Brit Haines
Brit Haines is a freelance writer, urban gardener, and book nerd. She created http://bewrit.com/ in 2015, where creative people head to find motivation and actionable tips. Follow her on Twitter @be_writ to stay updated.
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17 Things I’m Thankful for This Year
A time for gratitude, Thanksgiving is a holiday characterized (for most) by family and food. Pilgrims and Indians aside, it’s also a reminder to give thanks and show our gratitude each and every day through the year because you never know which day is your last. I practice gratitude daily, keeping a list of things I’m grateful for, and I wholeheartedly believe that showing thanks can benefit our lives in some pretty amazing ways. Some are silly, some seriously life-changing, Continue Reading
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5 Reasons Fall is the Ultimate Creative Season
That's right, fall is officially here! Bring out the pumpkin spiced everything, loads of cozy sweaters, globs of hot beverages, and my personal favorite, a freshly bound notebook to let those creative juices flow! Not only is fall my favorite season, it's the best time of the year to pick up a creative project. If there were a most creative and inspiring time of the year, fall would be it. In fact, research proves that nature inspires creativity (which is another reason fall is the ultimate Continue Reading
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How do you know you need a new morning routine?
Mornings are your most productive time of the day. Your willpower is the strongest, your cognitive abilities are at their peak, and your daily mindset is molded. There's so much at stake. Research has proven just how important mornings are to our well-being, and how we choose to spend our mornings, our routines, directly relate to our ability to remain motivated and healthy. And one of the best parts of a morning routine, a habit, is that they allow you to complete the tasks you want and Continue Reading
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How Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies Will Help You Stay Motivated
Gretchen Rubin, if you don't already know, is the author of The Happiness Project, a book I personally adore that can also be found in the library tab if you want to check it out. She writes on happiness, habits, and human nature, and her newest book, Better Than Before, takes understanding what it means to be us to the next level. In her newest work, Gretchen introduces her framework of the Four Tendencies that distinguish how people tend to respond to both outer and inner expectations. What Continue Reading
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27 Uplifting Life Quotes To Celebrate Emma Watson’s Birthday
Today (April 15th) is the 27th birthday of beloved actress, model, and activist Emma Watson. Born on Easter Sunday (1990) in Paris, France, Watson was raised in England before taking on her memorable role of Hermoine Granger in the Harry Potter films at the young age of 10. While the star has since moved on from the Harry Potter franchise to build her own career, this boss lady has become a role model around the globe. She also happens to have made a number of inspirational and uplifting statements Continue Reading
