New Ways to Think About Time

We measure time with numbers on a clock and squares on a calendar, but what if you measured time not by how long it takes to do something but by how much we learn from doing it.

We know how long something takes, when we have deadlines, and what time to show up at appointments, but what if you allowed yourself to open up opportunities to measure time by something less arbitrary and far more meaningful.

For example:
How much can  you learn
How much joy you feel
How relaxed you feel
How connected are you to what you love to do

If you think about it you have experienced this kind of time before. Think about all the special moments in your life, you remember the intensity of the experience, how it made you feel emotionally, the quality of the color, or even the scents, but rarely how long it took. Our minds seem to automatically assign non-arbitrary time to these moments, but more meaningful experiences about the time spent.

Incorporating these new measurements of time will help you become less aware of the time and more aware of the present moment, unearthing new uplifting beliefs and ideas about time and life.

Do you have another suggestions for measuring time?

Motivation Monday

You have created your goal, planned out your action steps, and started on the path to achieving success.

To stay motivated to finish up your action steps, use your to-do list to motivate yourself to work little harder for the rewards of success.

It is a proven fact that people are motivated not by what they have already accomplished, but by finishing up what is left to do on the list. 

Next time you have a project with a long to-do list, review your list often. As you see things being removed and that your list is getting shorter, you will be inspired to finish up all your necessary tasks.

                    Source: operationorganization-mn.com via Valerie on Pinterest

Does your to-do list motivate you to finish tasks quickly?

DIY Friday - Doily's

Who knew doily's could be so cool. I found so many cool projects you can do with a doily, it was hard to pick these six OK seven.

Table runner

Click here for lots of doily ideas

Make a doily necklace

Add a doily to glass

Paint with a doily

Doily Decor - This link has lot's of fun ideas

What have you created with a doily?

Inspiration Hour

I spend my day working online and making jewelry, and life has been crazy busy lately. Recently I realized I need to have some time in my day to recharge and fill my inspiration well.

That's why I scheduled an hour a day as my inspiration hour.

During this hour I do all the things I don't have time for these days, like reading blogs and books, looking through magazines, researching ideas, and surfing the internet.

It makes a difference if you give yourself permission to do things that you consider unimportant.

Try scheduling it on your calendar. Schedule it during those times of day when you need a little recharge. Doing something that is not required work is a great way to get motivated and finish up your work.

Having this hour during my day has made a difference in how I feel about my required work and how quickly I get it done.  I know that my inspiration hour is coming, so I work a little harder to get the things I need to get done finished quickly.

An hour may seem like a long time, but to get fully recharged an hour is the perfect amount of time to get the ideas flowing. If you find the hour challenging at first, do 15 minutes, and then keep adding 15 minutes each week until you reach an hour.

Add an inspiration hour to your calender and see how excited you are to work on you creative business everyday.

How do you recharge when you need inspiration?

Be Inspired - By the Lake

Words to Inspire

“Forests, lakes, and rivers, clouds and winds, stars and flowers, stupendous glaciers and crystal snowflakes - every form of animate or inanimate existence, leaves its impress upon the soul of man.”
 Orison Swett Marden

Idea to Inspire

During the Month of June the Be Inspired Post will be all about relaxing in beautiful places. Where is your favorite place to relax?

Photos to Inspire

Living in the Midwest it's all about relaxing around the lake. Today I have an amazing collection of photos of beautiful lakes.

Source: mybluecanoe.tumblr.com via Natalie on Pinterest

Source: lostinamerica.tumblr.com via Alan on Pinterest

Source: crystalized-bliss.tumblr.com via Patri on Pinterest

Source: Uploaded by user via Natalia on Pinterest

Source: thecoolhunter.com.au via Sean on Pinterest

Source: Uploaded by user via Jenny on Pinterest

Source: room-galleries.myhomeideas.com via Cindy on Pinterest

Handmade Gifts for Dad

Today I'm  showcasing  a unique collection of gifts for the Dad who likes something different. Shop handmade this Father's Day.

Short Circuit geek tie by Cyberoptix

Latitude Longitude key Chain Brown Leather by GunmetalGems

Advanced Hygiene Kit for Men by SamsNatural

Black Slim Leather custom wallet/money clip by SuaveLeatherworks

Men's Steampunk Accessories Cuff Links by additionsstyle

Men's stainless steel square wire chainmaille by nicolehill

Belt Buckle Engine Maze by silveradoSwagger

Men's iPad Case Cover Personalized by kariondesigns

More handmade gifts for Dad next week.

What is your favorite handmade gift to give on Fathers Day?

Motivation Monday

Today I wanted to share a song with you that I use when I need some motivation. Take 4 minutes, close your eyes, and play this song every time you need some motivation.

Happy Monday!

DIY Friday - Tin Cans

Creating with tin and aluminum cans is a great way to recycle and create cool things for your home. Check out these easy ideas for recycling your cans.

Tin Can Caddy

soda can jewelry

craft foam

candle holders

Soda can tea light holder

Tin can vases

What have you created with a can?