WHY YOUR STUCKNESS MIGHT ACTUALLY BE A GOOD SIGN

WHY YOUR STUCKNESS MIGHT ACTUALLY BE A GOOD SIGN

Published on: 19/03/2025

Have you ever found yourself right on the edge of achieving something important, only to mysteriously pull back at the last moment? Or perhaps you've set an ambitious goal, only to find yourself procrastinating, getting distracted, or suddenly feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? I spent years thinking I just lacked discipline or willpower. But what I've come to understand is far more fascinating–what we call "self-sabotage" is often our nervous system trying to protect us in the only way it knows how.

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THE PLAY PARADOX: WHY WE RESIST WHAT WE NEED MOST

THE PLAY PARADOX: WHY WE RESIST WHAT WE NEED MOST

Published on: 26/02/2025

Wanna dance? 💃🏼 There isn't a dance floor I don't love—it's my favorite. Once the music hits, it's like a gravitational pull, I just can't help myself! Whether it's jumping around to 90s pop in my kitchen or cutting it up on a dimly lit dance floor, dancing transports me. I remember trying silent disco (a must do!) for the first time last year on a family vacation.

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A LOVE LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER & A REFLECTION ON THE MOMENTS AND RELATIONSHIPS THAT SHAPE US ALL

A LOVE LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER & A REFLECTION ON THE MOMENTS AND RELATIONSHIPS THAT SHAPE US ALL

Published on: 08/02/2025

Becoming a mom for the first time is a moment that changes you forever. For me, that moment came eighteen years ago when my daughter Ava arrived in this world. Today, as she stands on the cusp of adulthood, I find myself reflecting on the journey we've shared and the lessons she has taught me along the way. I want to share this love letter to Ava with you. Not only in celebration of her...

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WHEN THE WORLD FEELS HEAVY, CREATE ANYWAYS

WHEN THE WORLD FEELS HEAVY, CREATE ANYWAYS

Published on: 16/01/2025

I'd be remiss not to acknowledge the devastation and grief California residents are experiencing right now. My heart goes out to all who have been impacted by the wildfires. Sometimes we can feel overwhelmed by the harsh realities of the world and maybe even guilty for focusing on our own lives when so much is happening around us.

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A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS!

A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS!

Published on: 16/01/2025

Happy Holidays! Today, I'm sharing a few of my favorite things from 2024. While these are just a few, I hope this list gives you a little gift inspo for the holiday season! In no particular order (links included): Calpack Duffel Bag It looks great and holds all the things! The bag offers excellent smaller pocket options inside, a separate compartment for shoes,...

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Rewiring HOPE: Make Gratitude Your Act of Resistance

Rewiring HOPE: Make Gratitude Your Act of Resistance

Published on: 21/11/2024

What if your gratitude practice could be more than just a feel-good moment? What if it could be a radical act of resilience? This month, imagine your gratitude practice as a quiet rebellion against all the negativity. In a culture that constantly signals scarcity and fear, gratitude becomes our most subtle yet powerful form of resistance. A resistance to a world and media designed...

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