Earlier in the week I said I'm giving myself permission to chill but there's one thing I always do at the end of the year (and probably always will): an end of year/beginning of year planning/soul searching/reflection session It's so important to dwell in moments as...
Give Yourself Permission To Chill
Hey, how are you going? It's the countdown to the end of the year; Christmas is so close you can smell the delicious baked goods, the frantic search for New Year's plans is upon us, the craziness of the shops is evident, the Christmas tunes and decorations are on...
The Power of Intention Setting versus Goal Setting
When I was 23 I had never had a serious boyfriend.Sure, there had been interest, I'd had a string of very non-serious relationships, a few brief flings, and more than enough mild flirtation but, after a particularly blerg-worthy series of events, I was over it. I sat...
Enjoying The Journey Is Such a Cliche (for a very good reason)
In my television life, the word journey has become a total cliche, to faux pas proportions. If you say it, you'll most certainly be met with a chorus of eye-rolling and groans. Reality show contestants never shut up about their damn journey. But everyone keeps...
How Opposites Attract To Help You See a Bigger Picture
A few weeks ago I was chatting to my parents on Skype about getting through my current job and while looking forward to exciting things that felt so far away. One thing I love about my parents is that they have two totally different ways of approaching life and,...
How To Find Your Kick Ass People
When I sit and think about what makes my life amazing, about 90% of it comes down to the ridiculously incredible relationships I have. Sure, stuff is awesome. Coffee makes me endlessly happy. Snuggling in bed rocks. And don't get me started on sun walks. But people,...
3 Things Making My Life More Beautiful Right Now
As if the message of The Beauty of Life couldn't be clearer, I've decided to - every so often - acknowledge different things that are really lighting my fire. You know how those things tend to come into your life exactly when you need them?! And sometimes when you...
What the F*** Am I Doing With My Life?
PIN FOR LATER: Do you ever feel like you're not quite sure what you're supposed to be doing with your life? Like you're standing at a crossroads and not entirely sure which way to go? The uncertainty, the indecision, how do you know which is the right choice to...
The Day I Threw Out My Plan And Started Again
PIN FOR LATER: Hi and welcome to the first post here on katherinemackenziesmith.com. I can't even begin to explain how it feels to finally be writing again after months of working on bringing this idea to life. And, trust me, there is still a LONG way to go. But,...