Being Boss with Emily + Kathleen #6 - Staying Motivated and Happy
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Feb 10, 2015 They normalize seasonal blues and creative slumps and offer practical ways to move through them. Short tactics include a five-minute feeling reset, thought work for reframing stories, and goal-setting to build momentum. Tips cover routines, sleep, movement, boundaries, and crafting a supportive creative community. The focus is on simple, actionable moves to regain energy and focus.
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Make A Good List And A Shit List
- Inventory what’s working and what sucks, then act on one change.
- Kathleen recommends a 'good list' and a 'shit list' plus one action or one thing to let go of to improve your situation.
Sweat To Release Creative Tension
- Move your body to release stored emotions and restore energy.
- Kathleen recommends yoga, running, sweating or a sauna to physically discharge tension that fuels creative funk.
Use Winter To Hibernate And Sleep
- Honor winter by sleeping more and shortening work hours.
- Both hosts emphasize extra sleep, hibernating when needed, and Kathleen cut studio hours after New Year to match shorter days.
