Be Still With Bobbi

Sitting in stillness and journaling your thoughts may sound appealing on the surface, but what's really holding you back from trying this practice for yourself? Today, we're exploring five possible reasons why you may not be using this practice to find the calm and joy in your busy life. *Mentioned in this episode: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/a45195132/joan-macdonald-essay/

The world is constantly buzzing, vying for our attention. It's hard to know what we think and sometimes even harder to remember who we are in the midst of it all. In this episode, I'm re-introducing you to a practice that literally saved my life a few years back. I went from being busy, overwhelmed, and overscheduled, to intentionally choosing stillness as a way to regroup and recenter my prioriti...

Feeling like you don’t know who you are anymore? This one’s for you. There comes a time in each of our lives where we wake up and wonder … How did I get here? When did I get so far off track? The descent into this state of dissatisfaction is a slow drip and can disorient and even threaten to derail us when we least expect it. The good news? You’re not destined to stay in this state. In this episod...

It’s easy to forget that the life you’re living today is the only thing that matters. That whatever goals and dreams you have that haven’t come true yet are still there and still available to you - in God’s perfect provision and timing. Sometimes, this isn’t the easiest thought to remember - that I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be right now . Because I look ahead at the horizon and I think, “But...

As children, our imaginations can take us just about anywhere. But as we get older we're inundated with messages of being responsible and realistic. We learn early on that there's a certain order to our lives once we reach adulthood - most of which includes following the path and patterns of the adults who came before us. But what if this isn't the only way to live our lives? What if dreaming as a...

Goals are great. But they don't always move the needle fast enough for me. Plus, they can often feel like ONE MORE THING TO DO on my ever crowded list. That's why I often lean into the practice of crafting VISIONS in my life instead. When you vision (or ENvision) how your life could be different, it incites a heightened level of emotion. Visions can be frightening (in a good way) - pushing you jus...

Worry is a part of life. But If we're not careful, worry has the ability to completely derail our mindset and steal the joy we could otherwise be experiencing. Maybe you've heard that worrying won't change the outcome or there's nothing you can do about your worry, so you may as well let it go. While true, that's easier said than done. In today's episode I'm talking specifically about what I do wh...

Is goal setting enough? Setting measurable, time-sensitive goals is a great practice to have, but it's not the same as creating visions in your life . Visions are uniquely your own and make you feel something long before you ever reach the finish line. Visions have a way of guiding you toward your future with greater hope and a sense of purpose. In this episode I'm talking specifically about how v...

Writing in your journal can be therapeutic for your mind and soul. It can also be a way to process your thoughts in real time - so you can better understand yourself and know what you want next. However, the number one reason journaling has been so impactful in my life is not in the daily writing. It's in the review! In this episode I'm talking all about how I look forward, by first looking back....

Do you embark on the holidays with excitement and anticipation only to end the season depleted? You're not alone. So many of us rush into the holidays already feeling behind. Wouldn't it be nice to feel like you're more in control of walking through the season with ease, rather than the season walking all over you ? In this episode we're talking about setting an intention before the holiday season...

Practice isn't perfect. That's not the saying I heard growing up and I'm guessing you didn't either. The problem is, "practice makes perfect" leads us to believe perfection is possible. But setting those kinds of expectations are a recipe for quitting before you even start. The prayer and journaling practice I've developed over time is called a "practice" for a reason. Beginning with this one smal...

Do you journal? Have you ever? Have you heard about the overarching benefits of journaling but aren't sure where or how to start? If you've ever wished you were a "journaler," or if you've wondered if you could be the type of person who journals ... this episode is for you. Even if you've bought journals in the past with the best intentions to make journaling a habit, only to shove those same jour...

Do you pray? What is your relationship with prayer? Do you feel pressure and anxiety when you hear the word, "prayer?" Or does it bring you comfort and peace? My own journey that led me to my current prayer practice was anything but a straight line. Growing up in a traditional church environment made me feel as though prayer is meant to be proper and carries with it a set of unspoken rules. What I...

On today's episode I want to talk to you about productivity. Have you ever had those weeks that feel out of sorts and out of your control? This is your friendly reminder that it's okay if you don't get all the boxes checked on your list. It's okay if everything doesn't roll out perfectly. Being hard on yourself doesn't bring about better productivity. Extending yourself grace and kindness in a nec...

The stillness practice I developed years ago is the number one habit that keeps me grounded and centered in my life. It's also the part of my daily routine I look forward to most. In this episode I'm walking you through my initial discovery of this practice and what bubbled up for me in the stillness during those initial mornings in the dark of my dining room. If you feel restless or disenchanted...

It's Here! Be Still With Bobbi is Live! Be Still With Bobbi is a fresh conversation about knowing yourself intimately so your life is a reflection of who you most want to be. This first episode is an introduction to your host ( that's me !) and my intentions for starting this deeper conversation with other women who may be longing to feel more connected to themselves. In this episode I talk about:...