Hope: The Strength That Gets You Through
Hope isn’t just some fluffy Pinterest quote or a “think happy thoughts” bumper sticker. It’s that deep-down, gut-level belief that things can get better — and that you’ve got what it takes to help make...
The Mirror Moment
Let me tell you something personal. Some days, I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror and think, "Well... that's new." A crease, a ripple, a scar I forgot about until it shouted at...
The Magic Plate: Nutrition That Doesn’t Suck (or Starve You)
We've all done it- we've paid into the idea that dieting is the real secret to feeling better, managing your weight, and actually enjoying food isn’t some overpriced cleanse or starvation ritual disguised as wellness....
The Thought Spiral Trap: Why You Can’t Stop Replaying That Awkward Conversation
Tell me why our brains are absolute chaos goblins at 3 AM, as thought spirals take over. There you are—cozy in bed, supposedly “winding down”—and suddenly your brain throws you a highlight reel of every...
Mind-Body Resilience Isn’t Woo or War Games
It’s Just Training (And You Can Do It, Even in Pajamas) Look, nobody hands you a guidebook on how to stay sane when your job implodes, your kids are melting down, or your body decides...
Hope: The Strength That Gets You Through
Hope isn’t just some fluffy Pinterest quote or a “think happy thoughts” bumper sticker. It’s that deep-down, gut-level belief that things can get better — and that you’ve got what it takes to help make...
The Mirror Moment
Let me tell you something personal. Some days, I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror and think, "Well... that's new." A crease, a ripple, a scar I forgot about until it shouted at...
The Magic Plate: Nutrition That Doesn’t Suck (or Starve You)
We've all done it- we've paid into the idea that dieting is the real secret to feeling better, managing your weight, and actually enjoying food isn’t some overpriced cleanse or starvation ritual disguised as wellness....
The Thought Spiral Trap: Why You Can’t Stop Replaying That Awkward Conversation
Tell me why our brains are absolute chaos goblins at 3 AM, as thought spirals take over. There you are—cozy in bed, supposedly “winding down”—and suddenly your brain throws you a highlight reel of every...
Mind-Body Resilience Isn’t Woo or War Games
It’s Just Training (And You Can Do It, Even in Pajamas) Look, nobody hands you a guidebook on how to stay sane when your job implodes, your kids are melting down, or your body decides...
Managing Stress Through Effective Time Management
Time management and stress are closely linked. Effective time management is essential as it directly influences our stress levels. We can create a more structured day by prioritizing tasks, setting achievable goals, and organizing our...
Mammograms, Mondays and Rainy Days
It's Monday. It's pouring rain. It's chilly. As if torrential downpours and flooding aren't enough, it is also Mammogram Monday! Nothing says today is going to be a great day like waking up at the...
Starting Tips for Healthier Cooking
Are you excited to cook and enjoy healthier meals but unsure where to start? It’s completely understandable, especially when our society is completely overwhelmed with diet plans (and trust me, not all diets are healthy)....
Illuminate, Define, Excel
Illuminate, Define, and Excel: What do these words REALLY mean? In the quest for better health and wellness, and even more so in our journey toward a happy, successful life and career, we often stumble...
I’m a 41 year old woman, born and raised in the Hudson Valley. I’m a daughter, sister, aunt, dog mom, friend and cancer survivor. My experience, strength and hope from my life is what I plan to share – to put it all out there and try to help anyone else going through something similar. I appreciate you taking your time to read and hope you realize your strength and importance of who you are…to both yourself and others.
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I’m a 41 year old woman, born and raised in the Hudson Valley. I’m a daughter, sister, aunt, dog mom, friend and cancer survivor. My experience, strength and hope from my life is what I plan to share – to put it all out there and try to help anyone else going through something similar. I appreciate you taking your time to read and hope you realize your strength and importance of who you are…to both yourself and others.
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Hope: The Strength That Gets You Through
Hope isn’t just some fluffy Pinterest quote or a “think happy thoughts” bumper sticker. It’s that deep-down, gut-level belief that things can get better — and that you’ve got what it takes to help make...
The Mirror Moment
Let me tell you something personal. Some days, I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror and think, "Well... that's new." A crease, a ripple, a scar I forgot about until it shouted at...
The Magic Plate: Nutrition That Doesn’t Suck (or Starve You)
We've all done it- we've paid into the idea that dieting is the real secret to feeling better, managing your weight, and actually enjoying food isn’t some overpriced cleanse or starvation ritual disguised as wellness....
The Thought Spiral Trap: Why You Can’t Stop Replaying That Awkward Conversation
Tell me why our brains are absolute chaos goblins at 3 AM, as thought spirals take over. There you are—cozy in bed, supposedly “winding down”—and suddenly your brain throws you a highlight reel of every...
Mind-Body Resilience Isn’t Woo or War Games
It’s Just Training (And You Can Do It, Even in Pajamas) Look, nobody hands you a guidebook on how to stay sane when your job implodes, your kids are melting down, or your body decides...
Managing Stress Through Effective Time Management
Time management and stress are closely linked. Effective time management is essential as it directly influences our stress levels. We can create a more structured day by prioritizing tasks, setting achievable goals, and organizing our...
Mammograms, Mondays and Rainy Days
It's Monday. It's pouring rain. It's chilly. As if torrential downpours and flooding aren't enough, it is also Mammogram Monday! Nothing says today is going to be a great day like waking up at the...
Starting Tips for Healthier Cooking
Are you excited to cook and enjoy healthier meals but unsure where to start? It’s completely understandable, especially when our society is completely overwhelmed with diet plans (and trust me, not all diets are healthy)....
Illuminate, Define, Excel
Illuminate, Define, and Excel: What do these words REALLY mean? In the quest for better health and wellness, and even more so in our journey toward a happy, successful life and career, we often stumble...