Inner Strength: Eleven Ways to Find and Grow It
It’s been more than a decade since I went through my divorce and during that time I’ve forgotten how tough life felt. It all came flooding back to me when I started coaching a woman who was smack-dab in the middle of a divorce. The stress, the worry, the feelings of...
Questions & Answers. Love & Fear.
We sat across the table from each other, sharing hot cups of coffee and pieces of a decadent chocolate cake I had made earlier in the week. One of my closest friends had come over to catch up. We talked of love and fear and laughter and home and the daily joys and...
Cutting Your Path: Turning Hairdressing into a Career You Love
In a world that often pushes us toward conventional careers, hairdressing stands out as a path that blends creativity, personal connection, and hands-on skill. For many, it’s a passion rooted in transformation, confidence-building, and artistic expression. Turning...
How to Stay Motivated During a Tough Semester
The middle of a semester can be one of the hardest parts of academic life. The novelty of the new term fades, assignments pile up, and deadlines feel relentless. It’s easy to fall into a rut—but staying consistent is what helps you reach your long-term goals....
Why Caring for Your Smile is an Act of Self-Love
When we think of self-care, images of bubble baths and journals may come to mind. Some candles, mugs of tea, a new book. There’s nothing wrong with these habits, of course. These rituals can be very comforting and nourishing. Self-care is more than just the soft...
Daily Routines of High-Performing Nursing Students
Nursing school demands more than just good intentions—it requires structure, discipline, and consistency. While every student’s schedule may differ slightly, successful nursing students often share similar daily habits that help them manage the demands of coursework,...
Why Do We Self-Sabotage When Things Are Going Really Good?
By exploring your desires and wanting to go deeper into your own life, you begin priming your brain to think about the possibilities of having MORE for your life. And as such, you begin to take action that aligns with your desires. Then, just as you realize that life...
Create a More Intentional Home with Non-Toxic Candles
Have you ever noticed how lighting a candle can feel so centering and ritualistic? In a world that can sometimes feel crazy and out of control, it’s nice to have some simple touchstones to pause, breathe, and signal to ourselves and others that it’s time to slow down...
Understanding OCD: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Living with OCD can be tough, but learning about it is the first step to getting help. It’s more than just being clean or organized. OCD involves strong, unwanted thoughts and the need to repeat actions to feel less anxious. If you or someone you love struggles...
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