Just Miss C

I've always been a planner. Not a perfect one, mind you, but the kind who finds comfort in little lists and fresh starts. There's something about turning the calendar page that fills me with a mix of hope and possibility. As March ends and April begins, we get one of those lovely reset moments—a fresh quarter for a fresh start. I worry a lot. Always have. About big things—climate change, democracy, whether my retirement savings will outlast me—and little things—is that pain in my shoulder something serious or did I just sleep funny? What color should I paint the bedroom? But worrying, as Mary Oliver so beautifully reminds us, comes to nothing. Finally, we must take our old bodies out into the morning, and sing. Or in my case, take action. The best antidote to sitting in stunned paralysis, worries churning wildly through your panicked skull while your body is immobile, is to take action. Not frantic, reactive action, but intentional movement in a direction that matters to you.

# Finding Your 'Why': How to Stay Motivated When Habits Get Hard Ever started a new habit with excitement only to feel your motivation fade a few weeks in? You're not alone. When the newness wears off and reality sets in, that's when knowing your deeper "why" becomes essential. This post explores how connecting to your true purpose can help you push through the difficult middle phase of habit formation. We'll cover why motivation naturally dips (it's not your fault!), how to discover your authentic reasons for change, and practical ways to keep your purpose visible when temptation strikes. Learn how celebrating small wins creates momentum and how to gently reconnect with your motivation when you inevitably drift off course. Whether you're struggling with fitness goals, learning a new skill, or building any meaningful habit, finding your "why" might be the missing piece that transforms temporary changes into lasting transformation.