Cece In The City

Tag: growth

  • Hello September

    Hello everyone, and welcome to September! As we edge closer to fall, I’m feeling all the excitement this month brings—especially since it’s my birthday month! For me, the year starts and ends in September, so it’s always a time of reflection, planning, and setting new goals. This year, I’m aiming to travel more and share even more of my experiences through my blog.

    Over the past few months, I’ve loved sharing with you all the books I’ve been reading, hidden gems I’ve discovered, and places worth visiting. Blogging has become such a joy, and I’m thrilled to have you all along for the ride.

    As we step into this new month, I want to wish everyone a happy Labor Day weekend! If you’re one of the lucky ones with the day off, I hope you enjoy every moment of it. Thank you for following me on this journey—I appreciate each one of you.

    Let’s make September amazing, and don’t forget to take some time for yourself. Self-love is the best kind of love!

  • Building Self-Confidence

    Self-confidence is an essential attribute that helps individuals in various aspects of their lives, from career success to personal relationships. Having self-confidence means having faith in oneself and one’s abilities, and it is crucial for achieving goals and living a fulfilling life. However, building self-confidence is not always easy, and many people struggle with it. In this blog, we will discuss some effective ways to build self-confidence and embrace your inner strength.

    1. Recognize your strengths:

    The first step towards building self-confidence is to recognize your strengths. Everyone has unique abilities and qualities that make them stand out. Make a list of your strengths and skills, and remind yourself of them every day. Celebrate your achievements and accomplishments, no matter how small they may seem.

    1. Challenge negative self-talk:

    Negative self-talk can be detrimental to self-confidence. When you constantly criticize yourself, it can be hard to believe in your abilities. Instead of focusing on your weaknesses, challenge negative self-talk by replacing it with positive affirmations. For example, instead of saying, “I can’t do this,” say, “I can do this, and I will succeed.”

    1. Take care of yourself:

    Self-care is essential for building self-confidence. Taking care of your physical and mental health can help you feel better about yourself. Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly. Take time for yourself to do the things you enjoy and practice relaxation techniques, such as meditation or yoga.

    1. Set achievable goals:

    Setting achievable goals can help you build confidence by giving you something to work towards. Start with small goals and gradually work towards bigger ones. Celebrate your progress along the way, and don’t be too hard on yourself if you experience setbacks. Remember that setbacks are a part of the learning process.

    1. Surround yourself with positive people:

    The people we surround ourselves with can have a significant impact on our self-confidence. Surround yourself with positive, supportive people who encourage you and believe in your abilities. Avoid negative people who bring you down or make you doubt yourself.

    In conclusion, building self-confidence is a journey that requires patience, perseverance, and self-love. Embrace your inner strength by recognizing your unique abilities, challenging negative self-talk, taking care of yourself, setting achievable goals, and surrounding yourself with positive people. Remember, self-confidence comes from within, and by believing in yourself, you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

  • Happy New Year!

    Happy New Year

    It’s 2023. I hope you are ready for this year. I always try to do better than what I did last year. I check off the goals I completed and make new ones each time to level up. 2022 was good and I know 2023 is going to get better. I accomplished a lot and am proud of myself. Time to level up some more and come out of my elements. Here are some of the goals I want to accomplish this year:

     

    ·         Gift Boxes

    ·         Advertisements

    ·         Subscriber packages

    ·         Blogging

    ·         Yoga, meditation

    ·         More outing

    ·         Women’s group

    ·         Book club group

    ·         Non-profit

    ·         Magazine

    ·         Partnerships and Collaborations

    ·         Travel More

    ·         Bucket List

    These are the things I am focusing on this year and building and branding. Excited to see what this is going to be like this year, but I am very passionate about it. I don’t like the new year new me saying. I like the brand and growing saying. Be better each year each day.  I have a lot to keep me busy and get a lot of content. So, follow me and keep up with the movement. There’s a lot to come. Very thankful for everyone and the journey I have been on. I worked on myself spiritually and in a lot of other ways. I learned more about the things I am into and the things I want to do.

    I wish everyone a great 2023 and hope that this year will be the best year yet. Set your goals and complete them.  If you need an accountable partner let me know. Let’s motivate and support one another. Let’s get it.

    Happy New Year!

  • Recap of 2022

    Recap of 2022

    By: Cece Hymes

    This is a recap of my 2022 year. I have had my ups and downs this year. The ups are always better than the downs. Here are some of the great things that happened this year.

    Finally in the 40’s 40’s club that’s a big step. Glad to be here on this earth celebrating 40 years. This year I decided to spend time with my kids and just enjoy the beach and pools. I love the water. I am always with my kids but on my birthdays I hang with the adults and do vacation, but this birthday was a family trip.

    Also, this year I read the entire bible. I got spiritual within myself. So, I decided to read the bible starting from January to December of all the scriptures. I want to do it again next year. You have to read it a couple of times to really understand. It was great to learn more of the word and get closer to God.

    Another blessing was being able to donate to 70 plus kids for the holidays, the prisoners, the seniors for the holidays. Just to be able to give back means a lot for me. To see the smiles on some of their faces. Some people do not get anything for Christmas. So, to be able to do that meant a lot. Have to be grateful for the team.

    Where it Begins has grown, I have added some interns on the team which I am grateful for and ready to show the things I am doing for 2023 that’s coming. New products and some great people on the cover and features. Things are looking up every year so I am proud of those moments.

    I have lost some friends and family this year but I’m just thankful for all the memories I have. Also, this year taught me more on who I was giving my energy to. The wrong people that weren’t a true friend or supporter. People come into your life some for reasons and some for seasons. Had to let go of negative energy and people. That’s the only way that I can move up and stay positive. We can’t always have good days. We can follow the signs.

    I was slacking on my book club and women’s group but for 2023 I plan to do a lot more with it and we already started. So if you would like to join the women’s group or the book club leave a comment below and I will send it to you. I enjoyed meeting all the ladies and getting together with them and reading over 60 books this year. I am very passionate about reading and connecting with other women.  

    For 2022 I have done a lot of self-love and working on myself and my positive energy. More meditating, positive books, motivational speeches and creating more content. Following my passion. Also, stated on more traveling and doing a bucket list which I have been creating content for.

    Ready for 2023? I can’t wait to see what it brings. What are your recaps for 2022?