Tag: selfcare
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Why Do We Stress Eat and How to Stop
We all have those moments where we reach for food when we’re stressed, anxious or upset. Stress eating can become a habit that is hard to break and can lead to weight gain and unhealthy eating patterns. I’ve personally been dealing with a lot of big life changes that I’ve realized has caused a lot…
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15 Signs You’re Suffering From Career Burnout (And How to Bounce Back)
Many professionals struggle with burnout at some point in their careers. I myself have experienced the exhaustion, cynicism and reduced productivity that comes with burnout at my job. For months, I had been feeling increasingly exhausted, unmotivated and disconnected at my job. I used to love what I did but suddenly it just felt draining.…
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The Benefits of Meditation and How to Get Started
Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years for good reason – it offers a multitude of benefits for both the mind and body. Regular meditation can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus and clarity, and provide an overall sense of peace and wellbeing. If you’re looking to reap these rewards but aren’t sure…
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Are Naps Really Good For You?
As someone who struggles with sleep, I’m always on the lookout for ways to improve my energy and alertness during the day. Many people claim that naps are good for your health and wellbeing, but are naps actually right for me? Let’s take a look at what the research says about the benefits and drawbacks…
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10 Ways to Achieve Self Love
Self love is an important part of living a happy and healthy life. When you love and accept yourself, it can boost your confidence, improve relationships, and reduce stress and anxiety. Here are some ways to start practicing self love: Focus on self care. Take time every day to do something that makes you feel…
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10 Simple Summer Self Care Habits to Refresh Your Routine
Taking time for self care is important all year round, but summer offers a wonderful opportunity to slow down and nurture your wellbeing. The longer days and warmer weather make it easier to incorporate simple yet powerful habits into your daily routine that can recharge your mind, body and spirit. Starting these habits now will…
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Sleep Better With These Innovative Tips
In today’s society, people are getting less sleep than in the entirety of human history. With the stress of our lives, numerous responsibilities, jobs, and our constant need to be connected to devices, our ability to get the recommended 8 hours per night is nearly impossible. And getting enough sleep is imperative to living a…
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10 Wellness Habits to Start NOW to Manifest your Best Self this Year
If you’re anything like me, you’ve likely found the past couple of years to be challenging to both your physical and emotional self. Let’s go back to the beginning of 2020. At that time, I was still living and teaching abroad in Colombia. I started the year 2020 with lofty goals for my health and…
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Finding Yourself in the Midst of Grief
Well, it’s certainly been a long time since I’ve submitted a post on here. I lost my mother earlier this year to ovarian cancer and simply couldn’t find the motivation to write again. Even though she was fighting her illness for several years and we knew this would be the inevitable result, I realized that…