Week 28 - Slowing Down
This week I was able to get exactly 1 video out. My slowest week yet. All the powers that be recommend posting at least once a day, 3 or more times if you can especially on TikTok. It’s a great goal and one I hope to get to one day. I’m still working on training my brain to think in terms of content and different types of content. I want to explore vlogs as well as get better at super short 10-20 sec videos. Sometimes it’s lack of confidence, hyper-critical thoughts, not feeling funny or having a bad day. Sometimes it’s simply logistical, a super busy week or kids were sick or I’m otherwise needed elsewhere to do other things. I feel bad not being productive. Fear of missing out on engagement and momentum is real. I also want to give myself grace and allow space and room for the unexpected. I want to build up a drafts folder for those days but right now it’s all I can do to get 1 piece out per day. On the flip side, hyper productivity can lead to burn out and I definitely don’t want to do that. I’d rather take the small breaks as they come and jump back in after a couple of days, then burn out and not post for months. I choose not to overthink it and commit to doing better “tomorrow.” Committing to taking it one day at a time and doing the best I can with what I’ve got each day. Each day may not be brilliant but the act of creating is important. I’m committed to that.
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The Golden Bachelor - Gary is such a dear. I am rooting for him and for all the ladies to find love. They’re all so deserving and charming and have all aged so gracefully. I want to be them when I grow up. Also, their bloopers remain unmatched in this franchise. Full stop.
Bachelor in Paradise - John Henry….oh John Henry, bless your heart. Please see Brayden who’s just discovered that he threw away a tangible connection for the next shiny thing and now has major regrets.
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The Burning Girls by C.J. Tudor - I blazed through this book in 3 days which for me (mom with small baby) is impressive. Such an interesting topic, extremely well written, fast paced, no lulls. I loved it. Highly recommend!
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DeuxU Podcast - Permanent plug. I am living for any and every crumb about Taylor and Travis. Gimme more, I need to hear more!
Dark House Podcast - The Black Dahlia episodes and the Lucy Murder House. Loved the deep dive into the Black Dahlia case. I’ve been fascinated for years and I still learned new things.
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Everything Cheddar Tomato Bacon Grilled Cheese by Half Baked Harvest. These are absolutely delicious. Super fancy, grown up grilled cheese. Incredible flavor combination.
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Groceries. I have bought groceries. I haven’t made an Amazon purchase in weeks. I am sure our package delivery men are going to come knock and check on us any day to make sure we’re alright.
“I don’t want to get out of bed before the sun.”
