Look, I realize we’re all struggling in some way right now. Whether it’s a sick family member, fear of getting sick yourself, the emotional strain of social distancing, fear of (or actual) job loss, having to push harder to keep your business alive, working on the...
Uplevel Your 2020: 20 Recommended Books on Personal Development, Productivity, Health, and Business
As a child, one of my favorite things to do was build a “fort” of sheets in the corner of the living room between two couches, and hide away with as many books as I could find and a bag of Chex Mix and glass of fruit punch (I know! Look at me now!). My favorite...
The Power of Positive Reflection (and 2019 Celebrations!)
Have you ever set a goal, tried really hard to reach it, but you didn’t quite hit it? If so, what happens? If you’re like most people, you beat yourself up over not getting there. That feels pretty demotivating, so you might have even gotten...
7 Things I Learned from Finishing a Half Ironman
The Challenge I thrive on challenge. Moving through life comfortably without really having to push yourself might be appealing to some, but feeling like I am constantly growing and expanding my own possibilities is what keeps me energized. Plus, I believe that...
The 10 Best Books I Read in 2018
You likely already know that I love reading. In fact, I often say that if I could create a dream job (aside from the one I already have!), I’d have it revolve around reading. That said, entrepreneurship is busy, and it’s easy to not make time to get in the things...
How Stress is Impacting Your Life & Health
We all live busy lives, and we all have stressful things happen sometimes. Fortunately or unfortunately, that’s just part of life these days, and a little bit of stress (with recovery in between) actually has some benefits for our health. But significant, chronic...
2017 Recap and Thank You
The video says it all … THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! A few things I mentioned: Lyons’ Share Coaching Academy Lyons’ Share Reset starting January 8th January Shape Up starting January 27th Book Megan Lyons as a speaker for your business or organization Free...
Small Things, and 2015 Thank You!
Happy Motivation Monday! Today we're going to focus on not sweating the small stuff, while ensuring that we enjoy the little things. I was thinking this morning about two motivational thoughts, that at first seem to conflict, but that can actually support each other...
Be A Dreamer
Today is the Boston Marathon, a historic and exciting day for everyone in the running community, so for Motivation Monday today, I had to choose a quote by a runner! I love this quote from Lauren Fleshman, one of my favorite American runners: Regardless of whether...
Healthy Changes Take Time … and That’s OK
Happy Motivation Monday! Today's topic is very near and dear to my heart, but there are messages for YOU to take away also. Enjoy! A few weeks ago, I received an email from my father-in-law that brought tears to my eyes (more on that at the end). Then, last week,...