I want to start by saying this right up front, I have been there. I have stared at the mirror feeling defeated. Tried the next best diet that promised change. Felt that tight, sinking feeling of guilt after “messing up.” If you are reading this and nodding your head because it feels familiar, I am […]
I have to confess something right out of the gate… for most of my adult life, I thought setting goals was either something people with planners did or something you did once and then completely forgot about until next year’s list stared back at you with that silent judgmental stare. Maybe you feel that way […]
Have you ever set a goal, felt super motivated at first, and then… that motivation just disappeared a few weeks later? You’re not alone. We’ve all been there. The truth is, motivation comes and goes — but discipline is what keeps you going when that initial excitement fades. Discipline isn’t about being strict or perfect; […]
Here is where I am supposed to tell you that with “this simple plan and a few hours a week you can be on your way to eating delicious and healthy foods every day.” But I won’t, because I know first-hand how this ideal plan is not feasible for everyone, every day. Some days you […]
5 Ways to Reframe Negative Thoughts (So They Stop Running the Show) We all have those moments where our brains act like the drama queen in the room. One bad comment, one small mistake, and suddenly our thoughts spiral into “I’m not good enough” or “This is never going to work.” Here’s the truth: your […]
Have you ever finished a day feeling drained, wondering where all your energy went? Maybe it was spent on tasks that didn’t matter, conversations that left you frustrated, or thoughts that kept spinning in circles. It happens to all of us. The truth is, not everything deserves your energy and becoming aware of what does […]
Have you ever stood so close to a painting that all you see is a blob of color… then you step back and suddenly the picture makes sense? I feel like growth works the same way. When we are nose to the glass of our own life, it is hard to see our progress. We […]
I’ve always been someone who sets goals—big ones, small ones, and everything in between. I love the challenge of pushing myself to be better in areas of my life that matter to me. But here’s a question I’ve been thinking about lately: What do you do after you reach a goal? This morning, I got an […]
Be honest—when was the last time you looked in the mirror and said, I look great today or wrapped up a tough task and thought, I did an amazing job? If you’re struggling to remember, you’re not alone. Many of us go through life giving out compliments like candy to friends, family, even strangers, but […]
Patience is something I’ve been striving to possess for many, many years. As a matter of fact I published a page holder on this subject in this blog in 2018, it is now 2025 and I am just now writing it. I didn’t procrastinate, although I am the Queen of Procrastinate. I simply hadn’t learned […]