It's a Lovely Time

Today I'm talking about creating intentional space for family time starts with making intentional time for you. We get caught up in the lie that if we don't spend all of this time with our kids that we are some how less of a parent The shift in mothers going to work out of the home Through lived experiences that we were able to look at our traumas holistically and recognize the patterns than needed to change. I see this in more of my mothers mothers generation, where it was still fairly uncommon for women to work outside of the home and very much shamed if actually done. The reality of raising kids today being "busier" The "expectancy" to get ALL of these things done with limited time as working moms Identify major pain points and solve those solutions first. Write it out and really work through the cost associated and it's worth to your family unit. Your husband can help! Michael and I are excited for an upcoming episode about this exact point, so more to come on how your partner is not "helping you out" he's doing his part & you should not feel guilty. Be honest and forth coming about your needs and expectations Ultimately, avoid busy-ness and make time for things that matter to you - Taco Tuesday & game night - 1:1 dates with each kid Create routines and habits that will help you to make life a little easier For example, pizza on Tuesdays because Michael works late Sunday set to review the calendar for the week ahead and do our marriage journal Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. ⁠Megs IG⁠ | ⁠It's a Lovely Time IG⁠ X's & O's, Megs --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-a-lovely-time/message

Today I'm talking about a podcast interview I got the pleasure of taking with Carl the Local business hacks podcast reached out to Regan, the president of Pure Barre for an interview, and the CMO at our corporate office referred him to me for an interview. I am reintroducing myself to you here but invite you to listen to the interview with Carl to hear the following takeaways! • How to implement a few simple things that can turn your business around and put it on the path to success • How to become a better leader in your business • Why business owners need to realize that confidence is a muscle • Why it's imperative for business owners to get into the day-to-day of your business and do the dirty work • Why it's important for business owners to remember that sometimes your journey begins far before you are actually aware of it Local Business Hacks- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/local-business-hacks/id1558126970?i=1000600929976 This episode is also available as a blog post: https://pursuewithfluency.com/2022/10/20/its-a-lovely-time-to-chat-with-carl-from-local-business-hacks/ ------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. ⁠Megs IG⁠ | ⁠It's a Lovely Time IG⁠ X's & O's, Megs --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-a-lovely-time/message

Today I'm talking about how your definition of success, where it comes from and how to define it so that you're headed in a clear direction - chatting about the definition of success we learn as a child - what our parents think of us or what we perceive based on the language used - how to overcome some of those stories we've told ourselves, good or bad if it doesn't align with what actually brings you joy - my dad telling me college isn't the path for everyone and "releasing me" from that lie I told myself - Therapy helping me understand what those "lies" really were as I had come to believe them as my truths - social media or negative work culture "keeping up with the jones" - how to get clear and aligned with who you are, what you want and how having what you want makes you feel this takes time in stillness, meditation, pause and reflection - lifestyle entrepreneurs goal is to have a have a quality of life vs a growth entrepreneurs ------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. ⁠Megs IG⁠ | ⁠It's a Lovely Time IG⁠ X's & O's, Megs --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-a-lovely-time/message

Today I'm talking about how there are no shortcuts to becoming who you were meant to be. The journey is worth being traveled. Typically, I'll record episodes, weeks if not months in advance but after a weekend of filling my cup I had to share this morning. This notion that somehow we will wake up to be who we were meant to be, tomorrow is something that continues to be brought up. As if we can simply do a few right things or if somehow we do "all the right things" we will suddenly have it all figured out. - "riding a bike" - john wooden, learning to tie your shoes https://www.riskology.co/better-shoelaces/ - my story -- Growing up, even today my dad has said on occasion, "I'm still trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up" if you heard him say this as a stranger walking by, you wouldn't know that he's a distinguished attorney who specializes Mergers and Acquisitions, compliance, corporate finance, corporate governance, employee benefits, insurance, litigation management, and securities law. Knowing what I know about my father, it's always encouraged me to look beyond what I'm doing in the present moment and how I can truly be "anything I want to be" While yes, I have specific goals in mind there are things I'm doing today that I know won't last forever. - You may be surprised to learn that after my family moved from state to state and I tried to keep up with the changes in college requirements, I eventually dropped out of college just a year or so short of a diploma. Feeling the stress to begin paying back my original student loans and not having any real direction at the time I was getting by as I had throughout most of my life on hope & a dream but there was no clear vision and without any mindfulness practices in place, there's really only one thing to attribute my success or lack of falling flat on my face too, so thank you, God. - We moved consistently every 1-3 years throughout my childhood making me a master of fitting in but this ultimately led to me lying and doing my best to fit into places when I didn't belong and so desperately wanted to feel that sense of belonging that I see now. But as a child, I was not seen for those lies and shortcomings as a coping strategy but I was told that I was a "story teller" and accused of being a liar. Maybe that's why one of my core values today is honesty. If you are a close friend you know that I would rather be told the ugliest truth than a lie and if you do lie, it's almost impossible for me to come back from. Still working through that. - I didn't just wake up one day and decide to be the woman I am today. It took small consistent steps to better who I am, not being afraid to start shedding light on some of the really awful truths that I was afraid of anyone finding out from my past, including me. - Therapy, lots of therapy, from EMDR to traditional talk therapy and neurofeedback. I am a huge advocate of therapy and finding the right therapist. I have actually stood up and respectfully walked out of a therapist's office after she asked me what I thought I should be doing. She was clearly in over her head and did not have much to offer me after my extensive therapy sessions of the past. I am begging you, if you've had a bad experience, don't let that stop you from finding a good one. It's not always the perfect fit the first time but you are worth finding the right match. - daily meditation, still sometimes a struggle to fit in - movement - practicing "clear is kind" - shitty first drafts are a way of life for my otherwise brash personality, I am an enneagram 8, the challenger, a strong visionary and hell hath no fury like a Meghan focused, although those moments are fleeting, especially while pregnant without my ADHD medication but watch out world. References: Brene Brown- Raising Strong ------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! P --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Today I'm talking about how you really are you you say you are. Our words are powerful so choose them wisely! What you say and how you say it matters, when you're speaking to others and especially your inner dialogue. You have the power to change who you are, you just have to believe it. