by Lori Ann King | Jun 30, 2025 | The Tough Stuff
Have you ever started a new relationship and gotten really excited, so wrapped up in the other person that you quickly became a “we”? The energy, the adventure, the dopamine rushing through your system felt so attractive, so addictive, so intoxicating… so...
by Lori Ann King | Jun 23, 2025 | Self-Care, The Tough Stuff
Unraveling and Healing the Sister Wound, Masculine Energy, and Finding My Place in the Middle “I know I’m a badass, and yet most days I still lack confidence. But that’s not my truth—that’s my conditioning.” This line has been echoing through me lately, rising from...
by Lori Ann King | Jun 17, 2025 | Self-Care, True Health
It’s 106 degrees here in Las Cruces today. And honestly? I woke up matching the temperature—hot and bothered. Not in a cute, sassy way either. I’m talking about the kind of irritability that shows up before your feet even hit the floor. No real cause. No warning....
by Lori Ann King | Jun 10, 2025 | Self-Care
Emotions are a choice. Wait—what? That statement might feel a little triggering. Controversial, even. But hear me out. I’m not saying emotions are always easy to manage. Or that you should suppress what you feel. I’m certainly not saying that everything can be fixed...
by Lori Ann King | Jun 4, 2025 | Self-Care
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....
by Lori Ann King | May 29, 2025 | Self-Care
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...
by Lori Ann King | May 22, 2025 | Self-Care
I was recently enjoying tea and conversation with a couple of friends. One shared how she and her adult daughter live thousands of miles apart but plan four-day adventures to be together several times a year. She mentioned that on day three, she usually experiences...
by Lori Ann King | Jul 7, 2024 | Life Lessons, The Tough Stuff
You won’t thrive in an environment that you aren’t supposed to be in. I bought this Monstera Deliciosa Plant, commonly known as the Swiss Cheese Plant, a couple of years ago to brighten up my workplace. At the time, I had to be in an office in person from 8 a.m. to 5...
by Lori Ann King | Jun 24, 2024 | Food
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...
by Lori Ann King | Jun 16, 2024 | Life Lessons, Mindset
Practicing kindness has the power to benefit both the giver and the receiver. It can boost the mood and self-esteem of both ourselves and the recipients of our kindness. It can also help cultivate a sense of community and even help reduce feelings of isolation and...
by Pasquale Mingarelli | Jun 9, 2024 | Guest Bloggers, Self-Care
This week’s guest blog addresses both the outdoors and nature spoke and the prayer/meditation and faith/spirituality spokes of the wellness wheel. Pat beautifully expresses the power of nature and the outdoors, combined with his love of photography in this post...
by Lori Ann King | May 28, 2024 | Food
There are many diets and lifestyles to choose from when it comes to food choices. Health concerns, ethical beliefs, and environmental considerations influence each individual. When you host a meal or social gathering, it can seem daunting to consider all the possible...
