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People so often underestimate how hard it is to make real changes
The “what to do” stuff is literally everywhere — on Google results, in Pinterest searches, during an Instagram scroll session...coaches run ads on social media all the time. Then why don’t we just DO IT!? Well, that’s where things get sticky...
Dawn Hollister
Sep 252 min read


Choose one habit you already know will move you in the right direction
September feels like the perfect time for a challenge! Choose literally just ONE HABIT you already know will move you in the right direction this month, and maybe this entire season.
Dawn Hollister
Sep 42 min read


Mom's Little Black Dress Project: doable & realistic transformation
Let me guess—you’re busy, juggling a million things, & the thought of adding another ‘to-do’ feels impossible. I’ve been there, so that’s...
Dawn Hollister
Aug 141 min read


Focus on what actually moves the needle
You may not realize it, but you've probably heard some variation of this "rule" ...and it’s probably also happening in your life without you even being totally aware of it.
Here it is: The Pareto Principle (sometimes also called the 80/20 Rule)—and it basically states that 80% of your results come from just 20% of your efforts.
Dawn Hollister
May 82 min read


Enter: The 2 Day Rule
You know those stretches of time when life seems to be throwing one obstacle after another in your path? That's when you need a 2-Day Rule.
Dawn Hollister
Feb 133 min read


Remind yourself how powerful being playful can be
How much more would you enjoy your habits if you gamified them?
Dawn Hollister
Jan 232 min read


Decision Fatigue can be a REAL problem
Research shows that overloading ourselves actually makes it much harder to stick with new habits.
Dawn Hollister
Jan 92 min read


Before you assign yourself a big list of goals...
I hope you're enjoying the last few moments of the holiday season! I spent New Year's Eve as I often do...watching movies and NYE...
Dawn Hollister
Jan 24 min read


“Should-ing” ourselves through the holiday season
Back before I dove so deeply into my own health, I felt that busy or indulgent seasons in my life always felt like a circus balancing act...
Dawn Hollister
Dec 12, 20242 min read


Holidays: strike a balance that's right for you
Real talk: saying “no” to family or friends around the holidays can be pretty tough. ● Saying “no thanks” to food you don't want at...
Dawn Hollister
Dec 5, 20242 min read


Take this as your sign to keep going
So, you ate more than you planned … Now what? Most people will: ● Mentally beat themselves up with self talk like... “Why do I always...
Dawn Hollister
Nov 7, 20242 min read


Owning your power to make a difference
Let’s take a moment to talk about accountability, especially since many people still don't get it right. Which really is too bad...
Dawn Hollister
Aug 1, 20242 min read


THIS is how you achieve ANYTHING that’s important to you
If you keep setting health and fitness goals that fizzle out before you see results, this framework will be nothing short of...
Dawn Hollister
Jun 27, 20242 min read


Find a way to enjoy the process
This might be hard for you to hear, but… 👉 Big changes in your health and fitness takes time. That means you probably won't see major...
Dawn Hollister
Jun 13, 20242 min read


Time to set your rules
If you have never set rules around your NON-NEGOTIABLES, now is the time! If you don't, you could be missing out on one of your best...
Dawn Hollister
Jun 6, 20242 min read


How obstacles become opportunities
You know I am all about POSITIVE ACTION, right? Basically, focusing on the actions that will move you toward whatever it is that you...
Dawn Hollister
Jan 4, 20242 min read


Ask yourself these reflection questions
I’ve got a GREAT mindset exercise that’ll help you: Set amazing new goals for 2024, and even more importantly, Give you the power to...
Dawn Hollister
Dec 28, 20232 min read


Six Ways We Sabotage Results
It’s a special time of year ... with celebrations, traditions, and festivities galore. Which is awesome. BUT ... there’s something...
Dawn Hollister
Dec 14, 20233 min read


Make your January self happy
Let’s talk comfort zones…They're cozy. Familiar. Safe. Sometimes even deceptively inviting. Especially at times of the year when there...
Dawn Hollister
Dec 7, 20232 min read


Motivation: Set the bar low... (no, I mean it!)
Here’s something I hear a lot… “I just can’t get motivated.” Or another one… “I’m going to start working out again when I get my...
Dawn Hollister
Nov 30, 20232 min read
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