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How to Intentionally Practice Gratitude for Life-Changing Results
This article will discuss the benefits of practicing gratitude and the ways to intentionally practice gratitude to transform your life for the better. So, what exactly are the benefits of practicing gratitude? Here are THREE ways I practice gratitude: Use a journal to write it out. Schedule time to unplug. Give back to others. Conclusion
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7 Free Ways to Practice Self-care
When did self-care turn into expensive skin and hair treatments, luxury vacations, and buying extravagant items? What began as a bubble bath with candles has evolved into a slew of pricey must-haves for women. Let’s ask ourselves an honest question: is that TRULY self-care? Self-care should be simple and easy to practice every day. Let’s get back on track to the simple things. I truly believe each woman should be practicing self-care now more than ever. We are breadwinners, mothers, full-time working college students, and we deserve a break that doesn’t cost us hundreds of dollars, am I right?! Please note that this page contains affiliate links. See my full…
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6 Things You Need For the Ultimate At-Home Spa Day
Why is self-care such a trending topic today? According to a study done by the APA published in 2011, “One in four women admit they are not doing enough when it comes to managing stress while only 17 percent of men feel this way.” So, you ask – what is the obsession with self-care? My opinion is that women today, ten years later, are truly evolving into these amazing, well-balanced, self-assured beings. We are taking care of our mental health and realizing self-care goes well beyond a child-free grocery store trip or going for a walk through your neighborhood. It is recognizing that you are not just a human that…
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Why We Should Be Celebrating Self-Love on Valentine’s Day
I vividly remember my first heartbreak. I was sixteen years old, and my very first relationship came to an end shortly after the start of the school year. As Valentine’s Day rolled around, my mother spent the entire day making sure I felt loved. She bought me tons of gifts and was extra attentive. But honestly, I remember feeling a little guilty accepting all of her tokens of affection because I wasn’t as sad as she perceived me to be. From a young age, I didn’t see the value in spending a lot of time dwelling in sadness over being single. I loved who I was, and I valued the…
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15 Thought-Provoking Journal Prompts
We often hear how therapeutic and soothing journaling is, but what exactly are we supposed to write about? Before blogging, I had a vast collection of freshly-purchased floral print journals and blush-colored spiral notebooks that would collect dust on my desk. I would have so many thoughts throughout the day, but when I sat down to write I couldn’t put them into words. If you’re anything like me, you struggle with getting those brain juices flowing. And that’s OKAY. Grab a cup of tea and find a comfortable, quiet place in your home. Here are fifteen thought-provoking journal prompts to get you started: What are the five things you love…
