Does anyone really like criticism? I don't think so. As humans, we want to be liked, fit-in, and interact positively with others. So, naturally, when someone begins to criticize us or our work, we can take it personally. Sometimes we might overreact, get defensive, or feel the need to attack …
What I Learned From Backpacking For 4 Months
On New Year's Eve of 2016, I flew the 10,000 hours (okay, it was probably like 16) from Seattle, WA to Queenstown, NZ with just enough hiking and camping gear to fit in one pack. For the next 3 months, my boyfriend at the time and I, hitchhiked and backpacked our way from Queenstown, NZ on the South …
Affirmations For Positive Thoughts
Last year, GUADS put out an Uplift Podcast episode all about Body Image. Now, I'm not going to give it all away (give it a listen!), but I thought now might be a good time for a post about affirmations. It's normal to occasionally not feel your best, your hottest, your smartest, etc. Ideally these …
How To Make Your New Year’s Resolutions Attainable
Happy New Year's Eve!!!! I love how much hope comes with the turn of the new year; while you can make goals and resolutions at any time throughout the year, there is something about entering a new year with a clean slate, positivity, and motivation. However, unless your goals are realistic and …
How To Detox After The Holidays
The day after Christmas, and how do you feel?? Okay, okay, maybe you read the article on how to have self-control but it you weren't able to fully practice in (it's the dang pie's fault and we all know it). You know what? IT'S OKAY. Take a deep breath with nothing but gratitude for that amazing, …
6 Tips For Stress-Free Travel
Whether you are flying, bussing, or driving, travel around the holidays can be STRESSFUL. Everywhere you look is expensive flights, horrible traffic, long lines, stern TSA employees (we hope not!) - it can be really overwhelming. So here are some tips for the most stress-free travel this season! …
You Deserve Some “Me Time”
Everyone needs alone time. It's important to take time for yourself. Believe it or not, spending time in solitude is one of the best ways to improve your relationship with others and yourself. It might feel weird at first if you're not used to being alone, but integrating "me time" into your life is …
The Magic Of Vitamin D!
What's the first thing you think of when you hear Vitamin D? Probably sunshine, right?? If so, you are on the money! Our bodies produce Vitamin D as a reaction to sun exposure, but it is not actually a vitamin - it's a precursor of a hormone. Regardless of the misnomer, this wonderful nutrient is a …