‘Stress Sick’ is the New Pandemic Hitting Millennials
“I’m dying”. That’s the thought that popped into my head in the middle of the night a couple weeks go. At 34 years old, I was jolted awake by some of the worst, almost unexplainable sensations I have ever experienced. I was numb, buzzing, and…
Questions for Couples: Conversation Starters & Games for deeper connections and understanding
As a scorpio, I crave (and need) deep connection in all of my relationships. I don’t want to just know someone, I want to understand them. That’s especially true in my romantic relationships. What are the things the elevate your happy? How do you deal…
Covid-19 Quarantine’s Impact on Mental Health
At first, the work-from-home, self-quarantine was fine. I’m an introvert that enjoys her alone time. It almost felt like a mini vacation from the hustle and bustle, but as the weeks went on, anxiety started to kick in. My usual anxiety management techniques (walking, cooking,…
Mid-Year Shifts: Mastering Commitments, Communication, and Going with the Flow
June. We’re halfway through the year and in Gemini season. The mid-year mark is a time of great shifts and the themes of this years shifts have been creeping up on us, even days before the recent new moon in Gemini. Collectively, we are feeling…
Why Your Kind Words and Hotline Numbers Don’t Really Help the People Who Are Suffering
I’ll start this post by saying that there are varying degrees of mental illness and that help and treatment are not one size fits all. I’ve spoken about my personal journey quite a few times on the blog and I can give insight on this…
You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup: A Lesson for the Healers of the World
I’ve had a few breakdowns in my life; I’m not ashamed of it. Sometimes we need to be broken down to build ourselves up stronger and smarter for the future. I truly believe there is strength in allowing yourself to break and really feel what…
As F’d Up As We Are, I’m Beginning to Think that We’re the Normal Ones
I’m not shy when it comes to talking about my struggles with depression and anxiety. But, something that I’ve wondered lately is… what if I’m actually more normal than the person who thinks I’m too emotional? Even the people that don’t necessarily have an illness…
The Importance of Grounding Ourselves with Self-Care: How Beauty Rituals Lead Us to Self-Love and Happiness
I don’t know about you, but most days, my life is pretty fast and furious. I barely have the time or energy to keep my house in order, never mind remember to book a root touchup at my local salon. (My grays are having a…
The Fear of Judgement is Holding You Back: How to Unapologetically Jump into Your Perfect Life
I’m pretty close with my cousins. During my last trip back east, I had an amazing conversation with my cousin one of them while we were waiting to pick up her daughter from school. She and I are 16 years apart, but I’ve always found…
Mastering the Art of the Tap Out: A Lesson in Self-Care, Mental Clarity, and a Strategy for Life
Summer of 2017 was rough for me. I was going through a mild bought of depression, I felt burnt out, and I felt like my hard work was not getting me any where. I was in a pissy mood A LOT, which is not like…
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