Winter in Minnesota can be brutal. We are currently enjoying a short break from the bitter cold but it almost makes it harder – because we know very well that winter can last until June so it’s going to get cold again soon. That being said, winter is also an opportunity. And I kind of love that it’s in the …

Do you find yourself going back and forth between being incredibly passionate about your work and not being inspired to even open your emails? You're not alone. Life as a creative entrepreneur can be an emotional rollercoaster. One day you're working with the client of your dreams and then next you feel like you're in a complete dry spell. One day you could be inspired to write a brilliant blog post, and the next you're thinking you could never be as successful as others in your field…

Do you feel obsessed with social media? Find out why you keep picking up your phone every few minutes and how to finally stop.

"We never know how strong we are until those life changing moments but this is why your attitude is everything and it will see you through."

12 Reasons Why You Need a Personal Retreat - an infographic sharing why retreats are so great for you. Learn more about HOW to make your own retreats at makearetreat.com

It's totally normal as a creative person or creative business owner to go through times when you feel depressed and when you just can't create. Read about my experience and my tips to help you get out of it. | Jaimie Myers

7 Inspirational Videos I Always Return To from The House of Muses. Featuring J.K. Rowling, Neil Gaiman, Danielle Laporte, and David Foster Wallace.

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Signal vs. Noise: How to Decide What You Really Need to Succeed. Feeling bombarded on all sides by sales, must-have products, and number-one-solutions for business success? Here's how to listen to your own inner expert.

Welcome to this month’s edition of Perfect Picks, my friend! Each month, I’ll share a roundup of useful resources I’ve come across on the interwebs. Think: practical tips, thought-provoking blog posts, and #allthethings I've been loving lately... … about perfectionism and other topics many perfectionists struggle with Plus, some fun and entertainment too! Let’s get to it.

Let’s talk about why self-awareness is worth your very precious time and energy. What does someone with a lot on their plate get out of it? When I first began learning about mindfulness and the benefits of self-awareness it felt a little too good to be true. I aim to spend my time (always a practice) following Pareto’s Law …

Uncertainty in business leads to decision-making out of fear rather than confidence unless you keep your eye on how you're growing. Here's how.

Coping With Creative Burnout: How to Get Back On Your Feet When You're Stressed and Unmotivated. Think you're experiencing creative burnout? You might be feeling: exhausted, stressed, wrung out of ideas, inefficient, and isolated. Find out how we cope.

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This is the power of mind mapping: plotting out a framework on which to hang your thoughts. Just like the power of tidying and decluttering your house, mind mapping feels incredibly satisfying and freeing.

"We never know how strong we are until those life changing moments but this is why your attitude is everything and it will see you through."