Ta-Da!! This is my first official post. And while it is very tempting to hold off until I have the perfect thing to say, I think it is far better to just get started than obsess about whether it will be good enough, wise enough, cover enough, or even make sense. Maybe that is one of the first ideas that make SMART Living 365?
In other words, don’t put off doing something because you are worried about the end-product. I’ve provided a great example about how I can up with a thousand reasons not to make this first post. But every one of them is just a delay-tactic, thinking I could eventually create something so perfect that anyone who ever read it would think that I was #1 brilliant; #2 wise; #3 insanely creative; #a great writer; etc. etc…you get the idea right?
When it comes down to it, sometimes the best course of action is just taking that first step. SMART Living requires that we don’t obsess over every little detail. Instead we enjoy the process and do what we can with what we have. We never let perfectionism stop us in our tracks. We seize the day—live each day as a precious gift—and never let our fears stop us from doing what we dream. Not quite up to that yet—then at least we do the best we can.
In the days ahead I intend to share ideas that I have on a regular basis about what both myself and my husband Thom have done in the past to create what we consider to be a very fulfilled life. But even though I do think I have a great life, I realize that I am a work in progress and really only know a tiny bit about the subject. That’s why I intend to keep learning and sharing any and all tips, information and ideas I come across that will help me continue creating a life that is SMART 365.
So join me on this new journey and together we will create SMART Living 365.
P.S. Be sure and check the menu on top of the photo above to find more posts about each of the topics that make up SMART!
I've been writing on all sorts of topics for over 25 years and have a couple of published books and hundreds of articles. But my passion today is exploring ideas and experiences that help to create a meaningful, sustainable, compassionate and rewarding life for myself and others. Beyond that, I am blessed to be healthy, content, and happily married to my best friend and soul mate--Thom! Plus, each day I'm doing my best to live life to Its fullest....and to remember, that I get to make it up! Check out my personal website for more info at: http://kathygottberg.com
Thank you Kathy! I saw your reply to Wendy at Searching for the Happiness and found your blog. Thank you so much for writing and providing your thoughts here. Consider me uplifted from your words!
~ Stephy
Hi Stephanie and Welcome to SMART Living! Thanks for making a comment and for your encouragement. I hope you check back often and please feel free to share YOUR thoughts about how we can all live a more happy and more fulfilled life! ~ Kathy
sent here by simpleliving – liked what I saw and subscribed
Hi. I found my way here by way of a link in a comment you made on Raptitude….and I’m very glad to be here! Lots of good, encouraging and realistic ideas. I will definitely be a regular visitor.
Hi Kathy D! Nice to meet you! And thanks for stopping by SMART Living 365…I look forward to chatting with you more in the future…
Food for the soul! Thanks so much for your inspirational articles.
I like your post so I subscribe…
Anne
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Thanks Anne…check back often!
I’m delighted to read something SMART because it encourages me to get better in the 5 areas …especially AT …Artful and Thankful! I’m tired of the “Idiots Guide to …” and love the positive spin you have, especially on “failure”. Thanks for taking the time to encourage me! I appreciate your well thought-out words.
Hi Kristine. Glad you like the encouragement–that is certainly the plan. Please come back often and share your thoughts….Kathy
Great SMART name for every day of the year! I love it and keep up the great postings!
Hi Kathy – this is awesome. What a delight to read your words (& I hear your voice when I read them!!) So glad you’re doing it! Blessings, Deb
Kathy – I’m “in!” Girl, you always speak the truth – and in such an engaging down to earth manner. Today’s first entry – bingo! Such a reminder that I need. Thank you thank you. So on a rudimentary level – of “just doing it” as you encourage in your blog – I have my iPhone – been a week. Talk about pointing and grunting and somehow finding my way!! But dang… I jumped in and now I’m more or less swimming. Thanks for your encouragement about that move awhile back. Anyhow – the practical applications (dare I say “apps?!”) of the message in today’s blog – are multitudinous…
Hi Karen…thanks for checking in with a comment. Not quite sure where this will lead but decided I couldn’t help myself
And YES! don’t you just love your iphone? I can’t imagine what we did without it! I’m sure there will be a blog about that at some point! How’s things with you and “church?’ Great news about the merger right? HOpe all is well with you and you’re loving your life too!…luv, kg
Will look forward to your blogs– and happily share them.
Thanks Dona! You are my first official commenter.