Stress: Friend or Foe?

Stress: Friend or Foe?

Stress: It’s everybody’s favorite five-letter word, isn’t it? We all talk about it: “I’m so stressed out.” “I’m overwhelmed.” “I’m fried.” And the consequences? Real. Tears. Irritability. Burnout. Ghosting our friends. Snapping at cashiers. Harming relationships....
Take a Break. Before You Need One.

Take a Break. Before You Need One.

Lately, my days have started with deep rest and intentional slowness. A good night’s sleep. A hot beverage on the porch. Time to read, journal, and watch the sun come up. I take a short stroll to the park, kick off my shoes, and stand barefoot in the grass—a grounding...
How Nutrition Can Help You Feel Healthy or Lose Weight

How Nutrition Can Help You Feel Healthy or Lose Weight

For most of my life, I’ve strived to be healthy. Over the years, I’ve learned that “healthy” can have diverse meanings depending on individual perspectives, goals, and circumstances. Here are some examples of what being healthy might mean to different people: Physical...