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15 Motivational Quotes To Get You Through The Day

April 12, 2019 itsamandaburnett 15 Comments

Whenever I’m having a really rough day or I’m feeling extremely uninspired, I turn to motivational quotes. There’s something about reading them that really sparks something in me to get up and continue on. Over the years, I’ve found some quotes that I absolutely love and I feel like these can shine a little bit of light on any gloomy day.

I know what it’s like to have such a bad day and not know how to get that spark of motivation back. It can seem to suck the life out of you. By sharing these quotes, I hope to help anybody who is having a hard day to get that spark back. So if you’re searching for a little bit of motivation for yourself or you’re just interested in reading these quotes, then here are 15 motivational quotes to get you through your day!

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Quotes

“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt
“The way to get started is to stop talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney
“The people who are crazy enough to think they change the world, are the ones who do.” – Steve Jobs
“A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.” – Albert Einstein
“Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” – George Addair
“Life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it.” – Charles Swindoll
“When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.” – Henry Ford
“It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up.” – Vince Lombardi
“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” – Jim Ryun
“You might have to fight a battle more than once to win it.” – Margaret Thatcher
“All progress takes place outside the comfort zone.” – Michael John Bobak
“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
“The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.” – Winston Churchill
“If you are working on something that you really care about, you don’t have to be pushed. The vision pulls you.” – Steve Jobs
“Challenges are what makes life interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.” – Joshua J. Marine

Did any of these quotes inspire you? If I had to choose one quote that really stands out to me right now, it would be #11 because I have the hardest time stepping out of my comfort zone. It’s scary but I also know that I don’t accomplish much if I stay in my little safe bubble. If you have a favorite quote that’s not on my list and you’d like to share then please do. 🙂

Thank you so much for reading!

Xoxo,

Amanda Burnett

8 Morning Habits To Have A Successful Day

April 11, 2019 itsamandaburnett 3 Comments

Are you a morning person? I never used to be. I used to dread mornings. I always wondered how one could possibly be a morning person. I started practicing these 8 habits that I’m about to share with you, and now mornings aren’t so bad. In fact, I actually enjoy them. What we do in the mornings can have a powerful impact on how the rest of our day goes. So if you’re not a morning person, keep reading!

Get Enough Sleep / Create a Sleep Schedule

Okay, I know this is the most common tip everybody gives everybody but sleep truly is crucial. When I didn’t have a job, I got used to falling asleep around 1 am and then sleeping until 10 am. Once I had a job, my body got so used to falling asleep around 1 am when I had to be up at 5 am. See the problem? I had to retrain myself and my body to get ready for bed around 9 pm but before that was successful, I was a miserable zombie! It’s so important to create a sleep schedule that works for you that also has you getting at least 6 hours of sleep a night. There’s a big difference in how I feel when I get 4 hours of sleep vs a full 6 to 8 hours!

Open The Curtains / Windows

When I first get out of bed, I like to open my curtains to let the sunshine in. Sun is scientifically proven to boost our mood so if the sun’s out, curtains are open! If it’s a nice spring morning, I will even go open my sliding door to get some fresh air circulating! Something about having the sun beam through the window and feeling the crisp fresh air is so refreshing. It’s a great way to start your morning right away.

Coffee (Or Tea) Time!

I don’t know about you but a nice cup of coffee is what truly gets me ready to take on the world in the mornings. It’s the thought of coffee that actually gets me out of bed. It’s ridiculous, I know. If you’re not a coffee person, brew a cup of tea! Green tea and honey is a good option to drink in the morning. Green tea has a little bit of caffeine too.

A Nutritional Breakfast

I am not much of a breakfast person but I’ve been trying to get in the habit of making myself some toast and eggs in the morning. If I’m not in the mood to cook, I just grab a simple granola bar. Getting something in your system in the morning is important and will actually give you enough energy to keep going throughout your day instead of burning out quickly.

Plan Out Your Day

Every morning, I love sitting down with my cup of coffee and grabbing my planner to write down everything I want to accomplish that day. Even if it’s one thing as simple as “Clean the apartment.” Especially on days when I don’t work, I find it motivating to have things to get done during the day. I’ll be honest, this step is crucial for me because if I don’t plan out my day, I will end up on my couch watching Netflix. This definitely adds some structure to my day.

Music

Listening to music creates the mood for me every morning. If you like to have calm mornings, maybe you’d settle for some chill and calming music. For me, I often love listening to upbeat motivating music and dancing around my living room. Yes, I’m that type of morning person. Something about it makes me feel like I can conquer the world, or at least the day!

Stretch / Light Exercise

Another thing I love doing in the morning is doing some stretches. Preferably with that fresh air coming in through the screen door! Coffee is great for waking your mind up and giving you energy but stretching and doing some light exercise helps wake up your body and gets it ready for the day. It also feels really good and when you feel good, you’re more likely to have a good day.

