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Love that "avoid taking the first think". As an overthinker that's definitely something I should remember! And I noticed those same differences by the way, as a Belgian now living in NZ. The "let me check my agenda" when wanting to meet and then they have a space for you in two weeks time. Here in NZ people just call you in the morning "want to do something today?" So different

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Yesss. Stopping overthinking in its tracks is so hard! I struggle with it too! Regarding planning, the culture in NZ sounds nice! I have lots of expat friends in Amsterdam, and most of the Mediterranean ones are more like what you’ve experienced in NZ. I think it’s nice too!

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I love reading your weekly journals about Artists Way. No I didn’t get my book yet coz I’m working with a book on inner child work right now. Once I finish it, I’ll start Artist Way for sure and will definitely tag you or chat with you about my thoughts.😄

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I’m glad you like the reflections! Sounds like an interesting book you’re reading, what’s it called?

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The Inner Child Workbook by Catheryn L Taylor. I’ve just started and I’m planning to share about it soon.

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Oh. Can’t wait! I’m going to add it to my list as well!

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Grew up with a multicultural background and have had multicultural relationships.

As with every other area of life, adaptability and finding joy in the new, makes a massive, positive difference😎

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It does indeed! I think it keeps things interesting, for sure!

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Love this! I also love your sketch of the canal houses! I have so many similar tiny sketches from when I lived there. It's such a sketchable city 😂 I also feel you so much on the desire for a digital detox and yet needing to be contactable by our family. Gosh, it's so hard. I hope you have the best time in Turkey! 💜

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Thank you, Cassie! I tried the digital detox, but by the end of day 1 I already had to be reached by my brother, so it was a fail. I was aiming to unplug while I’m here in Turkey, but it’s not happening. I will try small detoxes each week, like 24 hours or even 12 to see how it goes.

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Ach, I feel you. It's so hard. Sending you lots of love on this tender journey 💜

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Sep 13Liked by Alexis Damen

I love this review of the Artist's Way! I love the book, so transformative, but it does require a commitment. 😄

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It does indeed! But I’m already wondering what I’ll do with the time once I’m done. I like having a routine like this. Thanks for reading! 🫶

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Eat, sleep, repeat Alexis … if it’s working simply stretch the goals and carry on 👊🏻🎉😎

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Thanks, Mark!

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