Caroline Grubb Lifestyle

11/05/2024

Today I dipped back into the book that started it all for me: The 4-Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss

14 years after I first came across that book, it was fun to reflect on how much of Tim’s life philosophy I’ve adopted as my own

The chapter I was called to read today (for the first time, I never got that far through the book 14 years ago), was the one on Filling The Void: Adding Life After Subtracting Work

The line I read that echoed the voice in my head was: “But this is what I always wanted! How can I be bored?!”

And the quote that delivered me the same answer that I’ve been receiving from multiple sources of late, but have been reluctant to hear, was:

“What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for a worthwhile goal, a freely chosen task.” ~ Viktor Frankl, author of Man’s Search for Meaning

After pausing for a few blissful quiet moments to sit still, breathe and soak in the beautiful sights, sounds and sensations of sitting in my garden on a warm late-spring afternoon, and feel deeply grateful for the fact I have free choice…

… I stood up, picked up the paintbrush and began the task of painting the skirting boards in my kitchen, a task I’d been procrastinating around all morning

17/03/2024

In my happy place… by the seaside at sunset 😎🌅

I’ve taken myself away for a week to Lancashire for some much needed R&R…

And as soon as I get outside, in nature, with the wind in my hair and a camera in my hand, I remember who I am and what makes me happy 😃

It’s moments like this that I live for, because my soul comes alive and time stands still

I believe our mission in life is find what makes us happy - and do more of it, more often!

31/01/2024

It’s sad, but I get so disheartened when people share their dreams with me, because I know that it is highly unlikely that most of those dreams will ever be realised.

If I had a penny for every time someone said to me “I wish I could… go on a world cruise / lose 2 stone in weight / have enough money to quit my job”… I’d be a rich woman.

And the even sadder thing is, they know in their heart of hearts it’s just wishful thinking… they don’t believe it’s possible for them to have what they wish for… so most don’t even try.

So what separates those who walk the walk and bring their dreams to life, from those who just talk the talk?

That’s the subject of my latest blog:

If you want your life to be different than what it is now (like having more freedom or control, time or money, meaning or fulfilment) then you first have to believe you can have it.

12/01/2024

👰Marriages ..... 0 😔

💍Proposals ..... 0

👶Children ...... 0 😔

🐰Pets right now ........ 0

🚑Surgeries ........ 3 (all on the same knee)

✒Tattoos ........ 0

🔫Shot a gun ........ Don’t think so? Unless shooting targets at the fairground counts? 🎯🎡

✋Quit a job? ........ yes

📺Ever been on tv? ........ yes (in the crowd)

🌅Been to an island? ........ Yes

🚗What do you drive? Anything & everything! 🚗 Seat Leon Cupra R 🏍️ Honda CBF100

✈Flown on a plane? ........ many times (last time 2 days ago)

🚙Hit a deer ? ........ Not that I’m aware of 🤔

❤Fallen in love? ........ Yes

😪Watched someone die? ........ Yes

🚑Ridden in an ambulance? ........ I think I did once (as a passenger), but I can’t remember why or with whom… or maybe it was a dream.

🎤Sang karaoke? ........ Yes (badly!)

❄Ice skating? ........ Yes (best one was in Vienna, around the Radhausplatz)

⛷Skiing? ........ Yes

🏄Been surfing? ........ Yes

🛳Been on a Cruise? ........ Does living & working on a cruise ship count? 📸

🚲Ridden on a motorbike? ........ Yes

🐴Ridden a horse? ........ Yes (and fallen off 🤕)

😲Almost died? ........ Felt like it was a distinct possibility when we upset an elephant in South Africa 🫣 Also when we encountered a deadly snake in Brazil 🐍 Or there was the time I rolled a car into a ditch in New Zealand. Felt rather uneasy too when we encountered men with machetes in Nepal… it’s a miracle I’ve made it this far really!

🏥Stayed in a hospital? ........ Yes

🍽Favourite fruit? ........ Mango 🥭

🍫Favourite chocolate ........ Cadburys Dairy Milk all the way 😋

🌽Favourite vegetable? ........ Peas 🫛

🍨Favourite dessert? ........ Chocolate ice cream 🍦

🌓Morning or night? ........ Night

🌈Favourite colour? ........ Purple 💜

📞Last Phone conversation? ........ Estate agent trying to offer me a free valuation on my flat. No thanks!

