Need a Fun Summer Read?
Are you on the hunt for a fun and insightful book to dive into this summer? Something with a great message but not too heavy? I’ve got just the pick for you…
Transform Your Goal-Setting Process (We WOOPed it up!)
A few weeks ago we celebrated my little mama’s big 9-0! birthday with a “small” gathering of her family (5 kids + spouses, 18 grandkids, 9 great-grandchildren, +2 more grand-babes on the way!) and… over 150 of mom’s closest friends. Yep, this woman knows a lot of people!
My youngest daughter River wanted a 3 generations photo, so here we are at mom’s birthday bash!
As you can probably tell, we had a blast. In fact…we really WOOPED it up!
And, today I want to share with you a different kind of WOOP.
This WOOP can be a game-changer when moving from aspiration to action to accomplished. Let’s jump in:
In the book Rethinking Positive Thinking, author Gabriele Oettingen, world class researcher, tells us that it’s simply not enough to visualize our ideal life.
She’s spent her career studying the science of making your dreams come to life and says that although it’s very important to start with a vision of what we want to create, we then need to as she says: “rub it up against reality.”
Drawing from her expertise, she created WOOP, an easy to remember acronym, but more importantly, WOOP can significantly enhance your ability to achieve your goals by bridging the gap between your dreams and their manifestation.
If you’re not familiar with the WOOP here’s how it works:
W – Wish. Imagine your dream scenario, the goal that makes you giddy with excitement. Think big, my friend, but keep it within the realm of possibility.
O – Outcome. Close your eyes and envision the glorious moment when you achieve that goal. Picture yourself dancing in a victory parade, basking in the sweet taste of success. Feel the rush, the feeling of accomplishment, and the pure exhilaration that come with it. You’re a goal-getting superhero!
O – Obstacles. Oh no. These sneaky little weasels might try to rain on your parade. No worries, though. By thinking them through ahead of time, you can come up with ingenious strategies to overcome them.
P – Plans. Break down your grand adventure into manageable steps. Each step is a mini victory that takes you closer to your ultimate goal. It’s like building a puzzle, piece by piece, until you see the big picture coming together!
By combining positive visualization with a realistic assessment of potential challenges, WOOP helps you strike a balance between motivation and preparation.
So my friend, I hope you’ll give WOOP a try and see how it transforms your goal-setting process. Remember, clarity of purpose and a well-structured plan can work wonders in propelling you towards success.
Speaking of wooping it up for birthdays, it’s still my birth-month, so my 20% coupon code is good until May 31st.
If you’re in need of a 50-min or 25-min SimplyAlign session to start your summer off right, go here to book and be sure to apply this code for 20% off: BIRTHDAY20
(NOTE: if all the May time slots are taken, you can still use the coupon as long as you book before May 31st, even if your session is later).
Why Summer is the Perfect Time for New Habits
I know that summer often feels like that frustrating time when all your routines and schedules go out the window. The kids are home, or grandkids visit, vacations get packed in, and let’s be honest – habits can be hard to hang onto!
Time for a Detox! Ready to Feel Your Best?
Oh yeah baby, June is here and it’s that time again! Hubby and I are geared up for our bi-annual GSG 26-day detox, and we’d love for you to do it too if you want to feel great by the 4th of July! We’ve been doing this detox since 2018, and the positive changes in our health and energy levels have been undeniable!
Celebrating Milestones and New Possibilities
Last week was my birthday, and as is my new tradition here in DC, I celebrated by visiting the Smithsonian Zoo (those meerkats always crack me up!).
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