Inspiration

Every week on Friday, I share a list of the most interesting and inspiring content I’ve read lately here on my blog. You can expect thoughts on productivity, happiness, balance, spirituality, politics, and more. Subscribe here to get updates. See archives here.

Money is so interesting! I found these stories of financial windfalls fascinating.

This is a cute website that gives you a really brief, really clear overview of what signature dishes you should try in any country you might be visiting.

I just like the way Amy Lynn Andrews’ brain works – she is so no-nonsense and committed to doing what works best for her and her family, like all my favourite people. Here’s a short video of her explaining her family’s one-night trips.

I laughed out loud at this ode to getting paid as a freelancer.

I don’t completely understand how this app works, but omg! So cool. You can send it articles and the robots will record a custom podcast for you to listen to later!!!! What?

Good scripts to use in tricky conversational spots.

Adorable illustrations of happiness concepts from different cultures! I love!

In fun news, I was quoted in a story about “super-readers” in The Globe and Mail last weekend! Truly such a blessing to be recognized for my nerdiest hobby. (It’s behind a paywall, but I’m still linking it in case someone has a subscription, lol!)

A little plug here for the underrated (or much-hated, depending who you are) pastime of re-reading your favourite books. I don’t care what anyone says, it brings me so. much. joy. Currently re-reading I’ll Give You the Sun for the 3rd time. Don’t ask me why I like this book so much, but I just do and that’s enough.

In extremely fun news, my Inbox Zero 101 course is out in the world!! I’m offering it at 50% off for the first 10 people to register, and there are 5 people already! Learn more here & pass it on to anyone you know who has problems with email. ;)

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We made it to Daylight Savings Time and nothing could make me happier!!! Ice is melting here in Toronto and I finally feel hopeful that warmer days are on the horizon. Having an extra hour of sunlight in the evenings makes me feel alive again, even if the last couple days have been grey & cloudy. This weekend I’m planning to go for long walks, have dinner with friends, and spend time reading. I hope you have a wonderful weekend too! xo.

Every week on Friday, I share a list of the most interesting and inspiring content I’ve read lately here on my blog. You can expect thoughts on productivity, happiness, balance, spirituality, politics, and more. Subscribe here to get updates. See archives here.

This is the kind of mother I intend and hope to be! Part of me even wants to instate this rule among my own friends, lol.

I discovered Amber Rae’s Instagram this week and was instantly a fan! I love her graphics & her wisdom.

Speaking of Instagram, Amy Young gave us a masterclass about boundaries this week in her stories and it was AMAZING.

This morning I made Seth Godin’s smoothie for the first time (he talked about his daily breakfast on Tim Ferris’s podcast once) and damn! Seth is good at so many things! Such a yummy smoothie.

I also tried making bulletproof tea for the first time this week? Weird but actually kind of good.

Reading about Elise’s hand-made projects in progress makes me want to knit again.

I watched The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society and liked it a lot more than the book. I was inspired by how attractive Michael Huisman is & their fictional romance.

My mom sent me this video on intermittent fasting this week, and it was super interesting. I’m not eating sugar in March (with the exception of Nurture) and I might try this too, as a fun experiment.

In case you missed it, this week I shared the last episode of season 3 of my podcast! I’ll be back in a couple months’ time, but we’re heading into a busy season and I need that time back.

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I spent the week building my Inbox Zero online course, which is almost ready to launch! (Want a sneak peek?) It has been a LOT of work, but I’m so proud of it and so excited to launch it into the world. Other than that, I’ve just been trying to survive the cold, as well as my irritation with the cold…living through Canadian winters can be challenging sometimes! This weekend my family has a hilarious curling competition planned, which I can’t wait for. I hope you have a wonderful weekend too. xo.

Every week on Friday, I share a list of the most interesting and inspiring content I’ve read lately here on my blog. You can expect thoughts on productivity, happiness, balance, spirituality, politics, and more. Subscribe here to get updates. See archives here.

I liked these thoughts on how we can energetically protect ourselves from things that drain our energy, whether or not you identify as a woman (the author’s target audience).

This week I read My Sister, the Serial Killer, and it was delightful..in a weird sort of way. I am still not sure how I feel about the ending!

Next up on my business reading list is this short, free book from the founder of Freshbooks, Breaking the Time Barrier.

I think I’ve found a new, cool newsletter to subscribe to! I like the format of Recomendo. (On my newsletter email, of course).

Thinking of starting a newsletter of your own? Great thoughts here on starting a good one, from the writer of one of my fave newsletters.

I found this article from one of the founders of Joe Beef totally fascinating. In it, he shares his story of getting sober, recovering from a life of excess, and how it changed his business. Very human.

Interesting podcast episode about some of the energy themes we’ve been dealing with over the last few months, and what to lean into for the rest of 2019.

In case you missed it, this week on the podcast I’m talking about the concept of conducting experiments in your business and life! Also: next week’s episode will be the last of Season 3.

Also from me: this week on my business blog I’m sharing three of my favourite ways to unsubscribe from spammy email lists that you just can’t seem to get off of! Read it here.

The wonderful illustration above is by my friend Kate Smalley based on something I said on episode 28 of the podcast!

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We got yet another snowstorm here in Toronto, so suffice it to say that I’m thrilled it’s officially March. Hopefully that means this eternal winter is finally coming to an end soon! In the meantime, I’ve been working on sharing more on Instagram stories, building my Inbox Zero course and getting excited about some of the opportunities coming this Spring. So fun! This weekend I am planning to rest up, read some good books, and stay as warm as possible. I hope you have a wonderful weekend too! xo.

Every week on Friday, I share a list of the most interesting and inspiring content I’ve read lately here on my blog. You can expect thoughts on productivity, happiness, balance, spirituality, politics, and more. Subscribe here to get updates. See archives here.

I liked this tip for how to take a clean screenshot of any YouTube video! There are so many moments in my past where this would have come in handy.

GREAT thoughts here from Seth about how we can de-escalate anxiety by choosing our words and tone more carefully. What story are you telling? What results is that having?

Wandering Aimfully is one of my favourite businesses to watch, because I think they’re up to cool things. I really liked their recent podcast episode about improving your time management skills.

I really liked this list of signs of emotional maturity. It felt reassuring and true and solidly helpful. I want to keep these concepts as a North Star.

I’m currently reading Company of One by Paul Jarvis, and I was really inspired by his interview on the Hurry Slowly podcast about the book.

I am obsessed with the concept of this app which lets you create tutorials with photo instructions. I haven’t used it yet but it has been downloaded, and I can see how useful it’ll be in so many areas of my life from household tasks to business tutorials.

In case you missed it, on my podcast this week I’m talking about the concept of positive illusions and how I’m working to re-assess some of my own.

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Friday already?! The weeks are passing quickly again, which I take as a good sign – I have more energy back and am feeling more balanced. I’m taking the time to cook for myself again which feels like a win, and I took time off last weekend to be with my family for Family Day here in Ontario. Still keeping busy though! I’m hard at work at my new Inbox Zero 101 online course, and I released my Dropping In Questionnaire this week and it’s gotten a great response so far! This weekend I’m giving myself permission to rest and putter, and hopefully soak up some sunshine if we’re lucky enough to get any. I hope you have a wonderful weekend too! xo.