📱Last text? ........ Login code for HMRC (it’s that time of year to pay my tax bill)

Hold your finger down and select copy.
Then go into your own page and change the answers.

04/11/2023

To any of my female friends who this resonates with, I can totally recommend Megs.

After I left my job on the cruise ships, I was feeling lost and had no idea what I was meant to do with the rest of my life. My 40th was fast approaching and I felt I should have figured out “what I wanted to be when I grew up” by then… but I was a long way from that.

Through her program she lovingly guided me through a process which helped me make sense of my past, understand myself better by understanding what felt good and what didn’t - and why - and gave me a framework to make decisions that felt good for me.

Four years on and I still use that framework today to guide my decisions, in life, in business and in relationships, to great effect.

So if you’re feeling lost or uncertain, and would love some guidance from a heart-centred expert, check out her Page and drop a comment on her post below.

I also recommend checking out her podcast “Freed to Be You”.

Thank you Megs, for all that you do and all that you are 🫶🏻

19/09/2023

Who’s with me?? ✋🏻

The world tried to tell me who I should be, how I should act and what I should do..
Only thing was, I wasn’t listening.
I’ve spent all my life listening to the people who thought I should fit into their ideals of how they saw me..
And I’m done with that nonsense.
It never made me happy, so the way I see it, why should I live by what the world thinks when what matters is what makes me happy..
Who I think I should be and what I want to do.
Sure, life isn’t always rainbows and sunshine- I’ll spend plenty of time doing what I have to do to get through my days..
So why would I want to try to conform to the standards of the world that doesn’t want me to stand out, step out and be heard.
Well, I have a voice and I will be heard..
Not because I just want to talk,
But because I have something to say.
See, I’m one of the people that thinks they can change the world:
The misfits, the forward thinkers, the brave ones that want to do more than just accept the status quo.
No, I want to fight for the dreams I have, the people that can’t fight for themselves and stand up to the bullies, the greedy and the abusers who hurt others.
So, yeah, I’m going to be different from all the rest.
No, I’m not content with blending in.
I want more.
I am capable of more.
And so are you.
This is my time and I’m much more than just a voice..
I’m fighting for me, you and all of those who are lost and need hope.
Watch what happens when we set the world on fire with the passion of our words and conviction in our hearts.
Anything can be possible if you believe ..
And are strong enough to fight for your dreams.
Because I am and always will be strong.
…Ravenwolf strong.
And you are too.
Let’s go change the world-
One heart, one dream and one hope at a time.
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19/09/2023

If you lost all your money, what would you have left?

You.

You are not what you’ve got, or what you’ve earned or what you’ve built… or what you’ve lost.

You are:

🧡 Your skills
🧡 Your education
🧡 Your memories
🧡 Your experiences
🧡 Your wisdom
🧡 Your relationships
🧡 Your health
🧡 Your attitude

This is your true value.

So these are the things you should be investing in.

These are all things which no-one can take away from you.

These are the things that really matter.

These are what generate your true wealth.

It’s not about what you’ve got, but who you are and who you are becoming that counts.

13/09/2023

To become an entrepreneur is to stop following others and start leading yourself.

Carving your own path takes courage, because you’re going somewhere no-one has gone before.

Not everyone will like what you’re doing or agree with it… and that’s ok.

Because it’s your path - not theirs.

Your idea, your dream, your risk - not theirs.

It’s ok to be disliked.

Everything you see around you today is the result of somebody having an idea - AND having the courage, resilience & persistence to follow through with it and bring it to fruition.

Be a creator, not a consumer.

A leader, not a sheep.

Be original and authentic.

Create something beautiful and leave the world a better place.

And have the courage to be disliked along the way.

Extracting Wisdom from "The Courage to Be Disliked" by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga:

1. Embrace Your Uniqueness: Don't fear being disliked. Embracing your true self, despite others' opinions, is essential for a fulfilling life. Take risks and be authentic to find happiness.