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://pursuewithfluency.com/2023/01/07/its-a-lovely-time-to-realize-you-are-who-you-say-you-are/ ------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Why the clock didn't strike midnight and turn you into anything special. You're still the same lovely lady you've been all along, heels and dress or rags and barefeet. The new year new you BS has to stop. We are setting ourselves up for failure, in arguably the longest, coldest, most challenging month of the year. Need a little new year mood boost? I've got you! This episode is also available as a blog post: https://pursuewithfluency.com/2023/01/06/its-a-lovely-time-to-blow-up-new-year-new-you/ ------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode of It's a lovely time I'm back and it's 2022, A LOT and I mean a lot had changed in a few short months and I'm on fire and ready to kick start this new year. I'll be shifting gears slightly but still bringing you the same type of content. More motherhood, more raw, more real, more life from every which way. Motherhood, entrepreneurship, relationships and wellness, it's a journey and it's all coming at me just as fast as you. Sister, I'm so glad you're here and look forward to growing through this season with you. Today's episode is the opener for season TWO! And I'm talking all about choosing your word for the year. No rush, it might take some time. I'm here to unpack choosing your word and why the hell I think you should choose one in the first place. Let's dive in! This episode is also available as a blog post: https://pursuewithfluency.com/2023/01/06/its-a-lovely-time-to-choose-your-word-for-2023/ ------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode of It's a lovely time I'm looking back, on my wellness journey. Ending the season, the same way it started, with rapid fire episodes to close out each category. Taking a moment to reflect and vulnerably share, before stepping into season 2. As I've continued to say, living with intentionality and purpose is incredibly important to me. I've been feeling called to share more about where I've been before I continue to share today's experiences and where I'm going. I look forward to hearing from you and coming back to Season 2 refreshed and ready. I'm glad you're here. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://pursuewithfluency.com/2022/10/20/its-a-lovely-time-to-look-back-wellness/ ------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode of It's a lovely time, I'm looking back at how the relationships I have today were forged by the relationships of my past. Ending the season, the same way it started, with rapid fire episodes to close out each category. Taking a moment to reflect and vulnerably share, before stepping into season 2. As I've continued to say, living with intentionality and purpose is incredibly important to me. I've been feeling called to share more about where I've been before I continue to share today's experiences and where I'm going. I look forward to hearing from you and coming back to Season 2 refreshed and ready. I'm glad you're here. ----- How we were treated in childhood shapes all of us and influences the adult relationships we seek and pour ourselves into Our adult relationships, from friendships to romantic and co-workers, are genuinely shaped, informed, and impacted by our upbringing. Our relationship with God first and then ourselves has to come before any additional relationships. Even if you're in the middle of what could be a great friendship or marriage, to seek lasting quality we must reflect and take the time to grow before we can continue to flourish. For me, the story goes, "people leave," so for years, instead of letting people leave or hurt me, I did everything I could to make sure I was the one in control. If anyone was leaving, it would be me or on my terms. Obviously, this was not healthy but I had zero self awareness around this. My friendships, jobs, relationships, everything was impacted. If I every started to feel too much or love something or some one I made a wedge and either forced them out or took myself out of the equation all together. There was a lot of hurt & pain for me but especially those I impacted. A lot of those decisions were made with my reptilian brain, in survival mode. I was in survival mode for almost a decade. And while our previous relationships might have a negative impact on us, it's not an excuse for poor behavior or mistreatment of others. So we must do the work to grow within to step into who we were meant to be. In God's eyes, we were not meant to be perfect, so release that expectation and move in the work. Understanding that, this is work we will continue to do throughout our lives. It wasn't until I allowed myself to be loved that I was able to grow and seek my full potential. When people left to realize that was going to be ok and often times, it was not in my control. But if it was, how to appropriately react, respond and make lasting change. The quality of our relationships can determine the quality of our lives, so let's start by defining what you want out of relationships so that you can be fully grounded in who you are before stepping into and trying to nurture someone else. Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode of It's a lovely time I'm looking back, on my journey to entrepreneurship. Ending the season, the same way it started, with rapid fire episodes to close out each category. Taking a moment to reflect and vulnerably share, before stepping into season 2. As I've continued to say, living with intentionality and purpose is incredibly important to me. I've been feeling called to share more about where I've been before I continue to share today's experiences and where I'm going. I look forward to hearing from you and coming back to Season 2 refreshed and ready. I'm glad you're here. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://pursuewithfluency.com/2022/10/20/its-a-lovely-time-to-look-back-at-megs-journey-to-entrepreneurship/ Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode of It's a lovely time I'm looking back, on my journey to motherhood. Ending the season, the same way it started, with rapid fire episodes to close out each category. Taking a moment to reflect and vulnerably share, before stepping into season 2. As I've continued to say, living with intentionality and purpose is incredibly important to me. I've been feeling called to share more about where I've been before I continue to share today's experiences and where I'm going. I look forward to hearing from you and coming back to Season 2 refreshed and ready. I'm glad you're here. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://pursuewithfluency.com/2022/10/20/its-a-lovely-time-to-look-back-at-megs-journey-to-motherhood/ Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

