What is a stay at home mom? For the past 7 years I have been blessed to be able to say my job is a “stay at home mom.” It has been absolutely wonderful and I have enjoyed every moment of it. There have been times of frustration on doing things alone during the days […]
Anxiety
Healing Through Laughter
They say laughter is the best medicine, right? What does Laughter do to our body? Laughing relaxes the whole body as it relieves physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed for up to 45 minutes after laughing. Laughing can boost your immune system and decrease stress hormones as it increases our immune cells to […]
New Rules of Stress Management
We sure live in stressful times compared to decades ago, but why and what has changed? Men and Women across America Are more stressed than ever before. “According to the American Psychological Association’s newly released 2019 survey, “Stress in America.” the average person in America is under at least moderate stress, coming in at 4.9 on […]
Be the best communicator
We communicate everyday with others. The more effective ways we communicate today are by emailing one another, verbal words, body language and in a spiritual atmosphere. When Covid-19 took over the world in my opinion we lost all communication towards one another. As individuals we were forced to stay away from touch and feel. We […]
Single and Unapologetic
Is it just me.. Is it just me or is there a revolving stigma on when we should have this timeline of life figured out? Are we wrong for wanting to put our careers first and strive for money and financial success? Maybe you’re planning to become financially stable before starting a family. When we […]
What Does It Mean to Get Old?
Have you ever wondered what it was like to get old? In my school years I remember looking up to adults and thinking any age in adulthood was “old.” My parents were old, my grandparents were old, even my teachers were old. It wasn’t till my 30’s that I saw a change…my skin was changing; […]
When Trauma Knows Your Name
Do you remember your first kiss, your first date or maybe it was just simply remembering when you liked your first crush? When we are younger as early as 6 years old, we start engaging in sexual interest from the same sex to the opposite. We show love by smiles, holding hands, flirting, drawings and […]
Miscommunication No More
A Backstory… Several months ago, I had a friend that shared an interaction with her significant other. It went something like this: I’m so frustrated with my boyfriend! I sat down to eat a meal I’d just made for myself. He was sitting across from me at the table, playing a video game. I asked […]
Making Friends as an Adult
It’s Hard to Make Friends If you’re like me, you’ve felt the pangs of loneliness over the course of the last few years. Covid has made it hard to connect with people like we used to. If you were wishing you had more close friends before 2019, you’ve most likely struggled more with stress, overwhelm, […]
New Year Affirmations
It’s the Holiday Season! The holiday season is upon us. It’s time for New Year’s resolutions and setting goals. Right? Not able to jump into goal setting just yet? That’s okay! Instead of setting goals, try making a List of Positive Affirmations. Affirmations can be incredibly helpful and healthy for your well-being when done correctly. […]
New Year, New Goals
It’s that time of year! Again. If you’re feeling anything like I am: That 2021 has been a blur (kind of like 2020 was), then you might be feeling less than motivated to make a list of goals for the New Year. I get it. The past couple of years have been overwhelming. If you […]
Apologizing Like You Mean It
Ever get a crappy apology? Scrolling through social media I found an excellent meme by Introvert Doodles on “crappy” apologies and what “real” apologies include. I’m going to expand on that here. Have you been on the receiving end of an apology that didn’t really feel like, “I’m sorry?” Do people seem unreceptive to your […]
Fixing an Ailing Relationship
There are times… When we question our relationship with a significant other. It might be a fleeting moment when we’re annoyed or frustrated. Or we may have been questioning the merits of our marriage for months or years. Everyone has their doubts at some point. (Yes. Even those couples who appear completely happy and perfect […]
Being Generous; Good for Your Health?
“While popular culture may imply that happiness comes from focusing on yourself, research suggests the opposite: Being generous can make you happier.” ‘Tis the Season ‘Tis the season of giving. And parties. And shopping. And cooking. And wrapping. And traveling. And hosting. And having to remember all the things when there are So. Many. […]
Mommy Sobriety
Sobriety in an Age of Mommy-Wine Hey ladies! Let’s meet up at my place Thursday night for an hour or two, and I can tell you all about my side business. There will be wine…. LOTS of wine! Snacks, friends, fun, and wine! Who’s in? I read the message. Then read it again. Not long […]
