Moxie on Monday

Moxie on Monday

The column that kickstarts your week with bold inspiration, actionable ideas, and a healthy dose of positivity to boost your confidence, energy, and joy — no matter your age.

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Moxie on Monday: Ready to Wake Up and Take the Plunge?

Moxie on Monday: Ready to Wake Up and Take the Plunge?

No, not into another relationship or job. Something that jolts you awake in the best way possible.

Icy waters are part of the scenery here in the Pacific Northwest. Why not incorporate this free gift from Mama Nature into your wellness routine? Now, I know what you’re thinking. “Cold water? In the middle of winter? Absolutely not.” But stay with me, because this simple, slightly crazy practice could fire up your energy,…

Moxie on Monday: Become The Butterfly Within and Transform in 2025

Moxie on Monday: Become The Butterfly Within and Transform in 2025

Why it’s important to ‘lean into the stillness’

One of my favorite shows that I could watch over and over again is Ted Lasso. Ted says, “Be a goldfish.” Well, not this week, as I say, “Be a Butterfly!” In order to be a butterfly, you have to embrace that old caterpillar within and get ready for remodeling and a new wardrobe! You…

Moxie on Monday:  Ditch the Resolutions. Do Intentions Instead.

Moxie on Monday: Ditch the Resolutions. Do Intentions Instead.

2025 is almost here! I love to see the New Year as a blank canvas with fresh energy brimming with possibility, hope, and the promise of a fresh start. Yet the pressure to craft the perfect New Year’s resolution can feel overwhelming with the unrealistic expectation that we must instantly transform our lives. How often…

Moxie on Monday: Open Your Presence This Christmas

Moxie on Monday: Open Your Presence This Christmas

Practice being mindful, kind, and savor each moment

The holidays can feel like a whirlwind — our to-do lists grow, our calendars overflow, along with the pressure to create the “perfect” Christmas atmosphere. But what if the best gift wasn’t wrapped in ribbons or bows? What if the most meaningful gift we could give was our presence? I’ll bet you’ve met someone in…

Moxie on Monday: Slow It Down to Soak It In

Moxie on Monday: Slow It Down to Soak It In

Embrace the power of presence this holiday season

The holiday season is here — a time that promises joy, connection, and celebration. Yet, for so many, it can feel  more like an unrelenting sprint with what seems like too much to do and not enough time to do it. Between the shopping lists, holiday parties, and year-end to-dos, it’s easy to find ourselves…

Moxie on Monday: How to Break Through Resistance, Part Two

Moxie on Monday: How to Break Through Resistance, Part Two

How betting on yourself can pay off in a big way

Moxie on Monday: Create a Moxie Menu — five bold actions to push past resistance and step into your dreams. Ready to leap? #MoxieMonday #DreamBig

Moxie on Monday: Turning Resistance Into Your Greatest Ally

Moxie on Monday: Turning Resistance Into Your Greatest Ally

It all begins with just one small step

Resistance isn’t a roadblock — it’s a guide. Take a small step forward today and see where it leads. #MoxieMonday

Moxie on Monday: Meet the Universal Waiter. What’s On Your Order?

Moxie on Monday: Meet the Universal Waiter. What’s On Your Order?

How to tackle Monday — and every day — with passion and purpose

Start your week with Moxie! Mondays are your blank slate — dream big and act bold.

About Moxie on Monday

Catherine Grace O’Connell is chief executive cat-alyst of her female-focused digital media agency MODLife Media and an expert on becoming ageless in mind, body, and spirit. She has more than 30 years of study and experience in natural wellness, mindfulness, meditation and fitness. She is also the founder of Ageless In Seattle, a heart-centered community for women of all ages. You can follow her on her website CatherineGraceO, her Instagram @catherinegraceo, and Tiktok @catherinegraceo

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