It's been quiet around here lately and frankly, i've been swimming against the current, feeling caught in the pull, making strokes inch by inch to get back to the shore. I use the analogy of water because I can relate to it love ocean, i love the water and it's sometimes baffling to me when i lay my head on the pillow at night how i am landlocked. but I feel the appreciation more when i get to visit the ocean instead of being near it every day. Or at least that's what I'm telling myself! But the heart of what i'm telling you it, I am constantly reminded that my todo list is not done yet and this begs the question, will we ever be? Life comes at you fast, especially in the world we live in today and when you start adding in children, businesses and friendships there is a lot to take in, get done and do do do but what I really want to DO is to be. Even if you don't see it in the moment, the most challenging times of your life, when you're forced to take a pause, be still and grow forward are often the moments before the best days. I want to leave a legacy and for me that means being able to live intentionally so that the impact I leave is lasting. I want to take pause today and honor each of our stories that has lead us to where we are in our path and I can't think of a better way to close out the first season of the podcast than sharing why i am here today and some of the integral pieces of what got me here. why i am able to show up like i do and how i am working to live intentionally, it's not a race and their is no finish line, just a beautiful journey and i want to look around and enjoy the moments that make up my beautiful life. One of the hardest days and ultimately led to the most trying months of my life was all part of a divine path that we were meant to follow. The road less traveled is typically tumultuous, makes your stomach twist and turn as you face uncertain terrain ahead and tests your faith. If you are willing to let go, let God and lean into your faith, oh how far you can grow. Let's take a quick job back so I can catch you up. Two years ago, we went on our first family "vacation" when the twins were 1 month old. This trip, led to the following post, sharing the real and hard reality that we were faced with in that moment. Sharing, vulnerably, honestly, without pause. Coming off of a twin pregnancy, throughout the pandemic, after having been forced to close our business for an extended period of time, bringing so much uncertainty and unknown, just like the rest of the world. It was hard. Our struggles were not more weighted than others but they were ours and when you are going through something hard, you expect the people who you love most to show up. “Sounds like a lot of work” This has changed the trajectory of so many things in out lives for the better, I can see that now but it was hard in the moment. Tune in to hear why and what happened next. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode, my husband Michael and I are walking around the Gaylord Rockies (excuse some of the wind in our mic) we found a warm spot to sit, eventually. This episode was influenced by one night we were out at a favorite restaurant of ours & noticed even though we've been there over a dozen times the service was exceptionally bad and started talking about the taste of your food in relation to the service. Having a lot of friends who are rest. owners and Michael's dads career revolving around opening high end restaurants. We are taking a deep dive into customer service and experience, how it relates to all areas of your business and how you as a consumer can do your part. Doing a little digging for some research to support our topic and will link to our blog soon! Thanks for joining us! --------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are inspired by my blog, pursuewithfluency.com. Each week, I'll bring you a quickie to round out the full length episodes of the podcast. Sharing my tips, tricks and lessons learned, giving you the building blocks to live the life you deserve. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode of It's a lovely time we're talking about what I mean when I say to be more like Nancy & Fred. We're back in the realm of entrepreneurship but specifically related to customer service and creating an experience that people will not forget. “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou So when you think about ways to create and experience and implement this into your business what comes up for you? Start with putting yourself in your team and or customers shoes. how would you want to be heard, seen, recognized? I'm sharing some specific examples of above and beyond customer service I've received from my incredible SHIPT shopper, Nancy. While I can't guarantee the experience like mine with Nancy, I would highly recommend checking out SHIPT and if you're in Denver, maybe you'll get so lucky to have her shop for you! and how she made me think of Fred the postman! TED Talk about Fred by Mark Sanborn- Fred the Postman watch it here Ultimately, as I was thinking about this episode, I realized it's not just to be more like Nancy and Fred, but more like Jesus. ------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are inspired by my blog, pursuewithfluency.com. Each week, I'll bring you a quickie to round out the full length episodes of the podcast. Sharing my tips, tricks and lessons learned, giving you the building blocks to live the life you deserve. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Here's the thing, Following up to my last full length episode about the boundaries Michael and I set with our parents, we are passionate about our children collecting more experiences than things. Thus, we've asked our parents/ friends for birthdays to gift in this way or not at all. In this bonus episode, i'm touching on How to have the conversation with your family What do say on birthday party invites, if you don't ask you can't expect to get what you want Why your kids will still get gifts (and that's okay) Speaking your truth is not being ungrateful, but there's a right way to go about it Be brave enough to set forth your expectations and the let go of what you can't control Great ideas for memory & quality time gifts: Ticket/membership to the zoo Ticket/ membership to a local museum Gift card to ice cream shop to go together Ticket to a fun show Ticket to the movies If you're getting toys and gifts you don't want an Amazon list can be really helpful. Grandparents can go to the list and find something they want to buy from it and you can add things your kids want but also need. If this is something that's important to you, it's a lovely time to give the way you want to receive. --------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are inspired by my blog, pursuewithfluency.com. Each week, I'll bring you a quickie to round out the full length episodes of the podcast. Sharing my tips, tricks and lessons learned, giving you the building blocks to live the life you deserve. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Over the past (almost) decade, we've had a lot of conversations in our family about values and what we wanted for our family and how to raise our kids. This included a lot of tough & intentional conversations around the relationships we had and have with our parents. How we've outlined these boundaries & how we navigate blurred lines, our expectations and resetting as needed. Topic overview: the relationships we have with our parents as "their kids" how those relationships evolve our relationships with each others parents our parents relationships with our children/ as grandparents boundaries blurred lines setting expectations re-setting expectations It starts with you, taking the time to reflect and decide what is most important, what you can let go of and if a hard conversation needs to happen to set you up for success in the long run, make it happen. What you aren't changing, you are choosing, even if you're not the one initiating behaviors, patterns etc... I am challenging you to start having these difficult conversation now! Before the holiday's hit and you're in the thick of it, once again! