Hey champ,
I want to share a really simple tip with you today.
See, in my first year of being a Mum, I found that I needed to simplify some things in my life.
Because, suddenly, I had a baby to look after, and that meant my capacity for “doing things” was reduced. I had to drop my expectations for what I could realistically achieve in one day, especially in the first few months. And I found that I needed to make time for myself – for the things that I enjoy doing.
I think that’s a feeling anyone can relate to – whether you have kids or not. Somehow, amongst all the priorities and “to-do’s”, you’ve got to make time for yourself.
So, today I wanted to share one of the simple tips that helped me do that this year.
It’s something I’d love you to try, especially now when there’s a lot going on, and everyone is in a mad rush to get things done before the holidays.
Every morning, when you wake up, I want you to ask yourself this question:
What would make today great?
Note: you’re not asking “What do I have to get done today?”. You’re asking yourself what would make your day awesome. Is it calling your best friend? Finishing off that major pitch? Buying a new plant? Going for a run or a surf?
Whatever it is, actively visualise yourself doing that thing today.
And then I need you to prioritise it. Give it value.
Whatever would make your day great today, do it.
I hope you take this tip on board, and start asking yourself this question. It can, and will, radically change your day!
And let me know what will make your day great, in the comments below.
Much love,
Turia xx
I would love to sell our home at this weekend’s open inspection. That would make my day and give me the best xmas present.
Your baby is a beauty and obviously well loved! What makes my day great is quiet time spent reading and meditating on spiritual readings! And maybe sometime knitting too!?
Today I will be marketing Sureway employment DMS to the public.
I love seeing people achieve and try to
Make a difference in people’s lives.
I visualise my self having a positive day meeting lots of people.
Happy birthday to your gorgeous little boy.
Merry Christmas to you and your familyxxx
A yoga session ??
I enjoy going to the gym love it actually today I will not be going normally I go everyday. today Iam going Xmas shopping & visiting my mum. so looking forward to my afternoon. Lisa X
Hello Turia,
Thank you for all the emails you have sent to me, and I am only now replying, I am hopeless for this computer stuff ha. I live in Ireland, I got to know you when I visited my son in Australia and he had your first book, and I read it. I dont really know what to say, I am a grandmother, but a young grandmother ha. I have four children and eight grandchildren. I think well I actually know you are one of the bravest people in this world, and your son has been blessed to have such beautiful parents. And of course he is a cutie ha ha. A gorgeous little chap he is. I just want to say that I think you were a very brave person even before the fire, what you accomplished in your life etc. Theres a million things I would love to write here, and I would probably bore you to death ha ha, and I know how busy you are, and how you take the time to help people with what is going on for you in your own life astonishes me. Thank you Turia Pitt and your family for giving the world so much hope for humanity. I’m honored every time I see an email come in from you. And as for my goals, I’m a lost cause ha ha. Connie O’Reilly.
Hi, Turia! How ya doing? I’m Lilian and I’m from Brazil! I really admire you and your life! You’re a big woman! I have a 2 years old boy and it’s so hard, cuz I am an English teacher and I have a big problem in my heart, I was born with a deformity in my heart a have 5 valvules and I’m the only one person alive with this disease in Brazil, it’s really rare, I discovered it when I was 28 weeks pregnant, I had a surgery to correct it about one year ago, but now I have less energy and my abilities are different, so before I was sick I used to swim, now I practice pilates and it makes my day great and give energy to play with my son and teach my students! I will never be as I used to…but now I’m really happy and I know how is important my life, my son, my family and God! And you inspires me always, cuz my life changed completely….xoxo
I’m reading your blog. This blog gives me hope for a normal life. Thank you that you are.