Take a beat definition: to pause before reacting. Whether it’s feeling frustrated with my toddler or offended upon getting a rude text/email/dm or in the heat of an argument, taking a beat has become one of the best tools in my arsenal. When I don’t take a beat and react […]
As a child, I vividly remember watching runners jog by my car window as my little legs dangled from my booster seat. They looked so strong, so powerful, so determined, so free. I thought to myself, “I want to be one of those people someday.” One of those runners in […]
I’m sorry. It’s a phrase I use WAY. TOO. OFTEN. Anyone else?! For some reason, I really noticed it this year but I know it’s a habit of mine I’ve had for years. Saying sorry when really I wasn’t, or when I didn’t actually do anything wrong. Basically putting myself […]
Wellness New Year’s Resolutions: 10 resolutions that will serve your mind, body, and soul and have you feeling REAL good come 2020. A Self-Love Writing Exercise: A way to admire everything you’ve done this past year vs. focusing on things you need to improve upon. Envision Your Life: If you’re […]
Sex should be sexy so let’s remove the toxins from it, shall we? From the lubrication you keep in your nightstand to the condoms you have on hand, there are healthy options on the market that skip the parabens, phthalates, artificial fragrance, alcohol, and petroleum. And besides the toxicity, these […]
Just sharing some favorite quotes that I’ve saved over the years. Even during one of the busiest times of years, it’s crucial to take a step back and remember all that we have. I definitely like pulling these quotes out when I need a humbleness check-in (among these ideas), too. […]
As someone who loves trying new wellness practices, reading up on them and learning about their origins fascinates me. Because believe it or not, not every wellness trend starts in LA. Hard to believe, I know. In fact, most of the practices we adopt here in the states come from […]
I’m a big believer in how you treat the first hour of your day. Of course, your attitude/motivation can shift throughout the day, but personally, I find that when I do certain things in that first hour, my entire day feels better. I’ve spent the last few months being thoughtful […]
I’ve noticed a new trend within the wellness/lifestyle blogging world lately and it’s all about ‘thinking time’. The idea is that most of us don’t actually give ourselves time to think – to wonder, to let our minds drift, or to even get bored. With the constant multi-tasking that we’ve […]