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One of my favorite tricks to working smarter not harder, (especially on the weekends) is making sure that my workspace fits my creative flow. As a creative entrepreneur, I’ve learned that my environment has to help shape my ideas, whether it’s my room or my desk, I need playful and vibrant pieces that will add to my creativity and build new ideas. So this weekend, and upcoming week, play with your workspace and see how much more productive you’ll become.

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What else can I say after a day like today.. I’m reading your emails, tweets and insta’ replies (if that’s the correct phrase for it) and I’m so appreciative for all of you. • Your kind words and willingness to support #BlissWomen makes this journey all worth while. Thank you, once again, for sharing bliss. Subscribe and follow @blisswomenmag 💜

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It's Time for Every Year to be The Year of the Women: Bermuda Bliss is now Bliss Women Magazine

With a heart of joy, I can finally write this post and introduce to you, Bliss Women Magazine. 

It has been a journey, growing spiritually and professionally, while deciding the next steps of what use to be, Bermuda Bliss.

Now, to ease all confusion, Bermuda Bliss was a digital magazine that I launched years ago, but I later placed on hiatus until this year, 2018. See, Bermuda Bliss started off as a hobby and then grew into something much more than I could have ever imagined. As I mentioned in '3 Things You Must Know Before Launching' post,  I was working on Bermuda Bliss and learned so much about the process of identifying the strengths and weaknesses of implementing something new to the general population. Little did I know, Bermuda Bliss helped developed a more significant purpose for my life. 

I wanted to do more than provide content. I wanted to see lives changed for the better. So, I decided to rebrand and reintroduce the publication, which is now Bliss Women. I can't explain how amazing this process has been for me. But I'm going to try. If it weren't for God's grace and vision, I wouldn't be sharing this post with you. 

This intentional plan 'Bliss Women', is the definition of God's miraculous provision. To sum up the last few years, I have to say, remarkable. Yes, there were days when things seemed a bit unclear, but it didn't remain that way. This entire relaunch and the process of rebranding was all worth-while, and I am delighted to share that Bliss Women is your Auntie's, sister, cousin, and girlfriend's health and wellness website magazine. But it's not your average website magazine; it is also an online community of support for women to gain better opportunities for a better and more sustainable lifestyle.   

I'm thrilled and honored to work with an amazing group of people who believe in the Bliss Women mission. They are a talented group, passionate about helping others and I couldn't be more grateful to have them along this journey with me. We are working hard to provide women with valuable content and reliable resources.

From the Bliss Women Mentorship Program to our Give Back initiative, we believe that we can create a positive impact in our communities, by educating, informing, and empowering women.  If we can impact a small group of woman, we can make a huge difference in her home and community. And that's just a sneak peek of Bliss Women's mission. 

I don't want to spoil all the details. Visit Bliss Women Magazine and see how you can get involved and share about the amazing things we're doing. 

I can't wait for you to join us and impact so many of the Bliss Women members. There will also be opportunities for people like YOU to get featured. It's going to be a wonderful journey. So, sign up, get involved, and tag along! 

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“People who love to eat are always the best people.” I totally agree! #foodie😋

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Like the colors of Spring (and these adorable macaroons), we can use it as a lovely reminder of how beautiful change can truly be.

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Me to myself: What are we going to do with all this future?

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Why Your Passion Just Isn't Enough

It amazes me to hear people's stories about how they found their passion and the changes it's made in their life. But, in there stories, we forget to explain that passion won't open doors. It's only a guide to get you to point A and point B.

If you're here, you are probably just like many of us, realizing that your passion is a desire and you're getting closer to your ultimate goal. And yet, you aren't sure where to go next or you're trying to monetize your passion and do it full time. 

That's how most of us start, using our passion as the main reason why we wake up every morning to create something better and different for the world, but not being honest with ourselves and aware that it's just not enough. 

In this post, I'm not going to give you the usual advice that you hear about your passion opening doors for you like no other. I'm here to bring attention to the truth about following your passion. 

Instant Success Doesn't Happen Because You Followed Your Passion

Come back to reality, please. I'm not sure if you realize it or not, but whoever told you that passion = instant success is completely wrong. 

Sadly, this idea and mindset have caused many people to either give up on what they enjoy doing or cause them to lose focus and consistency in what their hearts desire. There are so many entrepreneurs who set out to do what they love, believing that it will work out smoothly because of this 'passion' and later come to realize that it's just not that simple. 

Newsflash! We aren't paying attention to what you are passionate about. People are generally interested in how you can help them. Let alone, what your work ethic is. 

Not everyone is fortunate enough to figure out what they're passionate about. And to top it all off, it's even harder to get people to open their pockets to pay you for something that you find as your heart's passion. 

Why? Well, the issue is much bigger than that. We have to change our mindset. 

You have to start thinking about your overall goal and how you can create strategies based on your passion. Otherwise, what is your passion good for? How are you working towards your goals? 

If you are able to create a plan based on your passion and personal goals than you are able to shift your mindset to make your passion a little more than something you're excited about. 

Why Life Is So Much More Than Passion

Doing what you love is beautiful, but that's simply not going to cut it. You can aim to do what you love for a living but it can't be done blindly. What is your life's purpose? Yes, you have to find what you are passionate about in order to get to where you need to go but what are you trying to accomplish and why? 

Pursuing your passion is a stepping stone to something greater. You have to define your purpose and live a life that's meaningful to provide your family, and community something of value. 

And sometimes, even that's not enough. You have to realize that your life is so much more than passion. There has to be a connection between your passion and your life that will create results in the world. If you follow this mentality that your passion is enough, you won't' get very far. 

Begin to think outside of your passion and find your life's purpose that will ultimately connect the two. 

Following Your Passion is Just That. There's More Work To Be Done.

To piggyback off the points above, passion isn't the only thing you need in order to get to where you want to be in life. There are specific steps you have to take in order to fulfill a goal. Following your passion comes with work and with work, comes time. Whatever your passion is, you must be willing to do the work, no matter the length of time it takes. 

Volunteer at your local community center or church. Do the odd jobs and connect with people that inspire you while you are building on your passion. Take the time to follow your passion and find fulfillment in doing the work to get to that ultimate goal because this is where your passion meets your purpose and begins to become more than enough.

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Sitting here trying to decide how much longer I can keep my tree up. 🤔 #christmasneverends

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Ask yourself if what you’re doing today is getting you closer to where you want to be tomorrow. #createeveryday #creativelifehappylife

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We turned 2 today!

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Hope everyone enjoyed Christmas with their loved ones! I’m trying out my new mug and thanking God for his many blessings!🎄#merrychristmas

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A night at the ball. #TBT

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It’s the end of the month and I’m about 70% through 2018 in setting monthly goals. Have you set goals for 2018? I believe setting goals are essential to implementing your vision. It keeps you motivated and prepared for success. • “A dream written down with a date becomes a goal. A goal broken down into steps becomes a plan. A plan backed up by action makes your dream a reality.” #petitejoys #bossbabe

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"You have filled my heart with greater joy." What brings you joy? #livethelittlethings

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I love a good cookbook!! Thanks @tiamowry for this amazing cookbook filled with delicious and healthy recipes for everyone! FYI: I've had this book for sometime and forgot to share it with you guys. [totally worth the purchase] #cleaneating

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I think it's time for another adventure. 🛩 #girlslovetravel