, caring and willingness to compromise to stay together. You both need to be committed to making the relationship work. Over…
There are idiots everywhere and they have a platform
Last night I made the mistake of jumping on Facebook for a quick scroll. I really need to stop doing this! One page that I follow is a pro-vaccine/science page. I read a post that I agreed with, then I read a couple of comments — most of which aligned…
True bike fitness is all about riding day after day.
Today was one of those rides where I realise just how much group riding can teach you about life. I rode 100km with a lovely group of women. I had only agreed to the ride because the lady who invited me has been asking me semi-regularly. …
Julie Kenny
Writer | Executive Coach and Trainer | Triathlete | Mother | visit me at https://www.garnettrainingandconsultancy.com/