2. Your Path, Your Journey: Avoid comparing yourself to others. Embrace your individuality. Focus on your personal growth journey, striving to become the best version of yourself.

3. Free Yourself from Judgment: Other people's opinions aren't your concern. Prioritize your thoughts and feelings over external judgments. Live life on your terms.

4. Crafting Your Happiness: Take charge of your happiness. No one else is responsible for it. Design a life that brings you joy and fulfillment.

5. Embrace the Present: Leave the past behind, as it's unchangeable. Cherish the present moment, making the most of its opportunities.

6. Cultivate Hope: While the future is uncertain, maintaining hope and self-belief are crucial for your journey.

7. Authentic Living: Stay true to yourself. The key is living authentically and aligning your actions with your values.

8. Embrace Transformation: Change is inevitable. Welcome it with open arms, embracing personal growth and transformation.

9. Self-Compassion: Treat yourself kindly. Forgiving your mistakes and learning from them paves the way for growth. Remember, everyone stumbles.

10. Seize the Now: The present moment is precious. Embrace it fully to experience true happiness and fulfillment.

May these insights guide you towards genuine happiness in your life's journey.

21/08/2023

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Get ready for a life-changing opportunity, friends!

Today, August 21st, marks the start of Jeff Walker's annual FREE Launch Masterclass Series, and its one not to miss:

🌟 If you have a business, Jeff's teachings will revolutionise your sales and marketing game.
🌟 Starting a business? His insights will save you time, money, and energy.
🌟 Even thinking about a side hustle? Jeff's free series will set you up for remarkable success.

But let's rewind a bit...

I got interested in online business 4.5 years ago because I knew that with an online business, I would be able to earn a living from anywhere in the world, be my own boss and create the lifestyle of freedom & flexibility that meant I didn’t have to work full time, and could spend more time travelling and enjoying life.

And I’ve done just that.

I’ve created multiple different online income streams, have earned money as a coach, trainer, mentor & facilitator, and have worked from the UK, Canada, USA, Netherlands & Portugal. I now work on average 3 days a week on income-producing activities.

But I didn’t figure out how to design & build those income streams myself… I learned how by following online training programs and getting coaching & mentoring from experts.

One of those experts was Jeff Walker.

At least four different programs I’d come across on my entrepreneurial journey all seemed to follow a similar formula to promote & sell their programs. And they all credited Jeff as the guy who’d taught them how.

I’m talking Ann Wilson, Amy Porterfield, Stu McLaren, Julie-Ann Cairns… and I’m sure I’ve forgotten some more.

With Jeff’s proven formula & guidance, they have all launched, grown & scaled hugely successful online businesses that allowed them them to impact tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands, even millions of people all over the world.

So I figured, let’s go to the source of all this success and check this Jeff guy out.

I attended his Launch Masterclass last September and I was blown away by the guy… by his story, his success, his dedication to his craft over the last 18 years, his commitment to providing value and to helping people create their “Launch Life” with an online business launch model.

And by the simple but powerful strategies he shared with me, for FREE, in his Launch Masterclass. I particularly loved his unique take on the traditional sales letter, and his techniques for moving people mentally along the path to a sale, with integrity & without the need for any sleazy sales tactics.

Simple but powerful strategies that I’ve applied to my own affiliate marketing, training & coaching businesses and which have helped both me and my students increase sales.

And here's the golden ticket: Jeff's FREE "Launch Masterclass" is happening RIGHT NOW.

Join the class and tell Jeff that Caroline sent you. 😉
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This masterclass is a goldmine of core marketing & sales wisdom essential for any thriving business. Learn how to market & sell authentically, avoid common pitfalls, and create products that resonate.

Oh, and did I mention it's FREE? Here's the scoop:

🎯 Register with your email address (no hidden costs). https://bit.ly/MWL-launch
🎯 Hurry, it's available for a limited time as he preps for his full course - Product Launch Formula.

If you're even remotely considering an online business, or launching your own product, program, course or membership, trust me – this masterclass is a must!

Here's what you'll gain:

✨ Shortcut to launching a successful online business in WEEKS, not years.
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Get ready to level up, friends!

To your success in life & business,

Caroline ❤️