Is it summer yet? No? Was it really just the first full week of classes? I'm still in "winter break denial" and already in need of a break from school! Swamped with work and we're not even in the thick of it yet! That could be a reason though. Things are always more difficult when we haven't fell into the routine yet and everything seems so "new". Trying to stay on top of it all, while always working full time here....things are more than crazy. It has me thinking that it may be time to "expand" the Strength and Sunshine team. We're only into the first month of the year, but the editorial calendar has never been more jam-packed and it's hard to manage EVERYTHING on the backend.
I feel like I'm being pulled in so many directions with so many things that I care about and are important. School (has to be) number 1, but my business is so "real" and tangible, so it's fighting for number 1. Some things I know I have to hold off on for the next few months (I'm almost done with school, right?). Not only that, but my health (or lack-there-of) has to be number 1 too. Can I have 3 number ones? Yes? No?
SS Posts from the week:
Monday: Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches with Tahini Slaw (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
Wednesday: Mini Gluten-Free Salted Caramel Chocolate Whoopie Pies (Vegan, Allergy-Free)
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
+ Consumerisms Dirty Little Secret
We don't need to buy those things.
+ Don't Just Sit There...Do Something!
Nothing will happen or change if you don't!
What you learn in complete solitude.
+ Adolescence Now Lasts From 10-24
Being 18 is not an adult.
Very interesting concept!
+ The Scientific Way To Win An Argument
An essential skill!
+ How-To Avoid Self-Help Inception And Be The Best You
The small things!
Food:
+ The Art Of Norway's Sit-Down Breakfast
Treat breakfast like dinner.
+ The 31 Best Sandwich Shops In America
NJ has two of them!
+ Amazon's Cashier-Free Grocery Stores
I have a lot of questions about this.
+ The Far Out History Of Hippie Food
Hoooooray for hippie foods!
I need! I know I can make my own...but this is so much more practical!
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
+ The Complete Guide To The Science Of Circadian Rhythms
How they work and how they affect your health!
+ Why Your Biology Runs On Feelings
Your feelings matter!
Blogging & Social Media:
+ Influencer Marketing Gets A Boost With Facebook's Changes
Interesting...but...
Actually posting them while on your computer.
+ New Instagram Stories Tools & Features
I've fell out of my IG story posting lately.
The hot topic right now.
+ 20 Top Social Media Tools For 2018
Maybe some new ones to check out.
+ Bullsh*t Things About Online Recipes
Hahaha..........or not?
Design, Tech, & Photography:
+ Dear Zuck (And Facebook Product Teams)
On meaningful interaction on a platform like Facebook.
+ An Intro To Color Theory For Design
Create The perfect mood for your designs.
+ 7 New Tech Items To Change Your Home
The "TV"!
Career, Business, & Success:
+ 1 Person Business, 1 Million Dollars
Lots of profitable entrepreneurs.
+ Not Everything Is A Side Hustle
It's okay to just have hobbies too.
+ 10 Ways To Find Time For Your Side Hustle
But of course, it's okay to turn something into a side hustle too!
+ Is The Coaching Industry's Bubble About To Burst?
Hmmm, interesting.
+ How To Digest Books Above Your Intelligence Level
Higher level reading it good!
+ 15 Crazy & Creative Ways To Make Money
I bet you haven't thought of all of these!
+ 31 People Share The Best Money Advice They've Ever Gotten
You may find value too!
+ The 30 Best Pieces Of Advice For Entrepreneurs From 2017
Glean some knowledge!
+ How To Craft A Memorable Elevator Pitch
Your first words matter!
Podcasts & Audio:
+ Social Media Examiner: YouTube Ranking: How To Get More Views
All about YouTube!
+ Social Media Examiner: Facebook News Feed Changes
Best discussion/response on it that I've heard.
Other:
+ Laundry Cheat Sheets + Stain Remover Guide
Keep this one handy!
Things To Eye & Buy:
+ All the cozy sweater vibes!
+ I'll just hide away in this sweater too.
+ A little bit of color here!
+ What a beautiful color!
Yummy Recipes To Pin:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
These look so yummy!
+ Quick Thai Green Curry Chicken
Love some green curry!
+ Instant Pot Herbed Chickpea Plov
What a delicious meal!
+ Sun-Dried Tomato Chickpea Sandwich
I'm a sucker for sun-dried!
Those falafel!
+ Tang Yuan with Black Sesame Filling
I'm so intrigued!
+ Vegan Candied Almond Whipped Chocolate Truffles
WHIPPED!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ Things are happening with THIS!
So tell me:
+ What's your #1 in life right now?
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Maddie
haha, I'm so with you on the 'is it summer yet?' question. 🙂 Really liked that article you linked to on creative ways to make extra money - gives me some ideas for summer vacation money.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
At least this gives us time for making that summer money 😉
Shelby @Fitasamamabear
Hrm.. number one in my life is my two little girls but also that I am SO HAPPY with my strength workouts/abilities right now 😀 At 4.5m post partum it's all progressing nicely 😀
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That tends to take the number 1 spot when you become a parent! Haha!
That's fantastic! Keep it up!
Farrah
haha, I'm with you on that! I have so many things I wanna do with my life--it's hard to prioritize sometimes. :[! Please do take care of yourself though--definitely a cliched saying, but your health is your greatest wealth! <3
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That it is, my friend! Without it...you can't really do anything else!