SPRING INTO GROWTH
Plant Seeds for Success with:
Intentional Choices
“Start small with intentional actions, and over time, you’ll see the results.”
Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to plant seeds of growth—not just in your garden, but in your life. Just like a garden thrives with care, you can grow too when you focus on what matters. By planting the right seeds—whether that’s new goals, habits, or experiences—you create space for growth and positive change.
This April, instead of just focusing on spring cleaning, let’s get excited about cultivating growth in our lives. Say "yes" to the things, people, and experiences that align with your values and goals, and watch as they push out distractions and negative habits. It’s all about creating space for what is important to you.
Start by reflecting on the first three months of the year:
What progress have you made toward your goals?
What’s been achieved, and what still needs work?
What roadblocks did you encounter, and how can you overcome them?
Once you’ve reflected, let’s dive into the changes you can make moving forward.
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Setting goals is a great first step, but to move forward, you need a plan. The SMART framework can help:
Specific: What exactly do you want to achieve?
Measurable: Track your progress with a journal or app.
Achievable: Break big goals into small steps.
Relevant: Focus on goals that matter to you.
Time-bound: Set deadlines to avoid procrastination.
Try this: Take 5 minutes and write down one goal using the SMART framework.
You can also join the Black Queens Elevate Private Group:
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The more you understand your finances, the more control you’ll have over your future.
Review your finances: Check bank balances, credit card statements, and savings.
Track your spending and cut unused subscriptions.
Automate small savings with regular transfers to a savings account or investment fund.
Create a spending plan. Ask yourself: What do I really want to spend money on? And where can I redirect funds to align with my goals?
Try this: Spend 30 minutes reviewing your finances today.
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If your mind feels cluttered, mindfulness can help create mental space. Start with just five minutes a day to feel more centered.
Focused Breathing: Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 4. Focus on your breath and gently bring your mind back when it wanders.
5-4-3-2-1 Grounding: Identify 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, and 1 you can taste.
Mindful Listening: Close your eyes and focus on the surrounding sounds.
Gratitude: Write down or reflect on 3 things you're grateful for each day.
Try this: Set aside 5 minutes today to practice mindful breathing or grounding.
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Spring isn’t just a change in the weather; it also affects your energy, mood, and sleep. The best way to reset your body? Move it!
Morning Stretch or Yoga: Start your day with a stretch or follow a short yoga routine.
Daily Walk: A 15-minute walk can boost your mood, energy, and heart health.
Solo Dance Party: Dance to your favorite song to improve coordination, flexibility, and mood.
Try this: Yoga for Black Women
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24JodmJ_v3I&list=PLNI96gxBqMMsBe9QV-3TSiie1qvbE3e4r&index=19
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Focus on relationships that uplift and energize you. Let go of the ones that drain you or add no value.
Spend time with people who inspire and energize you.
Make time for a quick coffee date or send a text to check in with someone you care about.
Unfollow social media accounts that bring you down.
Try this: Reach out to a friend or family member for a quick check-in today.
This April, focus on planting seeds for your personal growth. Start small with intentional actions, and over time, you’ll see the results. Whether it’s improving your finances, setting goals, practicing mindfulness, or connecting with others, every small step will bring you closer to the life you want.
Try this: Pick one area to focus on this month and take one small action today. You’ve got this!
Must-Attend Events
Spring is the perfect time to refocus, realign, and take action toward what matters most. As you reflect on your progress so far this year, consider how new experiences can help you grow.
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Multiple times
Vandermeer Nursery & Garden Centre, 588 Lake Ridge Road #S Ajax, ON L1Z 1X3
$15.26
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7:00pm - 10:00pm
St. Francis Centre for Community, Arts and Culture, 78 Church Street South Ajax, ON L1S6B3
$38.61
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12:30pm - 5:00pm
Deer Creek Golfe, 2700 Audley Rd, Ajax, ON L1Z 1T7
EARLY BIRD $150.00
REGULAR $180.00
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written by Nickisha Rashid.