With so much stress in our daily lives, self-care is more important now than ever. That means taking care of your mental and physical health. But with everything you’ve got going on, it’s not always easy to do. In fact, it’s probably at the bottom of the list. And when you do decide to do something for yourself, you might even feel a little guilty. But self-care isn’t selfish. It[...]
We are a few weeks into the new year, and you’re probably still committed to your resolutions. But It’s going to take more than a few new year resolutions to make this year better than the last. It takes self-reflection, motivation, and the willingness to leave old habits behind. Think about the goals you’ve set for the year. Now imagine how it would feel to achieve them. If you want[...]
It’s a new year, and with it comes a chance for a new beginning. Now is the perfect time to start new habits, set new intentions, and work towards your goals and dreams. Because we naturally attract what we believe to be true, it’s important to start the year with a positive mindset to attract what you desire. Here are 31 affirmations to jumpstart January and the rest of the year. &[...]
The holidays are here! And while they may bring tidings of comfort and joy, they can also bring a healthy helping of stress—especially this year. Who isn't already on edge between travel restrictions, supply chain issues, vaccination wars, and a mix of political opinions? Add in a few difficult relatives and you’ve got the perfect storm of stress. While you can’t control any of these[...]
Before I share the 6 doctor appointments you need to make before the end of the year, let me tell you a very personal story. A few days before my 44th birthday, I received the shocking news that I had precancerous cells that were dangerously close to becoming cancer. I was under extreme stress the few months prior and had quite a few legitimate reasons to put off making a doctor appointmen[...]
My favorite season is almost over! Kids are going back to school, some are returning to work in person, and the weather will be changing soon. Although I’m not ready for summer to end, I’m committed to making the most of what’s left. Whether you've got some activities already planned or looking for some fun things to do, here are 15 things to do before summer ends. 15 Thin[...]
There’s just something about summer that makes me feel so adventurous. My mood is so much more relaxed. It’s like the warm weather flips a switch in my brain and suddenly I want to shake up my routine, try new things, and take more risks. And since school is out, our home schedule is less hectic leaving me with more time to focus on myself. So I’ve decided to claim this season as sel[...]
I’m not sure how we got here, but here we are. Tired, stressed, overcommitted, and overwhelmed—at work and at home. Tasked with the challenge of juggling work-life, family, and friends all while attempting to carve out “me time” for self-care and personal sanity. I know I can do anything, but I can’t do everything. There have been times when I’ve felt like I was drowning. Whe[...]
“If you’re happy and you know it clap your hands!” (clap,clap)… I’m sure you know this song as many of us have freely sang and danced to this children’s tune at some point in our lives. With big bright eyes we jumped, clapped, and giggled because we were happy and we knew it. Well, maybe. I don’t know about you, but it has taken much more than a song for me to discover w[...]
This year has been a roller coaster of events, emotions, and change! Within the blink of an eye, all of our lives have taken a turn in some capacity, some much greater than others. And it doesn’t look like we are anywhere near being back to normal. In fact, most of us have had to discover new norms for our families, careers, and ourselves. Many people are still working from home, most ki[...]
