Fresh Look on Life with Cindy Nolte

10/14/2025

✨ Goals Give Life Direction ✨

Whether you’re leading a team or just beginning a new chapter, we all need goals to help us move forward with purpose.

I teach SMART goals in my management course, but I’m always amazed how many leaders never learned this simple, powerful framework. Setting clear goals isn’t just about productivity. It’s about living intentionally.

When your actions line up with your priorities, your days start to feel meaningful again. That’s where real progress begins.

10/13/2025

🌧️ Monday Reflections

It’s one of those cozy, rainy mornings that invite you to slow down and listen.

Not to the noise of the world but to that quiet inner voice that reminds you: every season has purpose, even the cloudy ones.

I’ve learned that growth doesn’t always look like big leaps. Sometimes, it’s in the pause — the breath before a new chapter, the decision to keep showing up with faith, focus, and gratitude.

If you’re in a “rainy season,” know this: it’s still watering something good. ☔
Stay open. Stay grounded. Trust the process.

10/12/2025

10/12/2025

🌿 Life is Good. Thank You, God.

Since becoming more intentionally present, I’ve noticed how alive the smallest moments feel.

When I ran in the heat of the summer, I didn’t just feel the temperature — I felt gratitude. Gratitude for a strong body that could move. I noticed the pulse of my muscles, the sun warming my shoulders, and the breeze gently meeting my skin. Each step felt like a quiet prayer — a union between God, my breath, and the earth beneath my feet.

This morning, the chill reminded me of a different kind of gratitude. As my pups nudged me awake, I took them outside, then slid back beneath the comforter. I felt the warmth of my home, the softness of the sheets, and the faint scent of hazelnut drifting from my coffee pot.

It hit me — life doesn’t have to be grand to be good. Sometimes it’s the quiet comforts, the warmth, and the grace that surrounds us every day.

✨ Life is good. Thank you, God.

10/11/2025

🌿 Weekend Relief or Life Balance? 🌿

If you breathe a sigh of relief every Saturday, your body might be trying to tell you something.

When the weekend feels like escape instead of rest, it may be time to look at what’s really draining your energy — your schedule, your mindset, or your boundaries.

Coaching can help you build clarity and structure so your week doesn’t feel like something to survive, but something to lead.

✨ You deserve more than relief . You deserve balance.

Learn how to create a rhythm that supports both your goals and your well-being.
👉Contact me if you would like to work together on setting goals that support your well-being.

10/10/2025

🌿 Modeling Balance for the Next Generation

As adults, we often teach children about setting goals, working hard, and staying focused — but one of the most powerful lessons we can model is balance.

With my background in both business and education, I’ve seen that success isn’t just about what we accomplish — it’s also about how we live. True productivity includes time to recharge, reflect, and reconnect.

When children see us rushing, overcommitted, or constantly “on,” they learn that achievement means exhaustion. But when they see us planning time for joy, creativity, and stillness, they learn that success can include peace and presence.

🗓️ So yes, plan your goals. Work your calendar. Be intentional with your time.
And don’t forget , mindfulness makes it all even better.

✨ This weekend, plan something fun, meaningful, or simply relaxing.
You’re not just living your life. You’re showing others how to live theirs with purpose and grace.

10/09/2025

10/09/2025

🌞 Morning Momentum: Make Time Work for You

We don’t find time. Once we spend it, we can’t get it back — but we can optimize it and make the most of every day.

Each of us is given the same 24 hours, yet the difference between feeling overwhelmed and feeling accomplished often comes down to one simple shift: intentional planning.

Start your day by asking:

What do I need to accomplish to make today feel successful?
(I suggest my clients plan this the night before — but it’s equally important to review and adjust your plan each morning.)

Are those priorities on your calendar — or only on your to-do list?

A to-do list is a wish.
A calendar is a commitment.

When you schedule your goals, you move them from hope to action — and your confidence grows with every completed block of time.

✨ Don’t chase time. Lead it.
Today, choose to work your calendar instead of letting your calendar work you.

10/08/2025

🌧️ Mindfulness on a Rainy Day 🌧️

Rainy days have a way of slowing us down — inviting us to pause, breathe, and simply be. ☕💭

Instead of rushing through the gray, let the rhythm of the rain remind you to stay present. Notice the sound of the drops, the feel of the air, and the quiet invitation to rest and reset.

Mindfulness isn’t just for sunny days — it’s what helps us find the good in every kind of day. And if you’re feeling inspired, sing and dance in the rain. (Extra credit if you post a video!) 💫

So today, take a deep breath, wrap yourself in something cozy, and give yourself permission to slow down. Sometimes, peace finds us the moment we stop chasing it. 🌿

10/08/2025

Hold on tight—rides are coming back to the Jack-O’-Lantern Experience! 🎡

Starting Thursday, October 16, you can add spins, screams, and smiles to your Halloween adventure at Skylands Stadium. 🤗

Buy your tickets now at skylandsstadium.com!

10/07/2025

🌟 What Are You Searching for Right Now? 🌟

People today aren’t just looking for success — they’re looking for peace, purpose, and the confidence to navigate change.

That’s where my work through Fresh Look on Life comes in.
Whether it’s:
🗣️ Speaking that inspires teams to lead with heart and purpose,
💫 Coaching that helps you align your goals with your values,
🧘‍♀️ Mindfulness practices that calm the noise and bring clarity, or
💭 Hypnosis sessions that help you break old patterns and create new momentum—

Every service I offer is designed to help you reconnect with who you are, so you can move forward with focus and peace of mind.

✨ Ready to take your next step? Visit freshlookonlife.com
to learn more.

07/04/2025