I Want My Mommy: How to Adult
Life can be really challenging sometimes… a lot of times. I’ve started to think of myself as the person I’m assigned to take care of. Parenting myself seemed like a sad idea at first. Shouldn’t I have parents for that? Is it pathetic to need to self-soothe? That’s when I need the good self-talk to […]
Who’s Fault Is It Anyway?
Whose fault is it that your life is harder than it needs to be? Who set you back? Was it a parent, the lack of parents, a teacher, a neighbor, a friend, or an ex? You’re probably right—if they didn’t do the damaging things they did to you, your life might be different. It’s not […]
Broaden Your Imagination: How to Pursue Your Goals
Sometimes, I think up big ideas—pursuing a singing career, starting a podcast, launching a business. All of these ideas seemed impossible until they weren’t. What makes our goals possible is us. It might sound woo-woo to say you can be what you want to be, but even though we all have limitations and real human […]
Destroy Your Distractions: Master Your Focus and Achieve Your Goals
Have you ever gotten lost in a YouTube scroll hole, emerging hours later with glazed eyes and zero memory of how you ended up watching so many videos? Yeah, me too. My attention can feel like a runaway train, constantly getting hijacked by distractions and leaving me feeling scattered and unproductive. It got me thinking: […]
Beat Decision Fatigue: Simple Strategies for a More Focused Life
Did you know the average person makes over 35,000 decisions a day? From what to wear to what to eat for breakfast, this constant stream of choices can leave us feeling mentally drained and struggling to make well-considered decisions. This is decision fatigue, a state of mental overload that impacts our ability to focus and […]
Beyond Comfort: Finding True Satisfaction
In our modern world, we are constantly bombarded with messages that promise comfort and convenience. From ads promoting the latest gadgets to the allure of quick-fix solutions, it’s easy to get caught in a cycle of seeking immediate gratification. However, this relentless pursuit of comfort often leaves us feeling unfulfilled. The truth is, true satisfaction […]
Overcoming Procrastination: Strategies That Work for Me
We’ve all been there—staring at a daunting task and feeling paralyzed by the thought of starting. Even the most active and effective people face this challenge, including myself. Although I’m generally energetic, like everyone else, I gravitate towards tasks that come easily. It wasn’t until I started tackling the work I disliked that my life […]
Work-Life Balance: A Practical Approach
Work-life balance. Why wouldn’t everyone want it? Having time for both work and a personal life seems ideal. But what does that actually look like in everyday life? Initially, I envisioned a daily routine with equal time dedicated to work, play, family, and everything else. But here’s the catch: equal time division isn’t always realistic. […]
It Wasn’t Me: When Your Behavior Surprises You
Have you ever surprised yourself with your reaction to something? It can be a confusing feeling when our response doesn’t match who we think we are. For example, if you consider yourself a calm person but find yourself yelling in a situation, there’s a disconnect to explore. This happens because our behavior isn’t always a […]
Minimalism Lite: Simplify Your Life Without Saying Goodbye to Your Favorite Things
Living minimally isn’t for everyone. Maybe you have a treasured collection of books or take pride in your meticulously curated vinyl record collection. But that doesn’t mean you can’t benefit from some minimalist principles. This blog is for the happy medium seekers, those who want to simplify without sacrificing the things that spark joy. Minimalists […]
