Here’s a confession: My kids aren’t the background of my phone. I don’t have their pictures in my bedroom, and I never placed their photos on my desk at work. Sounds awful, right? Maybe even selfish. But the truth is, I was—and still am—on a journey to rediscover me. I wanted…
Let’s be real—every time I read the typical “How to care for yourself” lists, my initial reactions go something like this: Meditation: Yeah right, my mind is never quiet. Journaling: I already have enough to do. Exercise more: Okay, but when? Eat right: Seriously?? Sleep more: Did I not mention I have four…
Motherhood is often portrayed as a picturesque journey filled with joyous milestones, tender moments, and endless love. While many of these moments are indeed beautiful, the reality that many mothers face is much more complex. The struggle with perfectionism is a common challenge, as we juggle the demands of raising children,…
As a parent, it can often feel like you’re navigating a minefield of expectations—both from society and within yourself. In moments of frustration, like when you find yourself yelling at your two-year-old, it’s hard not to wonder how we got here. Why does parenting today seem so much more intense than…
Collagen has taken the wellness world by storm, showing up in everything from morning smoothies to beauty products. But why all the buzz? What’s the connection between collagen and hair growth? Let’s dive into the details. What is Collagen? Collagen is a structural protein that plays a crucial role in…
As a mother of four young children, I often find myself caught in the whirlwind of expectations and realities that come with parenting in today’s world. Recently, I stumbled upon an article on social media discussing the impact of technology on our children’s mental…
It’s that moment again–screaming, chaos, and feeling utterly overwhelmed. As a mom of four kids, two being toddlers, I often find myself in situations where I’m on the brink of losing it, caught in a whirlwind of toddler tantrums and my own simmering frustration. In those moments, I face a critical…
Anxiety is a natural human response and our bodies were created chemically and physically to respond to stressors in this way as a protective response. We experience “fight or flight” so we can survive in an emergency situation or to get us through a scary presentation or short term situation. When our short term, situational…
Throughout our busy day to day lives, we tend to hold in the emotions and stressors of the day without releasing them before we try to rest at night. These trapped emotions can carry over to the following day and create a negative pattern. Journaling is a great way to express your emotions and connect…