I know things seem scary and overwhelming in the world right now, but take a deep breath in with me and say to yourself “It’s okay”. It’s okay to feel scared, it’s okay to feel confused. It’s okay to feel trusting, too. However, you are feeling about the coronavirus (COVID-19) and the precautions in our…
5 Misconceptions About the Sustainability Movement
My relationship with being a more conscious consumer started about six years ago when I learned about animal testing with cosmetics, and my eyes have been open since. I began buying cruelty-free everything – makeup, shower products, cleaning supplies. Then I started thinking about other parts of life’s bigger picture, too. I began utilizing my…
9 Ways to Limit Screentime
Was one of your resolutions this year to be more present? Maybe you have an iPhone that sends you weekly reports of your usage and notice it keeps rising, or you’re spending lots of time glued to your computer. However you are spending time on screen, we can all benefit from curbing our time with…
Trade in Black and White Thinking for Living in Color
Throughout the past year, I have realized I’ve been living life in black and white. It’s how I’ve viewed myself and others without consciously deciding to. It masqueraded as integrity or authenticity – if I say I believe in something or want to live my life a certain way, I am all in because if…
Making Gratitude a Daily Practice
You know what they say – three weeks to make a habit! And what better habit than to cultivate gratitude each day. Developing a gratitude practice has helped me cope with my mental health, chronic illnesses, and other major struggles I’ve had throughout my life. Why it matters Consciously reflecting on what I am grateful…
5 Gifts Chronic Illness Has Given Me
It can be hard to find gratitude when you get thrown curve balls that knock you off your feet. It can be hard to find light when you’re facing your darkest hours. But then there comes a glimmer of hope, an unexpected delight, and a renewed appreciation for all life has to offer. Navigating chronic…
3 Tips on Getting Grounded When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
We’ve all been in that place of feeling overwhelmed. The mind starts spinning about all you have to get done, drops in comparison mode, or simply cannot handle all the stimulation it’s being exposed to. Next time you start to spiral – or better yet, can sense you’re on the verge – try these easy,…
Proud Purchases: Spending Your Dollars Ethically & Sustainably
Like other topics involving ethics and sustainability, shopping can be a personal subject because it forces you to examine your habits. What this does not mean is getting down on yourself for what you own or getting rid of everything, but rather changing your perspective on future spending. We all have the power to support…
10 Ways to Get Out of Your Head
We all get in our heads in one way or another – you know, that little voice that whispers in our ear that can say a lot of mean things like… You’re not good enough. No one likes you. You’ll never get anywhere. Please don’t believe that voice. It can start from the comparison game,…
Intention Setting: Journal Prompts & Meditation for Reflection
As we’re rounding the bend on the first full month of the year, I’ve put together some tools I use each month when setting my intentions. I like to set intentions each month because it helps bring to life what I’ve envisioned for the year. Focusing a month (sometimes week or day!) at a time…