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I used to skip breakfast, thinking I’d save time

I used to skip breakfast, thinking I’d save time or wasn’t that hungry in the morning. But by midday, I’d always feel sluggish, low-energy, and reaching for anything to keep me going. ⁠
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Recently, I’ve been making an effort to take my nutrition more seriously - starting with breakfast.⁠ ⁠ I’m not a fan of sweet breakfast options, so I’ve turned to quick and savory choices that work for me:⁠ ⁠ ⁠
Hard-boiled eggs ⁠ ⁠
Apples with peanut butter ⁠ ⁠
Sunflower seed toast ⁠ ⁠
Whole grain toast with hummus and a slice of tomato ⁠ ⁠
Avocado Toast⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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These simple, easy-to-prep meals have really made a difference in my energy levels, keeping me fueled and focused for the day ahead. Yay!⁠ ⁠
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If you’re someone who skips breakfast or struggles with energy like I did, try adding some quick, savory bites to your routine. Your body will thank you! ⁠ ⁠ Do you prefer savory or sweet breakfasts? Share your go-to breakfast in the comments! 👇⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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#NutritionMatters #HealthyHabits #SavoryBreakfast #Sunrise #GoodMorning #breakfast #food #eggs #instafood⁠
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In a world that moves so fast, it's easy to forget

In a world that moves so fast, it's easy to forget one of the most powerful skills we have - the ability to truly listen. ⁠
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So often, we’re caught up in sharing our own thoughts, opinions, and advice that we don’t stop to give someone the gift of undivided attention. But listening, real listening, is an act of love, connection, and understanding.⁠ ⁠ When we listen, we create space for others to be seen and heard. We let them know that their feelings, experiences, and ideas matter.⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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Here’s what I’ve learned about the power of listening:⁠ ⁠
It Builds Stronger Relationships⁠ In my personal and professional life, I’ve found that the strongest connections aren’t built on what I say, but on how well I listen. Whether it’s with my daughter (who, let’s be honest, sometimes needs to vent) or with friends over dinner, taking the time to listen without jumping in creates a foundation of trust and respect.⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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It Creates Understanding⁠ Listening allows us to step into someone else’s shoes and see the world from their perspective. As a mom to a teen, I’ve realized that instead of trying to solve every problem right away, sometimes my daughter just needs to know that I hear her. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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It Empowers Others⁠ Listening gives people the courage to express themselves. We all want to feel heard and understood. When we offer our full attention, we show that we value their words and ideas. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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It’s a Lifelong Practice⁠ Listening is an evolving skill. We’re all busy, and the temptation to multitask or rush through conversations is real. But making a conscious effort to pause, put the phone down, and tune into what someone is saying is a habit worth cultivating.⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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I challenge you to give someone the gift of listening today. You might be surprised by how much you learn, how deeply you connect, and how much richer your relationships become.⁠ ⁠ Are you a good listener? What’s the hardest part for you when it comes to listening fully? Share your thoughts below - I'd love to hear from you!⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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#ThePowerOfListening #IntentionalLiving #ParentingTips #MomLife

Just me sitting here patiently waiting for my teen

Just me sitting here patiently waiting for my teen daughter to finalize her last-minute Homecoming plans... It feels, and looks like I've been waiting forever!⁠
Is this you too? Waiting on teen plans?⁠
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⁠ #MomLife #HomecomingHustle #WaitingGame #TeenLife

What I’ve Been Up To⁠ ⁠ As the season shifts

What I’ve Been Up To⁠
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As the season shifts and I focus on me time, I’ve been in full freshen + reset mode:⁠
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🍂 Home refresh: opened windows for crisp fall air, made up the bed with cozy layers, deep-cleaned surfaces, and reorganized the kitchen cabinets.⁠
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👗 Wardrobe change-over: tackled my fall/winter closet and planned outfits, simplified my wardrobe, and donated what no longer serves me.⁠
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💰 Family finances: creating a fresh budget, reviewing bank accounts, setting spending intentions, and checking in on our savings plan.⁠
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🗓️ Planning for joy: sat down with my planner to map out simple pleasures and bigger adventures...from farmers’ market mornings to a weekend in Carmel.⁠
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🍴 Kitchen + creative time: laid out new recipes for meal planning and fun family posts.⁠
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🎨 Digital reset: reorganized Canva projects and photo folders - clearing out clutter and adding inspiration.⁠
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💆‍♀️ Intentional self-care: daily walks, extra hydration, a nourishing skincare routine, and early nights with a good book.⁠
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📝 Mind & heart: focusing on gratitude, setting personal goals, writing them down, and planning forward with intention.⁠
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This slow, steady rhythm has helped me start each day with a lighter heart and a clearer mind.⁠
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✨ Now it’s your turn!⁠
I’d love to know - what have you been up to lately?⁠
Are you refreshing your space, planning ahead, or diving into a new routine? Share below so we can inspire each other. 💛⁠
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#seasons #fallrefresh #intention #Home #selfcare #gratitude

