Depression is something that so many people struggle with, including myself. It’s a horrible illness and it’s one that can be hard to cope with. It sucks away your happiness and when you try to get away from it, it can just keep pulling you back down.
Fighting depression can…
It was a Friday evening, and I stood rummaging through my overflowing closet of clothes, looking for a fall-but-not-too-fall outfit for a harvest festival my husband and I would be attending on Saturday, a tradition that ushers in autumn. Clothes hangers were getting tangled, shoe bins spilled over, and
clothing…
For pretty much every parent on the planet, busy schedules and big responsibilities are an inescapable part of life. Even the most placid child can be a little whirlwind of chaos, and catering to their needs can take the kind of organizational skills usually only seen in large military…
The average college student graduates with over $29,000 in student loan debt. Students often use their loans to cover their personal expenses, which eventually leads to loads of additional debt. Though the costs of college tuition continues to increase, there are a few ways you can still live a…
You may have heard about hygge, which is a concept that prioritizes well-being and comfort above all else. Now, thanks to the Swedish culture, we’ve been introduced to lagom (pronounced lah-gum) which is a slightly different approach to life with a philosophy of “not too much, not too…
Did you know that moving is HIGH on the most stressful life events list? Think about it, all the packing and unpacking, finding the right home and selling the old home. The most stressful things in any person’s life – especially when you have children! Whether you are moving…
For many people, stress is a major feature of daily life. We all know that the experience of prolonged stress is unpleasant, and bad for our health, but it can be difficult to reduce stress while still engaging fully in the modern world.
Its impact is so dramatic that…
Listening is an inherent component of any act of communication. We listen to voicemails, take in an employer’s feedback, and note what a partner has to say in an argument. Listening can also bring us inward. We constantly acknowledge (or disregard) our thoughts, emotions, and internal observations.
In many ways, acts…
How much time would you say you spend on Instagram? I think we all can admit we spend more time on the app than we’d like to. It’s addicting as scrolling can lead to us commenting, double-tapping, and checking out the latest stories. Not to mention we feel the…
Ahh, summertime. Although the kids might be off from school, it is still possible to make some time for yourself during that time, even when working. No matter if the kids are home or not, it is crucial to schedule in some time for yourself. But between the summer…