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Winter is not a bug in your productivity system. It is a feature, and you have permission to use it. Somewhere between the first dark 5 p.m. and the third holiday invite, a little voice starts whispering that you should be doing more. More plans, more hustle, more everything. Meanwhile, the couch is basically the Central ...
... too corny? Perhaps. But sometimes we need a chill and easy-going playlist to kick back to when the times are getting busy. It allows us to sink into it, allow ourselves to unwind, and enjoy the moment and season we're in. A few classics, some retro, some newbie songs, and of course the mix of ...
Sept just handed the baton to Oct, Nov, and Dec, aka the season when every brand on earth is trying to convince you that joy has a checkout button. As a marketing nerd, I respect the hustle. As your friend, I'm here to tell you that you can have the cozy, the sparkle, and the ...
Somewhere around the third pumpkin spice ad of the season, it hits you: summer's loud, expensive energy is over. And honestly? It's all good. Autumn isn't asking you to do more. It's giving you permission to do less, and to do it well. While the internet is busy convincing you that fall means apple orchards, $9 ...
Maybe it's not for everyone, but September has been my perfect refresh, many a years over. It's like the school year is starting, but instead we're grownups. We're not buying new notebooks and pencils, but instead, perhaps we're buying a couple new outfits. We have a chance to refresh our lifestyle and ourselves. We can recommit ...
We sweat. We sweat some more. We love the warmth of the sun on our faces, and then we say...ok that's enough. We start craving the crisp fall air by the time August is heading our way. Is the grass ever green enough? The dog days of summer... they get rough. But I've always learned, that ...
The TL;DR: Summer 2026 thrillers are doing the work. The genre has grown 40% in three years, and this year's crop is smarter, written overwhelmingly by women, about women, for readers who are tired of being polite about the world being on fire. Your TBR list needed this upgrade. 1. It Could Have Been Her ...
A no-fluff guide to setting boundaries, lowering your cortisol, and finally choosing yourself without the guilt hangover. Let's be honest. You've been in that meeting. The one where someone is 22 minutes late, offers zero apology, and then proceeds to waste another 38 minutes of your life with circular thinking and zero action items. You smile. ...
Living richly in a world that keeps sending you invoices. Remember when a coffee was $1.50 and gas was just... fine? Neither do our wallets. But here's the thing nobody's saying out loud in their perfectly curated Instagram Reels: a full life has never been about a full cart. Somewhere between "treat yourself" culture and $18 açaí bowls, ...
The ancient technology that's still beating your scroll-before-sleep habit, and what science says about why. The honest truth... You're not bad at sleeping. You're just giving your brain a fireworks show when it's trying to wind down. Every night, millions of us do the same thing: lie in bed, tell ourselves we'll scroll "just for five minutes," and ...
Sometimes, the shift you need isn’t a mindset. It’s a melody. There are days when everything feels just a little… heavy. Not overwhelming, not urgent, just off. And in those moments, we often try to think our way out of it. Fix it. Reframe it. Push through it. But what if the answer isn’t in your thoughts? ...
There’s a quiet kind of magic that happens when someone shows up for you. Not performatively. Not loudly. Not for credit.But in the small, human ways that say: I see you. I’m here. It might look like a text you didn’t know you needed.A call that lingers a little longer.Someone remembering something you said in passing, and ...
Some days you wake up ready to conquer the world.Other days you wake up… and just getting through the morning feels like a small victory. Both count. We’re often hardest on ourselves during the moments when we actually need the most compassion. When the to-do list is long, motivation is low, emotions are loud, or life simply ...
When you've had a day, a week, a month, and even a year (already), take a moment. A moment to unwind. A moment for you. A moment to sit back, relax, and take it easy. Have you ever noticed that a song, or even just a lyric from a song, can change a mood? When ...
Winter asks less of us, and that can feel uncomfortable in a world that celebrates constant motion. Shorter days, colder mornings, quieter evenings. The season naturally slows things down, yet we often resist it, wishing it away in favor of brighter, busier days. But winter isn’t a pause in life, it’s a different rhythm. This season invites ...
