Often times things will feel scary or hard to do, and that fear keeps us from starting in the first place. Many things feel scary or really hard, until they’re done and we realize that we were stronger than we thought. My daughter just turned one – which is crazy to me how quickly this year has flown by. I’ve …
What is Self-Care
What is Self-Care? To many people, the term “self-care” can be daunting with fear of not doing the “right things”. Self-care can look different for everyone and even change over time. In the past, I was one of the people overwhelmed with making sure I did what blogs and influencers told me was best to self-care “correctly”. Meditate every morning …
Embracing vulnerability, patience and healing
This week I celebrated 6 years of blogging and speaking!! I really look back at the six years I have been doing this work and although there have been times of doubt and fear and exhaustion, the passion for this work has never subsided. However, it has been hard to keep up with the tasks that used to come …
Embracing Self-Care: My Journey to Finding Balance and Peace
Embracing Self-Care: My Journey to Finding Balance and Peace By: Ashley Gray In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, finding moments of calm and clarity can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Over time, I’ve discovered that nurturing my mental and emotional well-being is not a luxury but a necessity. Today, I want to …
It’s Okay to Pivot
It’s okay to continuously pivot and go in different directions. Our path and journey in life is unpredictable. We never quite fully know where we will end up. That can be scary, but it can also be exciting and empowering. And it’s okay if you take one path that at one point felt like the right choice for your future, …
Celebrate your strength and growth
I’ve been telling my therapist how it feels like I have 100 tabs open in my brain at the same time. As a single mom owning my own business, it truly feels like I never have a chance to breathe. Friends have recently been telling me how much of a superwoman I am and I guess I never really acknowledge …
A Focus on Men’s Mental Health Month
By: Xander Wynn June is designated as Men’s Mental Health Month, a crucial period for amplifying awareness about the distinctive mental health challenges faced by men. Although mental health issues are universal, men frequently encounter unique pressures and stigmas that can aggravate these problems. This month offers a valuable opportunity to emphasize the significance of mental well-being among men and …
You can want a break from your kids and still miss them when they’re gone.
Co parenting is hard. Harder than I thought it would be. When my ex and I first split, my biggest issue was having to spend time away from Charlotte. The idea of it drowned me and made me feel helpless. Over time, I became okay with it. I learned to embrace the break time and even find ways to go …
Two Interventions saved my life, now I help others
Have you ever spoken to someone who has died? What about someone who died twice? Because that’s exactly what anyone is doing when they speak with me. In 2010, my life turned upside down when my teaching career came to a screeching halt. I spoke up when no one else felt they could about an issue at the time and …
It’s Okay If Mother’s Day Is Hard For You
Mother’s Day has been conflicting for me for a few years now. The last Mother’s Day my mom spent on this earth was the one I told her that I was pregnant. The joy she had on that day was unmatched. The news of my pregnancy took away some of the pain, fear and sadness for her, even if it …