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode, I'm diving into the whole house purge that I do semi annually! Check out some of the products I love for getting your home in working order: CLOSET ORGANIZATION- 6 SET OF DRAWERS CLEAR PANTRY ORGANIZATION SYSTEM ONYX PANTRY ORGANIZATION SYSTEM SANDY PANTRY ORGANIZATION SYSTEM FRIDGE STORAGE SYSTEM SINGLE TURNTABLE SINGLE ALL-PURPOSE BIN TOY ROOM/CRAFT ORGANIZATION SYSTEM BATHROOM ORGANIZATION SYSTEM To read the full length blog and find more shared experience around motherhood, entrepreneurship, relationships and wellness, check out my website, pursuewithfluency.com --------- Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are inspired by my blog, pursuewithfluency.com. Each week, I'll bring you a quickie to round out the full length episodes of the podcast. Sharing my tips, tricks and lessons learned, giving you the building blocks to live the life you deserve. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you and sharing my experiences in this crazy journey and would love to hear more about yours. Megs IG | It's a Lovely Time IG X's & O's, Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode of It's a lovely time we're talking about big decisions and family meetings. Creating & holding a space for your entire family to feel safe, seen and heard. Openly communicating and working through life's big and small decisions together. Starts with mom & dad, what are your core values and when your kids are old enough, bringing them into the decision making process. don't let fear keep you (or your kids) from discussing hard topics set expectations comes up out of the blue fear/ anxiety around trips or adventure revisit what it looks like calendar review --> sunday or any day that works for your family quitting or starting something new plugging in chores if it's not a hell yes or no college / schools moving to a new city create & hold a safe space it's okay to challenge but not shoot down and shame asking questions should be encouraged give constructive feedback We're breaking down Core values, how to pick them and help your children understand the why We want to hear about your list of core values and how your family came together to put in place their purpose or mission statement. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are inspired by my blog, pursuewithfluency.com. Each week, I'll being you a quickie to round out the full length episodes of the podcast. Sharing my tips, tricks and lessons learned, giving you the building blocks to live the life you deserve. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you. Megs --------- In today's episode, I'm talking about all of my favorite lululemon leggings and why it's a worth while investment! Just a few faves! Base Pace High-Rise Tight 28" Align High-Rise Pant 25" Swift Speed High-Rise Tight 28" Check out the blog to see the full look book, linked below! This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's world of self awareness and real bodies being a major focus and topic of conversation, it's baffling that we are still struggling to speak kindly to our bodies. The impact that it has not only on our own mental health but the implied impact to those around us without the acknowledgment of trauma is truly something we need to turn our focus towards. the way you speak to yourself matters stopping or all together avoiding the shame spiral holding ourselves accountable and forgiving when we're just plain human the way you speak about yourself out loud and who is listening ^ this impacts your daughters, co workers, friends, etc no body shaming rule for my team you don't get to comment on peoples body, and what people think of you is none of your business Today, we're getting vulnerable as Meg shares a glimpse into her background and disordered eating, just a reminder that just because it's not a traditional ED doesn't mean it's not there. Why seeking help & understanding rather than feeling shame is so important. What if... you chose to love your body & take care of it because it's your ONE body what if you decided to speak kindly to yourself even if you don't love where you're at in this exact moment and how could this not only change your life but the trajectory for the life of your children & future generations Let's talk about it. in our house we talk about food in colors and as energy source treating ourselves and finding balance without shame and indulgence why you should avoid band wagon dieting Today, we're challenging you to stop comparing & start sharing, hopeful to inspire women to talk about their journeys and find a way to connect with friends in a positive, uplifting way vs.attacking ourselves and finding ways to feed into negativity. I leave you with the most pivotal part of my journey, that allowed me to get out of a place of self deprivation & hating my body. My therapist asked me to look in the mirror & speak to myself as though i was speaking to my future daughter, out loud the way I would say to her how I felt about her body, with all of its flaws & imperfections, because as humans we have all of the above. Even though I didn't have any children yet, this changed everything. I would never, under any circumstances speak to my unborn (at that time) child in the way I had been speaking to myself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are inspired by my blog, pursuewithfluency.com. Each week, I'll being you a quickie to round out the full length episodes of the podcast. Sharing my tips, tricks and lessons learned, giving you the building blocks to live the life you deserve. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you. Megs This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here--> Beyond the barre --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode we're talking all things you learn and have access to at your fingertips, how to take what you need & leave what you don't in your business. It's easy to be busy but never move the needle. Let's dive right in. TAKE IT all the new things you learned things at that seminars so many ways to download free resources conventions hype and the buzz you feel educating yourself on what YOU need and avoid obsession around how someone else is running their business when you back into your business, TRY IT! make changes slowly take what you need leave what you don't how to identify what is actually going to move the needle before you go all in will you be increasing revenue or your feeling of productivity TRASH IT be willing to admit when it didn't work & move on quickly you don't have to explain yourself own it and move on trashing doesn't always mean you remove from plan if you are hesitating on this step, define why talk through with colleagues or peers let it go. no guilt if you need to BUT if it needs to stay, should it be delegated? If so, it's hard but you have to fully let go. AND how to identify/ take things back without causing damage to a working relationship (if necessary) can someone on your team do it or does it need to be outsourced As you start to delegate & train, don't forget to write it all out so it can be a repeatable process down the road. Invest time now for the long game. Tools meg uses & loves for streamlining her team and processes CRM- If there isn't one already built into your business, I've used & loved Monday.com Communication with your team- Slack Todoist Planoly- Social media planning/ management in house Flodesk- Email lead management Google drive It's a lovely time to take action on the ideas that spark your interest, don't be afraid to make changes. Evaluate the benefits to your business and make a plan to move forward. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Welcome to the bonus episode of Here's the Thing! Today, I'm sharing my word for 2022, what that means to me, the doubts/ lies I overcome and continue to practices that help, looking to the future and how to be where your feet while confidently planning for the future. As we start shifting into fall and a new season I am encouraging you to start now, stop waiting and set yourself up for the future you, that you want to be. Spoiler alert, my word for 2023 is radiant. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode, Meg and Michael sit down and talk about stealth expectations as referenced by Brene Brown in Atlas of the heart. How having systems and communication breakdowns in place help to keep us out of trouble when it comes to resentment and frustration. We are diving into our marriage journal question, sort of on accident and sharing vulnerably how we've grown and shifted to continually work on our marriage even when it was not easy. Our relationship is the number one priority in our home, aside from our relationship with God and the hard work is worth the amazing relationship we have today. Why stealth expectations used to start fights & unintentionally making Michael feel like i was upset The truth: Meg just wanted to get things done & needed help with the kids this advice can be applied to trips, holidays, days off, etc... When you intentionally communicate, you set the tone for the expectations of the day Our weekly touch base marriage check in - something that made you smile this week - 3 things grateful today - something that was difficult for you this week - any unspoken beef from prior week - is any thing i can send energy or good vibes to for the week ahead - what's one way i can be there without you having to ask this week Set yourself up for success, as a couple & a family, consider the following for special events, day trips, sunday chores or family vacas - what would each of you like to do/ accomplish - what are the non negotiables you'd like to do/ see/ experience And don't forget to check in- maybe things have changed Avoiding stealth expectations helps to avoid unspoken resentment friendly reminder: you always have the choice to rise to the occasion and your marriage can be as great as you hope for it to be, no matter where you come from or what your learned behaviors are. Identifying what's most important to you is a great place to start. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are a glimpse into my past as I took to instagram over the pandemic, which inspired my blog and eventually this podcast! Eventually in these episodes, we'll be talking about things in the present but for now, I look forward to introducing myself and getting to share my experience in the hope that it will have a positive impact on you. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you. Megs --------- In today's episode, I'm talking about my reading list, what i've read, what's coming next and would love to hear from you about the books you love! This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. Check out the blog to see all book recommendations! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

What if, instead of being bombarded, feeling overwhelmed, and taking in so much you don't retain what you want to, you chose what and when you want to take in information? In todays episode, I'm going to challenge you to do 3 things this week to get back to neutral. 1- Turn off all phone notifications. For every app. Yes- Even texts. 2- Set intentional time aside to check emails, texts, Slack, or dms. 3- Put your phone down, completely, for the night. Pick a time and walk away. This episode is also available as a blog post Alert Fatigue --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode, we're talking about staying in your lane when it comes to sleep schedule, when you wake up and how much sleep you get. No one should get an opinion on this topic as individuals have different circadian rhythms & Chronotypes that play a huge part in wake and productivity time. We're diving into bed time routines & sleep hygiene that will help you set yourself up for success, no matter what season of life you're in. Understanding and honoring your individual needs is imperative to being your most productive self, while avoiding the shame cycle we can get ourselves into. Here's the pre bed time bullet list- take what you need, leave what you don't understand the difference, rem vs. non why you should avoid blue lights approx. 2 hours before bed not possible? consider blue light blockers enjoy your dinner 2-2.5 hrs avoid caffeine & alcohol after 2:30 pm Try different light bulbs- Edison or yellow lamps/ dimmers night mode on phone led strip lights to orange/ campfire Bed time routine bullet list- take what you need, leave what you don't brush teeth wash face read stretch on your take form yoga mat meditate & breathe- check out these free resources identify a positive trigger to set you into bedtime routine mode (this is also great for your kids ) Check out this Ted Talk The ten-item wardrobe by Jennifer L. Scott LINKED HERE ffwd to 11:35 to hear the pajama reference :) Bedtime products we love Melaleuca products linked below require membership, check it out here Lavender spray feet/hand/ lotions/ oils Melaout magnesium sheets pillows your mattress - I can't recommend the entire Sleep number line enough!!! Fabletics pajamas Other helpful tips: find your perfect temperature setting & tidy your space to declutter and clear your mind before you rest Circadian rhythm and Chronotypes, tune in to learn more and check out the quiz here It's time to wake up tips water on bedside table- water first coffee can you wait 1.5-2 hrs? and why would you? This Owala water bottle is one you NEED :) no phone / screen in bed wake up alarm no snooze! finding your natural wake up time Wakeup products we love wake alarm from Hatch invigorating room spray from And end cap your great night of rest with a simple morning routine to get your day started on the right foot! wash face, brush teeth, contacts, water, coffee --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are a glimpse into my past as I took to instagram over the pandemic, which inspired my blog and eventually this podcast! Eventually in these episodes, we'll be talking about things in the present but for now, I look forward to introducing myself and getting to share my experience in the hope that it will have a positive impact on you. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you. Megs --------- In today's episode, I'm talking about this awesome challenge and I'd love to challenge you to step into this and share with me how you do! 35 day challenge app from flatirons church Cheers babes, This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In this episode, we're having some fun and talking about the behind the scenes of what makes us work. I'm asking my mom some questions about my childhood and how it felt to watch me become a mother, leave my corporate job and risk everything to buy my studio and so much more. We're just hanging out having a lovely time catching up without talking over babies. Having and maintaining a relationship with our parents as adults can be very challenging for some for others it comes naturally but no matter where you are you are worthy of feeling loved. As we get older, we don't "need" our parents to raise us or be in our lives, but how wonderful is it when they can be. Especially when you start to grow your family. Tune in and get to know a little bit more about where I've come from. I look forward to unpacking my journey more throughout the podcast, we're just getting started. A friendly reminder that every one has a story and things aren't always as easy as they look. "Have compassion for everyone you meet, even if they don't want it. What seems conceit, bad manners or cynicism is always a sign of things no ears have heard, no eyes have seen. You do not know what wars are going on down there where the spirit meets the bone." My mom came for a visit this summer, as she usually does this time of year. This time, no babies were being born just lots of fun with the toddlers running our house. We've gone on lots of adventures, from a trip up to Estes Park to ride the Gondola, to the City Park pool in Fort Collins, to just drinking bevvy's on the back patio watching lightning and enjoying each one another's company. My mom and I have been best friends since I was a little girl, we were all we had for a while there and we'll both be the first to tell you maintaining our relationship has not always been easy. There has been a lot of growth, grace, prayers, patience, impatience, growing pains and misunderstandings. But we choose to intentionally connect and have a relationship that goes deep and faces things head on. We're still working through life as we grow but every day we connect even if we're in different states. XO Megs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are a glimpse into my past as I took to instagram over the pandemic, which inspired my blog and eventually this podcast! Eventually in these episodes, we'll be talking about things in the present but for now, I look forward to introducing myself and getting to share my experience in the hope that it will have a positive impact on you. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you. Megs --------- In today's episode, I'm talking about why you should start today. Follow your heart follow your dreams. You are worthy. A few essentials for studio life aka living out the life of my dreams as a business owner who gets to wear lululemon everyday :) Swiftly Tech Long Sleeve Shirt 2.0 Align Tank Top Perfectly Oversized Cropped Crew This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

So, you got a nasty email, review, text or bit of feedback... first breathe ask yourself: do I need some space from this? do I need to write out your response, get it ALL out the anger & emotion if you aren't sure, your sign is if you keep feeling this bubble over try to process with your people to get it out would it be better to sleep on this? if you're asking, the answer is yes first, identify heart of the "issue" respond with a clear & kind solution feel yourself getting snarky? hit the pause button backspace, start again What will people think? remember, if a sound person is reading this review they will see through the fog focus on what you can control Avoid apologizing, unless it's truly necessary Offer a solution, even if it's not within your business --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are a glimpse into my past as I took to instagram over the pandemic, which inspired my blog and eventually this podcast! Eventually in these episodes, we'll be talking about things in the present but for now, I look forward to introducing myself and getting to share my experience in the hope that it will have a positive impact on you. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you. Megs --------- In today's episode, I'm talking about one of our first trips with all 3 kids and thankfully, our nanny in tow. A few travel essentials linked below! COOLIFE Luggage Packing Cubes UPPAbaby® Stroller + slumberkins mifold booster carseat adapter California Beach Co pop up tent (MUST HAVE) Travel Credit Card This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Travel lookbook- check out on megs blog So you're traveling with your kids questions to ask yourself: who are you visiting what will they have there? what can you order/send there? groceries etc what to bring & what to buy start the list the week of, as you go through your daily routines, in the kitchen/central location what can you absolutely NOT get once you're there? permission to stress about those items and those ONLY What goes on the plane... everything else goes under mess free coloring books snacks snacks snacks/ bribes :) pack of wipes pacifier clips (for pacis and toys, like teething toys) 3 diapers per child, one change of clothes per child iPad (don't be above it) charged and downloaded and iPad case with stand THIS lululemon backpack is my fave with all sorts of pockets for organization **TIP for packing- both parents / adults bags has one of each thing for every human** We are also talking about: who to bring? and why megs fam refused to travel out numbered until now packing strategy and packing cubes best time to travel they probably won't nap, even if it's nap time, don't believe anyone who tells you differently don't worry about other people, what do you know about your family & kids the mifold booster don't work, when you look back on the grand scheme of your life, you'll be glad you took this time to just be --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are a glimpse into my past as I took to instagram over the pandemic, which inspired my blog and eventually this podcast! Eventually in these episodes, we'll be talking about things in the present but for now, I look forward to introducing myself and getting to share my experience in the hope that it will have a positive impact on you. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you. Megs --------- In today's episode, I'm talking about twin essentials, I've linked a few below that I mentioned but check out the full blog to grab links to all of the goodies. HALO® Bassinest® Premiere Series Swivel Sleeper in Pebble Boon JEWL Stage 1 Pacifiers Pacific Baby Carrier Cheers babes,This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode we're talking all things wellness meditation, journaling & manifestation Products mentioned in the episode below: Megs fave products my absolute favorite blanket to curl up in (from target of course) mala necklace from a friend or local craftsman lavender room spray Outdoor patio egg chair Notebook or any notebook you love Jess' fave products Air pod pros salt lamp yoga mat ubrands gel pens Episode highlights Commit to your daily practice decide when does this work best for you remember to be fluid its a practice start with just 1 minute a day-->https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/blog/routinepath The Lazy Genius way Create a space for you time candles pillows blankets mala necklaces essential oils/ sprays *if you can't be in this space how can you put yourself IN this place, with an essential oil etc... guided meditation recommendations Gabby Bernstein (megs fave) Insight timer (app Jess loves) Manifesting, what is it and how do you do it? Megs shares her manifesting story of abundance and well, twins! friendly reminder: you're manifesting whether you're doing it on purpose or not Challenge: try it-->Think about one obscure or abstract thing, write it down every morning, be specific, yellow T-rex, watch it begin to manifest & show up in random places, share current manifestations & assume the sale It's not magic, if and when you don't receive it, it's because the universe has something better in mind Mantras are a great and easy routine to add to your busy schedule for you and for your kids --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Hello lovely, Meg here, I'm glad you stopped by to listen in! These bonus episodes of "here's the thing" are a glimpse into my past as I took to instagram over the pandemic, which inspired my blog and eventually this podcast! Eventually in these episodes, we'll be talking about things in the present but for now, I look forward to introducing myself and getting to share my experience in the hope that it will have a positive impact on you. Please always feel free to DM me on IG! I look forward to growing with you. Megs In today's episode, I am getting vulnerable and sharing some raw experiences of loss and growth in stillness, we truly do receive. I've linked a few items from today's show below: Brené Brown- the assumption of positive intent from Atlas of the Heart Be Where Your Feet Are - by Scott O'Neil Aqua Notes Water Proof Note Pad In our next full length episode, Jess and I will be diving into meditation, manifestation and mantras. Our daily practices, tips and tricks we wanted to share with you to come along side you in your wellness journey, wherever you are. Cheers babes, This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In today's episode, we're talking about running your business, the mountainside rollercoaster that it's guaranteed to be. Tips for focusing your energy in the right places, preparing for the lows during the high times, and not getting too low when the lows inevitably hit. You'll learn some of our tips to stay organized with to-do lists, stay or get out of the weeds & creating systems that work for you. finding a cadence to avoid spinning out putting one foot in front of the other rollercoaster focusing on metrics that matter things only you can do & identifying how to delegate not getting lost in the weeds how to pull yourself out of the weeds lists how to reset and ground yourself nonnegotiable's and list-making not doing all of the things not on the list finding what works for you overwhelm do you go into hyperdrive productivity (overloaded) or do you (shut down) & veg out NetFlix Benge when to outsource Products & Service's mentioned in the episode link below! Do Less- Kate northrup Planners Jess' fave- Simplified Planner- Emily Ley Megs fave- Erin Condren Amazing digital todo list organization tool todo-ist Stay tuned for our next episode about getting back to your grounded place or how to find your starting point, we'll be talking about all things meditation, manifestation and mantras & we're just getting started. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