As a new year begins, there’s often pressure to decide everything: who you’ll be, what you’ll achieve, how fast you’ll get there. Vision boards offer a gentler alternative. Not as a rigid plan, but as a mindful pause. A way to check in with what you’re drawn to before the year fully unfolds. At their best, ...
Each year, instead of a resolution, I choose a word. Not something to achieve, but something to return to. A lens rather than a checklist. For 2026, that word is mindfulness. Not as a rulebook, but as a relationship, with my body, my energy, my time, and my needs as they shift day to day. Mindfulness, to ...
We live in a world that applauds the hustle.Checklists. Deadlines. Constant motion.It can feel like slowing down means falling behind. But rest isn’t a reward you earn once you’ve done enough.Rest is a need.A life-giving rhythm.A quiet act of strength. This week, what if you made space for pause? Your Body Knows Before You Do Fatigue isn’t failure.It’s a ...
A gentle reminder to pause, listen inward, and choose what supports you. The holidays are painted as joyful, magical, endlessly sparkling.But for many of us, they’re a mix of beauty and pressure, celebration and expectation, connection and exhaustion. A season that asks us to give more, do more, show up more… even when our energy is ...
Why furry, feathered, or finned friends calm the mind, soften the body, and soothe the soul. Stress is part of being human, work deadlines, unexpected life shifts, mental overload, constant noise, and emotional heaviness. But there’s a reason that sitting with a dog, watching a cat sleep, or just seeing a squirrel in a park can ...
Some days, stress feels small, like background noise we can ignore.Other days, it feels loud and heavy. It sits on our chest, changes our mood, distracts our focus, and makes even tiny tasks feel like mountains. And the hardest part?We often expect ourselves to power through it.To stay strong.To keep showing up.To pretend it’s fine. But stress ...
Prefer to listen rather than read? Check out our podcast episode here. Even the strong need a moment, and find their way back. We all know that person.The one who always shows up.The one who keeps it together when everyone else unravels.The one who’s strong, reliable, composed, the rock. Maybe that person is you. You’re the one people ...
Because sometimes the only way to move forward is to stop fighting what isn’t yours to fix. We live in a world that rewards constant doing.The hustle, the goals, the checklists, they make us feel productive, in control, and safe. Until they don’t. Because sometimes, life throws something your way that no amount of planning or pushing ...
Why authenticity isn’t just refreshing, it’s revolutionary in today’s hyper-curated culture. Scroll through any social feed, and it’s easy to feel like life comes with a preset filter. Perfect lighting. Flawless skin. Highlight reels that make everyday moments look cinematic. We’ve built a digital landscape where polish often replaces personality, and “real” feels like a rare ...
I always chuckle a little when Richard Gilmore on Gilmore Girls says "I am an Autumn" after taking a magazine quiz. And I full-heartedly concur. I am definitely an autumn despite being born in July. I love the fresh, crisp mornings that have a little chill to them. The color changing in the leaves. The ...
Sometimes we're rushing around, going at warp speed from wakeup to bedtime...without even taking a moment for mindfulness. A moment to breathe. A moment we need to feel like us. So how can we be better about it? Here are a few things I do... Take 30-60 minutes to workout 5-6 days a week (before work ...
I have always been an animal lover, well perhaps excluding reptiles, but the furry ones - domesticated and wild - have my heart. I'd love to go on a safari one day and see them in their own setting, running free, and loving their lives. As for domestic animals, I started with a bunny (named ...
Some people don't like to make a fuss about their birthday and sometimes let it slide under the radar. While others may go as far as a birthday month and have festivities throughout. What the level of celebration, the day itself should be considered special. It was the day people were given the chance to ...
A special installment on today's radiate daily podcast - another sneak peak into Wild Hearts Unveiled: Poems Unscripted, a book by our founder and author Pam Sahota. This installment digs into what happens when someone is no longer a part of your life. And you decide it's for the best. What it does to your emotions. ...
...are you ready for the heat? And I don't just mean the heat of the summer, on the blazing sunny days out by the pool, in the sunshine and breeze of the waves on the beach, taking a stroll with the pup as you window shop on a glorious day, or sitting in your perfect ...
