I guess being a college senior, it's more than normal to be consumed with work! However, I have started to find that flow of managing all 5 classes and nothing is "too hard". In about 2 weeks it will already be midterms which is so weird! If it weren't for this heatwave, I think I'd feel like it was Christmas is just a few weeks! Time is flying! One thing I've been struggling with is inspiration in my cooking and baking (i.e. this work, this blog). I want to get creative in the kitchen, but when I go to make something I lose all steam and my mind goes blank. I also feel like I'm wasting time when I could be studying or doing more school work.
Taking a break from my craft is 100% fine (I have enough content to sustain this blog for years), but my cooking is my outlet and it always feels bad to be in one of this "stuck" unfocused dry spells. I'll just give it some time since I know when it really gets into the holiday season, baking all the fun treats will be top priority 😉
SS Posts from the week:
Monday: Homemade Gluten-Free Pizza Lunchables (Vegan, Allergy-Free, Grain-Free)
Wednesday: Vegan "Mozzarella" Sticks (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free, Oil-Free)
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
+ You're Not More Important Because You're Busy
Busy doesn't equal status!
+ Consistency Beats Talent, Luck, Good Intentions, & Even Quality
That is the key!
A viral Facebook post worth reading.
+ 13 Lessons From A Life That Did Not Go As Planned
Allison is my favorite!
Challenge yourself everyday!
+ Why You Shouldn't Travel In Your 20s
An honest post on the cons when all you seem to see are the pros.
Food:
This woman is not a fan....more for us!
+ Clean Labels Not Always The Best Strategy
You know...nostalgia!
+ 2017 Allergy-Friendly Candy List
From our favorite safe brands!
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
+ Secondhand Trauma. Is It Real?
Can we all be traumatized by disaster?
+ Have You Outgrown Your Food Allergy?
A test to "confirm".
+ 2017 Distressed Communities Index
How the population is doing...
+ How We Inadvertently Increase Mental Health Stigma
A big issue!
Blogging & Social Media:
+ How To Get A Book Deal With Your Blog
A walkthrough on how it's done.
Love reading random threads on Quora!
+ The Beauty Of Self-Doubt As A Creative
What I'm experiencing!
+ How To Find Your Original Voice
Find it and hold it tight!
+ 3 Huge Failures From PR Pitching, Bloggers Can Learn From
Problems and solutions!
It is an embarrassment to say blogger. People have ruined the term and I hate using it.
Design, Tech, & Photography:
+ 8 Ways Interior Design Can Boost Your Creativity
Your environment matters!
+ How To Capture Amazing Fall Photos
A beautiful season for photos!
+ 14 Tips For Sharp Food Photos
All the questions you have!
Career, Business, & Success:
+ 14 Things Ridiculously Successful People Do Every Day
Some little habits.
+ The Ultimate Checklist For A Better Cover Letter
Keep it super short!
+ Stop Telling Me To Wake Up Early To Be Successful
Because those little habits aren't what it's about!
Podcasts & Audio:
+ 46 Podcasts For Creative Entrepreneurs
Listening 24/7.
+ Boss Girl Creative: Interview With The FTC
Well....I was shocked by how "not scary" and "nonchalant" the FTC rep was!
Other:
+ Beautiful Small Towns Around The World To Visit
Ahh, yes so beautiful!
+ 7 Scariest Clowns In Horror History
Just in time for Halloween!
+ What Would An Entirely Flood-Proof City Look Like
That is very interesting. The part about NJ too.
You never would have guessed!
+ The Best Horror Movies On Netflix
What's your favorite horror movie? Nothing scares me; I need options!
Things To Eye & Buy:
+ Loving this top!
+ How cozy is this? (In pink!)
Yummy Recipes To Pin:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
The ultimate in Asian food!
Honeycrisp season! (although I just buy the cheapest apple at the store these days).
That just looks so good and filling!
O so perfectly flavored and spiced!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ I DID actually bake one thing and shared the process on my Instagram story this week. It was the first thing I've made in weeks and did feel good, but still kind of forced.
So tell me:
+ What do you do to get out of a creative rut?
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Becky Hastings
Those small towns make me want to travel! Isn't it great to mine the treasures of the web?!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Lol, sure!
Farrah
Ahh, time goes by so fast! I can't believe you're already in your senior year! :O!! I've kinda been the same way with my blog lately, although I'm not sure how much of mine is
fueled by my just not feeling like doing anything lately. ._.
I would love to trave lin my 20's, but quite unfortauntely, it isn't possible right now. :'( Somedayyy!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
We'll travel together when we both get older 😉 Retirees!
Shannon
So much content here....marking some of these to look at later, but heading straight for the Podcasts. I'm always on the hunt for new ones! I actually just read an article that was an interview with an FTC rep and was surprised at how they made everything relatable and manageable. I thought it was going to be waaaay over my head. haha!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Some people make it seem SOOO scary, but honestly it's not. People mess up, whatever, it can be annoying when you see a big influencer not disclosing, but a normal person wouldn't know and doesn't care. No small "normal" blogger is getting fined or put in jail, haha!