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Tranquility du Jour #488: Creative Process

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with visual journaler and sketchook maker Ludid Ryu about her creative  rituals, tools, inspiration, and more.

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Upcoming Events

TDJ Live: June 21 at 8-9 pm ET

Free seasonal gathering to connect and learn 8 tranquility tips for the new season

TDJ Provence: June 5-11, 2021

A private villa nestled in the South of France between Nice and Marseille

TDJ Paris: June 11-14, 2021

Experience the City of Light with creative workshops and jaunts to my go-to sweet spots

Guest: Ludid Ryu

As a young girl spent hours painting squares with watercolors on school paper and doodling on the margins of my multiplication tables homework.

As a quiet teenager writing fan letters to actor Sean Astin and enjoying making mobiles in the ever-struggling math class.

As a graduate teaching assistant thrilled about creating a teaching notebook with all kinds of lesson plans and activities.

As a mom carving out time here and there to dabble and learn ways boost my creativity.

As an artist publishing artwork and an article in Somerset Studio and Somerset Life in the mid-2000’s as well as self-publishing a book of poems alongside abstract paintings called Bounce with a local writer and friend in 2013.

And these days mindfully moving between visual journaling, making sketchbooks, and writing while paying attention to what lights me up.

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Blog post I mentioned about resiliency and reflection
Let’s Connect

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Thinking of You

Dearest,

All week I’ve been collaborating with clients, tying a bow around last Saturday’s virtual retreat, and thinking about you. Eager to find the space to pen you a note, here I am.

I can’t believe today completes week eight of quarantine and, yet, here we are at the homestretch of it.

One thing I’m noticing is that resiliency is off the charts for people. Wow are we malleable and adaptive!

Okay, I didn’t say we like this change, but I’m impressed by our ability to adjust to it. Zoom meetings, FaceTime calls, Instacart, virtual ballet classes, face masks, teletherapy, online learning, the list goes on and on.

While this experience has been far from perfect, I’m encouraged by how it’s been handled on an individual level. Seriously, you’re amazing!

Here’s an assortment of coping tools that seem to be helping:

Establishing a routine. Making time for daily exercise. Taking regular stretch breaks. Being engaged, not obsessed. Saying “no” to Zoom overload. Staying connected to others. Eating healthy (with guilt-free indulgences). Focusing on what we can control. Planning the week’s MITs (most important tasks). Loving on plant, fur, and human babies. Being gentle with oneself. Not overindulging (e.g., TV, social media, substances, Thin Mints—ahem). Documenting thoughts and feelings in a journal. Paying attention to the body.

While I don’t think we’ll ever really go back to “normal” after this, I do believe we can use this lifestyle shift to notice what has/hasn’t been working in our day-to-day life.

With life different for the foreseeable future, I’m reflecting on which of these changes I’d like to keep.

Open weekends. Online classes. Evening family time. Increased TDJ offerings. Observing the trees fill with leaves. Noticing the moon. A review of commitments.

What about you?

Wishing you a weekend of reflection, moon views, and the scent of lavender. Bisous. x

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Virtual Retreat Love

Joined by like-hearted souls from Jordan, Belgium, France, UK, Canada, and across the US, last Saturday we gathered via Zoom to reset, connect, and create through our virtual retreat.

These beautiful photos were spotted on social media around the retreat (#tranquilitydujour) and offer a peek inside the experience. Together we focused on finding tranquility during quarantine while working through four modules: reflection, wellness, mindfulness, and creativity.

I also shared a variety of books (top photo) that I’m currently loving or have been influential and tied into the modules. Love me some books!

In addition, we donated $500 to Pigs & Pugs Project and Meals on Wheels to help keep seniors safe amid COVID-19.

Thank you for supporting this special offering. It was a treat to be with you for three whole hours!

Psst, stay tuned for details on a masterclass coming this summer. Bisous. x

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Tranquility du Jour #487: The Desire for What’s Next

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Jen Louden about her new book, Why Bother? Discover the Desire for What’s Next. Learn about her circuitous journey to writing this book, the two kinds of why bother, and her six stages to bothering.