There was a time when I imagined being a doctor. A veterinarian. A lawyer. Working at a fashion brand. What we imagined once, isn't always where we end up. And truthfully that can sometimes be for the best. Instead of thinking of what "could have been" what about what "can be now" ? Did you ...
Today we have a new podcast episode for you... and it's all about things you can do to love yourself more. Now that doesn't mean sitting and analyzing, but finding ways to be better to you, for you. It can be as simple as a self care list that you do on the regular. And ...
...Spring is definitely upon us. The days are getting longer. You can feel it as the sun doesn't quite set when you expect it to anymore. There's optimism for what's ahead...summer is around the corner. Warmer days. Pool and beach days. Days that feel unending and ready for adventure. To feel a bit more of ...
As Valentine's day is once again around the corner, every store, restaurant, and media outlet is looking for a way to make the most out of the "hallmark" holiday. Hearts everywhere. Chocolate. Cupid. Pink. Red. Fixed Menus for the "special" occasion. All of it, surrounding us since Christmas and the New Year ended. But does ...
Ever had that feeling of being stressed, frustrated, and needing to get that pent up energy out? How about dance it out? Sound silly? Dare you to youtube the many scenes on Greys Anatomy where they do this and it helped our favorite made up characters on the show. ;) But seriously. Let's be real. Think ...
Journaling is something I started a few years ago and I'm always looking for the right notebook or journal to help write out my thoughts, ideas, or just doodle sometimes. Journaling is great way to reduce stress boost mindfulness encourage space from your thoughts acknowledging what you feel a way to process what's going on in your life determining where ...
With the holiday season upon us, I know I can't help but get into the spirit of it. The Christmas tree is up, the lights are strung, and the stockings are hung... all waiting for me to pop on the right holiday movie, warm up some hot chocolate (perhaps with some baileys), and toss in ...
Once again, we decided to heat up the ultimate holiday playlist which has been building over the years and is now 150 songs large. From classic to pop to alt Christmas and holiday songs for your listening pleasure. We just wanted to add a little more pizazz with some of the latest ones to pop ...
Being thankful isn't just for the Thanksgiving holiday...it's a constant state of being. The holidays have a tendency to stir up more emotions, and give us a sense of family and love, more times than the rest of the year. But should it? Yes, the holiday movies like Love Actually, Home Alone, and even Elf ...
Life is busy, chaotic, and truthfully just a lot sometimes. So why would we put up with more crap from people in our lives? Let's mute them. Drop them. Leave them behind. We deserve a bit of peace and serenity and if the people we surround ourselves with are not a source of that, bye ...
Soulmates aren't just about romantic relationships. We build relationships with our friends and those can grow close and become soulmates too. Don't you remember Jack and Jen on Dawson's Creek? They were there for each other through thick and thin. They knew each other down to their core. They don't have clocks or understand the ...
I don't know about you, but traveling can put a dent in your bank account, and sometimes you just need to take the time to save and spend a little less. There are plenty of ways to stay more local, take shorter weekend trips, and find ways to escape without really going away. Here are a ...
Why you shouldn't listen to this new pipin' hot playlist by our founder --- It's got new hits and nostalgia tracks It'll make you dance in your chair It'll make you sing along It's the type of playlist that makes you think you're awesome You will probably listen to some songs over and over and over ...but damn that sounds pretty ...
Listen to our podcast episode on this topic or read the blog post below. Dealer's choice. Is it me or does time seem to go faster the older (cough cough) I mean wiser we get? Hours fly by. Days and weeks feel like months ago. Yet we still keep moving forward because what else are ...
We all get in a "mood" sometimes for something deeper, some feeling, some heart, something vibe-y, moody, etc. Sometimes what we want is just that perfect playlist to feel out those vibes. Sink into those feelings. Feel a bit more. Sometimes we just want to let the songs feel for us. Let our mood be our ...
Ever think damn, this is the best version of myself. Today. Right here. Right now. How do I hold on to this? What helped me get here? I realized the best version of myself is when I have the following: Harmony (not just balance) in work and life Surrounding myself with people who are kind, driven, ...
