Listen "Ep 118: 30-Minute Morning Routine for Busy Entrepreneurs (Game Changer!)"
Episode Synopsis
Host Kara Chaffin Donofrio explores "being where your feet are" and shares her Five M's morning framework for transforming your day. Inspired by a monk's wisdom on presence, this episode offers practical strategies for entrepreneurs and anyone seeking more intentional living. Learn how 30 minutes of morning routine can create presence, attract opportunities, and set you up for success.Episode Topics:The Power of Presence: What "being where your feet are" means and why it creates deeper connectionsThe Five M's Framework: Movement, Meditation, Messages, Mind-streaming, and Mind-mappingWorking ON vs. IN Your Business: Strategic morning priorities for maximum impactPractical Meditation: Simple approaches for quieting the mind and gaining awarenessEffective Affirmations: Using progressive language to avoid reinforcing limiting beliefsKey Insights:Presence Creates Magnetism: When fully present, you attract synchronistic opportunities and feel more energeticMorning Priorities Matter: Handle important tasks in the morning when focus is highestAffirmation Fix: Say "I'm on my way to becoming..." instead of unbelievable statements30-Minute Transform: All five practices can be done in just 30 minutesEnergy Over Activity: Creating a bigger life is about expanding presence, not doing moreHighlights:00:00 Meeting started01:21 The Importance of Presence03:52 Intentional Living and Daily Routines08:04 Morning Routine for Success11:24 Mindfulness and Awareness in Meditation14:44 Movement and Meditation17:54 Listening to Messages and Mind-Streaming20:55 Effective Use of Affirmations22:06 Mind Streaming vs. Mind Mapping23:58 Creating a Day of Intention27:20 Creating Presence and Impact29:57 Social Media Connection and Free Gift Offer30:29 Podcast episode endedResources:Books: "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron, "Eat That Frog" conceptApps: Sacred Acoustics (free meditations), YouTube sound bowl meditationsMovement: 15-minute walks, light weights, walking meditation, treadmill/walking padTry the Five M's This Week:Movement - 10 minutes walking or light exerciseMeditation - 5-20 minutes of quiet awarenessMessages - Listen for intuitive guidanceMind-streaming - Journal questions and affirmationsMind-mapping - Plan your day with intentionWake up 30 minutes earlier this week and try these practices - your future self will thank you!Connect with Kara to share your thoughts on the series:Website - http://www.kcdrealestate.com/ Email - [email protected] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/karachaffindonofrio/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/karachaffin1?_rdc=1&_rdr YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/KaraChaffin LinkedIn -
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