Are you frazzled getting out the door each morning? Do you start your day by gulping down a cup of joe? Do you reach for your phone first thing and end up in a mindless scroll?
Adding 5 minutes of mindset work in the morning can change your life and alleviate some of the chaotic and frenzied energy.
Maria sits down with Katie Wood -- mom of four, former teacher, motivational speaker and author -- who has not only transformed her own life, but the lives of thousands with a simple morning routine rooted in gratitude.
Katie shares her personal story of growth and change that started after her daughter was diagnosed with an illness that put her into a dark place. In an effort to help herself navigate around a place of worry and despair she became more intentional by starting her day by celebrating the "positives" in her life. She also celebrated the things she was thankful for, no matter how small. This practice ended up having big life changing effects for her and her entire family.
Katie's book A Simple Seed: of Growth, Gratitude & Giggles: 5-minute morning journal for kids is a journey to help kids (big & small) tap into manifestations that can help us focus on all the good things in your life in an easy and approachable way. Her book is over 200 schools nationwide that are helping create a generation of thoughtful, kind and generous kids.
Learn more about:
- A Simple Seed - the method for you & your kids
- How a morning routine can change everything
- How gratitude sets your attitude
- The keys to navigating the storms of life in a good space
- The 5 simple intentions that can change your life
- How reminders on your phone can help you shift your thinking throughout the day
- The power of positive self talk (i.e. "I am" statements)
- Why incorporating humor and laughter into your day is so beneficial
- How thinking about others can help your own mood
Follow along with Katie Wood & Simple Seed:@KatieWood_SimpleSeed & SimpleSeedJournal.com
Get her book A Simple Seed: of Growth, Gratitude & Giggles: 5-minute morning journal for kids
Follow along with Maria on social: @mariasansone
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