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How to Create a Slow Morning Routine
Recently, during a trip to my parents’ house, I stumbled into a slower morning rhythm that felt like a deep exhale. I was jet-lagged, off work, and free to move at my own pace. What emerged was a morning routine that felt restorative and grounding.
After a Breakup: Things That Might Feel Worse Before They Get Better
I’ve been through my share of breakups, and one thing I’ve learned is this: there’s no silver bullet for healing.
Month Two After a Breakup: What Now?
Advice for managing that strange, quiet space between the shock of a breakup and the shift towards your new life.
Tips for Finding Balance as a Single Working Mom
I remember when I was younger my mom, who worked full-time at a stressful office job, would be the one to cook all the dinners, clean the house, drive me to school. My dad also worked and did things around the house, but I was very aware of the fact that my mom ran the household like a traditional stay-at-home mom would but ALSO worked.
Building Your Confidence When Re-Entering the Workforce
Re-entering the workforce after years of being a stay-at-home mother or working in a family business can feel incredibly daunting. While you’ve undoubtedly been working hard, the structured corporate or professional environment may seem foreign, and the confidence you once had might feel out of reach.
Why You Shouldn’t Explain What You Want in the Getting-to-Know-You Stage of Dating
When you first start dating someone, it can be tempting to lay out exactly what you want in a partner. You might think that by setting clear expectations, you’ll make it easier to find someone who meets your standards. But in reality, this approach can backfire.
Signs You Might Be Ready to Start Dating Again
If you’ve read any of my other blog posts, you probably know that I believe a strong relationship comes from being solid in who you are by yourself. In fact, I would go so far as to say that in times when I’ve felt vulnerable, I have attracted (and been attracted to) people who were terrible matches for me.
Tips for Keeping Home as a Single Mother
Being a single mother means running an entire household solo. On one hand, it can be more efficient because there’s no one to confer with on decisions.
How a Creative Pursuit Can Change Your Life
If you asked most people how they interact with arts and media, they'd probably say through consumption. Whether it’s reading a book, watching a movie, or binging a TV show, these are all ways we connect to creativity—but as spectators.
