positivity

The Power of Shower Thoughts

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Welcome back everyone!

This is admittedly going to be a sillier post, but it’s one I’ve thought about writing for a while. It’s inspired by the “randomshowerthoughts” posts I’ve seen from Tumblr that were popularized a few years ago and often still resurface around my Instagram explore page. I’ve always loved showers because they’re so peaceful- it’s one of the only times in your daily routine where you’re truly alone and unbothered (hopefully).

I honestly have had so many creative ideas pop into my head while in the shower. I used to think showers were portals to letting the creative juices flow out of your subconscious (I was an interesting kid) and I would get into the shower when I needed to think. I feel like it clarifies things- whenever I’m sad or mad I’ll just take my shower for the night and I always come out feeling better and in a more positive mindset. Maybe it’s the hot water, maybe it’s the cleansing of the day from my body- something just clicks.

I think the shower has this calming, creative effect on people because of how peaceful it is. When you’re in the shower, you’re just cleaning yourself off and getting ready for bed (or the day, if you’re a morning showerer). There’s nothing else expected of you in that moment- you’re just doing what every other person does, doing that step of your daily routine. But within that step of serenity and quiet, it leaves opportunity for your mind to wander.

Or maybe my showers are just too hot and the steam and heat is making me crazy. We’ll never know! However, I am truly thankful for my bathroom being such a calming space to me, and one where I can think clearly. People always look at me weirdly when I say that, but I’ll be the first one to admit it. Since I was little, I’ve always come to the bathroom floor to cry when I’m sad, or sit on the toilet when I need to think, or shower when I need to clear my head. This place that is so ingrained in the mundane parts of our life is a calming space because of how mundane it remains, and that’s the beauty of it.

I know this was kind of a dramatic rendition on showering, but what’s new? I’m kind of a dramatic blogger 🙂 I hope you guys enjoyed- feel free to leave your thoughts about the power of shower thoughts. I would love to chat with you guys.

Brooke

Wanting to Feel Good About Yourself? Read This

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Welcome back everyone!

So, you want to feel good about yourself. That’s why you clicked on this, right? Well, let me tell you something. I know it may feel like you need some validation right now, in order to feel important and wanted. However, you are amazing on your own, without needing me to tell you so. I know it feels nice to be appreciated and recognized by others, which is why I’m telling you this. But you don’t need me to compliment you, to say nice things, because those aspects of you that I’m complimenting were already there before I said anything about them.

You are powerful, you are beautiful, and you are loved. You are blessed to be here in this moment, reading this, because it has brought you to a space of positivity and self-love. I am proud of you for taking the first steps to truly being kind to yourself, whether you’ve just started this journey or you’ve been on this road for quite a long time. Your life so far has led you up to this point, making the effort to feel good about yourself. Be grateful that you’re here, going in such a positive direction.

More than anything, soak in this moment. Look- it’s already gone.

Brooke

How to Fix An Unproductive Week

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Welcome back everyone!

If you’re trying to have a productive week, this is the right post for you. We all have those weeks where we set ourselves up to be super organized and hope it all works out how we planned, yet somehow things go awry and you feel like you haven’t gotten anything done. But don’t fret! That doesn’t mean it’s all over, and you can still put your week back on track. Here are a few ways to turn an unproductive week on its head and make it as productive as ever!

  • Make a more realistic to-do list – Sometimes our mile-long to-do lists intimidate us. I know mine does. Make a more manageable list for what you need to do that day or that week, and you can start tackling the tasks one-by-one without feeling the pressure of what’s next.
  • Clean your space – I find that it’s way easier to be productive when your workspace is clean. Clean out your desk, make your bed, clean your whole room, whatever you have time for- just make it a better and more comfortable space to get stuff done in.
  • Go to a new environment and try and get things done there – Go to a Starbucks or even a cute coffee shop if you prefer a local café near you, and bring your work. I think this is a good environment to work in because lots of other people will be working around you and there’s nothing else to do but grind- plus, you’ll have caffeine right nearby.
  • Go for a walk or do any form of exercise – First of all, this can be something that you feel you’ve accomplished- you’ve gotten a workout in and done something nice for yourself. Also, the adrenaline and endorphins will give you motivation to do your other work.
  • Do all your tiny, five-minute tasks – These can seem like a lot, but when you just nip them in the bud and get them done, it takes quite a few small items off your to-do list. Things like putting away laundry, returning emails, and such are examples of tasks like this, and it’s refreshing to be able to cross something off your list.

I hope these tips help you out and inspire you to have a productive week this week! It’s crazy how the weeks are flying by, but I guess that’s just a good indication of how busy and productive I’ve been 🙂

Brooke