Thanks Crystal! I have been doing the challenge and read your posts from my phone so it isn’t very convenient to post every day on my phone. But I LOVE this challenge. I LOVE your inspiration and LOVE the great blessings I am experiencing from getting up early and having this special time for myself each day. It is truly a highlight of my day and I am a whole new person with my family when I first take this time for myself. Thank you so much. You are such an inspiration to me!
I love getting up earlier now!! Yes my kids are waking up early too, but they are independently starting on their own routines and it has made our mornings so much better. I love that I am doing this routine with my husband. I consider this a routine in my life now and not a challenge. The first thought or word that I caught today was, “YAY! It’s Friday!” Thank you Crystal for always enlightening me and for taking the time to do this for all of us that want and need this.
I’ve been struggling as my schedule has not been normal, and now its the weekend. But, I’m going to keep trying and going, catching up with what I’ve missed over the last few days. That said, I have been consistently getting up early, if nothing else! Thanks for the encouragement, everyone!
Hi. So my first thought this morning was “I am a person of integrity with a good attitude and specific goals!” I was so shocked because I really struggle with positive self talk. I am pretty mean to myself lots of days. But the affirmation statement has made a huge difference in my life. I love how it actually makes me feel like I am of worth and I believe what I am saying! Thanks for this part of the challenge. I hope it will be a part of my life forever. And I did the stretching before I ran today and I felt better when I started running! Hooray for good new tricks!
Thanks for the sweet pep talk!! 3 of my 5 boys have had strep this week–so needless to say– I have been exhausted and not perfectly following the routines–but this little post is the spark I needed to jump back on:)
Have a wonderful weekend! xo
I feel like this challenge has given me the opportunity to just pay attention to myself. My own needs, my own accomplishments, my own daily victories. I spend so much time praising my children and my husband that I fail to praise myself. I fail to see just how much I really do in a day. Forcing myself into a routine has opened my eyes to my own role in our family. It’s very important! I need to remember that I have a choice: I can take care of myself, find balance, suffer for the short term in waking early and giving up my precious post-bedtime hours and actually ENJOY my role as mom and household manager. OR – I can feel constantly panicked and rushed and under appreciated. Either way, I still have the same number of things to do most days. My kids still need to be cared for, my house still has to be cleaned, my husband still needs attention, i still need time for myself. Put in the right order, at the right time, these things are a pleasure. Rolling out of bed as my husband walks out the door for work and not brushing my hair or teeth until he’s about to come back home, is not my idea of an enjoyable life! So, thank you for giving me the tools to make this happen. I just haven’t been able to do it on my own. 2 weeks ago, I would have considered today a fail because I did not wake up at the time I had planned. With my new sense of self-worth and feelings of accomplishment, I realize that some days are like that. It’s not a reason to be upset or angry. I just started everything an hour late!
Oh, and I LOOOOVE DoTerra essential oils! My jaw literally dropped when I read yesterday that you were using them because I’ve been thinking about them constantly. (Is this in my head? Are these really working so well for me? This can’t be real!) I’m beyond thrilled to hear someone else is having the same experience I am. I’ve thought every single day how much people would benefit by using them as part of the routines. They are truly miraculous for me.
Soooo…Crystal OFFICIALLY gave me the okay to jump on in!!…YAY!!!!…I did the warm milk last night (although I didn’t get to bed until like 1am…Booooo!) but I was so excited to jump start this challenge. AND…the warm milk bit was quite tasty…Just picked up my lemon juice to start the “morning elixir” tomorrow. I’m at the point where I am ready for a new me…A me that I love being and that others love being around and would love to know. I’m ready to be self-disciplined and decisive in all my thoughts, actions, and decision making. I LOVE the affimations…all that’s missing is that “I am fearfully and wonderfully made!!”
Thanks so much for the words of encouragement! Yesterday’s post on choosing to be positive must be a nudge from God. Today I was led to Mindset For Moms by Jamie Martin on the Simple Mom blog! So now I’m thinking it’s actually a knock on the head! Just by participating in this challenge we are encouraging each other to be positive!
Crystal, you are making a difference in so many lives! I am no where near perfect on the challenge, but I am loving the changes I am making in my life…baby steps!
Crystal…it is true….words are important. They matter. And for me, every day I am changing in a direction I WANT to go instead of feeling like I am wandering aimlessly. I don’t believe I have been wandering aimlessly – but it feels that way when I don’t feel like I am moving purposefully.
Yesterday, I slept in and did my pre-30 day challenge lack of a routine. It was terrible. I was very impatient with my kids, I got ready at 11, and I was very unproductive. I resolved to start again today and it made all the difference. I was ready before my kids woke up including exercise, scripture study, and meditation. The kids looked at me when they woke and got themselves ready. I’m realizing more and more that I set the tone for my whole family for the day.
I can’t believe what a difference this challenge has made in my life. I am so much happier. I am not perfect in the morning or night routine, but I am really happy with anything extra that I get done.
I’ve had busy mornings these past few days with little computer time. I was still up early this Saturday. One nice things about weekend mornings is I don’t have to get four people out the door by 6:45 so I have time to make a big breakfast. Then dishes are done by early naptime, I let my 6 y.o. watch cartoons, and there’s quiet time for DH and me!
