#surrenderdecember

[brytay1982]

So today's #surrenderdecember is about me being reminded to go back to journaling BY HAND. I have watched videos that constantly remind me to journal by hand. I'm really about to make a heavy commitment to journaling. I have some accountability folks who are making sure that I stick to journaling. https://www.instagram.com/p/CmW_zK8vZCi/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

The #surrenderdecember today is pretty simple. Finding and maintaining your focus. Life has a tendency to sidetrack us very unwillingly. Trying to stay focused and remain focused can be very challenging. I've used bagby phone bags and phubbing bands. I was even going as far as using a phone lockbox (still have it, but don't wanna get that intense with it). There are many resources and things that I use, but I know that it all starts and ends with me and creating manageable habits/routine to stay on the right track. The focus will be upheld. Trust me. https://www.instagram.com/p/CmTgSh9ug7-/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

A few years ago, I started to come into my own in realizing that I had two talented gifts. For #surrenderdecember I will talk about the connection between the two of them. The tech side of this started when I was a kid. I was always a tech guy. There's never been a time that I didn't make it clear that tech was and forever has been my love language. Tying into the fixing guy, I would always catch on to the east things were when you presented anything tech my direction Creating content and trying to create was something I would call myself shying from when I was younger, but lately that's changed. I didn't want to be the spotlight. However, I would be put under the light. My creativity isn't remotely created to the max that I would like it to, but that comes with the territory. I say all of that to say that being a tech creative has practically been a natural part of my routine without trying. Once you're able to see the importance of it, then it comes together. Enjoy your Saturday everyone. https://www.instagram.com/p/CmQ67vMuMq5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

Bryan. The fixer. The figure it out person. A lot of this year, I've found myself constantly saying "with great power comes greater responsibilities". My #surrenderdecember for today is about being the fixer or the alleged Mr fix it. I have to accept what comes with my powers. My sis @britt_the_introvert has been putting me in check in a good way. Many times we need the truth told to us and this truth just spoke over me. As the saying goes, timing is impeccable. Happy Friday by the way https://www.instagram.com/p/CmO6ZTfLzXN/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

Nearing the midway point of #surrenderdecember I truly hasn’t started to come into my own of accepting that I’m the light. I’m not sitting here saying that everyone gravitates to me, because many instances, I make it clear that I’m ok being hidden and out of the way. However, my light shines very bright. This also gives a teaser to my theme for 2023. Many of you know it. Others probably can easily read the room. Anyways, the point is that I’m valuing how powerful my light is and most of all, how powerful I am in hindsight. https://www.instagram.com/p/CmMADkfr1ni/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

I almost forgot to do my #surrenderdecember for today, but many of my friends know that I genuinely live off of taking the opportunity to unplug from technology and connect with humans. I almost feel like between my lock box and my newer bag from @bagbybrand I’m all about unplugging every opportunity I’m allowed. Please PLEASE stop phubbing people, especially if they’re trying to tell you something important. https://www.instagram.com/p/CmKu4XXrtya/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

I've gotten grief for this, and it can be challenging to share, but my #surrenderdecember for today is about being an empath. Many people are or have been aware of this for years. People have gravitated towards and away from me because of this skillset. It's something to definitely be proud of, but it's also that falls in line with the term "with great power comes greater responsibility". Luckily I'm beginning to come into my own and genuinely be ok with who I am and what I offer. That's all there is to it. https://www.instagram.com/p/CmH7MTqPJ72/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

So because I didn't do a #surrenderdecember for yesterday, this is my way of calling myself making up for it. Most of this weekend, the sane things come up on my heart and my spirit. The biggest one is my business and treating my business, not a "hustle" or a "hobby". I've been wanting my business to become a career, but I've been a mediocre entrepreneur. Lots more phone locking and focus is about to happen. It's time. https://www.instagram.com/p/CmCIZTTLsqt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

