We can’t believe we’re saying it, but HAPPY NEW YEAR, friends!
It seems like most of the world believes 2021 is going to be infinitely better than 2020, but we’re going to let you in on a little secret:
Whether this year is good or bad depends entirely on YOU.
That’s right. Even if it’s another year of mask-wearing, social distancing, natural disasters, and murder hornets, you can still make this the best year of your life.
How?
We’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite Modestshoppin Movement podcast episodes to help you get started.
Brigitte’s Rule of 3
Got a long list of “to-do” items overwhelming you? Simplify your life by whittling it down to just THREE THINGS you can tackle each day.
In this episode, Brigitte shares how this simple practice has transformed everything from her relationships, to her health, to her business, and beyond.
She also shares how she prioritizes her list for maximum efficiency. (Hint: you’re going to want to invest in a journal or a notebook.)
“I promise you that (doing) a little bit each day will help you be more successful, happy and fulfilled in life with your goals,” Brig says.
Click here to listen to the full episode.
And for Brigitte's free daily productivity page, click here.
AT WHAT COST?!?
You might think that being a modest clothing designer is all sunshine and rainbows … but there’s a lot that goes into building a successful business.
In case you haven’t learned this already, you should know that everything comes with a cost — which is a lesson Jason and Brigitte have learned through growing a business and a family at the same time.
“This isn’t to say that you shouldn’t push yourself and strive to be better and to do things that you’ve always wanted to do, but … not at the cost of the things that are most important to you,” says Brig.
To hear how the Shamys strike a healthy balance with life’s demands, click here to listen to the full episode.
New Years Resolution Shmezolution
You’ve probably heard the popular phrase, “New Year, New You!” But is that really how it works? (Can you even remember the resolutions you made last year?)
It might surprise you to learn that Jason and Brigitte don’t make New Year’s resolutions. *GASP*
Instead, they have a different way of doing things that sets them up for long term success.
“The secret to life, a happy marriage, a successful business is …”
Well, we’re not going to spoil it. Click here to listen to the full episode!
Brigitte opens up about FITNESS & DIETS!
Who wouldn’t want to get health and fitness advice from a clothing designer and former Olympian? (Just to clear the air, we’re talking about Brigitte here, not Jason. Though he has good advice, too.)
While you won’t be hearing her endorse any particular diets (she famously abhors them), Brig does share her tips for eating foods you like while losing weight — and gaining energy!
“There’s a difference between being fit and being healthy,” she says.
Click here to listen to the full episode.
And if you really want to take things to the next level, join the SexyModest private fitness group!
9 ways to turn a bad day into a good one
Sometimes in life, things just don’t go your way. We all have those days when it feels like everything is working against us — but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Practicing these 9 simple tips from Brig and Jase can help salvage any day for you in 2021.
Wondering what Brigitte does after a long, hard day? Click here to listen to the full episode.
Get comfortable being uncomfortable
Do you really want to make this a year you won’t forget? Time to get outside of your comfort zone!
In this episode, Jason and Brigitte share how discomfort is necessary for growth and offer suggestions for recognizing these opportunities.
“Everything you want, everything you would be proud of, is on the other side of fear,” says Jason.
Can you guess what Modestshoppin’s biggest fear is?
Click here to listen to the full episode.
8 tips to be a confident woman
Did you know confidence isn’t something you’re born with? It’s a SKILL you have to learn. And Brigitte is here to share her secrets for holding your head up high in a world full of judgment and comparison. (a.k.a. Instagram.)
Whether it’s taking time for self care or knowing when to say “no,” Brig teaches all the ladies out there how to own their lives and live them to the fullest.
“Start figuring out what your purpose is — what this world needs from you — and then go do it,” she says.
For all 8 tips, click here to listen to the full episode.
Supreme confidence for you and your kiddos
Confidence isn’t just for the ladies out there. In this episode, Mr. Modestshoppin shares his take on how to raise confident kids — without turning them into complete self-absorbed nightmares. (And you know you can take his advice because his confidence is pretty apparent in those @mrmodestshoppin reels.)
Jase talks about how his parents instilled confidence within him early on in his life and his advice for what parents should tell their kids every day.
“There’s plenty of people that don’t like you, and you know what? It doesn’t matter,” he says.
“Nobody is liked by everybody. Do you.”
Click here to listen to the full episode.
12 momentous tips (parts 1 and 2)
Finally, if you’re looking for a way to gain some momentum in this new year of your life, look no further than these last two podcast episodes we’re going to share.
12 momentous tips Part 1 and Part 2 will help you gain control of your daily routine through simple steps Brig and Jase follow every day.
“If you’ll do the thing that you know that should, or the thing that will make you the most proud, you will stand taller. You will build confidence one brick at a time,” says Jason.
“We don’t care if it’s baby steps or micro baby steps… Just start doing the little things daily to change your life and to get momentum,” says Brig.
For the full list of 12 tips, be sure to listen to both Part 1 and Part 2.
We want to hear what you think!
Jason and Brigitte shared a lot of good tips for turning your life around, but now we want to hear from YOU. What thoughts do you have about these episodes? What would you like to see covered on the podcast next?
Send your comments and questions to ask@sexymodest.com and you could be featured on the next Modestshoppin Movement podcast episode!
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Thank you for your support — and here’s to a happy and healthy 2021!