First Thing Today

I asked on my insta stories a few days ago on how you guys are feeling about 2021, Ready? or Optimistic? your dms came and as I read through them most people said they are ready, others argued they felt both Ready and Optimistic, I even found some who said they were scared.I felt it. 2020 has been one of the most unforgettable year in history, more so things have not been easy for most of us who went from losing their jobs, losing their loved ones and so much changing to what we are now calling 'the new normal'. But being grateful for the little things we have achieved and endured along the way, the silent battles we have faught, wiped our own tears and patted our own back, and after all the catastrophe we have made it this far. Here we are counting down to the end of the year. Saying goodbye to 2020, I believe that's an acheivement enough. How are you feeling about 2020? "It's a tough question" most people are saying. But we have to ke...

1. Start and end the day with yourself -  Create a morning routine that includes things that you love or something you have always wanted.For me I love journaling, you can also do something that you love like having some quiet time and reflecting. 2. Have a day off - Because you deserve it, take some mini breaks when you need them or feel exhausted.Take time to rest.This should energize you not make you feel worse. 3. Your circle matters - Unsubscribe from people who make you feel like time by yourself is  unacceptable, those people who put you down or make you feel small.It's not healthy.

If you are wondering if this is a good time to start a blog before the year-end, the short answer will be yes!! Although my blog is still a work in progress, I have loved the journey, I started my blog in 2017 and named it ' Pain&Passion ', but over the years more so this year I have decided to change my blog name to ' First Thing Today'.  So here are some of the steps I used in starting a blog and a few steps on how you should start yours before year-end. Pick a name It is significant to have a name and be sure that you use it in a long time. When I started my blog I was sure I wanted to talk about everything lifestyle and I didn't want to be limited to anything. So a name that resonates with what you want to talk about is important. Platform   There are so many platforms out there, pick out one of the best you, blogspot.com is one of them and the one I use. There are a variety of blogging options out their puck one that is best for you. ...