Hi guys! I wanted to share a poem that I wrote the other night. I hope you enjoy! Never Begin She gripped the phone willing herself to put it down. Temptation pulsed through her veins, dancing with the red wine that made it past her pink lips. She sat there, long fingers barely gripping the…
F. Scott Fitzgerald Quotes
Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald was an American writer well known for his novels based in the Jazz age. His recognition came mostly after his death, and today he is known as one of the greatest authors of the 20th century. Many of Fitzgerald’s writing illustrates romantic lyricism, determination, and glamour. Read these quotes from the…
Life In Color: The Significance Of The Color Yellow And How To Incorporate It Into Your Life
How much color do you add to your life? Are you dedicated to neutrals or have you committed to color? For a while, I gravitated almost entirely to neutral pieces. I felt uncomfortable with color. I thought it was too loud and not nearly chic enough. A couple weeks ago I decided to plan for…
Self Care Saturday: Quotes And Creativity
Lately I have been craving creativity and color. As I age, I find that my life has become a bit more mundane in my day to day life, and I want to bring back the spark of creativity. Jaime, my reiki practitioner, encouraged me to experiment with color and analyze how each different shade makes…
5 Essential Oils And Their Superpowers
Aromatherapy is a holistic healing treatment that uses natural plant extracts to promote physical and emotional well being. The wellness market has grown substantially in the past few years, making aromatherapy products more assessable than ever. Candles, diffusers, and fragrant roller balls are all examples of aromatherapy products that can reduce stress, increase relaxation, relieve…
I Got A Himalayan Salt Hot Stone Massage: Here’s Why You Should Too
A few weekends ago my sister treated me to something my body and mind has been desperately craving: a massage. My job requires me to fly on nearly a weekly basis, and it has taken a toll on my body and my mind. The constant travel, combined with the stress of the holidays and the…
Stoic Quotes That Will Motivate And Inspire You
Stoicism is a Hellenistic philosophy that dates back to early parts of the 3rd Century, BC, in ancient Greece and Rome, and is still practiced by men and women today. The stoic philosophy promotes positive emotions, reduces negative ones, and leads stoics to hone in on their morals and virtues. Stoicism focuses heavily on living…
Simple Ways I Am Turning My Bedroom Into A Peaceful Sanctuary
Two months ago I moved into a new apartment, and I have been slowly on a journey to make the space as comfortable and efficient as I can. I discovered that when I come home I want to feel three feelings: safe, comfortable, and inspired. I would like for this feeling to transfer to all…
13 Quotes To Motivate You In A New Chapter
Growing up, my favorite thing to do was read and write stories. I was intrigued by the impact of words and how when strung together in a serendipitous way, they could motivate and transform someone to the point of no return. These days, it seems as if people are more uninspired and insecure than ever….
Simple Ways To Do More Good
Today I listened to a podcast on the Waking Up app with Sam Harris and William MacAskill. This is the introduction podcast in the To Do Good series. In this podcast, Harris and MacAskill talked about altruism and the importance of doing good for others. They spoke about the idea of being self made and…
Notes From The Weekend: Holiday Stress and Himalayan Salt
Happy Sunday! I wanted to take some time to catch up with you all. I have had a very busy couple of months and as a result, neglected one of the pass times I love the most: writing. I moved into my new apartment mid November and it is starting to come together! I am…
Does Reiki Work? Benefits of Energy Healing
Have you ever wanted to cleanse your energy so you could physically and emotionally feel more centered and clear-minded? Reiki, often considered a “woo-woo” thing that those people do, has helped people around the world heal their bodies and clear their energy for generations. I was first introduced to reiki a few years ago. A…
Quotes For Daily Inspiration
Whether you’re in a less than cheery mood or simply looking for an extra dose of inspiration, there is a quote that will shift you mindset and bring you back to a higher vibration. Positive and uplifting quotes have the potential to lift your spirits and harness the power of positive thinking. Follow my blog…