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Upcoming Events

TDJ Provence: June 5-11, 2021

A private villa nestled in the South of France between Nice and Marseille

TDJ Paris: June 11-14, 2021

Experience the City of Light with creative workshops and jaunts to my go-to sweet spots

Guest

© Be Boulder Photography

JENNIFER LOUDEN is a personal growth pioneer who helped launch the concept of self-care with her first bestseller, The Woman’s Comfort Book. Since then, she’s written six additional books on well-being and whole living, including The Woman’s Retreat Book and The Life Organizer, with close to a million copies of her books in print in nine languages. Jennifer has spoken around the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and has written a national magazine column for a Martha Stewart magazine. Plus, she’s been profiled or quoted in dozens of major magazines; two of Brené Brown’s books, Daring Greatly and Dare to Lead; and has appeared on hundreds of TV programs, radio shows, and podcasts—even on Oprah. Jennifer has been teaching women’s retreats since 1992 and creating vibrant online communities and innovative learning experiences since 1999. She writes weekly to her email list of 20,000 and hosts an online paid community of over 600 members. She lives in Boulder County, Colorado. www.jenniferlouden.com

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Book: Why Bother?

TDJ interview #74 with Jen from 2007





Let’s Connect

Share a review on iTunes, Amazon, or Goodreads and you may hear it shared on the show. Deets on kimberlywilson.com/review.

Visit kimberlywilson.com/podcast for more episodes and the Tranquility du Jour Podcast App: iPhone and Android.

Subscribe in your favorite podcast app such as Spotify, Apple Podcast or Overcast.

Sign up for Love Notes (exclusive content, personal updates, giveaways) and access multimedia resources, Tranquil Treasures.

Browse my 6 Books.

Follow along on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube (check out the Tea with Kimberly video series).

Shop seasonless, vegan, locally-made, eco-friendly fashion: TranquiliT.

Tech

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April in Review

April in Review

Hello love! Each month I do a review of the month and also share my next month’s dreams. This reflection exercise allows me to stay accountable, review goals, celebrate, and note what needs adjustment. I duplicate this process in my Daybook , too, since I’m a paper lover! You’ll also find an assortment of photos from the month plus Savvy Sources I thought you may enjoy. Bisous. x

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Smooth adjustment to the new normal [MOSTLY]
Daily exercise classes [MOSTLY]
Host inspiring virtual retreat [DONE!]
Stay healthy [DONE!]
Host community gatherings [DONE!]
Release two Tea with K videos [DONE!]
Release two podcasts [RELEASED THREE]
Collaborate with clients [DONE!]
Finalize Love Note welcome series [WORKING ON]
Update TranquiliT website [PENDING]

Highlights: Hosted TDJ Brunch, Zoom happy hours with family in Oklahoma, sold Mama Wilson’s custom face masks (still available), numerous soaks in the tub, watched Mrs. America (LOVE!), recorded five podcast interviews, shifted to weekly podcasts (I have so many good ones in the can for you), virtual tea dates with friends, nightly popcorn and family time, discovered Rose Bliss kombucha by Better Booch, finalized taxes, switched Love Note list to Flodesk and it’s soooo much cuter (have you noticed?!), prepped May 2 virtual retreat, took a daylong writing class with Donald Miller, finished The Upside of Being Down, shipped goodies, lots of pug cuddles, painted nails (and got polish on everything near my fingers and toes).

May Dreams

Daily exercise classes

Return to writing

Finalize Welcome Series

Create masterclass

Read three books

TranquiliT efforts

Set up therapy software

Design and send KWTherapy newsletter

Complete e-course

Declutter home

Big picture thinking

Savvy Sources

10 Books to Add to Your May Reading List

12 Ideas for Writing Through the Pandemic

How to Decorate Your Home to Encourage Creativity

30 Meatless Meals to Make this Week

20 Netflix Docs to Binge

Create an Indoor Jungle

10 Life Hacks to Cut Plastic Out of Your Life

8 Ways to Stay Creative During Quarantine

Managing Anxiety During Coronavirus Workbook

How to Zoom Like a Pro

Why Am I So Tired?

Thrive Guide to Mental Health in Time of COVID-19

10 Ways to Stay Motivated During Quarantine

Guided Meditations for Every Feeling

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5 Reasons to Retreat

5 Reasons to Retreat With Us

1. You’re seeking support to navigate this tricky time using proven techniques for finding more beauty and tranquility in the every day—journaling, yoga, meditation, creativity.

