Sunday Check-in

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photo(155)Taking a moment to pose the question:

Why check in with your 3 priorities each week?

I want to take a few moments here and talk to you about my thoughts behind the Sunday Check-In.

I believe we are all creative beings.  Our work comes from a spiritual place.  When we think of “structuring our week” or adding a “to do” list we all moan and groan…but there is a method to this madness.  We are creative and therefore, we need to “self-mange” our days.  We generate so much creativity and need a conduit to bring it forward in our lives and share with others.

We need to establish a relationship with ourselves.  In order to do that, we need to be our own guides.  Take time at the start of each week to lay out your plan for the week.  Each Sunday, hold a check-in time with yourself.  I learned about this technique from my mentor, Christine Kane.  I have stuck to this routine, because, well, it works and it fit into my personal work on creating routines in my life to support my productivity.

Back to the Sunday Check-in.  The top three things I want you to be thinking about are:

1.  Being fully engaged-taking time for yourself without distractions
2.  Definition-define what it is you wish to accomplish each week
3.  Feeling of completion-reflecting back on what it is you have completed each week

So, right now…get out your calendar…and schedule in a half an hour each and every Sunday throughout the year for your “check-in” time.

I know, I know…all the voices in your head are shouting…uggg…boring!  I don’t want to schedule anything!  It is SO not creative (what happens with that is scattering…you have SO many ideas and none get your full attention).  Creating time in your schedule/calendar will allow you to set the tone for your week.  It will give you a focus for your top priorities.

When you are in that ½ hour space each Sunday setting your priorities, take the time to be fully present.  No outside distractions.  Just you, asking yourself what is important to accomplish in the coming week.  What are your 3 priorities?  What are the three things you wish to accomplish for the week?  Just three…this defines your week.  This is what YOU wish to accomplish.  This is for you…to set the stage for your own self-management and success.

Just  begin with that…and if you want support on this journey, the next Sunday Check-in Accountability Group begins June 15!  Click here to register!

 

Little Things I Love

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What are the little things in life that you love? Those simple moments that really have a profound effect on your life. Those things you notice that remain in your memory. Those ideas that reoccur, rising to the surface as a reminder of what is important to you.

I want to create a space where you can place those things, moments, thoughts, and ideas. A place where you can record them and ponder them.

Each Tuesday  I will send out a post. On that post, I will list a “little thing I love” and invite you to add your comment of a little thing you love.  Then, we can see all of the little, beautiful things that are creating such joy in all of our lives.

Watch for the postings!  if you Twitter, we will use the hashtag #LTIL.  If you blog, be sure to add your url so that we can find you!

Let’s share the “little things we love” and create the energy to notice the beauty that surrounds us, making our lives more wondrous.

Little thing I love:  The wispy smoke left after a candle is blown out.  What’s a little thing you love?

Sunday Check-In 2 Spring Renewal!

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Welcome to the Sunday Check-in (Spring Renewal!) Registration Page!

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Hi Everyone!

This is an opportunity for all of you to stay connected in the Sunday Check-In Accountability Group.  A routine has been in place these past few months, and this will be a way to keep the momentum flowing!

The group will remain as it has run with weekly check-ins.  You can stay right in that groove if it feels right.

I will also be adding optional homework each week to bring you deeper into your creative journey (as it unfolds, because you are making time for your creative work by setting intention each week!)  You can choose to accept this homework invitation, or just stick to the weekly check-in.  It will be available to you either way!

Below is the information on what you will receive.  Sign-up in the next week and when June 15 is here, you will remain in the group on the FB page!

Here is the info!

Overview of the weekly check-in:

Each week you will receive a “reminder” email on Saturday for the “Sunday Check-In” to write the following:

  • 3 “priorities” you wish to pursue for the week

  • Pose one question you have about your creative journey to pose to the group

How the group will work:

  • You will remain on Facebook group page (This will be our communication connection to list those 3 “priorities” each week. )

  • The group will be facilitated by me, Susan Loughrin with a mid-week check in and an end of the week “reflection” time…and I will add in optional homework to dig deeper into your creative journey

  • You will continue receive an audio recording by Susan that will lead you though the “how” and the “why” of setting priorities each week…and invitations to move into your creative journey

  • The group will run June 15-September 15, 2013

  • Investment:    for this renewal, the cost will remain at $57.00 (3 month full payment) -OR-  $25.00 (monthly payment plan)

If this sounds like a journey you wish to continue, I welcome you!

This is a renewal for the Sunday Check-In group that began this March. You will remain connected to the members of our group to keep the momentum going!  We are all holding a space for each other to create “time” to do what you love.

 Investment options:

Option 1:  $57.00 for the full three months June 15-September 15 2013
Option 2:  $25.00 paid each month (you will be sent a reminder email)

 


Sunday Check-In Spring Renewal!



