by thetendingyear | Nov 27, 2018 | Addiction & Recovery, Habit formation, Technology, Time Management, Workaholism
I’ve been busy on Instagram: I posted a short get-to-know-me via leopard print and my self-care tips were featured on the Self-Care in Grad School page. I’ve been allocating some of my podcast minutes to learn how other creatives and coaches are using Instagram to...
by thetendingyear | Nov 20, 2018 | Habit formation, Mindfulness, Productivity, Project Management, Time Management, Workaholism
I had a little breakdown last week. I knew it was coming because I kept thinking, Is this the day where I finally cry in public? My go-to breakdown moves are crying in public or leaving work early because I am worried I will break down before I can make it to my car....
by thetendingyear | Nov 13, 2018 | Productivity, Project Management, Technology, Time Management, Workaholism, Writing
Two topics I return to over and over in The Tending Year are self development and productivity. Although on the surface they may seem disconnected, they blend together to help me to find balance in my busy life as a graduate student and blogger who works three jobs...
by thetendingyear | Oct 30, 2018 | Habit formation, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Slow Living, Workaholism
Before I realized that my willingness to overcommit myself was clogging my system and draining my emotional/mental/physical resources, I took a lot of pride in the bursting capacity of my to do list. With that pride came lots of negative self talk, crankiness, and a...
by thetendingyear | Oct 16, 2018 | Dissertation, Graduate School, Habit formation, Mental Health, Project Management, Slow Living, Time Management, Workaholism, Writing
Do you ever try to start your creative engine and feel like you are met with the mental equivalent of sputters, grinding gears, and high pitched screeching? Do you ever begin a project eagerly, only to find yourself saying “there is no way I’ll ever be able to...
by thetendingyear | Sep 4, 2018 | Productivity, Project Management, Time Management, Workaholism
I learned a new productivity method last week that upped my efficiency, time management, and left me feeling positive and relaxed. I know it’s hard to imagine that a simple productivity tool could pack such a big punch, but the Must-Do Method really is that good. What...
