We've been having historic storms in California-- there's even been snow around the Hollywood sign--and it's cold here! (Please, no judgment from my Canadian friends. ;-) ) This is the perfect time to warm myself up with some hot mulled spiced wine or cider. Live in a warmer climate? Then maybe this is the week you experiment with a jazzed-up lemonade or limoncello. Make and pour your[...]
OMG, I'm so excited! :-) Below you'll find The List of Nudges for round #4, which starts this coming Sunday. As soon as I post this, I'm going to print out The List, cut it into individual strips, wad each one up, and place them in my special bowl. Sunday morning, I'll pick one out and dive in. Or not. Remember, I/we have four passes we can use at any time, for any reason. If I'm not f[...]
Dear Nudger, This was one of the most popular Nudges from our last round, and I heard from several readers that it motivated them to reach out to their mentors. If you missed it last summer, maybe this is a Nudge you'll add to your own list for the upcoming months. I loved all the different voices we heard from in round #3. I learned from their perspectives, I was inspired and motivat[...]
Dear Nudger, The countdown to 52Nudges 4.0 is ON! I'm taking a last look at old posts for inspiration, as I get ready to finalize my List for this new round--which starts this coming Sunday. This Nudge has appeared on every round (which I mention below), but because it has now become a regular practice (Nudging win!), this is not going on my List for round #4. But I offer it up as an e[...]
This coming Saturday, March 11*, 52Nudges will mark its 5th birthday. Five years of NUDGING! How will we celebrate? By launching a fresh new round, of course! Preparations are underway for 52Nudges 4.0. I'm looking back at a few more fav ol' posts for inspiration. I've got a theme in mind, though as you've seen in the past, the weekly Nudges can be anything that helps us move out of o[...]
Dear Nudger, This Nudge reminded me of how much fun it is to share Nudges with friends and family members. I love it when a Guest Nudger or Commenter opens my eyes to a new perspective or inspires me to try something new. That's exactly what happened to me last fall, which I documented in this bonus post below. I'd also like to draw your attention to the P.S. If you know someone who m[...]
Dear Nudger, I'm continuing to review past Nudges, to see what worked, what inspired, and what needs a do-over. While this Nudge was hugely successful, it's one I want to repeat in round 4. -- xoKathleen Nudged: Take a Mental Health Day (originally posted February 26, 2022) “Oh, SURE!” That’s what I all-but-yelled when I drew this Nudge a few minutes ago. “Take a Mental H[...]
Hello, Nudger! As I consider what might go on The List for round 4 (coming soon!), I'm looking back at old posts. This one stood out because as I re-read it, I found myself smiling. The experience made me feel so good! It checks so many of the boxes of a good Nudge: it was free, it was fun, it started to look like a failure, then surprised me in the end. And maybe it also resonated becaus[...]
Hello, dear Nudgers! We wrapped up round 3 a few weeks ago, and I'm taking a breather to think about what I want to be on The List for round 4. For inspiration, I'm revisiting some posts from the past--starting with one from one of our many awesome "Guest Nudgers." Andie's wonderful essay first appeared during the holidays, so you may have missed it. I hope her message motivates you to[...]
Dear Nudger, CONGRATULATIONS! As of Friday, we wrapped up round #3 of 52Nudges. I hope you enjoyed some adventures, gleaned some insights about yourself, and had fun! Over the next couple of weeks, I'll be planning what I'd like to do in round #4, thinking about what I want to explore, experience, and achieve, and putting together a new list of Nudges. "Radical Self-Care" was t[...]
