I’m sure that by now you’ve heard about all of the benefits of meditation. Besides being a great way to ground yourself and clear your mind, practicing meditation daily can reduce stress, anxiety and depression while improving mood, resilience, focus and a sense of well-being. But if the thought of sitting still as your to-do list races through your mind is making you tense, that’[...]
Affirmations are simple statements we can use to improve our self-esteem, help us reach a goal, break a bad habit, find love, or even discover joy in our lives. They work hand in hand with our subconscious to make lasting changes for the better. Too many times we experience joy, but we don't celebrate it enough. Other times, we aren't even aware that it's present. Powerful affirmation[...]
I’ll be celebrating my birthday in a few weeks! And even though we are still dealing with the pandemic, the last year has made me so much more grateful for all the things in my life, large and small. Since my birthday is March 30th, I decided that I want to spend this month practicing 30 days of gratitude. Showing gratitude can be a great way to spread positive feelings in the world a[...]
Starting the day off in the right head space can set the tone for the rest of the day. I’ve never been a morning person. But as I get older, I realize the benefits of waking up early. I am more positive and productive throughout the day. Having a healthy morning routine has given me more control of my schedule and lowered my stress. I’ve also been able to develop some healthy habits th[...]
With so many things on my plate, the last thing I have time to think about is what’s for dinner. But if it’s after 3pm and I still don’t have an answer, it’s too late to defrost something. So I either have to go to the store or order takeout. Both options cost time and money. Meal planning has helped me get healthy, quick, delicious meals on the table in no time with no stress.[...]
It's been awhile since J and I had a crafternoon, so we decided to make these Valentine's Day mason jars. It was fun, easy and the perfect way to spend an afternoon. This is a super simple craft idea that works for all ages! For this project you'll need: 32 oz mason jars (you can use 16 oz jars as well) Acrylic paint in colors of your choice Craft paint brushes (various sizes[...]
This recipe for Angel Hair Pasta and Shrimp with Lemon Cream Sauce is by far my family's favorite pasta dish. Plump and juicy shrimp in a creamy, flavorful sauce with just the right amount of lemony citrus pop! Ready in 30 minutes, it's quick enough to serve on a weeknight and fancy enough to serve on a special occasion. A few notes before you begin: You can use frozen shrimp to ma[...]
Most people I know, especially women, don’t get the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night. They stay up too late and wake up to early. Most of the time it’s because they use the later hours to catch up on email, straightening up the house, watching tv, or having some much-needed quiet time. Then they wake up feeling unrested, using caffeine to get through the day. Is this you? W[...]
Over the years I’ve spent a lot of time in the kitchen making meals for my family and trying new recipes. And I’m always looking for the latest kitchen gadgets and utensils to make meal prep easier and faster. So, whether you’re just learning your way around a kitchen or you’re ready to audition for Top Chef, this list of must-have kitchen items will make it easy and enjoyable to w[...]
Take your breakfast or brunch from blah to bam with this amazingly delicious Berry French Toast Bake! What I love most about this Berry French Toast Bake recipe is that you can prepare it the night before and just pop it in the oven to let it bake while you prepare the rest of the meal. You can top it with syrup, vanilla sauce or eat it straight out the oven like I do! I've included the[...]
