30 more days of 2019. WOWZA. December has to be one of my favorite months because of all the sparkly lights, festivities, & joy. But as an introverted-extrovert & someone who struggles with anxiety, December/the holidays can be a little overwhelming. While SO fun, also draining. My intentions this month are focused on making this … Continue reading HELLO DECEMBER: MONTHLY REFLECTIONS & INTENTIONS
Why hello there, holiday season! With Thanksgiving tomorrow, we’re officially in full-blown holiday mode! Obviously this holiday is all about reflecting & thinking about what we are grateful for. But when you’ve had a hard season, it's not easy! If you’re having trouble figuring out what you're thankful & grateful for this year, start small. … Continue reading I AM THANKFUL FOR …
All weekend long I’ve been having this internal battle. What change do I need to make around my addiction to sugar? Before we jump in, two things: 1. majority of my readers may not find this topic relatable, but we all have something we're trying to work on & it's best to be vulnerable, honest … Continue reading OVERCOMING MY SUGAR ADDICTION
Back in August, my closest friend at work approached me with the idea of starting a book club - I obviously loved the idea. If you like reading or want to get back into reading; joining a book club has so many benefits! It’s a way to build a community, step out of your comfort … Continue reading HOW TO START A BOOK CLUB
One week late, but who’s counting! It’s November friends, I cannot believe it. 2019 has given me some good highs & some of the lowest lows I’ve ever felt. It’s honestly been one of the most transformative years of my life so far. There’s been countless hours of hard work this year to arise out … Continue reading HELLO NOVEMBER: MONTHLY REFLECTIONS & INTENTIONS
Something I've realized in the last few weeks is I struggle with giving myself self-compassion. For my friends, families & strangers? EASY. Myself? Very difficult. My therapist recommended writing a letter to myself where I show myself some self-compassion. Let me know if you try writing one to yourself & don't forget to join me on insta … Continue reading LETTER OF SELF COMPASSION
Yesterday was a work-from-home day for me since I was running around to the doctor’s office, on work calls & answering 500 emails a minute! While I was coming home from the doctors, with a few free minutes to spare, I popped into the grocery store determined to meet my three new mini-goals & headed … Continue reading RECIPE: KETO CASSEROLE
Before we jump in … I started an insta @embracemylight so I can do little daily updates, come say hi! There are never times when I think to myself, "Wow, I've been through a lot and I'm still standing". Instead I find myself thinking, "You are a failure. Why can’t you do better? What can … Continue reading WALKING THROUGH THE FIRE
Um. Is it just me, or is 2019 slipping through our fingers FAST. It’s like I blinked 7 months, 212 days, 5,088 hours & 305,280 minutes happened in an instant! Not only are we in my birthday month & Leo season; but we are out of Mercury being in retrograde! Now guys, I’ve never been … Continue reading HELLO AUGUST: MONTHLY REFLECTIONS & INTENTIONS
In the last few weeks since I last wrote, so much in my life has shifted. One of the biggest changes is I have a new job! I was approached within my current company & presented with a new role: new title, team, responsibilities & a raise! Now, not everything is sunshine & rainbows. If … Continue reading MINDSET: GROWTH OR FIXED?
