I am back from Blogher 2014!
The conference exceeded my expectations!
I am still processing what I learned
not only at the conference per say
but also
what I learned from the experiences
on what I call
the margins
of the conference.
Next week I will be doing a recap
of my favorite parts of Blogher 2014
as well as a post on
Conference Self Care.
I have realized attending conferences
and
even traveling alone
investment in self care
is an investment in
getting the most from any trip!
I have also been to enough conferences and solo trips now to know
to schedule two days down time upon my return.
Time to decompress
and
reengage with family and my home.
When I get back from a trip
nothing grounds me like getting my house in order
literally.
Cleaning and gardening
end up to be perfect opportunities
to process what I have learned
and
time to let the emotion slide off the events
leaving
a clearer picture
of what I want to incorporate
into not only my blog
but my life as well.
I was quite impressed with the beauty of San Jose
the host city of the conference.
I took the opportunity to
walk most of the downtown area
and
was most impressed with the amount of art in the area.
My packing system served me very well!
I had made a list of all the activities
and then
styled an outfit for each occasion.
This investment in time
enabled me to enter each new event with confidence
giving me again
literally
an opportunity to put my best face forward!
It was a beautiful morning walk
from the hotel to the conference
The more I walk
the better I always feel!
On the mornings time permitted
I treated myself to a healthy in room breakfast.
I put much intent into
any healthy choice I could make
in order to
get the very most from the trip ...
like happy moments reconnecting
with old friends …
as well
the ability to take full advantage
of connecting with new kindred spirits!
By investing in my system of
Conference Self Care
I was able to seek out
so many fabulous
new ideas and vendors
as well as luxuriating in time spent with
so many fabulous women who made up the conference!
I consider my trip
a great success!
It was not without challenges
but just like anything in life
the more we do something with
the intent to learn
the better we get at it!
Next week I will be sharing not only my
Conference Self Care ideas
but my
Blogher 2014 Highlight Reel
as well!
Until then ….
As always my friends
I wish you love and joy
as you style your life
Love your big glasses Tamera! And I totally agree with you on the self-care with travel. I need that kind of downtime and alone time and re-entry time too to process everything and get the most out of it and simply rest from all the over-stimulation, however fun! Glad you had a wonderful trip and look forward to what you have to share about the blog conference. 'Til then, enjoy time in your lovely back yard!
ReplyDeleteThank you Kathryn! Yes, I agree some simple steps can definitely make any trip more meaningful!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your toes in the sand … and prepping for your party my dear!
So glad you enjoyed this conference with new friends! The more you travel, the less transition time is needed to re-acclimate. Your world becomes bigger, and you are simply engaging different parts. Home takes on a different meaning altogether, and the value of your investment into one spot is based largely on your comfort level of engaging in the world and in what manner. Isn't it lovely that today, we can engage with those all over the world from the comfort of wherever a laptop or tablet may be! No packing required!
ReplyDeleteYour weekend sounds like fun.
ReplyDeleteTamera I want to compliment you on your radiant and healthy complexion.. It is absolutely gorgeous and considering the fact you live in a sunny climate you must be very careful with your sun exposure to have such amazing skin. Do you have any secret potions or lotions that you would care to share with your readers?
Tamera I can tell you had a great time and you were with so many other super ladies as well. I am excited to hear more!
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Karena
The Arts by Karena
Tamera I was so happy to see your blog post pop up in my feed! I can't wait to hear your impressions of the conference.
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Leslie
Your are radiant! Your self care focus is working its magic and your discipline is inspiring!
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