Celebrating 10 years with 10 Lessons

Published 22 days ago • 1 min read

Reader

What if productivity didn’t need to be something you push through or prove yourself with?

After ten years of coaching, creating, caregiving, building a business, and having thousands of conversations with people trying to do life well, here’s what I know for sure: productivity works best when it’s personal, compassionate, and grounded in reality.

If you want support that actually fits, consider these ten reminders:

Productivity is personal, not universal.
Fluctuating energy is normal. Plan for it.
Good enough beats perfect.
Decluttering is a whole-life practice, not just a closet project.
Rest is not a reward. It’s a requirement.
Joy fuels productivity and primes your energy.
Shame is the worst motivator. Compassion works better.
Systems don’t need to be complicated to be effective.
Let the season you’re in guide your choices.
Start where you are, and grow as you go.

If you’ve been feeling tired, behind, or like you’re trying to force yourself into systems that don’t fit, I hope they offer reassurance and encouragement to try things a different way.

I came up with this list as a way to celebrate a decade of Positively Productive Systems and shared this list and the stories behind them in this week's podcast episode:

>> Listen to the podcast here
>> Read the blog post here

Thank you for being on this journey with me and for celebrating with me (scroll down for details). Whether you’ve been here for the decade, a few of the years, or you’re just arriving, I’m grateful you’re here.

♥

Lisa

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