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The Secret Weapon Of My Morning Routine
Do you have a morning routine?If you work from home, you might find yourself rolling out of bed two minutes before you have to “log in” to your computer with just enough time to pour yourself a hot cup of coffee. If you work in an office, you are probably racing around trying to figure out…
Maui Fires
We are safe and grateful to be back home. But as you all know, thousands of people were not so lucky. Parts of the island have been devastated. Many people lost their lives, their homes, and their businesses, and still don’t have water, power, or cell service. It is going to be a long road…
No Matter Where You Go, There You Are
In 2009, I moved to “paradise.” I mean who doesn’t want to live on a tropical island where the temperatures are generally between about 75-85 degrees all year round? I was happy to trade in my tailored suits and my crippling high heels for flip-flops and tennis skirts. Our new home had ocean views in almost…
Are You Being Too Hard On Yourself?
Life can be challenging, and sometimes, we may feel overwhelmed by the physical or emotional burdens we carry. Amidst the chaos, we must remember to hold a place where self-compassion can blossom. For me, this is found in my morning meditation, journaling, and on long walks. In one of my meditation practices, I was reminded…
Ready To Get Off The Stress Rollercoaster?
Chronic stress is a killer. Literally and metaphorically. In the short run, it kills joy. In the long run, it kills everything. I know because it was killing my joy and my well-being. When I was suffering from chronic stress and anxiety, I just assumed everyone tolerated daily headaches, muscle tension, overthinking, insomnia, and hyper-vigilance. …
One Little Trick to Help You Sleep Better
I have always struggled with sleep. When I was younger, my issue was falling asleep. I would crawl into bed and the “spinning” would begin. And by spinning, I mean overanalyzing every little thing that happened in my day. This accomplished absolutely nothing, except making me more anxious about getting enough sleep for the next day. …
What Habit Would You Like To Change?
Have you ever found yourself locked in an epic battle with your own bad habits? You know, those pesky little rascals that sabotage your productivity, test your willpower, and make you question your sanity? Whether it’s a snooze button addiction, the lure of midnight snacking, or the black hole of social media scrolling, we all…
What I Did On My Summer Vacation
Well, well, well! Look who’s back from her European getaway, or should I say “Covid-cation”! Turns out, during my delightful two-week summer escapade across the globe, I managed to contract the infamous virus for a solid ten out of fourteen days. Oh, what a splendid way to make memories, right? I figured after successfully avoiding it…