This episode was influenced by a blog pursuewithfluency.com. Read the full blog and get more information here. Check out the Wonderweeks App to follow along with your growing baby and their brain leaps, affecting behaviors and understanding of how they are seeing & experiencing the world. You'll find some of my favorite sleep essentials below & a full shop can be found on the blog! With every bit of baby & sleep advice, take it all with a grain of salt, a deep breath, and give yourself and your babe grace. 12 Hours Sleep by 12 Weeks - sleep training book HALO Swivel bassinet (amazing for newborns in your room during night feeds) Dockatot (one of our most worthwhile investments) Sleep sack (softest, coziest we found) Owlet dream sock Owlet dream sock with camera Slumberkins (all of our kids love these and have carried them since the day they were old enough to care, pro tip: buy two) THE best stretch swaddle (beginner or novice swaddlers, I LOVE these!) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Today's episode is near and dear to me, as I got the chance to sit down with my adoring husband, Michael, and talk about our relationship, our intentional practices, what makes our relationship work and ask some fun questions about what makes him who he is. In this episode we're chatting about how & when we met where we've been, married with 3 children in 4 years where we're going Michael's goal, to be happy Daily and weekly practices that help keep us connected & grounded gratitude in the morning marriage journal on Sundays love letters love languages, and understanding one another Intentional planning and continuing to date one another date nights overnights time with kids 1:1 Knowing your zone of genius and setting yourself up for success by communicating housework bills calendars It's a lovely time to love on your loved ones, take the time to pour into the relationships that matter & be happy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Meg here! My husband Michael and I have a special episode coming out this Sunday in honor of Father's Day!! And this special treat was recorded on date night as a little precursor for what's to come. We were sipping margs on a patio so bear with us and the sound quality, nonetheless, we hope you enjoy! XO M & M --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In this episode, we're diving head first into family planning, calendars, planning, and the dreaded (for some) spreadsheets, oh my! As you dive in, remember that it's essential to keep things simple and find the processes that work for you. As always, take what you need, leave what you don't. Don't miss out on the linked content towards the bottom of the notes. There is some serious gold to help you get on track. Highlights- First, identify who you're planning for Who needs to be involved in the process? Set up calendars for each individual, your hubby & kids, nanny, etc Link calendars to talk from one main account Share with applicable humans Delegate responsibility→ nanny schedule changes Family & Nanny calendar/ schedule (by quarter) Organize weekly schedule for nannies Plug in requested date nights & overnights Template for your nanny, babysitter, family, or friends, guideline or a run sheet for everything anyone would need to know about your kids, their needs, schedules, etc. Other random life hacks work for us. Hampers for clean or dirty clothes Individual dirty hampers for each family member or type of clothing Each person in the family gets a towel color Books & products we talked about & love Do Less- Kate Northrup The Lazy Genius Way- Kendra Adachi The Joy of Missing Out- Tanya Dalton Aqua notes for those Ah-ha! shower moments and sweet love notes if you're into that FREE DOWNLOAD You'll need the password below to download the PDF for your guide to setting up & integrating google calendars, family schedule templates & your "run sheet" + kid schedule. It's a lovely time to organize your family calendar PASSWORD: lovelytime22 Takeaways There are so many books & resources available to us, almost too many. Take a deep breath, and start identifying what works for you by trying different strategies. Feeling the self-help book, podcast, information overload? Just read one, implement one thing at a time to see how the cause & effect. If you change too much at one time you don't really know what you like or don't and it becomes overwhelming. Above all else, don't forget to ask for help. You are human, and there is no need for perfection. Stop apologizing; you are loved. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com. Check out the blog and learn more here. Start your day by telling each other three things you're grateful for Text one another just because to say hello & check-in Make sure you kiss one another FIRST when you walk in the door each night! Check-in each week, whether it's a promoted journal or just setting time aside Check-in monthly on your fiscal and sexual relational health Review your calendar for the week ahead to plug in time for workouts & other high-priority time blocks to ensure there is no frustration or unintentional resentment built up. Who is doing pick up and drop off? What events do you or your spouse have? Where do your kids need to be, and when, and who gets them there? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

NOT everything in life has a major takeaway, to-do lists attached or SOP's to follow. Sometimes you just sit down with your girlfriends and reel about life, from current events in your own lives to nationwide hot topics. What to expect: These episodes will be completely random, starting with the topic of a random REEL we spin through our feeds and find. After we have some fun making said REEL, we're going to sit down, sip our coffee, water, or rosé, depending on the day, and just reel about life and see where it takes us. What not to expect: Major life lessons and tangible takeaways, while we can't promise you will take anything valuable with you, I guess you never know. We dare you to share this episode with one of your girlfriends you haven't talked to in a while, or maybe even an acquaintance you'd like to become friends with. Let these random topics guide your conversations and connect on the phone or in real life. XO Meg & Jess --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

