As someone with OCD and anxiety, I am no stranger to overthinking and trying to escape the roller coaster of thoughts. Sometimes, all it takes to turn off the negative energy is to refocus your mind. This list is for my over-thinkers… 10 Things to Think About Instead of What’s Bothering You Whenever you’re having a rough day, take a moment to read this list. Remember, we are always capable of changing our state of […]
This post is for all of my anxious people… I know I’ve always been open and honest about my anxiety and living with anxiety daily, but the past two years have hit differently. I’ve grown and transformed as a person and during that transformative journey, my anxiety has changed as well. As you age, anxiety feels different and it affects you differently. The things, people, and issues that once bothered you no longer do. You […]
How to Not Lose Yourself in Motherhood Hi mamas! If you’re a mother, you already know that there’s a lot we talk openly about and a lot that we keep hidden from the world. Sometimes, society is not welcoming to open, honest thoughts. One topic that doesn’t get discussed nearly enough is how many women feel as though they lose themselves after they become moms. They feel less confident and less free. Carrying a child, […]
Whether we want to change and grow or remain the same, trauma and experiences change us. I’m no stranger to growth and change. When I was sixteen and raped, I changed permanently. The girl I was before the sexual assault died. She disappeared in an instant. Becoming a mother changes you in beautiful, complicated ways, and I changed once I became a mother. Last year I went through another trauma that catapulted me into the […]
It has been a very emotional, trying, yet beautiful month. We had to move unexpectedly during my 38th week of pregnancy, unpack an entire home in two days, I was induced at 39 weeks, spent three days in the hospital, and then came home to a space that was still new to me with a newborn and my four-year-old. We had to move to get away from toxicity caused by a family member and it […]
Hi! I am sorry for my long absence from my blog. I’ve been so busy and I also haven’t felt inspired to write about anything lately. Sometimes, I’d much rather read or pursue one of my other hobbies and passions instead of typing on my laptop. But, with that being said there’s so much to catch my readers up on and I felt compelled today to check-in. I hope all of my loyal, amazing readers […]
Do you know the saying, “Don’t sweat the small stuff (and it’s all small stuff.”? The saying is a reminder not to worry about little things that don’t matter (and much of what people worry about consists of little things). Well, I am someone who sweats the small stuff, always. I am someone who suffers from severe anxiety and I have my entire life. When I was a little girl I would stay up until […]
Introduction Ever since I was a little girl I’ve loved fashion, styling, and shopping. I vividly remember crying over a cheetah print coat at Target when I was a little girl. I wanted a Barbie set and the coat, but my dad told me I had to pick between the two (a huge decision for a five year old), because they were both pricey. I took a moment to think about what I really wanted. […]
I went for a run last week for the first time in years. In high school, I used to go for runs to escape from my thoughts for a little while because when you’re working out, sweating, and focusing on your body, you can quiet your emotions. I walked by so many little kids heading back to school after what has been the hardest year any of us have ever experienced from Covid-19 and our […]
Whether you’re a busy mama like me, or you’re just a gal heading to the beach to catch some waves and soak up the sunshine, your beach bag is essential. After becoming a mama to a fun, crazy, incredible little boy my beach bag has changed immensely. I’ve been to the beach every weekend since summer began this year, and I always pack my beach bag hours before to ensure that I don’t forget anything. […]
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