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Happy New Year!

Well, it’s not actually the “New Year”, but I always feel like September is the second time of the year when I can “start over”.

The back-to-school season and the hints of Fall in the air create an irresistible urge in me to get my life back on track, especially after the more relaxed summer vibe of the previous months.

In the spirit of the “new year, new you” idea, I’m hosting the SHIFT challenge this month.

 

A shift is a “slight change in position, direction, or tendency”.

 

 

And just like the “shift” key on your keyboard capitalizes letters to show importance, we’ll be shifting our lives to more accurately reflect what’s truly most important.

 

Because I’m a former teacher and honestly, a little nerdy, SHIFT is actually an acronym for some areas we’ll be focusing on this month:

 

Savings

Let’s shift our money habits from aimless spending to purposeful saving.

 

Home

Let’s shift our homes from cluttered chaos to beautiful calm.

 

Identity

Let’s shift our mindsets from hard-driving performance to quiet acceptance of ourselves.

 

Family

Let’s shift our focus from the distractions of life to engaging in our most important relationships.

 

Time

Let’s shift the way we spend our time so we do more of what really matters.

 

Each week I’ll share simple, tiny, practical steps you can take in each area. You can choose to try one, or try all of them.

 

But we’re not simply adding more to the to-do list.

 

SHIFT is about refocusing on our top priorities and realigning ourselves with our values.

 

 

Ladies, we’re gonna get our “SHIFT” together!

 

I’ll share this week’s tiny shifts with you tomorrow.

 

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Once you’ve joined, follow the instructions in your welcome email to download the SHIFT play sheet and start envisioning what you want to change in the upcoming weeks.

 

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Check out the challenges:

SHIFT 1: Find the Quiet

SHIFT 2: Be Present

SHIFT 3: Pursue Joy

SHIFT 4: Find a Higher Purpose

 

 

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  2. Laura says

    Better late than never! Im here and so glad to see the chaos of this week behind me. I need a big SHIFT in thinking and feeling positive towards everyday life! Timing is perfect to start fresh!

  4. Heidi says

    I like the reminders to be present. This week I will focus on decluttering that corner in my bedroom. It helps me greatly to be successful at one to three things, not fail at trying to do 30+ things each day!

  7. Sarah says

    I may be late, but I’m in! This week, I am going to start cleaning our master bedroom. We moved in here a year ago and I still have some things I didn’t unpack. I’m starting this week by decluttering the paper mess I have all over my dresser and bookshelf.

  10. Suzy Kenski says

    I taught for 15 years, so thinking of September as the beginning of the year is very natural for me. I’m doing a few of your programs right now. I should rethink that & choose 1. I get lost doing too many things and then nothing gets done well.

    I have always had difficulty with “being present.” Even when I’m not doing several things at once, I’m thinking about so many things at once. Right now I’m working on becoming organized, paying off debts, blogging, being an Avon representative, and taking care of my health. I really need to get away, take time for myself, and decide what one thing to focus on right now.

  11. Lisa Kaminski says

    I really want to do this shift. I need to do this for myself. Thank you. I hope you and your family are well after Irma went through. I hope you dont have too much damage. I pray that you guys are safe. We were on the tail end of Irma here in Charleston and saw record breaking flooding. It was awful. I am so glad that is all passed us now.

    • Kimberlee Stokes says

      Oh my gosh! I’m so sorry to hear that you were affected by the flooding. My husband and I actually spent our honeymoon in Charleston and absolutely love it.

  12. Camille says

    Perfect timing for me as a school administrator! And definitely areas I want to focus on this time of year. I will definitely be participating!!

  15. Tracy Pires says

    This is exactly what I am looking for. Winter has just finished here in Australia and I’ve just recovered from the flu, so I am needing something to help give me a kickstart and refocus.

  16. Natalija Elijas says

    I really need this as my life is just getting more and more stressful. I want the peace and the quiet – especially in me. Thanks for this challenge.

  17. Susan says

    Starting better late than never! Hope you get back to normal from the hurricane soon! All the best of blessings to you and yours.

  18. Amy says

    Love to get in on this…really need to get my Shift together…looking forward to it…Thank you for making this available!

  19. Heather Haggett says

    I am definitely in need of a shift in my life right now!! Thank you for making this available just when I need it most.

  22. Melissa says

    I love this idea and am so excited to join. It’s a perfect time to start refocusing on priorities 🙂 thankyou for putting this together!

  24. Elena says

    I’m in! I am the tired mom of kids 8 yo to 6 weeks old and going to get back to work but feeling terrified at the idea…I certainly need to refocus…let’s SHIFT!

    • Kimberlee Stokes says

      Welcome Elena! That must feel really challenging, but I pray that you can make a smooth and grace-filled transition.

