The Benefit of a Summer Slowdown | Episode 9

Hey there, I’m back. Lately my creative well has been overflowing which is a rarity when you’re a small business owner wearing a lot of hats! I think I know why though, in my business I’ve implemented something we’re calling the summer slowdown. Listen to this episode to learn more about what it is and how it is benefitting me and my company.

Things I mention in this episode include my business Two Days Off and out summer slowdown.

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Apps to Support Mindfulness | Episode 8

Building consistent mindfulness practices are tough, but you don't have to do it alone. These are 5, non-distracting, apps that help support me being more mindful every day.

Things I mention in this episode include my recent blog post summarizing and linking to each of thee apps, this Spotify playlist, and my giveaway of the Jour app.

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2020's Silver Lining | Episode 7

Despite a harrowing year and an exasperating presidential election in the United States; despite the suffering and loss we have individually and collectively experienced, I am looking back on the past 8 months and the few good things I am taking forward with me.

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Why Mindful Notes | Episode 6

Here goes, season two of Mindful Notes! In this episode, I revisit what mindfulness is and why I became obsessed enough with it to make a podcast.

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Season 2 Teaser

In 2019 I shared several mindful notes introducing some mindfulness topics for season 1. This season I am going to dive deep into mindfulness practices and help us all become more present and happy every day.

Here goes, season two of Mindful Notes!

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True Cause of Forgetfulness | Episode 5

In the fifth episode of the Mindful Notes podcast I am sharing a voice note (to self) where I reflect on what periods of forgetfulness may mean and one way to tackle it to make memories you want to look back on.

All the links:

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Mindfulness is Awareness | Episode 4

In this fourth episode of season one’s mindful notes, I talk about my journey to living more mindfully and with 100-day challenge that got it all started.

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Redefining Success as Freedom | Episode 3

In the third episode of the Mindful Notes podcast I am sharing a voice note (to self) where I am thinking through what true success looks like. I dive into the tug of war between freedom of time and monetary wealth and how I prioritize the work I do to achieve my view of “success.”

Music by Steve Combs via the Free Music Archive

Plants Make People Happy | Episode 2

Have you ever heard someone say "plants make people happy"? I had never thought over why that may be before until now. Today I share two reasons why I think this saying is true. I will share with you a random shower thought inspired by my pepperomia plant, that led to reflections on self care and self growth.

Also, listening note, there are a lot of popping ps in this episode, I recommend lowering the volume if you are festive to such sounds! Sorry about that in advance.

my shower plant & muse

All the links:

My Instagram for more #proudplantmom pics, @GinaStovall

The Sill online and on Instagram

Music by Steve Combs via the Free Music Archive

A Life Examined is One of Intention | Episode 1

You may have heard of intentional living, but have you ever asked what that really means? And what does it mean about how we live day to day? In today’s episode I reflect on my definition of an intentional life.

All the links:

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Music by Steve Combs via the Free Music Archive

The Mindful Notes Podcast | Episode 0

In 2017 I did a project that I called 100 Days of Mindfulness. It was inspired by the #100DaysProject and it changed my life. Yes, I know how dramatic that sounds, but if you know me you know I am not a dramatic person... so I repeat, my 100 days of mindfulness changed my life. I challenge myself to start meditating consistently and to develop daily mindful practices. I shared this challenge on Instagram, and that public announcement really made me accountable to this effort. I read about mindfulness, intentional living, and meditation. And I began surrounding myself with people who could teach me more. My life blossomed and I felt myself appreciating new things in my life and creating space to enjoy those things more.

In 2018 I did another 100 days mindfulness and along the way I recorded a few mindful notes to myself. These notes we a chance for me to take note of my observations and reflections on the life I am designing for myself. I’ve decided to share these with the world on the off chance that one of these notes proves meaningful to someone other than me.

Here goes, season one of Mindful Notes!

100 Mindful Notes to Your Inbox

Each year I challenge myself to #100DaysOfMindfulness, a project to grow my mindfulness practice and build healthier habits to carry me throughout my life. You can join in on the 100 days too and receive a daily quote about mindful living by signing up below.