I’m back from Costa Rica! A review of the Batik Resort. Hello there! I’m back from a week of surfing and yoga in Costa Rica and to say I’m refreshed would be an understatement. I will definitely be sharing with you about this adventure in installments as there is so much to tell and so … Read More »
Just BREATHE. A Word to Guide 2019. I have been trying to come up with one word to guide my year this year and today I stumbled upon it while reading Jill Will Run. Her word to define the year is BREATHE. I think that is a great word to help guide me too so … Read More »
Positive Mantras to help with Negative Thinking In my last post I opened up and showed you some of the more intimate parts of myself detailing my struggles with depression and my current plan for tackling how I am feeling. I truly appreciate the outpouring of support and comments acknowledging the true difficult nature of … Read More »
Hello 2019. It’s a new year and I am so thankful. I am so ready to kick 2018 to the curb. It’s been almost one year since I spent 12 days recovering from a severe depressive episode in the hospital. I am not ashamed to talk about it. It’s a part of my life story. … Read More »
Why you should get a Mammogram. My story. Hi there! So we’re going to get a little personal here on the blog today. I recently went to have my first mammogram. I am 42. My gynecologist had said there are differing opinions about whether to have a mammogram in your 40’s if you have no … Read More »
Tips for coping with anxiety and depression during the holidays. This holiday season I have been coping with ongoing anxiety and depression that has been heightened due to recent life changes. The holidays can be a joyful time but they can also be hard too. I have backed away from blogging for a bit because … Read More »
Steps for Letting Go of Negativity. Lately I have been working a lot on my attitude and my outlook. Our days are what we make them. Sometimes struggling with depression it can be hard to get up and get out of bed. The days seem long and everything seems dark but somehow I always manage … Read More »
World Mental Health Day Hello there! Did you know that today is World Mental Health Day? This day is of significance to me as you know that I am someone who has and continues to struggle with depression. It is important today as it is everyday to check in with your own mental health and … Read More »
Go The Extra Mile *Disclaimer: This post contains a giveaway from Hyland’s Homeopathy. All opinions and ideas expressed here are my own. What does it mean to “Go The Extra Mile?” go the extra mile To go beyond what is necessary or expected in order to please someone, achieve something, or get something done correctly. Athletes in search of a personal goal must go the extra mile to see their dream become a … Read More »
Five Inspirations for better well-being! So life has been pretty amazing lately. I got to spend last weekend in the woods of Maine, staying in a yurt, sharing laughter, stories and connection with 8 other women (only one of who I knew before). last Thursday I packed my running gear and warm clothes for 4 … Read More »