My Heavy Heart
Part One
Show Notes for Building E.L.I.T.E. on Social
Published: October 29, 2024
Description: A dive into the journey of building E.L.I.T.E., balancing a busy life with passion, and discovering the power of social media scheduling tools.
1. Introduction to Building E.L.I.T.E. on Social Media
This episode explores the role of social media in sharing my passion project, E.L.I.T.E., and how it’s helping to build a community around shared goals. Social media isn’t just a tool for broadcasting content—it’s a way to genuinely connect with others on this journey.
2. Balancing a Full Life with Passion Projects
Between a full-time job, family responsibilities, and E.L.I.T.E., making time to stay consistent with social media has been a challenge.
Posting at specific times for new blogs and podcast releases has often been missed due to the busy weekday mornings, highlighting the need for a structured and consistent approach.
3. Discovering the Power of Scheduling
My social media journey taught me about the importance of using the right tools. By linking Instagram and Facebook, I unlocked the potential of Facebook Business Suite, which allows me to schedule posts across both platforms.
This has been a game-changer—now, I can batch my posts over the weekend, giving me peace of mind and allowing me to focus on content creation and family during the week.
4. Motivation and Key Takeaways
“Challenges mean you’re on the right path.” Each struggle in building E.L.I.T.E., whether it’s mastering content creation or navigating social media tools, has been a learning step toward progress.
“Success isn’t just about doing; it’s about creating habits.” Developing a consistent schedule for posts has helped make social media a manageable and rewarding part of my weekly routine.
Quote of the Episode:
“By giving people the power to share, we’re making the world more transparent.” – Mark Zuckerberg
Part Two
Show Notes for My Heavy Heart
Published: October 31, 2024
Description: A heartfelt episode reflecting on the challenges of balancing personal grief with the journey of E.L.I.T.E., exploring ways to process sadness with compassion and grace.
1. Opening: Acknowledging the Hard Days
This week brought unexpected, deep sadness that’s been hard to shake. Life doesn’t always align with our plans, and some days are heavy—reminders that we’re human, even amidst our goals with E.L.I.T.E.
2. Balancing Personal Life with E.L.I.T.E.
Though E.L.I.T.E. is a passion, life’s realities can spill over, affecting every part of our journey. Speaking openly about these feelings, despite being unsure about sharing details, reflects the importance of honesty on this personal journey.
3. The Weight of Uncertainty and Hope
This experience brought conflicting emotions: profound sadness mixed with a sliver of hope. Facing future uncertainties has been a challenge, leading to quiet, reflective moments—sometimes even late-night tears.
4. Honoring Grief and Finding Grace in the Process
I’m committed to carrying this grief with grace, seeking peaceful moments that can bring a bit of light to heavy days. Practical steps, like a quiet walk or time in nature, are small ways to feel lifted, even if just for a moment.
5. Self-Compassion in Difficult Times
Emphasizing the importance of being gentle with oneself in moments of sadness, acknowledging that it’s okay not to have it all together. The quote of the blog encapsulates this: “Heavy hearts, like heavy clouds in the sky, are best relieved by the letting of a little water.” — Christopher Morley.
Closing Thought:
If you’re facing sadness, know you’ll overcome it, just as I hope to find my way through this heaviness. Let’s keep moving forward, with grace and gentleness.