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Boundaries are just like the wind: we know they exist, but they can be hard to detect. Without awareness or consideration, they can be crossed, forgotten, overlooked, or rejected. This, in turn, can make us feel invalidated, confused, hurt, or all of the above. And if this happens long enough, these moments can alter our reality […] More
Having body image issues almost feels like a rite of passage as a teenager. And while it is a good way to realize even the women you look up to the most have their days, it’s also not a necessity. Why do we have to feel like sh*t for a few years before we can […] More
It’s a fact of life that everyone has insecurities — while there are days that we’re feeling ourselves, strutting to work pretending we’re in a music video (just me?), there are going to be days that we’re not feeling as confident as we’d like. On those days, it can be hard to pull ourselves out […] More
While reading one of many “art of the craft books,” I came across what I now call “the 20-minute rule,” or “the art of productively grieving your losses.” Let’s take an example: you apply for a new job. It’s THE JOB. It’s the job you KNOW you are perfect for. You’ve been waiting for this […] More
It’s no secret that social media can take a serious toll on mental health. When we’re used to impulsively scrolling through our feeds every time we have a spare 30 seconds, it can spark an endless spiral of comparison — and in turn, feeling less stellar than we could. I’m a victim to the perils […] More
Guys. I found the best diet. It’s made me happier, healthier, stronger, more confident, and less worried about my body image. I get to eat whatever I want with one small change that is a little hard to get used to at first but is so worth it once you do. I feel lighter, brighter, […] More
People can get hyper-focused on forming good habits to live with. They try to exercise regularly, eat healthy, and maintain their overall well-being. While it’s great to form these good habits, your toxic habits could be keeping you from success. Toxic habits don’t always look like you think they will. They don’t always present as […] More
I’m willing to guess that, at some point in your life, you’ve felt a sense of shame or guilt in saying no to family or friends. I went to Instagram and polled the ladies, and everyone who answered yes to feeling guilty for saying no shared that they were afraid that they would let people […] More