Sooooo this is about to be something a little different for #surrenderdecember because it's intended to be motivational, but we're about to unpack this The term is "hustle culture". There are motivational and inspirational videos out there, but there are also videos that put you in this position to work extremely hard and burn yourself out trying to reach this unrealistic expectations. I'm not saying that you shouldn't give effort. However, everyone's circumstances are different. Not everyone gets the magnitude of this. Give yourself the best effort you can by all means. That's all most people want in the end. https://www.instagram.com/p/CmBnxiUOhl5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

This might be a #surrenderdecember you don't expect, but here we are. I've fallen into a book loop between buying or finding various digital books that I have in my queue. Problem is finding or using time properly to read them. That must and it will improve. I've been truly enjoying books the last few months. I'm still reading level up and that's because there are different things you're asked to do that I'm working on while reading it. Find your book and give it a read. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl8iM1lLvo1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

The #surrenderdecember for today is tech and computers. For years, many people have known me to be a tech guy, but now that I work in tech, they're happy to see me possibly excel in tech. What I'm doing now is the stomping ground. There's definitely much more that I'm capable of. The challenge isn't even ahead. It's literally in my eyesight. I just love where my routine with tech is taking me. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl59B-sr8ik/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

My #surrenderdecember for today is about procrastination. I have let a lot of things get out of hand, causing me to get into this weird cycle. In turn, it's led me to really finding ways causing me to break the cycle. I know I'm deserving of much more. Those who have been in my corner from day one deserve much more. I'm finally beginning to see the importance of it. The procrastination must end. Actions will speak for themselves. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl3XxSur-or/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

Todays #surrenderdecember is all about fitness and talking to and listening to your body. I didn't have it fully together at all when it came to taking care of myself. Between meeting with my PCP and just thinking it through, the body's movement has a tendency to decrease as we get older. Lil Bryan aka BT would run for hours and hours at the basketball. Now I am guaranteed a solid 4 or 5 games MAX. That comes with endurance and remaining consistent. I've been starting to get my morning workouts in 5 days a week (yes you read that right) and I'm working with a personal trainer at @thewellpersonalfitness (who happens to be my friend aka @shadowkazie) and I swear each day I feel better. My energy is picking up. I shared this last week...breathing, drinking water, and just slowing down has been helping me out tremendously along this journey. I'm starting to figure it out though. This is getting me closer to reading and being aware of the importance of having atomic habits. Tuesday energy. Let's get to it. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl04TRfrDg5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

For #surrenderdecember I’m gonna discuss productivity Many of my friends know in one way or another that I’m huge on planning and tasking. I’m not the planning pro. However, I’m beginning to see how key it is to have those essential tools and resources to plan. I’ve also been reminded how important it is to have just what you need. Not a whole lot just because. Having too many can sometimes overwhelm your digital and personal planning process. I’m a living witness to this. Things 3, good notes, Google calendar, and notion are my mt Rushmore when it comes to my digital productivity. Handwritten, it’s actually just my brain dump notebook and small notebooks to write on the go. Ideas come to us when least expected. Just be sure you have something to get those ideas down as they’re landing. Most importantly, don’t feel obligated to show your work. Not everyone needs to see your progress or process. Just execute. https://www.instagram.com/p/ClyklhYLCra/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

Todays #surrenderdecember involves my planning. Many of my friends know that I’m doing digital planning. And the company I’m supporting (@amethystandgarnet) has a digital bullet journal. I’m gonna finish up my final month of using it and then I’ve got my new one ready to go. Gonna definitely surrender my planning and improvement of planning. https://www.instagram.com/p/ClwclArPz-z/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brytay1982]

Last year, before starting my current job, I was super focused on buying this system, but I didn’t play it. Today for #surrenderdecember I’m actually gonna balance my fun and productive time. By playing the switch and possibly my Xbox (stay tuned), I’m hopefully going to be more active with my brain and not get caught in the doom scrolling. https://www.instagram.com/p/ClthiqULvne/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=