At the current moment, I am sitting outside of my favorite local coffee shop. Even though it's still technically winter, it's 68 degrees out, I'm drinking an iced green tea, and there isn't a cloud in the sky. It really couldn't get any better than this. However, one thought keeps popping into my …
Do This, Not That: Beginner Workout Edition
We've all tried committing to working out before. More often than not, we're great at it for a week or two, and good ol' life gets in the way. Each time this happens, it's harder and harder to get back to some kind of workout routine. So let's talk about some ways to help you get back on track and …
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 …
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 …
Stress-Free Sleep, Nothing Beats That
Some nights when the sun goes down, we can find our minds struggling to relax. After a strenuous day or in the middle of a hectic week, finding a way to rest and recharge may be more difficult than normal. Sleep is essential in reducing stress and anxiety in the days coming. Rather than tossing and …
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 …
How To: Deal With Conflict
Conflict is something we all have to deal with, but also something that no one likes to deal with. For the most part, none of us have control over when conflict occurs or how extreme the conflict may be. What we do have control over, is how we react. If you tend to get anxious when dealing with …
Skip Class: Try At-Home Yoga
I'm sure, at this point, we all know what yoga is. We know what it looks like and we all probably have that one friend who is obsessed with it. To be honest, they're on to something. Yoga can benefit our bodies in so many ways. However, not everyone feels comfortable going to a class or exercises in …