Um... when DON'T work and family collide? Especially when you work from home and kids do home-work because they are home-schooled? It's the epitome of a "blended" family... blending life, home, work, education into one big mixing pot. The results can be beautiful, baffling and downright difficult at times. So Andy Stanley's book, When Work and Family Collide seemed like the perfect book for … [Read more...]
Seriously, I have an obsession... with small colorful pieces of paper. They are called Post It Notes and they come in every size, shape, variety and style you could possibly want. I'm obsessed. My friend and fellow author, Kathi Lipp, recently wrote about her five favorite ways to use Post Its and admitted to having over 45 little stacks in her desk drawer. She's got me beat on sheer numbers, … [Read more...]
It's summer and that usually brings about a renewed sense of purpose in focusing on health and vitality. Wouldn't you agree? So I've been devouring books on health, brain development, and even watched a documentary "Homo Toxicus" last night. Scary what's in our food, soil and environment. One way to counteract the toxins is to consume superfoods. Recently Salba Smart contacted me to review a … [Read more...]
Are you where you want to be? Do you know how to get there? Have you questioned if you have what it takes to live the life you imagine? Get yourself a coach! I'll refrain from all the sports analogies about greatness refined and accelerated at the hands of a coach, but they're true. What I will tell you is that if you have somewhere you want to go and are finding that you're not getting … [Read more...]
What can you learn from two brothers who flew through impossibility? How to finance your dream. How to run your business. How to work with partners. How to learn your craft. How to develop your skills. Make sure to read yesterday's primer on the first 5 lessons you can learn about ignoring impossibility and exploring the creative frontier. Today we dive into specifics on what … [Read more...]
"The Wright Brothers flew through the smoke screen of impossibility." -Dorothea Brande It was the 1890's and the race to fly was on. Even Wilbur Wright himself in a moment of deep disappointment, remarked to Orville that man would fly, but not in their lifetimes. Somehow the brothers moved past the disappointment, setbacks, obstacles, failures, copycats, haters, and lack of resources to hold … [Read more...]
The answer is yes. There's an entire feature-length documentary that proves it. You can watch the trailer below and the full length documentary is currently available streaming on Netflix. If you're a creative (or would like to be), this work will open your eyes to the world of design that we all live within. How can you apply it to your life and work in a more intentional and focused … [Read more...]
A photographer gets real about growing up and doing the work, dealing with fear and living an awesome life. Daniel Dunn is our featured 365 challenge photographer this week. His story will challenge and inspire you. It’s never too late to join the challenge with over 500 photographers. It’ll change your life forever! Daniel Dunn: A Photographer on a Mission My name is Daniel Dunn, I’m … [Read more...]
Okay, even the title is kind of awkward, but I don't care. It's true! Here's my story. Growing up I didn't think much about modesty. I went to church and loved God (more than anything), and I dressed modestly. But it wasn't a conscious decision. I wore the clothes I was given: hand-me-downs from my older brother, outfits from the church share closet, and garage sale bargains. That's what I … [Read more...]
Remembering the essentials in life is critical. Whether it's putting on deodorant, brushing your teeth, putting on shoes instead of slippers. Sometimes we all need a little reminder to do those things that can easily evade us in the rush of life. Here are a couple tips from Jenna Lucado (daughter of Max Lucado) and author of Redefining Beautiful: Two things I've learned: one, how to laugh at … [Read more...]
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PUBLICATIONS Top 100 Wordpress Article: Stepping Into the Frame on PhotoFocus Featured Photographer on Darren Rowse's Digital Photography School Featured Writer on 5 Minutes for Mom for Photography and … [Read More...]
I am not a sales person and actually am trying to overcome a particular disdain for anything that smacks of overt selling. I do however like to talk and write about products, services, and people that I like and love. … [Read More...]
Welcome to the new home of Real Women Scrap - the book and blog that helps people get inspired to take back their time, find balance, liberate their creativity, and pursue their passions. My name is Tasra Dawson and I’m the woman behind … [Read More...]
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