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Both women, when talking about the topic of work-life balance shared emphatically, that the first 2-4 years of their businesses starting up, they were all in when it came to their business
idea - time, sleep, everything. I appreciated hearing this as it reminded me too of my journey to begin my own blog. And with every new challenge I have chosen to take on, the work-life balance may appear lopsided to outsiders, but not only is it necessary, it is extremely engaging, and I couldn't imagine not doing it. Both women shared this same truth - it is the passion, the curiosity and the drive that makes these initial years what they are, but they also are what is necessary
to build what we wish to build - a strong and sturdy foundation.
Whatever it is that you are pursuing at the moment that has your whole attention, your innate passion and is grabbing your curiosity without relent, rest assured that the time you are dedicating to it, the time that you are not able to dedicate to other aspects of your life that may feel less nurtured will be worth it. And simply because your work-life balance may feel out of whack right now (it is,
but that's okay), it won't be like this forever. As I have shared before, in order to achieve extraordinary results, we must put forth extraordinary energy in our everydays, but that doesn't have to go on forever. Invest now in the short-term and enjoy what you have worked so hard for in the long-term.
Hang in there, enjoy this amazingly consuming part of the journey, and know I am right there with you with each new venture I pursue as well. It truly is far
more exciting than it is daunting, but without question, a very long nap, weekend of leisure or even vacation at the end of the dedication that was given is always very much enjoyed and appreciated (but also all the sweeter as we know how much work we have dedicated).
In today's newsletter, enjoy inspiration about how and why you should let your truth emerge, a list of simple everyday moments that have made me smile this month as well as two reviews and a
video interview with bloggers who received an advanced copy of TSLL's 2nd book (check out This & That for the links). Also, a conversation about scarves and finding ones that work with your lifestyle and signature style, and last weekend's cooking vodcast episode (while the first one I ever taped) also includes tips on knife skills.
Speaking of The Simply Luxurious Kitchen, if you are looking for a delicious everyday week-day dinner, complete with a
simple, yet scrumptious fall dessert, this weekend's episode is for you. Have a look below to discover what I am making, and be sure to tune in to the blog this Saturday (YouTube on Sunday).
I do hope you enjoy the newsletter this week, and thank you for subscribing. Until next week, I'll see you on the blog!
