Week 1 is history, and here's how it went down, folks. The goal: to create a schedule of daily "mini goals" to complete (based on the three SUPER GOALS outlined in the previous blog post) for each day of the week and to stick to that schedule. The outcome: Let's just say that the schedule … Continue reading The 12-Week Year Challenge: Week 1 – Reality Sets In
Category: Goal-Setting Processes and Tips
The 12-Week Year Challenge: Super Goals
There is so much that I want to accomplish. Truly. But, I'm getting better about being realistic and understanding my limitations as a mere mortal. Believe me when I say . . . I have no superhuman/hero complex whatsoever. So, the three SUPER GOALS that I'm tackling during this 12-week year are doable . . … Continue reading The 12-Week Year Challenge: Super Goals
Conquering the Academic Schedule
Every new school year, the battle of the academic schedule begins. For me, anyway. I always come to this time of the year with great expectations of getting my stuff together, so I can be as fruitful in my efforts as I dream of being. But, it's somewhat of a struggle -- EVERYTIME. And, this … Continue reading Conquering the Academic Schedule
10 Teachable Moments from the 2026 Winter Olympics
My apologies for missing our visit together last week. I was definitely in the throes of planning and organizing the rest of the month of February for my "Comeback Year." I'm learning how important it is to get laser-focused when it comes to pursuing goals. And, I must say that I haven't been … Continue reading 10 Teachable Moments from the 2026 Winter Olympics
“Reset” Day Results
Boy, my reset week went by way too fast. But, I made some great progress and have some things figured out. For the current 12-week period, I'm looking to make some notable movement toward five major areas of business focus. The five areas of focus for my Degrees of Maternity business goals are as follows: … Continue reading “Reset” Day Results
“RESET” Day
We're just barely into 2026, and I already need a "Reset" Day. Actually, I might as well come clean and say I need some days (plural) to reset. And when I say reset, I'm referring to simply getting myself organized for, focused on, and moving toward the goals I've set for myself . . . … Continue reading “RESET” Day
A Different Spin on Consistency
I'm Baaaaacckk! Well, I was never really gone. It just looked like I was MIA over here at my blog home. But, believe me when I say that I've been representing Degrees of Maternity around these here online waves. And, it's so ironic that the next to the last blog post on this site is … Continue reading A Different Spin on Consistency
What’s Up With the Attitude?
Well, I would have to answer that question with . . . "a person's outlook" is what's up↑. Especially, if that outlook is backed up with a positive attitude. And, wouldn't you know that a person's outlook driven by a positive attitude directly affects a highly sought-after outcome? Simple as that. I could probably just … Continue reading What’s Up With the Attitude?
Consistent Work in Your Success Story
There's absolutely no way around it. You're going to have to work to make your dreams of success come true. And, I've never really understood those who try to succeed in achieving their goals without having somewhat of a work ethic behind the whole goal-achievement process. I mean . . . "money doesn't grow on … Continue reading Consistent Work in Your Success Story
My Motivational Themes of the Year
Consistent Work Positive Attitude Balance Simplifying Things Discipline These are the themes I keep coming back to over and over again to help keep the momentum going for "GETTING THINGS DONE." They are "success" themes. You can call them those simple reminders (in one or two words) that keep you grounded and focused on the … Continue reading My Motivational Themes of the Year








