Finding Comfort in Little Moments

The summer has been brutal. I just opened an electricity bill for $205. Every other minute we’re receiving “conservation tips” on how to further reserve our energy usage. Gas is damn near an arm and a leg. And, let’s not forget about the usual day-to-day tasks that tend to grind our gears – i.e.: work […]

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I’ve Finally Established My Daily Morning Routine!

Morning routines are tricky. You can either cram too much into your starting hours (and immediately become overwhelmed) or you can slack off (and wish you had more time later in the day). I’ve tried it all; at one point, I hit the floor running as early as 4:00 AM. Yep, it was tough. But, […]

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Wellness Win: Investing in Your Workout Clothes

There is nothing better than a bomb workout set! When I first started my fitness journey, I would literally throw on whatever was convenient. I didn’t feel the need to be “presentable” while I worked out. My mindset was, “… at least I’m here!” As time went on I figured out that staying fit was […]

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Why I Wear Pink: Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month

I wear pink for my grandmother. I wear pink for my aunts. I wear pink for the survivors. I wear pink for those we lost. I wear pink for those who continue to fight with every ounce of strength, courage and resilience. Breast Cancer Prevention Partners (BCPP) disclosed that over the past 20 years, there […]

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Wellness Win: Esmesha’s 4 Tips on Increasing Daily Water Intake

Water. It’s the basis of fluids for living organisms. It’s also one of the primary means of hydrating your skin, aiding in digestion, detoxifying your body and assisting with weight loss. Water, in itself, is an element that packs quite a punch when it comes to health benefits. But, here’s the catch – I struggle […]

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Wellness Win: Embracing Your Fitness Journey

you caught my last post on maintaining happiness, you’ve discovered that working out has become an essential part of my everyday life. At the start of 2021, I made a promise that I wanted to improve my physical appearance – mainly focusing on toning and building more muscle mass. I also needed to pinpoint a way to adequately relieve extensive stress. It’s been quite a journey.

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Practicing Gratitude

Gratitude. It’s a word that we hear often, but, at times, fail to fully acknowledge. I never understood the power of gratitude until 2020. I started a monthly gratitude journal that continues to serve as a source of optimism and light, even my most desolate moments. Jotting down what I am grateful for blesses me […]

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