2. You appreciate a “digital goody bag” (aka 34-page Guidebook) filled with a jazzy Spotify playlist, my go-to plant-based recipes, how-tos, worksheets, savvy sources, and more! Oh, and you like bonuses (will be announced at the retreat).

3. You crave community with like-hearted souls from Jordan, Canada, across the US, France, Belgium, UK and to connect through our private Facebook group. Or, you’re welcome to make this a solitary experience, too—whatever you need is encouraged!

Following the last retreat, I counted up all the retreats I’ve done with Kimberly (in one form or another) and the grand total was 9! And I’m anxious to sign up for the next one!! I’ve completed short virtual retreats, long virtual retreats, Salons, Year of Tranquility, and multiple international retreats–and I love them all.  I like Kimberly’s content, perspective, and approach to topics like mindfulness and creativity. Everyone needs a little dose of #tranquilitydujour during times like these. —Hilary R.

4. You love learning and are excited about: 10 types of wellness, hitting the pause button to reflect, designing a wellness plan, creating your ideal schedule during this time, practicing all-level yoga, tools to decrease anxiety, moving through guided mindfulness practices, and engaging in creative play with ephemera and a Sharpie.

5. You appreciate practicing self-care and engaging in personal growth within a thoughtful community and a safe space and look forward to retreating again with the replay.

Make an investment in yourself and your soul. You deserve it! I’m honored to be your guide on Saturday’s journey. See you at the virtual retreat . . .

Given the uncertain times, I am so thankful to spend 3 hours with like-hearted women.  Kimberly creates an environment that is both nurturing and nourishing. It gives people space to try new things. In addition, the retreat packet is a great reference guide during the retreat and afterwards.  In the packet, she provides several tranquility practices (e.g. mindfulness, self-compassion, yoga, etc.). This packet is easy enough for beginners to understand and provides great reminders for seasoned mindfulness students. The retreat was a fun experience because she uses active exercises that help the retreaters get out of their head and into their body. Thank you Kimberly for sharing your knowledge and being inspiring! —Betsy

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5 Reasons to Retreat With Us1. You’re seeking support t...

5 Reasons to Retreat With Us

1. You’re seeking support to navigate this tricky time using proven techniques for finding more beauty and tranquility in the every day—journaling, yoga, meditation, creativity.

2. You appreciate a “digital goody bag” (aka 34-page Guidebook) filled with a jazzy Spotify playlist, my go-to plant-based recipes, how-tos, worksheets, savvy sources, and more! Oh, and you like bonuses, too (will be announced at the retreat).

3. You crave community with like-hearted souls from Jordan, Canada, across the US, France, Belgium, UK and to connect through our private Facebook group. Or, you’re welcome to make this a solitary experience, too—whatever you need is encouraged!

Following the last retreat, I counted up all the retreats I’ve done with Kimberly (in one form or another) and the grand total was 9! And I’m anxious to sign up for the next one!! I’ve completed short virtual retreats, long virtual retreats, Salons, Year of Tranquility, and multiple international retreats–and I love them all.  I like Kimberly’s content, perspective, and approach to topics like mindfulness and creativity. Everyone needs a little dose of #tranquilitydujour during times like these. —Hilary R.

4. You love learning and are excited about: 10 types of wellness, hitting the pause button to reflect, designing a wellness plan, creating your ideal schedule during this time, practicing all-level yoga, tools to decrease anxiety, moving through guided mindfulness practices, and engaging in creative play with ephemera and a Sharpie.

5. You appreciate practicing self-care and engaging in personal growth within a thoughtful community and a safe space and look forward to retreating again with the replay.

Make an investment in yourself and your soul. You deserve it! I’m honored to be your guide on Saturday’s journey. See you at the virtual retreat . . .

Given the uncertain times, I am so thankful to spend 3 hours with like-hearted women.  Kimberly creates an environment that is both nurturing and nourishing. It gives people space to try new things. In addition, the retreat packet is a great reference guide during the retreat and afterwards.  In the packet, she provides several tranquility practices (e.g. mindfulness, self-compassion, yoga, etc.). This packet is easy enough for beginners to understand and provides great reminders for seasoned mindfulness students. The retreat was a fun experience because she uses active exercises that help the retreaters get out of their head and into their body. Thank you Kimberly for sharing your knowledge and being inspiring! —Betsy

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Tea with K: 8 Weekly Tranquility Tools

In the latest episode of Tea with Kimberly, learn eight tools to help you focus, practice self-care, stay connected, nurture your creative side, and more.

