Hey, September

This month, we’re all about finding our JOY through creating momentum.

A change in season is the perfect time to create new momentum. September gives us a brand new opportunity to listen to the nudges tugging at our hearts. What do you visualize your fall looking like? What do you hope for? These ideas are the early winds of momentum. How do we create forward motion?

I believe in the power of talking out loud. Sharing our visions and hopes in a conversation with a loved one is where it all begins. Give yourself the gift of talking with someone about what you see as you look at the final quarter of 2022.

This fall is your blank canvas. Your life is a masterpiece.

Momentum is a lot like mixing paint. You mix until you make the color you’re truly after and make your first bold stroke, then another, then another. Eventually, you’ll find your momentum. What colors will you paint with this fall? What will propel the strokes forward?

Newton’s First Law of Motion says "Every object in a state of uniform motion tends to remain in that state of motion unless an external force is applied to it." So, how do we create new momentum when we feel stuck? There is good news. While there are external forces outside our control, we are each an external force to something or someone. When we act, things change. When we don’t, they stay the same. Thankfully, every day is a new opportunity to find joy by creating new momentum.

If you’re looking for some creative strategies to inspire you this fall, here are 5 ways to create momentum!

1. Set your intention. Choose a word or phrase that encompasses your hope or desire for the homestretch of 2022. What matters most to you? An intention is the why behind your goals. What are the things you desire in this season? Why? Here is a great guide to setting an intention to help get you started. Keep it hanging somewhere you will see frequently! Set it and manifest it.

2. Make Commitments Momentum is more than just moving. Creating momentum starts with a commitment. A commitment to you. Creating momentum is a shift in mindset that can change your life. What’s one thing you want to commit to (or not to) this fall to propel you forward toward your hopes and goals? What’s the next step? Take it.

3. Schedule TIME for change September is ripe with things to fill our schedules with. Our time and energy are our most valuable assets. How can we replace “things we should do” with “things we love to do?” Go ahead. Schedule the things you love and want to do.

4. Create your team Identify people in your life who can help move your life forward. Call on them together or individually to let them know of the changes you want to make, and invite them to help you move past any roadblocks and keep the momentum going. Community is essential to growth. If you find your community lacking, don’t be afraid to be new in town. Are there any places, groups, or meet-ups happening in your area of people who share your values and dreams? Can you find a regular time to bounce ideas, share knowledge, and creative ideas with one another?

5. Take the first step. Where do you want to get moving? Write it down. Now is the time. You don’t need to have the perfect plan or see the outcome today. You will learn as you go, and that is all part of the growth. Taking the first step can be the hardest part, but imagine yourself on the other side!

6. Overcome your fear Fear is a normal part of the human experience. But remember, fear is not your boss. Don’t let it be your compass. Your body, mind, and spirit are your sanctuary. If fear wasn’t in the driver’s seat, what’s one brave thing you would do today? Perhaps your “feeling stuck” is just your fear getting in the way. Whether it’s fear of failure or fear of success, identify it and move beyond it!

Creating momentum in your life means doing a little more of the things that propel you forward and a little less of the things that hold you back. What about you? What moves you?

With joy,

Katie

Joyspring Studio founder and owner