Tag: self care

When Fine Isn’t Fine Anymore: Naming Burnout And Learning To Rest

When Fine Isn’t Fine Anymore: Naming Burnout And Learning To Rest

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I had a to-do list packed with more items than any reasonable human could complete. Work deadlines for...
Body Shame

Body Shame

As the end of 2023 speedily creeps upon us, I’ve started reflecting on the year. While doing so, I realize how much emotion and...
What My Toddler Has Taught Me About Self-care

What My Toddler Has Taught Me About Self-care

My toddler and I battle it out almost every day. Whether it's over food, play time or bath time, there is always a struggle...

The Self-Care Myth

Self-care seems to be all the rage these days. Everywhere I turn, I hear people talking about the importance of prioritizing yourself. I have...
Seven Simple Self-Care Soothers You Totally Have Time For

Seven Simple Self-Care Soothers You Totally Have Time For

When you think of self-care does it call to mind images of luxurious, candlelit bubble baths, a day spent at the spa being pampered,...
Mom Needs a Break Recharging Through Fitness

Mom Needs a Break: Recharging Through Fitness

I have always enjoyed fitness. Since I was a preteen, I embarrassingly enjoyed working out to 1980's VHS tapes. Over the years, I upped...

The Proper Care and Feeding of Adult Friendships

When my son asked me at dinner a few nights ago why my friend Alaina and I stopped being friends, it momentarily stirred up...
Learning to Love My Body, Again

Learning to Love My Body, Again

When I was pregnant, I read just about every website, watched all the latest vlogs, and kept up with my multiple baby tracker apps...
Everyone is Creative. (Yes, Even You!)

Everyone is Creative. (Yes, Even You!)

Before I had kids, I often carved out time on quiet Saturday mornings to enjoy a French press full of coffee, journal, and read....

Take Care of Yourself, Momma

Hear me out Mommas… I am now giving you permission to do one of the most important things you can ever prioritize. This is...