Get Dressed / Ready

If you have plans for the day, this step should already be happening but if your plans are to just stay home for the day, you should still get dressed and ready. It’s nice to have a lazy pajama day every once in awhile but if you’re trying to get stuff done, getting dressed will get you in the right headspace. Get dressed, brush your hair, put on a little bit of makeup if you want and conquer your day!

Those are the 8 morning habits you should practice to have a great and successful day! Remember that mornings don’t have to be your enemy and it is possible to become a morning person. Let me know if you practice these habits already or are willing to!

Xoxo,

Amanda Burnett

Would I Choose Not To Be Disabled?

April 10, 2019 itsamandaburnett 2 Comments

The Question

When people ask me about my disability, the questions vary. A couple of easy to answer questions that I get all of the time are, “What’s the name of your disability?” or “Is it painful?” Then there are harder questions that I don’t know how to answer right away. Can you imagine being asked, “If you were given a choice, would you choose not to be disabled?” when you’re just trying to hang out with some friends? I don’t even mind when people come up to me when they are curious about my disability and I’m usually very willing to talk to people about it but when I was asked this certain question, I had to walk away because how am I supposed to answer that? Why would you even ask that? Then I thought…wait, would I?

I shouldn’t have let this question run through my mind for so long. I should have just ignored it and never thought about it again. This question was really frustrating for me at first because the reality is, I know that I will never wake up one day and not have my disability. Nobody can wave a magic wand for me. It just doesn’t work like that. But theoretically, if I was given the chance to wake up one day and not have my disability, I honestly don’t think I would.

My Answer

Would it be 100% easier without my disability? Absolutely. There are countless things that would make life a little bit less difficult but I’ve never been one to take the easy way out anyway. People have told me that I’m strong and I completely believe that I’m so strong because of my disability. I have struggled with various things in life but I fight hard to overcome each obstacle that I encounter. I never tell myself or others that “I can’t” without trying everything to find a solution for the challenge I’m facing. My disability has truly shaped me into the person that I am today. So who would I be without it?

So to provide a solid answer to that question that I’ve pondered for many years, the answer is no. I wouldn’t choose to not be disabled because I wouldn’t be me. I wouldn’t know who that person is. The biggest reason of all though? I’m happy with who I am and how I was made. This is the person I was meant to be and I would never change that.

Never forget that you’re perfect just the way you are.

Xoxo,

Amanda Burnett

Creating A Work Area On A Budget

April 9, 2019 itsamandaburnett 4 Comments

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Why Create A Work Space?

When we finally decide we want to start a blog, we think about everything we’re going to need to get started. If you’re anything like me, you probably thought “I got my computer. Now I just need to learn how to set my blog up.” Then you sit on the couch or your dining table to get started. There’s an important thing we missed.

The area where I did all my planning, writing, and posting was on my couch. The space where I watch TV, take naps, and anything else that wasn’t particularly considered productive. A few months into blogging, I realized how distracted I was getting. I’d write a paragraph then reach for the remote. I’d be working on graphics for Pinterest while lounging and I’d eventually get too sleepy to finish. Maybe working in the area that I don’t normally work isn’t the best idea, right?

I looked around my tiny studio apartment and found a great space that I could get a desk and a chair to fit. My mom came over the next day and I explained my idea and what I wanted to do. I love how supportive she is because she got so excited and took me to the store to help buy everything for my new work area right away.

A Work Area On A Budget

I’m guessing we’ve all looked on Pinterest and seen the expensive home office area’s that we’d like to have. I’ll admit, I wish that could be what I’m about to share with you but this girl is on a budget right now. If you’re able to spend a couple hundred on an office area, that’s amazing! But if you just need a simple and inexpensive area to put your computer and let your creativity thrive, you’re right where you need to be.

The computer desk that I bought can be found in Walmart for $20! It’s on the smaller side which is perfect for my studio apartment but there’s plenty of room for your computer, a lamp, and a planner. If you need even more storage, there are two shelves on the side that are perfect for holding everything you need!

The desk lamp that I bought is also from Walmart for $5. When I got home and plugged it in, I was actually surprised with how bright it is! It’s perfect for when you’re trying to finish a blog post late at night. Girls, it also doubles as a selfie light!

The last thing I bought is an office chair. I went to Goodwill to find the one I have. Goodwill seems to always have an abundance of great and affordable office chairs. I believe I got this one for $10 and it’s perfect.

That’s it! To create my work area, I bought the essentials for a total of $35! Of course, you can buy more decor and supplies that you’d like but my point is you don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars to create a good workspace!

Should You Set Up A Workspace?

Yes, I highly recommend getting yourself a workspace.

Ever since getting my work area set up, I’ve noticed that from the moment that I sit down, I’m much more motivated, creative, and productive. I feel like I’ve been able to create better content because there are no distractions. If you’re currently working from your couch or dining room table and you’re finding it hard to concentrate, it’s most likely because those spaces aren’t meant for work. You want a space that’s solely dedicated to getting stuff done!

I hope this post was helpful! Let me down below if you currently have a work area or are thinking about setting one up!

Xoxo,

Amanda Burnett