I was scrolling the internet and came across a post about self-care. It was talking about how self-care can make people feel bad. Of course, that’s the exact opposite of what it’s supposed to do. I think that too often self-care ideas are connected to money and time – lots of both. For a lot […] Read more…
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The Beauty Of a Self-Care Stroll
Lately, I’ve been really into taking walks. It started because I realized I wasn’t getting in enough steps. I spend a ton of time at my desk. So a stroll through the neighborhood is my way of getting in some more steps. I even signed up for a 5k in my efforts to keep moving. […] Read more…
Many Ways to Love YOU
They say self-love is the best love and it’s true. The question I have though, is why it is often so hard to do. We freely give love away every day. Whether it be to our kids, spouses, or friends – we give. Many times, we don’t give, we give until we’re depleted. The thing […] Read more…
Imperfections : Embrace Them
A few years back, when my daughter was younger, she asked if she could paint my nails. Naturally, I said yes and offered that I would paint hers too. We talked and talked while she gave me her best manicure. When she was done, she asked me if I liked it. I told her I […] Read more…
Hitting The Self-Care Reset
It’s that time of year again. We’re winding down all the laid-back summer fun and doing the school shopping. The kids will be back in school next week and there are lots of loose ends to tie up. While back to school is like hitting the reset button for them, I like to look at […] Read more…
Finding Your Best Self
I’m constantly on a journey of self-discovery and self-care. It’s like a never-ending quest to find more balance and harmony. I have thought of some ways to nurture my mind and body in a way that works for me. So, please take a deep breath, and let’s begin this journey together. Steps to Your Best […] Read more…
Signs You Should Put Down Your Phone
I was listening to a podcast (on my phone) the other day. The host of the show said a recent study showed that most Americans check their phone at least 97 times a day! They found that at minimum we are on our phones five times a day. I felt attacked. These little pocket computers […] Read more…
5 Ways To Take Back Your Time
Life is busy for everyone. Whether you are working for a company or yourself. You can be raising a family, or doing all of the above. Whatever the case, it’s busy and it can be easy to lose track of the time that is spent simply winding down. You need time for your activities, hobbies, […] Read more…
Lessons I’ve Learned from Yoga
The downward dog is my nemesis. That might be what’s kept me coming back to yoga. I never considered myself a yogi – far from it. Still, once I started, I felt like I just had to get better at it. I always avoided it because I didn’t see myself as flexible. I always drifted […] Read more…
Your Spring Reading List
Spring has sprung! Our fruit trees are blooming and the whole backyard smells so good. Soon enough, I’ll be planted in the gazebo with a few good books. It’s just warm enough to feel good out there with a few good books. Not yet hot enough to be an uncomfortable sticky mess. I’m taking advantage […] Read more…