In this episode of It's a lovely time, we're talking about wellness, specifically, the holistic health benefits of drinking water, from better skin to improved sleep quality. Main takeaways Water is essential, to what and why Stay hydrated helps to improve many areas of your life Your body is a high-performance vehicle; think about Lambo, the fuel you put in your body matters Water detox can be a great way to reset, especially if you're actively trying to lose weight Weight loss (fill in fat cells) drink, at minimum, half your body weight in oz each day *If trying to lose weight, one oz per lb Hungry? have a glass of water first Start your day with water Find ways to make it fun Identify what type of water you enjoy Cold or room temp? Do you need to put something in it? Identify what type of water bottle you prefer, straw, stainless, or glass... we could go on The transition from coffee to wine Add in an electrolyte every day Never leave without a water bottle– colorado vs. other states Your food cravings and what they mean- click to save our quick & easy interest craving guide Don't be afraid to explore veggies, and for the love of goodness, nothing canned, unless it's green bean casserole Try different ways of preparing & seasoning healthy foods & veggies! roast, dehydrate, saute or grill low sodium seasonings KALE, it's not just pretty at pizza huts, salad bars Water bottles we love hydro flask 20z hydro flask, big boy lululemon- stay hot, keep cold 19 oz lululemon hot-cold bottle 17 oz (Megs Fave) lululemon back to life 24 oz Rehydration 25 oz Stanley tumbler 40z w/ straw (Jess' Fave) Stanley tumbler 20 oz w/ straw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. Local to the Fort Collins area? Join me for a free class at our studio! Snag your free class credit HERE with promocode: MEG (all caps) and then sign up in the app using your credit. I'd love to see you but if you're not local to my area, check out our website to find a pure barre studio near you. All intro "Foundations" classes are free and I guarantee you're going to love the community, burn, shake and strength. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Today's episode is about entrepreneurship, specifically, leadership and how to set your team up for success regarding expectations, boundaries, and growth. When you communicate, you are likely to have a positive outcome in any situation, even when the conversation is challenging and not all sunshine and rainbows. Highlight - Setting them up for success with your expectations - there's a lot to be learned about leading a team from being a mom and vice versa - why you shouldn't try to fix problems and “Paint the room,” ask questions & empower your team with choices - Provide a clear line of communication and highlight the "chain of command." - Identifying when to let someone go and how that's doing them a favor - How to help an employee get to that decision on their own “is this filling your cup” vs. firing them - How to communicate kindly to ensure you don't lose an employee when you need to have hard conversations - why you shouldn't be giving a compliment sandwich - a brief touch on time management and time blocking to make sure you make time to create and share your roadmap - authentic leadership, no matter what happens, it's all on you Books we talk about ( I didn't mention all of these by name, but all incredible Brene Brown books to dive into) Dare to lead Rising Strong Atlas of the heart Daring Greatly The Gifts of Imperfection Services we love that are mentioned in this episode Slack- team communication Todoist- team todos, task assignment and organization GUSTO - payroll, employee handbooks & more Ultimately you can serve up tough love, but to ensure you're not setting yourself up for disappointment while setting your team up for failure it's important to nurture your leadership skills. By providing clear expectations and making communication a priority you can build a successful team or even turn one around. It takes a lot of self-reflection and honesty, so buckle up because it's a wild and worthwhile ride. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. Here are some of my favorite Lululemon items! Side-Cinch Shopper Bag 18L Ribbed Longline Yoga Bra Swift Speed High-Rise Tight 25" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Welcome to It's a lovely time. We will be sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly of our experiences in all areas of life each week, intertwining our shared experiences through motherhood, entrepreneurship, relationships, and wellness. We will do our best to stay on topic but make no promises. And as you'll find out, most of these areas don't stay in their lane so the topics will weave together each week. We're so glad you're here. In today's episode, we're talking about what brought us together, how to find genuine & authentic friendships, and cultivate the community you desire. You'll learn more about our friendship and how we feel about some of the tough topics to talk about Intentionality Boundaries Identify what you want it to look like and what we think it “should look like.” Honesty Vulnerability The depth and actively being a part of one another's lives Be mindful of your energy and where you're pouring it; having surface-level relationships is necessary & okay, but be conscious of how you protect your time & space. You might have a big circle but choose a close few to do life with. And remember, if you want genuine friendships, you have to be willing to put yourself out there. Some people have lifelong friends, but does that mean they are "good" friends for them? Also, you can and will get hurt; it's not always sunshine and butterflies. Finally, the duration of friendship does not determine the purpose for sharing and being mindful of oversharing/ not boastful but loving and growing. Do you feel yourself spiraling out? Check-in, where do you need to shift your energy? Takeaways & actionable steps: Write out your goals, and maybe journal about what you want in your friendships. Keep it simple. Are your expectations realistic and honest with where you are and what you have and want to give? Ask yourself, who are you interacting with each week? Is there a woman you see at practice or school pick up you might want to befriend? Do you see a group meeting that you want to participate in? Put yourself out there and her to coffee or ask for an invite to book club. It all comes down to being intentional and willing to have honest conversations about what you want & expect. BOOKS we talked about in this episode: Get Out of Your Head Find Your People --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

This episode of here's the thing was inspired by a blog from pursuewithfluency.com check out the blog and learn more here. A few essentials I never leave the house without The Hot/Cold Bottle 17oz Glow On Hair Ties 3 Pack Ello 16oz Ceramic Aspen Travel Mug --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message

Welcome to It's a lovely time. We will be sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly of our experiences in all areas of life each week, intertwining our shared experiences through motherhood, entrepreneurship, relationships, and wellness. We will do our best to stay on topic but make no promises. And as you'll find out, most of these areas don't stay in their lane, so the topics will weave together each week. We're so glad you're here. Jess is a holistic wellness expert specializing in helping women lean into their bio-individuality, digging deep to find the areas of our lives that need attention, and creating specialized programs to reach their health and wellness goals. As the owner of a Pure Barre studio, Meg's mission is to empower people to connect through the joy of movement, cultivating resilience, acceptance, and community. She is passionate about body positivity, women supporting women, and growing a community of like-minded women who support and encourage one another. It's a lovely time to talk about all things wellness and a high level of what you can expect from our wellness episodes moving forward; reminder, it's so is more than food & exercise. Nontoxic products Movement Sleep Stress management Eating real food Bio individuality Therapy Shame Selfcare Meditation Finances / Budgeting --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-a-lovely-time/message