MONTHLY MOTIVATION 👩🏻‍💻 September 2023

Tech wallpapers, calendars, + resources to help you focus for the month ahead.

Aug 25, 2023

Let’s call this an experiment — but I thought this week I’d try sending out September’s “Monthly Motivation” in place of The Weekly Page to make it easier for you to grab all these free resources.

In case you missed it last month, I publish these over on Substack and provide a few free resources (like calendars, wallpapers, and playlists!), a quote, and a short podcast recording with yours truly to help as you plan for the month head.

In this month’s podcast, I’m revealing a few details about my new, year-long program that will be launching in October. If you’re committed to getting more organized and focused while developing better habits around both work and wellness in the year ahead — it might be a great fit for you! I’ll also tell you about the 15-minute systems refresh routine I do each month and the exact tools and services I use to keep four key areas of my life/biz organized.

Scroll below to grab the goods, and head to the comments to let me know if you have any suggestions for other things I could feature in these monthly round-ups that would help support you.

Happy Friday,

Dani

👏🏻WORDS: This quote hits home for me. Learning not to just set goals…but to develop SYSTEMS around those goals was an absolute game-changer for me. If this is something you’re curious about, be sure to hit play on the podcast recording below!

🎧 PODCAST: I am currently living *in an RV* and in this month’s little podcast I’m sharing a bit more about that adventure, revealing the name of my new group program (and a bit about it!) and teaching you the exact 15-minute routine I do at the beginning of each month to ensure all my digital systems are up and running + the exact services and tools I use to keep four main aspects of my life and business goin’. Can’t listen? There’s a full transcript here if you’d prefer to read.

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🙌🏻GROUP PROGRAM: My first-ever year-long group program focused on aligning your work & wellness will begin this fall! Learn more by joining the launch list here.

🎶 PLAYLIST: Grab a good drink, light a candle, and press play on this curated playlist to put you in a focused and productive mood while you plan for September…it starts off with an 8D track. 8D tracks are fun to listen to on headphones, as the sound sort of bounces from ear to ear, creating a slight spinning sensation that can help you relax and focus. Give it a try!

🥗 RECIPES: Below are recipes that were featured in The Weekly Page over the past eight weeks. Add them to your meal plans for September if you haven’t had a chance to try ‘em yet!

Pecorino Garlic Potatoes over Harissa Mayo
Grilled Nectarine Burrata Prosciutto Salad
Fried Pickle Ranch Dip
Basil Chicken in Coconut Curry Sauce
Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo
Chicken Caesar Pasta Bowls
Mediterranean Steak Bowls
White Chicken Chili
Grapefruit + Thyme Mocktail

And here is a list of produce items that are in season in September to help you choose recipes and eat more seasonally: figs, plums, grapes, potatoes, peppers, green beans, raspberries, cantaloupe, cauliflower, apples, onions, mushrooms, red currants, eggplant, swiss chard, pears.

☑ SYSTEMS REFRESH: Prep yourself for the month ahead with my quick 15-minute routine. This is explained more in-depth in the podcast recording above!

3 MINS - Review your upcoming schedule to assess where you are spending your time. Does it align with your priorities?
3 MINS - Look at your projects and tasks and make sure everything is up to date. Anything you need to update or delete?
3 MINS - Curate the files on your computer and phone (including photos you took this month!). Delete things you don't need. Does your information feel organized and accessible?
3 MINS - Look through any paper notes or random bits of info you collected last month. What digital system could you move it to so it doesn't get lost?
3 MINS - Clean your work area, wipe down your desk and monitors, and when you're ready — update your phone and computer wallpapers by downloading the files directly with the buttons below: