Hey,

Welcome to the newly named Life Notes Newsletter (Huge thank you to Alexandra @lmaxle_g, Weronika @zimnotutaj, Jessi @hellojessicawilliams who chose this name - a bunch of in sync beings) - a newsletter filled with actionable notes on life.

Updates

Did you catch the video on one way to change your productivity system to be more effective or my latest "weekly diary" on Instagram @muchelleb?

Something to think on in your week:

Do you create invisible boundaries and expectations and find yourself frustrated when people don't meet or cross them?

Is your friend inconsiderate or have you never let them know that you don't love "drop-in hellos"?

Is your partner thoughtless or have you never mentioned how much it would mean if they put in effort on your anniversary?

Is your colleague the worst - or have you never expressed that you're not one for long morning chats?

You can't expect people to know about your boundaries and expectations unless you express them.

A quote to support your thinking:

• “I’d estimate at least half of my frustrations with others are actually frustrations with myself for failing to set clear boundaries and stand by them.” — James Clear

Action steps to consider:

• Think through where you feel resentful, bitter or frustrated in your relationships at home, at work and in your friendship circle/s. Write down a list of your boundaries and expectations that you need to start communicating in the New Year. This book on non-violent communication* might help.

Appreciate you,

Michelle

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