What I love about this approach is that it focuses on the process as well as the product. We're often so focused on the final product, in any endeavor, that we forget the joys inherent in the baby steps. You've inspired me to start a list of smaller milestones.
Pre kids, I would have taken a day off and gone somewhere to explore, visited a museum, browsed in a new bookstore, something like that. Now I'm more likely to buy something sparkly like a crystal or a piece of jewelry. Something that makes me smile and feels like a tangible reminder!
So true. I am not good at it but I really believe we need a kinder world and that means being kind to ourselves.. Many congratulations on all these milestones!!
I absolutely love how you put this, Sumayya! Kindness to self and others (true kindness vs. "niceness) is everything! Here to celebrate with you, friend.
Congratulations on all of these meaningful milestones, friend, and for the kind reminder to mark them! So looking forward to connecting in person soon!
What I love about this approach is that it focuses on the process as well as the product. We're often so focused on the final product, in any endeavor, that we forget the joys inherent in the baby steps. You've inspired me to start a list of smaller milestones.
Yes, totally! Love the list idea and I can just picture your gorgeous notebook and handwriting (opposite of mine I imagine!). :)
You know I'm all about celebrating along the way! So glad you're getting some good news. You've paid allllll the dues!
Yes!! How do you celebrate typically?
Pre kids, I would have taken a day off and gone somewhere to explore, visited a museum, browsed in a new bookstore, something like that. Now I'm more likely to buy something sparkly like a crystal or a piece of jewelry. Something that makes me smile and feels like a tangible reminder!
Ooo, I love a keepsake! (Or an outing!!)
So true. I am not good at it but I really believe we need a kinder world and that means being kind to ourselves.. Many congratulations on all these milestones!!
I absolutely love how you put this, Sumayya! Kindness to self and others (true kindness vs. "niceness) is everything! Here to celebrate with you, friend.
Congratulations on all of these meaningful milestones, friend, and for the kind reminder to mark them! So looking forward to connecting in person soon!
Same!! I have a feeling you are good at this—at least that's the vibe I get from you in your inspiring creative work. I hope so! :)