With Spring coming in full force, the sun being out longer, we can't help but want to be more active. However, if most of your day is working, how can you get more steps in or add in more activity Being active...takes effort. Some of us drive to work, sit at work, eat at our desk, ...
It's women's history month. We just had international women's day. So what do we need? A female empowered playlist, ready for women's history month and everyday women empowering other women. Having each other's back because why not? How we empower each other: we speak their name when they're not in the room, to boost them up we ...
Listen to our podcast, where I have a revelation on how I really got into the show criminal minds or check out the blog post below. Do you remember how simple life seemed when we were little? Saturday cartoons. Burgers and fries. Playing outside. Swing sets. Jumping in leaves. Building legos. Taking naps. Watching TGIF. ...
Self care is not a once a week or once a month type thing. It's a daily practice to care for yourself in ways that make you a better version of you. Some days that means just resting. Other days it may mean doing all that adulting you wanted to avoid. Other days it may ...
Listen to our podcast episode on word of the year or read out blog post below - your choice... I had a recent conversation with a friend around resolutions and instead how I like to choose a "word" or theme for a year instead. It's more encompassing and allows for more bandwidth within it. He liked ...
... So I did a thing. For years (decades really) I've been writing poetry on and off. Typically during certain tough situations where the emotions and words just pour out. It was a way to let go and heal, and move forward to a newer, better version of myself. Well, now I've released about 20 ...
Listen to the podcast or read the blog post below. Your choice. Do you ever feel like a robot, wondering where the days went and what a blur the time that has passed has been? As if you were running on auto-pilot? That is not the life we were meant to live, is it? There were times ...
Listen to our podcast episode or read out blog post below. Your choice! Ever wonder where you're meant to be? Which path to take? Where the journey will lead you next? Or how you'll get there? I've spoken to a few friends lately and life has definitely taken us on paths we did not expect or at ...
Note: Yes it's been a minute since 2021 but thought it was worth re-sharing the start of our podcast and the motivation to "move" - Mind Body and Soul. I was sitting around one day, after launching some podcast episodes for work, and thought to myself, I kind of want to do this myself. Why not, ...
Autumn is here, which also means a time of year when things are picking up speed. All the good things including family events, community gatherings, school, work trips, football season, plans with friends and loved ones, and more. All great in theory, but sometimes it adds up and your calendar looks like it threw up ...
The perfect way to fall into this pumpkin spiced season is a playlist full of moody vibey tunes ... Are you ready for Hocus Pocus, Practical Magic, The Craft, Gilmore Girls, and Harry Potter season? Because we are. It's full of apple pies, pumpkin pies, cozy warm feelings, and comfortable nights with that chill in ...
I wrote about taking the time to journal and show gratitude on a daily basis a little over a year ago. I wasn't sure if I'd make it a week or month or more, but I made it about a year. I was pretty impressed, I must admit. Then I fell off, mainly because it ...
...with this playlist. It may not be fall yet, but I'm one who cannot wait for the crisp air, cozy nights, and pumpkin everything. Sorry, not sorry. We all know a song, a playlist, the right tune or lyric, can change a mood. Make us "fall" into nostalgia with retro songs. Let us feel like a ...
...Be grateful, for what you do have, and worry less about what you don't. The grass always seems greener, but sometimes it's just a mirage. Things can get tough whether it be work, relationships, family issues, health... but in the end a lot of these things are either temporary, and there are bigger things at ...
Ever have a day where it's too hot to do anything. You don't want to eat outside, which normally would be lovely bc you're sweating in your meal. You don't want to go for a walk because you're dying of thirst. You can't even seem to get the pool to cool you down. It's the ...
Thinking about adopting a pet? I've noticed the trend more-so during the pandemic and less often since then, but it's always a wonderful idea. A wonderful idea if you're truly prepared and ready for the responsibility when it comes to expenses time devotion to training and care understanding an animal becomes family not a toy the love ...
Listen to our podcast or check out our blog post below. Your choice! Not everyday is going to be perfect, but you can continue to make progress. Progress over perfection - a mantra I picked up that I truly believe in. In that vein, there are things we can do to. make our days more productive, ...