Friday night lights are back, and there's nothing

Friday night lights are back, and there's nothing like the energy of high school football! I love watching my daughter out on the field cheering for her school and I love seeing how happy she is! The camaraderie of seeing old friends, making new ones, and soaking in the spirit of the game is something I truly cherish. ⁠
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These next three years are going to fly by, so I’m savoring every moment, every cheer, and every memory we make. Here’s to the excitement, the friendships, and all the Friday night fun ahead! 🏈📣 ⁠
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#ProudMom #FridayNightLights #HighSchoolYears #GoFalcons #CheerMom #Family

Want to feel more organized and productive every d

Want to feel more organized and productive every day? ⁠
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Here’s how to create a daily schedule that helps you focus, stay on track, and crush your goals, with the power of habit stacking! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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1. Prioritize Your Tasks:⁠ Identify your top 3 must-dos each day and tackle them first. This way, the most important tasks always get done, even if your day gets crazy.⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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2. Time Block Your Day:⁠ Break your day into focused time blocks for work, errands, self-care, and rest. Setting boundaries around your time can help you stay productive without burning out.⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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3. Incorporate Habit Stacking:⁠ What is habit stacking? It’s a simple technique of pairing a new habit with an existing one to make it easier to stick to! For instance, while you wait for your morning coffee to brew, take 5 minutes to review your daily schedule or jot down your gratitude list. After brushing your teeth, you can spend 2 minutes practicing mindful breathing, stretching, or writing out a positive affirmation for the day. ⁠ ⁠
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4. Stay Flexible:⁠ Life happens! If things don’t go as planned, don’t be too hard on yourself. Adapt and adjust your schedule as needed.⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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5. Review & Refine:⁠ At the end of the day, take a few moments to reflect. What worked? What could improve? This will help you fine-tune your schedule for tomorrow. ⁠
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By using habit stacking and a well-planned schedule, you’ll find it easier to keep up with daily routines and build positive habits. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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Bonus: Download my free Habit Tracker to help you layer new, healthy habits into your daily routine! Link in Bio⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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#DailySchedule #HabitStacking #ProductiveLife #PlanningTips

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🩷⁠
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I love these pink items! The Pink Pony T and MantraBand bracelets make me feel empowered every day as a survivor. The sweater I have in two colors Pink and ivory...it is the coziest sweater for Fall!⁠
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Visit my website (link in bio) for all the pink finds in one spot!⁠
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#ShopPink #Pinktober #FavoritePink #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BreastCancerSurvivor #NoOneFightsAlone #MantraBand #PinkPonyCollection #HydroFlask #SweaterWeather⁠
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🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

Wearing my Ralph Lauren Pink Pony T-Shirt as a reminder of the importance of early detection.

I am grateful every day that my breast cancer was caught early. But my beautiful sister is bravely fighting stage four right now - and she is the strongest, most positive person I know. 💕

This month I share this message for her, for me, and for every person touched by this disease: ✨No one fights alone. ✨

Please, do your self- checks, schedule your mammograms, and encourage the women you love to do the same. Early detection can save a life.

Together, we fight. Together, we rise.
#breastcancerawarenessmonth #pinkpony #noonefightsalone #earlydetectionsaveslives #breastcancersurvivor🎀 #sisterstrong

Taking my own advice. Getting back to basics and

Taking my own advice. Getting back to basics and taking care of me. To be honest, I've let things slip regarding caring for me and it's time to take back "my time". I'm in a bit of a slump and will be taking some time away from social media. Oh, I'll still be posting...just a little less frequently. I'm diving back in to practicing yoga, journaling more, going to bed earlier and reading.⁠
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Also on the horizon are a few changes to the Purposeful Planner. New pillars of content as I sway away from some topics and move on to new. I'm excited to freshen everything up, get down to basics, and bring in reality a little more! Meanwhile, I'm going to refresh, breath, and take care of me.⁠
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Any suggestions on wanted topics always appreciated.⁠
XOXO- Kelly, the purposeful planner - planning well & living intentionally⁠
#purposefulplanner #livewithintention #plannerjunkie #organizedlife #girlmom

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My latest project the Weekly Reset Planner. Six p

My latest project the Weekly Reset Planner. Six pages of well thought out planning. Intentions, meal planner, weekly planner, Self-Care checklist, and Sunday reset. I am giving it a once over then making it available to you for easy weekly planning. ⁠
Interested in receiving this as my free gift to you? Give me a thumbs up below. 👍🏻⁠
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#PlannerGirl #WeeklyPlanning #OrganizedLife #Habits #SundayReset

