7 Steps In 7 Days
I want to give you some easy ideas to
Begin practicing the 7 Step Method in just 7 days!
If you aren't already familiar with my 7 Step Method to Fill Your Cup First, then check out the blog post that I wrote at the very beginning of 2021 HERE to get comfortable with the method.
If you're already familiar with my 7 Step Method, then keep on reading for super simple ways to begin implementing the 7 Step Method in just 7 days!
With Mother's Day Coming Up, NOW is a perfect time to do something extra to fill your cup, and maybe even include mom in the fun too! As a gift I'm introducing this reoccurring blog series, "7 Steps in 7 Days" to offer seasonal solutions for weaving the 7 Step Method into your weeks with more ease. In celebration of Mother's Day, I've put together a week's worth of little ways for you to practice some bonus self-care this month as spring settles in. Whether you practice them all in one week, spread them out from now until Mother's Day, or only practice one or two over the course of the month, these ideas can help you fill your cup first this May! I hope you enjoy!
Filling Your Cup First
one day at a time.
Seven steps in seven days.
It just makes sense to me.
As I was creating, developing, and fine-tuning my 7-step method to fill my own cup first, it quickly became apparent to me that it was perfectly aligned to 7 days in a week. After launching the brand and beginning my first iteration of the Coffeetalk Newsletter, I created a monthly column sharing how you could challenge yourself through the week and accomplish something for each step in a single week using the 7 Step in 7 Day practice. It was so fun, I decided to turn this into a monthly blog to share. It'll post the first week of each month.
Sunday: Back to the Basics
A new take on the "Sunday Soak". Normally when one thinks of a soak, they are picturing a tub. That is a great way to get Back to the Basics for sure. This month's soak takes you out of the bathroom though, and into the kitchen! Spring is a great time to start to bring more fresh produce into your diet! This month I challenge you to stock up on some produce then give them a good soak to clean them, aiding in ease of consumption, adding a bright and fresh touch to your meals!
Monday: Step-Up the Game
Start the day with intention by taking a "Monday Mindfulness Moment". I'm big on morning rituals, and this is a great place to start practicing mindfulness as a beginner. Being mindful of the first choices we make after waking is an incredibly valuable way to start your day and take ownership over its trajectory. Practice a 15-minute morning ritual that targets a 5-minute activity for your mind, a 5-minute activity to wake up your body & a 5-minute activity to set your Spirit off in a positive direction as you head into your day.
Tuesday: Do Something Little for You
Tuesday is "Treat Yourself Tuesday"! It's the time of the week where I give you permission to spoil yourself just a little bit, for taking time intentionally every day to improve your care. With the warmer sunny days of spring upon us it has me thinking about all of the yummy treats that can be made with lemons; lemonade, iced lemon cake, lemon bars, lemon poppyseed muffins, lemon dressed citrus fruit salad, lemon vinegarette salad dressings, baked fish with roasted lemon slices. So, this month I want you to treat yourself to a lemon inspired treat... savory or sweet. Because sometimes life gives you lemons, and they can be turned into tasty treats. You deserve a little treat for treating yourself right!
So, not terribly overwhelming to apply to your week so far, right?
The second half of the week is when things start to get real fun!
Wednesday: Get a Hobby
Nest is "Wednesday Workshop" and we're getting out in nature with a camera. Pick up your phone or preferred camera and get exploring! Find some signs of nature springing to life and get creative with your camera. You might even capture a background worthy picture to update your home screen with this spring! Add an inspirational quote and, wah- la!
Thursday: Get Your A$$ Moving
As Spring brings warmer days, I want this to inspire a "Thick Thighs Thursday" challenge! Get out the exercise or yoga mat and find some comfortable, yet clingy workout clothes so you can head to your backyard or local park for a spring yoga session! You know your skill level, but whether beginner or pro, get your blood pumping with a little yoga in the sun!
Friday: Dream Big
The weekend is here and that means that it's "Friday Funday"! Head into the weekend daydreaming about how you can clean up your self-care as spring keeps appearing! Don't wait another season to clean up your self-care practices, habits and rituals! You deserve to thrive in this life, not simply survive it!
Saturday: Rest, Reflect, Reevaluate, & Restart
Celebrate "Self-Care Saturday" by reflecting, relaxing & recharging yourself Darling! I hope 2024 is off to an incredible start! I also hope that you have truly begun to prioritize you more! How can you continually do this in even more specific ways throughout 2024!
If you haven't yet signed-up to get on the Dazzling District mailing list to receive the monthly newsletter and other occasional communications, do so using THIS LINK. Don't wait, you'll be disappointed you did! This year the mailing list is going to start receiving more regular communications again! PLUS Coffeetalk made a comeback in a flashy, fun new way LAST MONTH! The May edition arrives in inboxes on 5/9/2024 so, get on the mailing list now. Finally, thank you so much for being patient with me through the creating, defining, and building of this company, and for showing back up for me here with every new blog post! I appreciate you more than you'll ever know!
~ Live Dazzling
Rebecca Jackson
