Wow, this week certainly did fly by fast, right?! This week, for me has been pretty productive. I have had my high energy days and some not so much. I am on Day 8 of my new diet, The Ketogenic Diet and some days I'm running around with so much energy and some days I am exhausted from the detox. I have lost 8 lbs so far on this diet! I'm hoping to get to my goal weight within the next week and I plan on rewarding myself with some retail therapy!
I have also noticed that my allergies are much better and I haven't had issues with anxiety or depression since I have been on the diet, so that is a huge improvement. I have been so excited about it that I have been telling all of my family about it and how much this way of eating, has helped me. Also, I post free books weekly on my Book Club- The Book Clique and I posted a couple of free downloads for the Ketogenic diet if you are interested! Make sure you follow so that you get access to free kindle books every week!
The one thing that has really helped me get through this week is the BulletProof Coffee that I told you guys about last week- that stuff is amazing! When I'm feeling tired, it really gives me so much energy to get the things that I need to get done. I have really been taking advantage of my high energy days and getting quite a few things knocked out.
Business Updates:
>> Applied for a few affiliate programs to help monetize my blog
>> Updated my Blog Media Kit
>> Emailed some companies about collaborations
>> Emailed over 35 free copies of my VA eBook in exchange for Amazon Reviews (I also sold several copies in the last week- woohoo!!)
>> Pitched an article to HARO. The source was from the Huffington Post, so I'm hoping that it gets published!
>> Updated my business website
>> Emailed several readers for new reviews on my Facebook for my VA eBook
>> Lowered my VA eBook price from $9.99 to $7.99 so that I can reach more people. I know that it's worth so much more, but I'm more interested in helping others achieve their dreams of working from home, like I have!
House Updates:
>> Touched up Paint in a couple of rooms
>> Repaired a DIY piece that the hubby and I made together. I plan on hanging it this weekend!
>> Hubby did some caulking on the interior trim to get it ready for me to paint
>> Re-arranged the deck
Personal:
>> Made Hair appointment for next week
>> Actually took some downtime and had a spa day at home. I need to do that more often!
>> Made Dentist appointment for next week
>> Daily- listen to sermons, exercise via speed-walking/water aerobics
>> I finally bit the bullet & joined SnapChat! You can follow me @malpollard The hubby and I have been having so much fun with it!!
>> Also helped my Mom in the past 2 months do some de-cluttering and cleaning. She is always so giving and helping everyone else so it was nice to help her for once.
>> My brother's house burned down a couple of months ago so my hubby went to help with my other brothers to re-build their pool house. They worked for almost 13 hours straight and was able to get it fully framed! So excited for them after going through such a tragedy.
And as always, my regular domestic duties around the house- dishes, laundry, cleaning and cooking. Right now, I have to do everything all on my own, but one day I plan on hiring a housekeeper. I think for going through a week of detox, this is not a bad list of accomplishments. Just think of all that I could accomplish after getting over this detox period! I can't wait to see how much better I feel once I get through this period.
Let me know if this post helps you or inspires you so that I can do more posts like these. I always want to share my tips so I can help you feel your very best & have the best life possible! For me, life is about giving back & when you find something amazing- share it with the world and help others.
I'll be back soon with more fun updates! Happy early Friday!
xoxo, M
thanks for sharing! I myself thrive on daily to do lists, but you seem to keep on yours more than i do! definitely inspired more now to write every detail down and try to stick to it more! Thanks, xx Bee style-island.com
ReplyDeleteBlake, thank you! I live by my to-do list, it helps keep me organized and my sanity !: xo, M
DeleteYou have accomplished a lot this week! Congrats and good luck on your applications for the affiliate programs.
ReplyDeleteAmanda, thanks so much! So happy that you stopped by :) xo, M
DeleteGreat post - love your productivity! I find a LCHF/Paleo-style diet really works for my mood stabilization and feeling more alert and productive. Great to find you on blog-to-biz!
ReplyDeleteHi Leslie-Anne! So happy that you stopped by from Blog to Biz! It's great meeting fellow entrepreneurs :) I have to completely agree with you, my energy and focus is insane now! :) xo, M
DeleteIt is glad to read this list of achievements for the past week.With such lists and monitoring frequently,it is easy to achieve goals easily.Thanks for sharing your success with us too...
ReplyDeleteWow...you did so much that I feel like I should have done more...LOL! Congrats on being so productive and being able to get so much done!
ReplyDeleteLisa, thank you! LOL For some reason, I think I ALWAYS have to be doing something! Thanks for stopping by! xo, M
DeleteWow... sounds like you were non-stop... it is amazing how some weeks can soooo productive. Congratulations and keep the good work!
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Yes, I was definitely non-stop! I am like that most days- I love to stay busy! Thanks for stopping by :) xo, M
DeleteWow you accomplished a ton this week!
ReplyDeleteHi Heather! Thanks so much :) xo, M
DeleteI love reading all of your accomplishments! Taking care of myself always falls low on my totem pole. I need to do things like make a hair appointment! Oh, and I really want to try bulletproof coffee!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the e-Book. I'm trying to get my mom to look into VA work. I think I'll send her a copy of the book!
Hi Hannah! Thanks so much! I think we all do that, especially when we put family first- it's hard to make time, but I think it's really important :) You should definitely try Bulletproof coffee- it's amazing!
DeleteThank you; it would definitely be a great book for your Mom to get started in the VA business. It has everything that she needs to get started :) xo, M