Ever feel like affirmation practice was just not for you? Me too. But I'm an advocate now, and here's why.
Heal Yourself, Heal The World
I've always been taught that writing from the heart is the best way to heal ourselves and the world and that when you do, the people who need your voice will find you. So I hope this post finds you today because the words provide the hug (or smack for tough love fans 😏) you … Continue reading Heal Yourself, Heal The World
Gratitude Challenge: I get by with a little help from my friends.
Some days, like today, I journal about the gratitude challenges I post to my instagram story, so I figured why not do that here sometimes to test the power of vulnerability? Experiment commence!
Gratitude Challenge: Purchases That Spark Joy
Marie Kondo's method for tidying up is sweeping the nation and is the source of inspiration for today's gratitude prompt: What's a recent purchase that has sparked joy? Cultivate gratitude for your good fortune -- large or small.
Why Develop A Gratitude Practice
This time of year can be rough -- the holidays are over and the weather is bleak --- but a small shift in mindset can dramatically change the day's trajectory. And that isn't just some "turn that frown upside-down" bs either.
Cajun Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
This recipe was shared with me a few years ago, and I can't remember who it was from but am so grateful to them for it because it's easy to make in a pinch. It has all the comfort food vibes yet is loaded with broccoli to help balance out the meal. Hands on time is right around 20 minutes and is so easy that even I have it mastered!
One Hot Towel Away From Relaxation
"You must carve out a moment to yourself every single day." The first time I heard that statement I thought yeah, right. I couldn't possibly squeeze another ounce out of my day without feeling completely drained, and I was already feeling tired all the time. Turns out, that's exactly the reason why I needed to hold myself accountable to build in self-care everyday.
The Reality of Self-Care Routines
“YOU MUST CARVE OUT A MOMENT TO YOURSELF EVERY SINGLE DAY.” People have all sorts of reactions to this statement. From "that's selfish," to "I don't have time for that," we all have our reasons for avoiding the wisdom of the statement above. But if we carved out even just two minutes for ourselves each … Continue reading The Reality of Self-Care Routines
Calling All Stressed Out Teachers
We are all teachers, and it doesn't matter if you teach kindergarten, at the police academy, or your children/younger family members at home: You have to stop. Stop worrying about the list of ceaseless to-dos and extra-curricular commitments. Just stop and breathe. When was the last time you did that and noticed you did -- noticed that you intentionally paused because you needed to stop giving and steal back a quick second for yourself?
Butternut Squash & Eggs
I had a taste for my grandmother's simple zucchini and eggs and what better way to fill a meal planning spot than with a simple recipe, right? But zucchini isn't exactly in season, so I got creative and let seasonal veggies be my guide. The best part? Hands on time is less than 15 minutes. 😎 … Continue reading Butternut Squash & Eggs
Outlook Good, Feel Good 