Realistic Mindfulness
As a woman, mom, wife, daughter, sibling and all the hats we often wear, some days life does not slow down. Between graduate school, work, family, personal goals, and everything in between, it is easy to feel like you are running on empty. A while ago, this never-ending hustle began to take a toll, not […]
Meditating With Your Kids
As a parent, finding moments of calm is important. Between school drop-offs, work, grad school, activities and everything in between, it is easy to lose sight of the importance of slowing down. But what if I told you that those quiet moments of calm do not have to be just for you? Meditating with your […]
The Power of Personal Resets
Life can be overwhelming for we a have a lot on our plates; family, work, personal hobbies, and so forth. Over the year I have learned and am still learning, that taking time to reset is not just healthy, it is necessary. Resets help us realign, recharge, and show up as our best version possible. […]
Flowers and Finding Presence
Flowers have a way of grounding me, no matter how life gets. Between raising my children, balancing work roles, important volunteer projects, doctoral school and getting in those date nights with my husband, days and time pass by quickly. But flowers, whether they are in a vase on the kitchen table or growing in a […]
Living Kindly
The importance of observing Yom Kippur or acts of kindness and forgiveness all year is essential. Change (for the better) is a process. It takes steps, it takes a lot of introspection, dedication, recognition and continual connection to the higher-self, the universe, and for some, continued connection to one’s temple, church or place of worship […]
Five Mindfulness Practices To Explore
When it comes to health, wellness, mental peace, and happiness, I want to do whatever it takes to naturally get there. We are living in a busy world, constantly getting busier with people more connected to their electronics than ever before. We are always “on” 24/7. The key to finding balance in today’s fast-paced society […]
Tracee Ellis Ross to Inspire
Daily morning prayer, meditation, and deep focused breathing are just a few wellness habits that help Tracee Ellis Ross maneuver the day and this thing called life. On her social platforms she described meditation and breath work as the tools “to connect me to the present moment and to create space in my body.” Below is […]
Holiday Zen
‘Tis the season to be jolly!!! It sure is. With holiday music flowing in my brain and joy radiating as I prepare holiday festivities with family and friends, it is certainly a gleeful time of year. But let’s face it, this season also culminates in anxiety from planning, coordinating, seeing relatives (not all family relationships […]
The Comparison Trap
The comparison trap is one of the most toxic behaviors we can engage in. The idea “the grass is greener” is a wild misconception often fueled by jealous evaluation, the gateway to stress and anxiety. When we focus on what others have or are doing, it takes away the joy in our own life and […]
A Year to Reflect
As we embrace the harvest season, take this time to reflect on yourself and the importance of acts of kindness and forgiveness. Each is essential to one’s mental health and can impact your world twofold. Join me in making this upcoming year the best year by living with greater love, increased kindness, healthier habits, zero […]