Listen to our podcast or read more below -- your choice... Funny how much faster time seems to go by, the older we get. Actually I hate the world old, I much prefer wise. The wiser we get. It's been a decade since I turned 30, and I am 10 years the wiser now at ... ...
Trust is hard, but trusting yourself shouldn't be. Or at least we would hope. Our past experiences can creep in to our judgment and allow our thoughts to give mixed signals on today or tomorrow. There was a time when I wanted to hang out with certain types of people or date certain guys. I was ...
Let's take a little journey and see if we can see through to the other side together? She ran into the storm Thunder surrounding her Lighting crashing behind and in front of her Rain coming sideways She wasn't able to see 6 inches ahead Yet she kept moving She knew she had to She had to keep moving The storm was one she ...
I'm sure you've heard the phrase, "build a life you don't have to escape from" or "take a vacation from" ... basically creating a life that is enjoyable day. We all have 'off days' where you wish you could make a change, or escape, or find a quick solve. There are days when you ...
Taking time to get to know yourself and even take yourself out on a date are total confidence builders. So if you're down to read more, please do, but you can also listen to our latest podcast episode here. ---- I recently went to a book tour event for Emma Lovewell's new book Live Learn Lovewell, ...
Warmer temps, sunshine, and a fresh new season heading our way. You have the desire to do more, stay up longer, linger outdoors, taste that feeling of summer starting to hit us. It's a season for remembering our childhood ease. A time for living a little more simply. Enjoying the company of loved ones. Making ...
Grab a cup of tea, your favorite coffee or a glass of wine...and settle into your favorite place, that chair in the corner with a blanket and just listen to a little story (in poem fashion). A little escape. An escape for a moment to breathe, let go, and drift into a story. Listen now ...
I remember when the show SATC was originally popular and I admit I was watching during reruns...I saw the episode where Carrie took herself out. No phone. No book. Just herself and her meal, at a table for one. It was such an accomplishment for her...and truthfully I feel like it is definitely a stepping ...
...I can buy myself flowers is a song I never thought I would care for, mainly because of the artist who sings it, but I judged too quickly. I didn't give her enough credit. The song sings to the soul of so many of us. As does great music overall. A song, a tune, ...
With the advent of social media, blogs, and other mediums that allow you to broadcast your personal brand at the click of a button, brings on another beast. Judgement. Actors and famous people have had to deal with the issue of the media and putting out their image in tabloids for decades now. In that ...
Listen to our latest podcast episode on practicing acceptance or read out blog post below. February and March has been a tad frustrating for me because I injured my right hip/glute/back area from weight lifting (I think) or something clumsy - you never know with me. Unfortunately, not only was this painful physically, but emotionally ...
It's easy to get lost in the day to day, but taking a moment, preferably more than one, is so necessary. Why you ask? A moment to reflect, discern what's going on within yourself, and determine what you need whether it be as simple as a glass of water, perhaps a nap, or a run ...
Reading is something I dove into as a kid, and never quite let go. I admit, that while I was in college and grad school, reading on top of all the reading I already had to do, wasn't as common. I dove more into tv series and movies in my downtime, but reading never quite ...
Listen to our podcast episode or read the post below, your choice. Have you ever doubted yourself? Had imposter syndrome? Or just wondered, can I do this? I'm pretty sure at one point (or many points) in time, we all have. No one is confident one hundred percent of the time, and that is perfectly ...
Winter can be hard with the short days and weeks that sometimes feel like months. BUT sometimes the right playlist can turn our mood into something a bit more optimistic. So, forget the groundhog, and the 6 more weeks of winter. Forget that the sun doesn't come up until 7, or that it gets dark ...
Note: this post was written in its entirety by ChatGPT Dealing with body image issues in 2023 will likely involve a combination of self-care strategies and professional help. Some tips for self-care include: Focusing on self-compassion and treating yourself with kindness. Practicing mindfulness, which can help you be more present and less self-critical. Engaging in regular physical activity and ...
I had always thought work-life "balance" was the key to happiness, but recently came upon the term work-life harmony, and am now revisiting the right way to approach life - for me. According to a Forbes article, "Work-life harmony is about you. It’s about your energy and where you invest it to make your life ...