  25. Bryanna says

    I may be a little late, but I’m joining the challenge! I definitely need a shift in my life right now. Thanks for having this challenge!

  28. Kathy says

    I think this Will be what I need to motivate me and get back on track for what I had hoped to accomplish over the summer.

  29. Alison Bridge says

    This is absolutely perfect timing! I am a school counselor and this time of year is especially hectic and I feel myself getting overwhelmed already with juggling home/work life. Thank you so much!

    • Kimberlee Stokes says

      You are so welcome Alison! I remember how stressful teaching was and I imagine it’s similar being a school counselor. Glad to help a little.

  31. Kayla Smith says

    YES! I’ve been feeling like I needed a shift for a while now. So glad to have something to give me some direction in that and get me motivated to actually DO it. I’m in!

  37. Melissa Yates says

    This is exactly what I’ve been needing! Absolutely want to be a part of this!
    I’ve tried many “challenges” before but just can’t commit when no one is really here to hold me accountable, but this community is much more active and here for one another!

  39. Amy Crawford says

    We are already working on the “S”. Trying to get our emergency fund built up before Murphy decides to visit again.

  40. Karie says

    I am so excited! I have already been working on some of the things you have listed! I look forward to following along with everyone so that I can reach my goals! Thank you!

    • Kimberlee Stokes says

      Good for you Karie! It’s nice to feel like you’re a little ahead of the game, right? 🙂

  41. Nancy says

    Thank you so much for this series. I know I need help in each of these areas but I’m not focusing on it. Your posts are such a great reminder!

  43. Nancy says

    I’m loving this challenge already! The daily shifts are so simple but so important. I will be quieting my home this week by keeping my room clean. I have just recently moved so there is still some clutter to clear and decorating to finish, so I am going to quickly finish this today and keep my room a calm and peaceful resting place this week. Also, my daughter has ADHD and just started in a new school. She’s been doing great, but I think focusing on positive words would be a great shift for both of us.

    • Kimberlee Stokes says

      I’m so glad Nancy. I totally get the challenge of keeping your room clean. I have that issue at times as well.

    • Kimberlee Stokes says

      My pleasure Tina! I figured that as long as I was kicking my own backside into gear, I would encourage some other people too. 🙂

  45. Ashlee Petrilli says

    I so need this! We are heading back home from visiting family today, and I was planning to make some kind of change when we got back but I wasn’t sure what exactly. Now I know! It’ll be a “SHIFT.” yay!!
    P.S. The timing is still a “New Year” as Rosh Hashanah is this month and that’s the start of the Jewish new year. So you’re all good 😉

  46. laurel says

    Back home after a weekend conference focusing on self & relationships. Really feeling motivated to make the changes needed to get closer to my goals. Hopefully this is some extra support

  55. Kathy says

    I’m in! I just printed my SHIFT play sheet and I’m ready to go! I think I’ll mostly focus on making a shift in my Home, Identity, and Family.

  56. Chantele Fanning says

    I just re-discovered your blog this evening, and was thrilled that you’re still keeping it up! How exciting to also stumble upon this SHIFT. Thank you!

  59. Moira says

    I love the quotes by Euripides and Peter Minard …. Intentional Quietude.
    I will be focusing on my small desk area that is usually cluttered ….shift to a bit more straightened this week ….and those positive, encouraging affirmations to my husband, who desperately needs that, and to my children.

  62. Krista says

    I’m excited for some encouragement. I feel exactly the same way about September, but feel like I just can’t get it together this year.

  64. Wendy says

    I’m in. If I am to be honest, I have been working on “shifting” for a good while now.. I homeschool and this summer was all about refocusing/rebooting and with a good deal of intensity too! The past couple/three years have had a bit of a toll on my family and me emotionally, physically, and spiritually so everything in my life had suffered somewhat. I am definitely coming out on the other side of it all, but what a ride it has been! Looking forward to shifting with you!

    • Kimberlee Stokes says

      Hey Wendy– I’m so sorry to hear that you’ve been through a challenging season. I REALLY understand because we’ve been through our own difficulties the past couple of years. I think that’s why I’m so motivated right now. I hope this little series will be an encouragement to you. Thanks for joining us!

  69. Janice Enright says

    I think this will be fun. Can’t wait to see what tomorrow’s message will be. Thank you for putting this together. You’re like the four seasons…always changing. And I like that.

    Janice

    • Kimberlee Stokes says

      I’m glad you like the freshness Janice. I guess that could be considered a downfall, but I become bored so easily. ?

  79. Emilie Lancour says

    So happy to be participating…I need all the letters in shift capitalized. I teach full time so it is a new year for me!

  80. karen b says

    This is perfect timing! We are hosting some kids at the end of the month for a youth group get together & my house needs a little help 🙂 This will keep me motivated!!!!

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