Setting Intention for Routines and Rituals

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Routines are set in “chunks” of time. Taking a look over the week, there are definite “parts” of the whole.  Throughout each day/week/month patterns are set.

Taking the time to notice my own rituals or routines allows me to fully “see” the intentions I am setting.  I find I need to get into a routine this way:

 

  1.  Watch for what brings me a calm sense of self-care
  2. Look over my calendar each week and “chunk” out time for routines
  3. Set up work/relaxation schedule
  4. Reflect at the end of each week to see what routines were in place

I have found that the over-arching idea for each week is self-care.  When I take care of myself, I am able to handle all of the events that make up the rest of my life.

Giving myself pause for this, I have decided to take some time to write out all of the “self-care” rituals I have put into place.

Here is what I noticed:

  1. Reading
  2. Exercise/yoga
  3. Writing in journal each AM
  4. Time with the people I love
  5. Eating well
  6. Taking time out in nature

It is interesting to read back through this list.  I notice that the same patterns of self-care emerge.  I need certain things to be a part of my everyday routine/ritual.  Also, looking back over past journals, I see the same key elements appearing over and over.  When these elements are in place in my daily routine, I am centered.  I can create.  I am present.  I am safe.

What are the key elements for you to have a rich, fulfilling and creative life?

PS…if you wish to set your intention to create your own routines and rituals, I invite you to join the next Sunday Check-in Accountability Group starting on June 15!  Click here to register!

 

New Sunday Check-In Accountability Group Starts June 15!

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Join in the
Sunday Check-In Accountability Group!

Sunday Check-In Accountability Group

A 3 month accountability group facilitated by Susan Loughrin
June 15-Sept 15, 2013


Creativity takes time, space and energy.

In order to make that time happen, there are ways that we can support our underlying structure and build in that time we need.  One of those ways is placing focus on our weekly “to-do” or priority list.

I know what you are saying… “What does a “to-do” list have to do with creativity?

Let me ask you a question or two…

  • How do you make more “time” in your day to create?
  • What does a typical day or week look like for you?
  • How often do you reflect on your week to see where your time goes?
  • What would it take for you to hold yourself accountable to your own “time”?

Take a moment to answer those questions before you read on. What do you notice?

Allow me to now say that there IS a way to get this time and structure into your daily life so that you have more time to create!

I am forming a new Sunday Check-In Accountability group for you!  This will be a place where you can be held accountable for your weekly planning.  This group will be a safe place to center each week and reflect on how you wish to spend your time. (You can read the testimonials on the right to hear what others are saying from my other Sunday Check-In group!)

Because you are on my e-news list, I am writing to you first, before I open it up.  I want to get to know you, as many of you live far away from my face-to-face world.  I will invite only 10 participants into this group to keep things manageable.  The group will run from June 15-September 15, 2013 on a private Facebook page.

The support and wisdom of others around us keeps us energized and grounded as we travel forward. This mastermind group will be a chance for you to connect with one another and continue to learn and grow over the next few months; holding yourself accountable to your own creative goals and getting you that time into your schedule to create!

Here are the  “rules of the Sunday Check-In Accountability” clearly laid out:

Sunday Check-in

Each week you will receive a “reminder” email on Saturday for the “Sunday Check-In” to write the following:

  • 3 “priorities” you wish to pursue for the week
  • one question you have about your creative journey to pose to the group

How the group will work:

  • You will be added to a private Facebook group page (This will be our communication connection to list those 3 “priorities” each week.  You will need to have a Facebook account.)
  • The group will be facilitated by me, Susan Loughrin with a mid-week check in and an end of the week “reflection” time
  • Each week you will receive an audio recording by Susan that will lead you though the “how” and the “why” of setting priorities each week
  • The group will run June 15-September 15, 2013
  • Investment:  Full 3 month payment of $97.00 -OR- payment plan of $35.00 per month

If this sounds like an accountability group you would like to be a part of as you journey forward creating your life you can sign-up here  .

I am inviting only 10 people to keep the group manageable. You will be meeting many new people of like-mind and holding a space for each other to create the “time” to do what you love.

Still wondering if this is the right choice for you?  Take a look a some of the benefits below…

Why be a part of this accountability group?

  • The Sunday Check-In Accountability group is simple and doable
  • The focus is on making time work FOR you
  • By connecting to your priorities each week, you create your life
  • By reflecting on your time spent focused on your priorities, you free up time for your creative journey
  • You will “see” how you spend your time
  • You will be holding yourself accountable to yourself
  • You will be supported by one another with combined wisdom

I am excited to connect with you all, see if this will be a fit for you and get to know you a little better! Feel free to respond to this email if you have any questions.

If it feels right, click here to register!
Warmly,
Susan
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