Elevate Your Everyday: A Mid-Year Check-In Challenge for a More Elegant Life
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If the idea of crafting a more elegant life sounds interesting to you, I encourage you to revisit this space often. You may also be intrigued by my annual Elevate Your Everyday Challenge. What is that? It’s my signature 31 day new year challenge focused on creating a vision for your most elegant year yet.
I am fortunate to share this time with wonderful likeminded women from around the world — it’s a special time I look forward to each year. Together, we define our personal values, set smart goals toward accomplishing our dreams and identify small, ingenious habits we can add to our day to create what we all strive for: a more elegant life.
If that sounds interesting to you, send me a quick note to join the waitlist for next year and check back often to read my monthly recaps as I share my own journey in creating my most elegant year yet for inspirations and ideas you can use on your own elegant journey!
As we reach the mid-year mark, it’s the perfect time to take a moment to reflect on our journeys and realign our intentions. The New Year often brings with it a surge of motivation to create the lives we desire, especially for ambitious women, like yourself, who are seeking to cultivate elegance in everyday life.
However, as the months roll on, it's easy to lose sight of those aspirations amidst our busy schedules! If you’re feeling a bit off track or ready to reignite your passion for elegance, this 5-day mid-year check-in challenge is designed just for you!
The Elevate Your Everyday Mid-Year Reset Challenge
DAY 1: Reflection and Realignment
The first step to resetting your routine and embracing elegance is reflection. Take a quiet moment to sit with your thoughts. Grab a journal or your favorite notebook, and ask yourself: What goals did I set at the beginning of the year? What has been working, and what has not?
Acknowledge your accomplishments, no matter how small. Perhaps you've integrated a more sophisticated wardrobe or have taken the time to arrange beautiful dining experiences at home. Celebrate these achievements!
Next, consider the areas where you can improve. Set three specific, actionable goals that resonate with your vision of elegance. Maybe you want to practice more self-care, declutter your living space, or enhance your daily routines. Whatever your goals may be, write them down, and keep them visible as a daily reminder of your intentions.
Day One Challenge Activity:
Set aside 15 minutes to reflect of your year so far. Use these prompts to get started:
What goal(s) did I set for myself at the beginning of the year? What goals have I achieved? Where is progress stalling?
How is my daily routine helping or holding me back from achieving my goals? What’s working? What’s not?
Celebrate your achievements so far!
Set 3 SMART Goals to help you end the year on a high note.
SMART Goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-Bound. What can you accomplish in these next 6 months?
Share your SMART goal with a friend for accountability. One of the reasons why I love our Elevate Your Everyday Challenge group is that we have a built-in network of likeminded women who can cheer each other on throughout the year!
DAY 2: Declutter Your Space
An elegant life begins with an organized and serene environment. Today, dedicate your energy to decluttering a specific area in your home or workspace. Choose a room or space that feels chaotic or neglected.
Clear out items that no longer serve your purpose or bring joy. Embrace the philosophy of quality over quantity; let go of those things that compromise the feeling of elegance you wish to cultivate.
Once you’ve decluttered, it’s time to elevate your space. Invest in elegant storage solutions that align with your aesthetic. A beautifully arranged bookshelf, chic storage bins, or handcrafted pottery can turn clutter into a polished presentation of your personal style, seamlessly combining functionality with elegance.
Day Two Challenge Activity:
Spend 15 minutes decluttering one problem spot.
Schedule a donation pick-up. Set aside time to go through your closet and remove items from your fall/winter wardrobe that no longer fit, need repair, or no longer fit your style. Donate clothes or make an appointment to have items dry cleaned and repaired. Once the weather turns, you’ll be glad you did!
Add a bouquet of fresh flowers to your favorite room for an instant pick-me-up!
DAY 3: Elevate Your Daily Routine
Daily routines are often where elegance can easily slip away. Identify one mundane aspect of your routine that could use a touch of sophistication. For instance, consider how you can enhance your morning ritual.
If you savor that first cup of coffee, make it an experience rather than a chore. Invest in artisanal coffee beans, use a French press, or serve it in your finest china. By treating this daily act with reverence, you begin to embrace elegance.
Alternatively, think about how you dress for daily tasks. Regardless of your obligations, adopt a wardrobe that reflects elegance and confidence. Choose outfits that flatter you and reflect your personal style, making even mundane errands feel special.
Day Three Challenge Activity:
Take 15 minutes to review your daily morning and evening routine. What do you need to adjust to help you achieve your goals and create a more elegant life? Remember, elegance can be defined as simple and ingenious. What small changes can you make to infuse more elegance into your life? Not sure where to start? Try one of these 31 elegant ideas to get started.
Need ideas for how to create a more elegant morning? Read my Ultimate Guide and get your check list here!
DAY 4: Mindful Moments
In our fast-paced lives, it’s essential to carve out time for mindfulness. Today, commit to incorporating mindful moments into your routine. Set aside 10-15 minutes for a peaceful break in the day.
This could be a meditation session, a leisurely walk in nature, or simply enjoying a cup of tea in a tranquil corner of your home. Focus on the small details around you: the scent of your tea, the colors of nature, or the cozy ambiance of your space.
Practicing mindfulness helps to foster a deeper connection with the beauty of everyday moments and allows you to experience life more fully. Remember, elegance isn’t just about appearances; it’s also about how you feel and interact with the world around you.
Day Four Challenge Activity:
Make a habit of scheduling a 15 minute afternoon break. Schedule it into your calendar so you are reminded to actually take a break. What simple activity helps you to reset? A cup of tea? A brisk walk? A few minutes in the garden? Use this time to step away from the screens and demands of life to give your mind a break and renew your spirits.
Write a thank you note. Practicing gratitude has many mind-enhancing benefits! Why not take a few minutes to write a hand-written thank you note? Learn how to write the perfect thank you note with my timeless tips.
DAY 5: Connection and Celebration
The final day of our challenge is about reconnecting with others and celebrating your journey toward elegance. Reach out to someone who inspires you, whether it's a close friend, family member, or fellow ambitious woman.
Schedule a coffee date, an elegant lunch, or even a virtual chat to catch up. Share your goals, successes, and the challenges you've faced. This exchange can reignite your passion and provide you with the support needed to stay committed to living elegantly.
As you nurture connections with others, remember that community enriches our lives in ways we often overlook. Celebrating your progress with others not only strengthens your resolve but also inspires those around you to embrace their elegance.
Day Five Challenge Activity:
Members of the annual Elevate Your Everyday Challenge are invited to join me for a virtual coffee chat! I’m so excited to hear about our member’s accomplishments and how their year has gone so far.
Not yet a member? Leave a comment and share your biggest accomplishment! I am always here to celebrate with you!
As we navigate through the second half of the year, remember that cultivating an elegant life is an ongoing journey rather than a destination. By participating in this 5-day mid-year check-in challenge, you can reset your routines, realign your intentions, and embrace the elegance that defines you.
If you’re intent on creating a more elegant life, I invite you to send me a quick note to join the waitlist for next year’s Elevate Your Everyday: 31 Day New Year Challenge! I would love for you to join our community as we inspire each other to create an intentional, elegant life.
Remember, tru elegance lies in the details and the choices we make daily. With purposeful reflection, decluttered spaces, elevated routines, mindful moments, and meaningful connections, you'll find that each day can be filled with beauty and grace.
It’s never too late to elevate your everyday life. Embrace this opportunity, and let your journey toward elegance continue to unfold with ease and grace!
What has been your biggest accomplishment this year? What challenges or roadblocks are you experiencing? What does an elegant life look like to you? Share your thoughts and let’s inspire each other!