Thank you for sharing everyone, it does help to know that we all struggle to make the good changes in our lives. My commitment has been renewed =)
Thanks Crystal! I have been doing the challenge and read your posts from my phone so it isn’t very convenient to post every day on my phone. But I LOVE this challenge. I LOVE your inspiration and LOVE the great blessings I am experiencing from getting up early and having this special time for myself each day. It is truly a highlight of my day and I am a whole new person with my family when I first take this time for myself. Thank you so much. You are such an inspiration to me!
I love getting up earlier now!! Yes my kids are waking up early too, but they are independently starting on their own routines and it has made our mornings so much better. I love that I am doing this routine with my husband. I consider this a routine in my life now and not a challenge. The first thought or word that I caught today was, “YAY! It’s Friday!”
Thank you Crystal for always enlightening me and for taking the time to do this for all of us that want and need this.
I’ve been struggling as my schedule has not been normal, and now its the weekend. But, I’m going to keep trying and going, catching up with what I’ve missed over the last few days. That said, I have been consistently getting up early, if nothing else! Thanks for the encouragement, everyone!
Hi. So my first thought this morning was “I am a person of integrity with a good attitude and specific goals!” I was so shocked because I really struggle with positive self talk. I am pretty mean to myself lots of days. But the affirmation statement has made a huge difference in my life. I love how it actually makes me feel like I am of worth and I believe what I am saying! Thanks for this part of the challenge. I hope it will be a part of my life forever. And I did the stretching before I ran today and I felt better when I started running! Hooray for good new tricks!
Go ‘ Head Jessica!!!
have hit a slump the last 2 days, but I am not giving up…I am too important to give up! Going for it again tomorrow!
Thanks for the sweet pep talk!! 3 of my 5 boys have had strep this week–so needless to say– I have been exhausted and not perfectly following the routines–but this little post is the spark I needed to jump back on:)
Have a wonderful weekend! xo
I feel like this challenge has given me the opportunity to just pay attention to myself. My own needs, my own accomplishments, my own daily victories. I spend so much time praising my children and my husband that I fail to praise myself. I fail to see just how much I really do in a day. Forcing myself into a routine has opened my eyes to my own role in our family. It’s very important! I need to remember that I have a choice: I can take care of myself, find balance, suffer for the short term in waking early and giving up my precious post-bedtime hours and actually ENJOY my role as mom and household manager. OR – I can feel constantly panicked and rushed and under appreciated. Either way, I still have the same number of things to do most days. My kids still need to be cared for, my house still has to be cleaned, my husband still needs attention, i still need time for myself. Put in the right order, at the right time, these things are a pleasure. Rolling out of bed as my husband walks out the door for work and not brushing my hair or teeth until he’s about to come back home, is not my idea of an enjoyable life! So, thank you for giving me the tools to make this happen. I just haven’t been able to do it on my own. 2 weeks ago, I would have considered today a fail because I did not wake up at the time I had planned. With my new sense of self-worth and feelings of accomplishment, I realize that some days are like that. It’s not a reason to be upset or angry. I just started everything an hour late!
Oh, and I LOOOOVE DoTerra essential oils! My jaw literally dropped when I read yesterday that you were using them because I’ve been thinking about them constantly. (Is this in my head? Are these really working so well for me? This can’t be real!) I’m beyond thrilled to hear someone else is having the same experience I am. I’ve thought every single day how much people would benefit by using them as part of the routines. They are truly miraculous for me.
I missed the conference call. Sicker than a dog today. I hope it was wonderful!
Soooo…Crystal OFFICIALLY gave me the okay to jump on in!!…YAY!!!!…I did the warm milk last night (although I didn’t get to bed until like 1am…Booooo!) but I was so excited to jump start this challenge. AND…the warm milk bit was quite tasty…Just picked up my lemon juice to start the “morning elixir” tomorrow. I’m at the point where I am ready for a new me…A me that I love being and that others love being around and would love to know. I’m ready to be self-disciplined and decisive in all my thoughts, actions, and decision making. I LOVE the affimations…all that’s missing is that “I am fearfully and wonderfully made!!”
Thanks so much for the words of encouragement! Yesterday’s post on choosing to be positive must be a nudge from God. Today I was led to Mindset For Moms by Jamie Martin on the Simple Mom blog! So now I’m thinking it’s actually a knock on the head! Just by participating in this challenge we are encouraging each other to be positive!
Crystal, you are making a difference in so many lives! I am no where near perfect on the challenge, but I am loving the changes I am making in my life…baby steps!
Crystal…it is true….words are important. They matter. And for me, every day I am changing in a direction I WANT to go instead of feeling like I am wandering aimlessly. I don’t believe I have been wandering aimlessly – but it feels that way when I don’t feel like I am moving purposefully.
Yesterday, I slept in and did my pre-30 day challenge lack of a routine. It was terrible. I was very impatient with my kids, I got ready at 11, and I was very unproductive. I resolved to start again today and it made all the difference. I was ready before my kids woke up including exercise, scripture study, and meditation. The kids looked at me when they woke and got themselves ready. I’m realizing more and more that I set the tone for my whole family for the day.
I can’t believe what a difference this challenge has made in my life. I am so much happier. I am not perfect in the morning or night routine, but I am really happy with anything extra that I get done.
I’ve had busy mornings these past few days with little computer time. I was still up early this Saturday. One nice things about weekend mornings is I don’t have to get four people out the door by 6:45 so I have time to make a big breakfast. Then dishes are done by early naptime, I let my 6 y.o. watch cartoons, and there’s quiet time for DH and me!
This forum has been my spark! Thank you!