Have you ever noticed how you have a lot less energy around certain people after talking to them? Have you ever had one of those days where you feel like you were solving problems all day, but nothing got done, … Read the rest
Author: R. L. Bowen
Motivation Monday: Do “Former Procrastinators” Even Exist?
Every so often, I’ll come across an article or book that talks about the “former procrastinator,” like ” Confessions of a former procrastinator: 10 tips for becoming a Time Management Master by Will Chou. And, with no offence to the … Read the rest
Announcement: Penny Lazzari Thompson’s Novel Oceans Away Is Now Available!
It’s official, and I’m so proud. One of my dearest long-term developmental editing clients has published the first novel in her Cherry Woods series. Oceans Away by Penny Lazzari is now available for purchase on Amazon.com in paperback form. This … Read the rest
Motivation Monday: Top Ten Ways I Manage Overwhelm
Life gets really hard sometimes, doesn’t it? I know there are times when I’m feeling overwhelmed. Here are the things I do most often to manage overwhelm before it sidetracks my efforts and leaves me frozen.
1. I Make Sure
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Ronda Bowen’s May 2026 Life Update – Is It a Comeback?
It’s been a hot minute since I’ve posted an update in these parts. Rest assured, though, I’ve been here. I’ve been working to get the last baby to kindergarten age. My novels have been a point of focus. I’ve been … Read the rest
How I Organize My Life Part 1: PARA
I received a question on LinkedIn in response to my post on Just A Secular Homeschooler, “What We’re Doing for 5th Grade for the 2024-2025 School Year,” asking how I keep track of everything. While I answered that question in … Read the rest
What I’ve Been Working On: July 2024 Edition
It’s been too long since I last updated this blog, which is a shame. A lot has changed since then. For example, I now have five children; the oldest has graduated from college and graduate school with an MFA degree, … Read the rest
Things That Inspire Me
This is Post 9 of a 31-Day Blogging Challenge hosted by the Ultimate Blog Challenge.
I already mentioned that I like the outdoors. Taking time for downtime always leads to inspiration for me. Rather though than write an essay, … Read the rest
Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset
This is Post 8 of a 31-Day Blogging Challenge hosted by the Ultimate Blog Challenge.
Probably the most useful piece of information I’ve gotten that has helped me with combatting anxiety has been learning the difference between having a … Read the rest
Just Add the Outdoors
This is Post 7 of a 31-Day Blogging Challenge hosted by the Ultimate Blog Challenge.
As a kid, I spent hours in my backyard. We were lucky enough to grow up with a huge yard that backed up to … Read the rest