We recently toured the USCGC Eagle while it was do

We recently toured the USCGC Eagle while it was docked in San Diego. This Coastguard Sailing Ship is a 295 foot barque used as a training cutter for future officers of the United States Coast Guard. What an impressive ship! Just as impressive were the officers on board! We thoroughly enjoy seeing this magnificent ship. My daughter tells us now that she wants to be in the Coast Guard....we'll see how long this lasts! 🤣⁠
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#UnitedStatesCoastGuard #Eagle #SanDiego #Vacation #VisitSanDiego #TravelPlanner #PurposefulPlanner

Managing a teen's schedule can feel overwhelming,

Managing a teen's schedule can feel overwhelming, but with some thoughtful strategies, it becomes much more manageable. Here are some tips that might help:⁠
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1. Use a Shared Calendar⁠
Digital Tools: Use Google Calendar or a family scheduling app like Cozi to create a shared calendar. This ensures everyone in the family knows what’s going on, from school events to extracurriculars and social outings.⁠
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Color Coding: Assign different colors for each family member’s activities. This makes it easier to see who’s doing what and when.⁠
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2. Set Priorities⁠
Help your teen prioritize tasks based on importance and deadlines. Encourage them to balance schoolwork, extracurriculars, social life, and downtime to avoid burnout.⁠
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3. Encourage Accountability⁠
Encourage your teen to take responsibility for their schedule by having them plan their week in advance. Regular check-ins can help ensure they stay on track without you having to micromanage.⁠
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4. Factor in Buffer Time⁠
Teach them to allow for transition time between activities (like driving to practice or grabbing dinner before heading to a game). This reduces the stress of being late and helps manage expectations.⁠
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5. Keep Open Communication⁠
Regularly discuss their schedule, upcoming events, and how they’re feeling. This can help you both spot potential issues, like overcommitting or feeling stressed.⁠
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6. Teach the Importance of Sleep⁠
Many teens struggle with getting enough sleep. Help your teen understand the importance of a consistent bedtime and avoiding screen time late at night for better rest and focus.⁠
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7. Plan Ahead for Big Events⁠
If they have large assignments, tests, or events coming up, help them break down preparation into smaller steps. For example, for a big exam, they could study a little each day instead of cramming.⁠
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It's important to model good scheduling habits. If you’re organized and consistent with your own schedule, your teen is more likely to follow suit. Share how you manage your time and handle competing priorities.⁠
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#TeenSchedules #TimeManagement #Prioritize #TeensToday #PlanningSchedules #Habits #Accountability

Meet Winnie!⁠ My doorkeeper, officemate, yoga pa

Meet Winnie!⁠
My doorkeeper, officemate, yoga partner, and copilot. She is silly, a cuddler, very farty, and an all-around good girl. We take our morning walks together and after that she's stuck like glue and never leaves my side! Winnie is the daughter of our girl Laila who passed away suddenly one year ago this Saturday. We will be giving extra snuggles and kisses as we remember her mama this week.⁠
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#BoxerDog #BoxerDogsOfInstagram #fortheloveofadog #Pets

Well, for starters, it's clean! I love taking a l

Well, for starters, it's clean! I love taking a little time to fully clean my workspace. A clean space = a clear mind! I like my space because my husband built it, it's cozy, and has a place for all the books I love. I make sure I have calm music playing, good light, windows open for fresh air, and everything is in its place. It's a far cry from the cubicle I had in the sales pit when I worked in media advertising!⁠
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This is my little getaway from the rest of the house.⁠
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How about you? What inspires you in your workspace? Comment below ⬇️⁠
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#workspace #Plannergirl #HomeOffice #BeInspired #Inspiration #Office #Life

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I can't run my home without my Sunday Reset. It's

I can't run my home without my Sunday Reset. It's how I get meals planned, priorities listed, and our week mapped out.⁠
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👉🏻Want my Sunday Reset Checklist? Comment RESET and I'll send you the link!⁠
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Because you don't have to figure this all out alone - steal my system and make it your own.⁠
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#sundayreset #plannermom #organizedlife #simplify #habits #routine

High School mornings can feel like boot camp some

High School mornings can feel like boot camp some days! There are a few systems that really help:⁠
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🎒Prep clothes and backpacks the night before⁠
🧇Keep breakfast simple and repeatable⁠
⏰️Agree on a realistic wake-up time⁠
📵Have a "no phone until ready" rule⁠
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Which one would make your mornings easier? Tell me in the comments ⬇️⁠
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#purposefulplanner #momlife #parentingteens #backtoschool #morningroutine #habits

Before coffee I always:⁠ 💧Hydrate (yes, water

Before coffee I always:⁠
💧Hydrate (yes, water before caffeine!) I add a fresh squeeze of lemon for digestion & glow⁠
✍🏻Write my Top 3 for the day. Priorities, Intentions, or what I am grateful for⁠
📖Read the daily page out of "Until Today!" by Iyanla Vanzant - for growth and peace of mind.⁠
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These tiny steps change the whole tone of my day.⁠
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Want the full checklist? Grab it free in my bio⬆️⁠
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#purposefulplanner #habits #morningroutine #intentionalliving #plannerjunkie #weeklyplanning

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