Everyone needs a new playlist to start the year off right? It's not "new year, new me" it's "new year, new whatever YOU want" because it's your year. It's not about the perfect resolution or need to be perfect at all. Because it's about progress, not perfection. This playlist is about kicking the year off in ...
We recently had a podcast episode around reflection, and as this blog post speaks on some of those topics, it also takes it a step further into 2023. Read on, for more... Today we're taking a moment to reflect on our resolutions, and words for the year and upcoming New Year. Reflection is definitely something that ...
With the year coming to an end (I cannot actually believe it's already here), it's a great time to reflect back on intentions and see how far you've come. Want to consider more about your purpose, intentions, and goals and resolutions for 2022 and perhaps how you move into next year? Before you plan, or reflect, listen ...
Written by former contributing blogger, Daniela Forte (RIP). What comes to mind when you think of November? Thanksgiving, of course. But, what if you don’t feel so thankful for everything you have this holiday season? Or you are struggling to be grateful for what you have in your life because there is just too much weighing ...
Ever want to hit snooze once, twice, perhaps twenty times in the AM? Ever feel like starting the morning is not as simple as the "morning people" say? I hear you. I definitely struggle to get my day started, but dedication is the key when motivation is lacking. Want to hear more on how I get ...
...fall into a poem, that may even inspire you... She felt beatenLike ropes on sunburnt skinHer tears swollen against her She laid thereNo words spokenHer breath just a beat She couldn’t lift her armRaise a word from her mouthSmell the fire around her Her life a furyHer heart a mazeHer head ready to fight She wasn’t one to lay downShe ...
...and I a so ready for all of it. The crisp weather. The fresh start you feel. How about you? Are you excited? What are your favorite things to do in the fall? My favorite things? It's not just about pumpkin, I swear. You'll have to listen to find out more and what ideas you ...
Tired of running errands? Do they feel like a chore? Not have enough time to hang with friends? Budget a little tight? Here's a thought - how about an "errand friend date"? As I get wiser in age...schedules appear harder, and there's just so much adulting to do. I have one particular friend, who I've ...
Lately, there seems to be a sense of feeling unsure or a form of excitement in the air. People transitioning in jobs and relationships. Folks who have decided to move, whether away or get closer to loved ones. With the transition to Autumn, it's a time of newness and fresh starts. For some it can ...
Listen to our Podcast episode or read the post below. ...and I admit I am SO ready. I love the turn of the season, the crisp weather, and most of all the newness of it all. Perhaps it's because I used to have school every September and it felt like a fresh start. That kind ...
Read our blog post below, or listen to our podcast episode on the topic here. If you could start all over....Would you? We've all chosen a path, or a criss-cross path to where we are today. We may have chosen a major in college, then a job, and/or grad school, and fixated our minds on a ...
Thanks to social media I was reminded of my post in the New Year of what I had pledged as my word for the year. Actually, I had chosen two words, because it felt fitting to have both. Note: I choose words over resolutions as they represent a theme I want to carry through the ...
The temps are hot, and so are moods. The sun is raining down heat and we feel the humidity like a blanket we are unable to walk through. In turn, the grumpier we seem to get. So what do we need? We need to cool it down a bit ... our temperament, our mood -- ...
Listen to our podcast on keeping it simple or read our post below. When it comes to summer, and living in general, social media makes us think we need to be living the high life or we have no life. Going to the Hamptons in our private jets, spending every sunny day or night out ...
With how busy we all are --- and we know it gets busy pretty easily, it's important to have an outlet. An outlet to release our stress, anxiety, and allow ourselves to turn off. Imagine the feeling of letting go of our worries, our daily concerns, and focusing on an activity that keeps us in ...
Read out latest post below, or listen to our latest podcast on taking a journey into the unknown. A journey into the unknown. Are you ready? Or are you scared of what it holds? The unknown is full of uncertainty and unpredictability. You never know what will enter your life, leave it, or become the norm ...
Okay okay, some parts of the country/world have warm temps throughout the year, but if you're a new englander like myself, the seasonal changes are bit more substantial. Going from blizzards to torrential downpours to steamy summers, it's quite the change of pace throughout the year. But...when the the temps warm up, and the sun ...
