Don’t get me wrong, I love this time of year when you can start to spend more time outdoors and you no longer have to wear your parka every.single.day. However, with this warm weather also comes my seasonal spring allergies, which sometimes makes it hard for me to stay active. I can sometimes have …
4 Healthy Foods that Won’t Break the Bank
Ever feel like it's nearly impossible to eat healthy without going into debt or having to sell your left arm? Same...Being a graduate student, I have to be careful about what I spend my money on. However, I've picked up a few tips and tricks over the past few years that help get me through! Next …
It’s Okay To Be Selfish
Yes, you read that right. Being selfish when you need to be is okay--but when is being selfish considered "needed"? Surprisingly enough, more often than you'd think. I'm not talking about being selfish in terms of how we teach children not to be selfish, I'm talking about being selfish with our time …
Bad Habits Make For Good Resolutions
With the turn of the year approaching, comes the always anticipated (or dreaded) New Year's resolutions. Now if you're like most people, you probably stick to your resolutions for a month or two, and then stop trying. There's no shame in that--I'm the exact same way! So this year, I wanted to try …
Not Taco Tuesday, But Taco Friday!
Happy national taco day everyone! Tacos are one of my favorite foods because I can make them exactly how I like. I've never met someone who doesn't like tacos, and I don't want to. Anyway, even though tacos aren't the first thing that pops into your head when you think about healthy food, they can …
At Home Poke Bowls
If you've never had poke bowls, you've definitely seen them all over social media. Build-your-own poke restaurants are popping up all over the place too. Just in case you haven't heard about poke, it's known for being a Hawaiian dish that mixes rice, a protein, and just about any topping that you …
To Snack or Not to Snack
Snacks- can either be your friend or foe. Do you have control when it comes to snacking or are you one of those people who once you start, you can’t stop? Snacking can get pretty tricky – many have appealing packaging which try to entice you through colorful images and clever catchphrases. Sometimes …
In a Slump? Here’s How to Get & Stay Motivated!
I’m getting to the point in the year when I can see the finish line, but I’m struggling to keep myself motivated. I feel a little burnt-out, overwhelmed, and ready for a much-needed break. I know the end of the school year is near, but lately I’ve found myself needing encouragement to keep going. …