How Do You Get Your Mojo Back?

mo·jo/ˈmōˌjō/

Noun:
  1. A magic charm, talisman, or spell.
  2. Magic power.

Whether you are a parent or not, there will be times in your life when your mojo is off.  One of the best ways to get back in touch with what really gets you excited is to have a list of the things that you have loved experiencing throughout your life.

In this episode of Mommy to Mommy TV, Kimberley Clayton Blaine shares what she does to get her mojo back while I talk about how I believe that women (especially women entrepreneurs) need to connect with other women in order to truly feel on top of the world.  Of course it is important to network with men as well, but there is a different connection that women have with one another that I believe empowers us.

Every day, we have the chance to start fresh with new ideas, new inspirations and new experiences.  Every week, we have the potential to do something important with our time, to do something that moves us forward toward our ultimate goals in life.  When our mojo is feeling off, our dreams can seem out of touch, so it is essential to know at least a few things that get us back in touch with our passions.

Where do you get your magic power?

I get in touch with my mojo from things like: the ocean, painting, writing, being with my family and friends, fashion (especially shoes), exploring uncharted territory and from being with people who are following their dreams and passions. I also find that as hard as it is to get myself to the gym, I feel incredibly inspired after a hard work out.

To make sure that my mojo is never too far from reach, I have hired a trainer twice a week to ensure that I get at least two good work outs in.  I get to look at the ocean every day because our home overlooks the Pacific.  I write this blog and engage in social media (and I have a book in the works) that allow me to write regularly.  My family and friends are always at the top of my priority list.  I have partnered with inspiring women in Social Media Girlfriends and in other networking groups to make sure I am surrounded by people who are taking action and living the life they dream of.

And despite all of this, still there are days when my mojo is off. 

So, having a list of things that inspire me and committing to grow this list every day is how I keep my  mojo in check.  How about you?  Do you find inspiration in moving your body?  In creating art?  In being with children?  While being in nature?

Where is your mojo?

What is it that gives you such a charge that you feel like you could finally…  write that book, run those laps, speak to that audience, pick up the phone and make that call, or do whatever it is that you know you need to do to live the life you want to live?

Have you made your list yet?  Please leave your thoughts and ideas in the comments and have an inspired day, FULL of mojo! ;)

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  • http://www.brucesallan.com Bruce Sallan

    “Women Need Women” were words you used in your interview with my buddy, Kimberly. But sadly, I’d argue that “Men Need Men” more because our society tends to isolate men more than women.

    Yes, that’s a generality but most generalities bear truth. Women usually have their posses – their buddies – their girlfriends (can you imagine men calling their friend their boyfriends!?). As men get beyond college and establish careers and maybe marry and have a family, they tend to become more isolated.

    Do you see groups of dads at the playground with their newborns discussing the latest Huggie innovation or sharing recipes? Okay, I’m sounding sexist, granted, but don’t you “generally” agree with me?

    Women have learned that they can have it all. They can have career and family. Men need to more learn from their women these (emotional) tools!

  • Anonymous

    Thanks for your comment, Bruce. I don’t know if either sex needs connection more than the other, but I do agree that people need to reach out to other people of the same sex for support (both to give and receive). 

    Funny you should mention about dads being at the playground because there is definitely a shift where more dads are taking care of kids, especially in this economy.  And for those dads who are staying home with the kids, they absolutely need to connect with other dads who are in their same boat.  People need to know that they aren’t alone and they need to swap stories, tips and resources to help each other along. 

    It is an interesting time we are living in where the dynamics of interpersonal and family relationships are changing.   Thanks for bringing this point up! :)

  • Lisa

    This was so great! The only thing that’s hard is so many of these great ideas seem to be focused on young moms. I find a big disconnect with us,older Moms. Where are they? Where is our community? There has to be one out there, right? 

  • Anonymous

    Are you talking about being an “older mom” in that your kids are older and out of the home or that you are an older mom – older than the age of other moms who have kids your children’s ages or that your children are adults now?

    My kids range in age from 6 to almost 13, but they are home and I am actively engaged in mothering them.  When my children leave the nest, I know I will miss them, but I have always had businesses and interests outside of motherhood so it won’t be as much of a transition for me as it is for some moms.  I have also always been a very active networker, so I know moms of ALL types!

    Many empty-nesters are actively posting here on the Work Smart Lifestyle blog and Facebook page while they back into the business mindset. There are also many ‘older moms’ who are active in our Social Media Girlfriends community as well.  It sounds like you are reaching out to connect with moms and they are around.  All you have to do is ask and you will find them! Let me know if I can help introduce you to anyone specific and thanks for stopping by, Lisa! ;)  

  • Midlife Roadtrip

    I so needed this today!!! A couple of days ago I tweeted that I was putting an APB out for my mojo. It’s like I woke up a couple of days ago and it had vanished. Hoping it returns today!

  • brittmichaelian

    Sending you a big mojo hug! Hope you found your mojo again. Inspiration plays such a big part of mojo. Dance parties help too ;)

  • http://twitter.com/CarpoolGoddess Carpool Goddess

    I’m a recent empty nester. Are there groups for us who are still relatively young but don’t have kids living at home any more?