Wednesday Round Up

Hey guys. Wow, this week has been quite interesting. My to-do list is legit long as hell, and I’m trying to keep my head above water, but it’s OK. We’ll get through it. But let me back up for a minute. 

Many of you already know this, but I work a full-time job and run this blog on the side. I say “on-the-side,” but that really means any waking minute of free time. Not every week is as insane as this one, but I’ll be honest. This week hasn’t been the best. On the blogging front, I’m having issues managing my time, staying focused, staying AWAKE, and brainstorming post ideas for next month. Although I’ve been doing this for almost 8 (!!) years now, I still don’t have all of the kinks ironed out. However, I wouldn’t be doing this if I didn’t 100% love it. 

If you’re a blogger and also work a full-time job, please don’t think you’re alone. I shared some ways on how to balance your 9 to 5 with your blog, but I know there are other helpful tips out there. Let’s chat about it. Comment on my Instagram with some tips and tricks you have for balancing it all. Maybe I’ll do a follow up post on the topic? 

Okay, back to the purpose of this post… Wednesday Round Up! 

Wellness

1. How to sneak in a workout in the office {via Well and Good}
2. Don’t forget to invest in your body {via Meg Biram}
3. Six ways to use a foam roller {via Camille Styles}
4. Five tips for starting a morning meditation practice {via The Kitchn} 

Food

5. Vegan loaded potato skins {via Deliciously Ella}
6. Vegan quinoa banana pancakes {via Opera Singer in the Kitchen}
7. The secret ingredient that will make your smoothies way more Instagram Worthy {via Mind Body Green}
8. The easiest make ahead breakfast burritos {via Two Peas in a Prada}

Blogging & Biz

9. Five apps that every blogger needs {via Kate La Vie}
10. On making big purchases and investing in yourself {via York Avenue}
11. 10 not so obvious work from home tips {via Career Contessa}
12. Working on your business, not in your business {via The Skinny Confidential}

Have a great Wednesday!
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Nicole