Summer Shenanigans

Create and Execute a READING LIST

Why?

Have you ever heard "you are your environment" ?

I sure have!! This got me thinking.. I can't always surround myself with successful people or especially millionaires..how do I make them my environment? SOLUTION: Read about them, read their books, read their blogs, ect. See their advice and how they think. Guess what? Several successful people have stated they read AT LEAST one self-development book a month. Maybe you should too..

My Suggestions? This are my personal MUST reads. Still trying to get through this list but my #bossbabes and mentors have suggested these. These are great for self-development and #bossbabe food for thought.

• You Are a Badass By Jen Sincero 
• #GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso
• I am THAT girl by Alexis Jones
• START by Jon Acuff
• Go Pro by Eric Worre
• The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy
• Contagious by Jonah Berger
• Girl Code by Cara Alwill Leyba
• The Universe has your back by Gabrielle Bernstein 
• The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley 
• Leave Your Mark by Aliza Licht
• The Champagne Diet by Cara Alwill Leyba

Personal Enjoyment Reads..

• While My Soldier Serves by Edie Melson
• Any Sara Dessen book
• Nicholas Sparks
• The Beach House by Mary Alice Monroe

I still love the smell and feel of a real book so I purchase paperback normally. I highly suggest Amazon (Prime) for the best prices on reads and fast shipping, maybe even browsing your library's store or a local thrift shop.

Do some DIY's

Look online on Youtube or Pinterest for some suggestions or step-by-steps that could help your every day lives, interior decor, or something just for shenanigans.

Preview to some of my upcoming DIY's that I'll be sharing with y'all...

• fun ways to choose date night our bucket list activities
• refurbishing a Marshall's clearance item for my wedding pics
• something for the hubby

ADVENTURE

• Go on a road trip with friends (tip: look up budget hacks or free activities for where you might explore online/Pinterest )
• Self-reflect on a hike with your best pal (mine happens to be furry)
• find a local farmers market and explore all of this seasons gifts
• Yelp booming food restaurants (options for all budgets!) and plan a luncheon or meet up. My current fave is LYFE Kitchen.
• Groupon!! Look up local deals. I love this for date night, mommy-me time, or for a fun adventure with my little brother.
• Go to the local zoo
• Volunteer for a cause that means something to you
• Find a local field or outdoor setting and have a photoshoot
• Look up upcoming local activities or street fairs. Step outside your comfort zone, you might be surprised!

I know there are many many more summer shenanigans, but here are a few of my suggestions and things I plan to do too!

Xo,

Lisa Monique

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