self-improvement • self-care • self-discovery
You know the feeling when you finish an awesome movie, or a book, and you absolutely can’t wait to discuss it with someone? Of course you do – it’s a pretty common feeling. But for me, it’s often a little more challenging to find someone to lend me an ear, as the majority of the … Continue reading The Lonely Moments on the Road to Becoming Your Best Self
I never thought I was one of those girls who felt obligated to hit a bunch of arbitrary milestones before I turned 30. But, as the big birthday loomed closer and closer I unfortunately started to crack. Everyone around me was getting married, having babies, or getting promoted. I was suddenly feeling behind, and my … Continue reading Three Things I (Really) Wish I Knew Before Buying My First House
About 15 years ago I lost a significant amount of weight. Nothing worth writing a motivational book about, or anything, but it was still the the head-turning, life-altering, question-provoking kind of weight loss. Most people didn't realize that I wasn't particularly kind to myself throughout my weight-loss journey. It wasn't fun. Actually, it was a … Continue reading Read this before complimenting someone on their weight loss…
I think I could easily list a hundred reasons why I decided to delete my account. But for simplicity’s sake, I’ll give you my top 5 reasons why I had to cut the cord with Facebook, and why, after 5 years, I’ve never looked back. 5) The incredibly fake identities people created for themselves. I’m … Continue reading Ditching Facebook (Top 5 Reasons Why)
When I met a new colleague at work the other day, he asked me the two questions I dread the most: if I was married, and if I had kids. As a woman in her early 30s, when I answer “no” to both of those questions, I’m usually met with a look of confusion, disappointment, … Continue reading If it’s alright with you, I’d rather not procreate…
I should try and avoid using words like “mistakes” or “regret”. I mean really, I don’t have a crystal ball, so who am I to say how things would have turned out, had I made different choices or acted differently in life. If the decisions I made, mistake or otherwise, got me to where I … Continue reading Mistakes I made in my 20s…
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