A lot happens in life. The good. The bad. The mediocre. We sometimes don't realize how wonderful things are in the moment, until they've passed. When we look back and see how grateful we could be for the things in our lives. The roofs over our heads. The company of loved ones. A secure job. ...
Let's take a moment ... to be in the moment. Sit back. Be mindful of what you feel. Let it in. Understand the reason behind it. Perhaps take some time to meditate through to the calm. Are you ready to take a moment for you? Listen to our latest podcast episode and take a moment. Until ...
Sometimes we all need a little inspiration. Or a reminder that we're on the right track or have made it pretty far. Here are a few inspirational quotes I've found recently, heard, or thought of myself: Acknowledge the fear and do it anyway - Emma LovewellBe bold, or stay stagnantEmbrace change as change is a ...
When the stress is piling on, the anxiety is real, and it doesn't seem to be going away anytime soon, how do you cope? How do you deal? How do you pull through to the other side? Do you have a happy place? A physical place or mental place you can go to in your ...
Remember the days we didn't have to do all our own chores, had meals made for us, and only really had to worry about our homework and hygiene? Wow, I miss those days sometimes. Being an adult can be a real pain in the ass. There are a multitude of bills to pay, regular budgeting, ...
I wrote before about gratitude. So I did it, I took every morning - 1-2 minutes a day - to journal what I am grateful for that day. For that day. In that moment. I didn't think it would last, but it allows me to realize what there is to be grateful for, despite the ...
Ready for some new tunes and some great ones from the past to step into the warmer weather with? Ever notice how a song or a playlist can change a mood or mindset, and bring in some new vibes? Whether it's getting out of a funk, getting excited and motivated, or just plain relaxing, see ...
Not in the mood to read, listen to our podcast episode instead. Gratitude, a word that scares some, and excites others. Gives some folks the ability to think through the good in their life. The things that actually matter - how little they may be, the small things can add up to making a larger ...
It's not just about physical movement that matters to keep us stimulated and healthy. Mental and emotional movement is clutch too. Whether it's reading more, listening to a regular podcast, or engaging in a craft or hobby, it's important to keep our minds stimulating and continuing to learn, and grow. So we as people can ...
Are you like me ... do you love to share memes to communicate on the regular? Or find a great quote and post/share them on Instagram? I know I sometimes collect great ones and have them handy at the exact time it's awesome to respond with or use it with a friend. They can be ...
Some folks I know or knew in when I lived in the city would say "I don't need a great place, because I'm never home," or "I'm just home to sleep", etc. The thing for me is, I want my home to be a place of comfort, especially now that I WFH regularly, and a ...
I am the first to admit, I hate doing chores. I'm not domestic. I don't get stress relief from cleaning. So each Sunday when it comes down to cleaning the apartment...dread fills the air. So how can chores be less of a chore? How can it be beneficial for those of us who don't enjoy ...
It can be tiring, running on a hamster wheel - waking up, coffee, shower, working, cooking dinner (maybe), working out (maybe), unwinding (hopefully), bed, rinse and repeat. Whether you go into work or work from home, it's a repetitive cycle, especially in winter when getting out seems harder (mentally and sometimes physically) to do. ...
How ready are you for some warmer vibes, sunshine on your skin, and long walks that don't require a poofy coat? I know I'm ready for extra sunshine, longer days, that allow you to sit on your balcony in the evening vs burying inside with heat. And this playlist has just the right vibe to ...
L.o.v.e. The "lovely" hallmark holiday Valentine's Day is around the corner, and we know this because all of our local stores have been draped in red and pink since Christmas. The hearts, the teddy bears, the chocolates, and the roses - you can't forget the roses. For some of us it's a flutter in our hearts. ...
Sometimes you just need to jump around. Get up and dance. Have a little dance party in your living room. Just because. And here is the perfect summer playlist to do, just that. Dance on!
A mid-year reality check for the goals you set with such confidence in January. January you was unstoppable. Vision board? Done. Goals? Set. Intentions? Manifested with a latte in hand and a playlist that made you feel like the main character. It's July. How's that going? If you're crushing it, amazing, keep going, this post isn't for you. But ...