One of the skills I struggled with the most, and still need almost daily reminders now, was to learn how to say no. Like many others, I am a people pleaser at heart. I want everyone to love me. It took me a long time to come to realize this…
View PostIf you have a spare 30 minutes (that’s all the time you’ll need) and you feel like setting yourself up for breakfast during the week, give these healthy banana muffins a try. This is a one-bowl recipe. The instructions are pretty straightforward: combine the ingredients in the bowl and bake.…
View PostFor the longest time, I equated self-care with beautification. I would “take a day to myself” to go to the salon, do my hair or nails, or get a wax. Now, I felt good doing these things – after all, “when you look good, you feel good.” But I never…
View PostPerspective is the lens through which we see the world. It informs what we make the situations and circumstances around us mean in the context of our lives. I realize I’m not writing a book report here, but the dictionary definition of “perspective” comes in handy: “a particular attitude toward…
View PostLet’s break down the concept of personal core values. What are they and why are they so important? A core value is a principle you hold deeply important. It is a foundational aspect of the blueprint for your ideal life – a guiding principle or fundamental belief. Some examples of…
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