Hey sweet friends,
Welcome to the BootyByMich monthly lifestyle newsletter.
Each month I’ll be sharing with you what books I’m reading, recipes I’m cooking, questions I ask myself, my favorite workout of the month, thoughts I’m having, products I like (no promoted ads here!) and more.
This is a full personal BootyByMich inspiration page as a go-to for staying inspired when it comes to fresh ideas to connect with your mind, body, and environment; from my world to yours.
CHECK OUT THE HOLIDAY SET
My holiday time is spent traveling back to Canada to be with family. Days are packed with running around doing errands, seeing people or just being at home with family lounging around, chatting, eating and being lazy.
When being at home for the holiday it is CRUCIAL for me to get my “me time” and is my non-negotiable time with myself for 30 minutes of movement or stretching. This not only helps me be more present, mindful and my better self (for myself) for my family but my body and mind thank me for it.
This is a plan to follow along to videos with minimal to no equipment needed to make movement and YOU time seamlessly fit into your day while still getting a stronger body and fresh mind.
This incredible full rounded program with Butter flows focusing on flexibility, relaxation promotes good digestion, calms the nervous system and decreases inflammation in the body during the holiday business. A curation of posture, deep core, A.S.S blasts and full body workouts always keeps the body guessing never allowing that plateau! Only a chiseled, long and strong body at the end of it all.
Find the Holiday Set in the Programs Page
How to Solve Your Own Murder
Kristen Perrin
Like I mentioned in the previous months, I’ve been switching up the book genre to more mystery/ thriller. I read quite a lot on our honeymoon, leaving some books in the library of hotels we stayed at for future visitors to stumble upon and read. This book I left in Seychelles, I LOVED IT! The second bookI am currently reading! It's quick witted, fast paced and written in the first person so I love getting a sense of the character!
First Lie Wins
Ashley Elston
This one I am currently reading! It's quick witted, fast paced and written in the first person so I love getting a sense of the character!
I have been feeling more introspective during the holidays. Asking myself questions like I have presented to you (see journal prompts) moving into the new year. Honestly, it's not always easy or comfortable to create time to check in with yourself, but it's important to. I have been feeling like some of my priorities are shifting and with that I am being kind and reminding myself that it's ok to feel what I am feeling as I explore new thoughts and feelings.
Getting back from our three week honeymoon of travel, adventure and exploring was good for my soul. Being off my cell phone, getting workouts in for my mind and body 30 min a day for some “me-time” (BBM videos kept me motivated.. so easy to follow) in all these new hotel gyms involved more creativity for movement. I DEFINITELY did not exercise like I do when I am in my routine at home (and DEFINITELY are incredible desserts most nights with PLEASURE lol) but damn, I am so proud of myself for continuing to move anyway I could for myself.
I could show you all the pictures taken while we're away.. but it won't do justice to the beauty that we saw. I am a huge beach person and Brody wanted a Safari so we created a great combo of beaches (travelling to the Indian ocean!!) and bush time in South Africa. Communication and collaboration is key and worth it :)
*Please keep in mind that all skin types are different.
This may not work for everyone, but this is what I use :)
There are five programs for you to focus on leading up to the new year, mix and match if you’d like!
All programs have journal prompts and recommended music playlists to lead you to create a stronger relationship with yourself on and off of the mat. Enjoy exploring your mind and body.
Towards the end of the year I tend to be introspective asking myself what I need to “refresh” in my life moving into the new year. Yes, January 1, 2025 is just another day but it can be a day where little shifts in your world can be made that add up to something healthier in the long run.Here are three examples….
1. social media cleanse. What is coming up for you on social media you don’t feel happy or good seeing? It's ok to unfollow,mute, block etc… create space if it is not bringing you joy. Be selfish when it comes to your mental health and energy.
2. people. Do you have the feeling of maybe needing to take a bit more space from a friendship? THAT’S OK. It is deeply important to communicate that and honour that you need some time to think, reflect and come back to the friendship or relationship that feels more right for you. Space is healthy, I believe it actually helps you see what you need and want (sometimes it takes a bit more time, longer than you thought you needed but everything happens in time).
3. the closet cleanse. BYE BYE to the clothes you haven’t worn in awhile (or have never worn..guilty?) DONATE THEM. Every few months I'll open my closet just staring at the clothes looking at what I have, and if it doesn't bring me joy or a sense of excitement to wear it I donate to local shelters, churches, etc...I am not even wanting to create space for new things, I realize I am just wanting to have less. Having less is more and that excites me right now..
We want to hear your story! Your motivation, authenticity and experience is worth sharing and I can’t wait to hear how you got started, where you are now, and what you are working towards, your experience with BootyByMich and how it has impacted your life. How long have you been a member for? One week, or over a year? What’s your BBM routine like? Share the vibe of your environment you create for yourself, any rituals you have before movements?!
You have the ability to share your ups and downs with us, and motivate us all. Send me a message to be spotlighted in the future. Pictures of progress can be sent too (I would love to see your progress, but no pressure at all!)
I am so excited to begin the new year with you all, continuing to grow this community all over the world!
You are my biggest motivation and I thank you for that.
Let’s ease into 2025 with patience, intention and enjoyment, as we build one block at a time for achieving a strong foundation for a long lasting healthy and happy way of living.
