The Way I Start My Day | Favorite Morning Reads
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I like to start my day reading something positive and uplifting.
Below I've compiled a list of the things I read most weekday mornings. They all come to my inbox (and I'm pretty picky about what I invite in there) - some are newsletters, some are blog posts, and some are a daily auto-generated emails.
I actually often read these before I get out of bed. I'm not sure it's a habit I want to keep or one I want to promote. I sometimes feel like it's too much technology first thing and I should wait longer before I go directly to my screen. That said, I appreciate the daily shot of positive thinking that comes from these sources. I often read them quickly first thing and then come back to them again once I'm at my desk a few hours later after the morning routine of kids and breakfast and driving to school is completed to actually soak up their wisdom.
These people inspire me to live more fully in alignment with my own personal values and I'm thankful for their contribution to my life.
Simple Mom | I've been a long time fan of this blog and come back to it again and again for life inspiration. Recently loved Easy there, cowgirl. Or, esse quam facere.
Danielle LaPorte | She challenges me in the ways I need to be challenged. I don't always agree with her but she makes me think and question and consider and re-evaluate.
Patti Digh's Daily Rock | A quick daily message printed on a rock with a couple sentences to go along with it.
Notes From The Universe | Love, love, love these daily messages from the Universe. If I had to pick just one it would probably be this one.
Jeff Goins | This is the newest person/site I've added recently and I'm interested in what he has to say about story. He's got a new book I'm hoping to check out as well: The In-Between: Embracing The Tension Between Now & The Next Big Thing.
Todd Henry of Accidental Creative | Todd's got a new book coming out this week called Die Empty: Unleash Your Best Work Everyday that I've got pre-ordered.
Marc & Angel Hack Life | I'm always interested in what these two have to say. Love their list-based writing style. I've added some of their posts to my facebook wall over the last year or so. Excellent food for thought.
Hands Free Mama | I don't remember when I first encountered Rachel and her awesome message but it so resonates with me deeply and I always look forward to her new posts.
Elise Blaha Cripe | Crafter, new Mama, thinker, do-er. She's all around great and has a fantastic blog.
I have quite a few other blogs and inspiring sites in Feedly that I read occasionally when I have time or am looking for inspiration, but these are the ones (at least right now) that I actually invite into my inbox.
What are your daily reads? Do you read first thing in the AM or later in the day?
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I like to start my day by getting out of bed (5:45 AM), making coffee, and walking directly into my studio. I do some of my best stamping and papercrafting before anyone else is awake. A reading/computer break comes at about 9.
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Thank you for the links... loving Hands Free Mama - can't stop reading and I am at work Shhhh.
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Your secret is safe with us! So glad you are enjoying my blog!
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Oh, you just made my day -- or perhaps my entire week! I am honored be on your list, Ali! And I cannot thank you for all the lovely people you brought to my site today! Some of them left the sweetest messages too! You continue to be such a bright spot along my journey. xoxo
Rachel
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You are awesome!
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Thanks for the love. :) And for pointing out some amazing sites to explore, including yours.
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You are so welcome. And seriously, thank you for inspiring me in so many different ways to live a fuller life.
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Great post Ali! Love your blog, love Elise and will have to check out the others.
I really enjoy Soulemama, Lisa Leonard and the photos over at Habit. They always make me reflect and appreciate the little things.
Lindsay
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The Dinner Party Download!
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Simply..thank you for sharing.
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I want to be more conscious about how I start my day, so thank you for this post. I know the days I feel best are the ones when I stay offline the longest, get up before my boys, and move---whether walking the dog or going to the gym. When I start with email, I get sucked in and don't "come up for air" until an hour or more later.
I subscribe to a few newsletters and blogs, but I don't let them land in my inbox. I love Brainpickings and Soulemama and Chatting at the Sky (Emily Freeman's site).
Seth Godin's blog is the only one I let land in my inbox---because I know it will be short, almost never have links (no temptations), and usually apply to my business in a way that uplifts me.
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Checked these out. Thanks for sharing!!!
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i enjoy seeing what your reading, i've picked up many books your recommended so i am sure i will enjoy reading these
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Ooo, when I saw Danielle posted about Kali, I instantly started following her! LOVE Kali, she's one of my Matron Goddesses! So, thank you! I already follow, and adore, Elise!
Some of my daily reads:
rukristin.com
http://www.mylifeasateacup.com/
http://www.dear-sweetlings.com/
http://www.bubbyandbean.com/
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How do you get the blog posts to come to your inbox?
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Thanks for the great list Ali, I'll check them out! I don't have any set routine but I don't keep electronics in my bedroom so all my reading happens on my computer after I'm up and moving. I like to read blogs on breaks, like little rewards for getting things done. I also don't read the same things every day. Sometimes it's scrapbooking, sometimes it's fabric arts, sometimes it's cooking, sometimes it's inspirational, sometimes it's fashion. Sometimes I don't even get on the computer! gasp! ;) But I do enjoy your perspective and your aesthetic and always catch up. Thanks!
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Thanks for the post, I started getting notes from the universe after reading about them on your blog and LOVE them!
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Thanks for list. I think it's a sign of great generosity for a blogger to link to other blogs.
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