Tranquility du Jour #486: Stop Checking Your Likes

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Susie Moore about how to stop checking your likes, shake off the need for approval, and why living our own lives (versus what others want for us) is so important.

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Upcoming Events

Virtual Retreat: May 2

Take your inner artist on a three-hour date devoted to navigating quarantine life

TDJ Provence: June 5-11, 2021

A private villa nestled in the South of France between Nice and Marseille

TDJ Paris: June 11-14, 2021

Experience the City of Light with creative workshops and jaunts to my go-to sweet spots

 

Guest

Susie Moore is the author of Stop Checking Your Likes and What If It Does Work Out? which was named by Entrepreneur as one of the “8 Business Books Entrepreneurs Must Read to Dominate Their Industry.” A former Silicon Valley sales director turned life coach, she has been featured on The Today Show, as well as in O Magazine, Business Insider, Forbes, Time, and Marie Claire. She lives in Miami, Florida with her husband Heath and their Yorkshire Terrier, Coconut. Find out more about her work at www.Susie-Moore.com.

 

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Website: https://stopcheckingyourlikes.com/ / https://susie-moore.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susiemoore.writer

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susie.moore/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susiemoore/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/moore_susie/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/susiemoore

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6hXsCPv9BSyAET6ecXNz1A

 

 

Let’s Connect

Share a review on iTunes, Amazon, or Goodreads and you may hear it shared on the show. Deets on kimberlywilson.com/review.

Visit kimberlywilson.com/podcast for more episodes and the Tranquility du Jour Podcast App: iPhone and Android.

Subscribe in your favorite podcast app such as Spotify, Apple Podcast or Overcast.

Sign up for Love Notes (exclusive content, personal updates, giveaways) and access multimedia resources, Tranquil Treasures.

Browse my 6 Books.

Follow along on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube (check out the Tea with Kimberly video series).

Shop seasonless, vegan, locally-made, eco-friendly fashion: TranquiliT.

 

Tech

To listen, click on the player at the top of the post or click here to listen to older episodes.
New to podcasting? Get more info at Podcast 411.
Do you have iTunes? Click here and subscribe to the podcast to get the latest episode as released.
Get the Tranquility du Jour apps to download the podcast “automagically” on iOS or Android

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Virtual Retreat in ONE Week

Next Saturday, May 2, I’ll be hosting one more virtual retreat focused on using our go-to practices—yoga, mindfulness, creativity, and journaling—to experience more tranquility during quarantine.

Learn the 10 types of wellness and how to design a wellness plan, create your ideal schedule, practice yoga, enjoy guided mindfulness practices, engage in creative play (hello, art journaling), and spend time in reflection and community.

YES, all in three hours! This is my seventh virtual retreat to lead and here’s what two participants had to say about their experience:

I left the virtual retreat feeling full, full of tranquility, soulfulness and peace.  That is not easy to achieve in these difficult times but Kimberly managed to guide, not just me, but all of her retreaters  to this magical state of being present for ourselves.  Three hours of connecting with like minded women in this wonderful community really filled my soul and reminded me of the importance of  self care and creativity is in my life.  I highly recommend Kimberly’s virtual retreat, especially now, it is a beautiful experience! —Julie

A virtual retreat with Kimberly is a true delight! Three hours is a perfect time, and the modules of movement, artistic creativity and journaling all complement each other well. The journal prompts are thoughtful and Kimberly encourages positive art journal for people of all artistic abilities and with all manner of supplies. My favorite thing about the retreat is Kimberly’s encouragement and her “go for it” attitude. I am a perfectionist by heart, and often hesitate to begin writing in a new beautiful journal because I don’t want to “mess it up” so to speak. Kimberly fosters empowerment that you can’t mess it up and your thoughts, ideas and dreams are never mistakes and our imperfections are what make us so great. —Kate

You’ll also receive a 30-page guidebook filled with how-tos, my favorite recipes, a jazzy playlist, a TranquiliT discount code, and access to a private Facebook group. Watch this video to learn more.

Treat your inner artist to a half-day retreat. This is my last virtual retreat for now, so I hope you can join us! Bisous. x

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