Day #365 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for the wonderful year of 2025. 2025 did not go at all the way I had expected it to go. It kind of started with COVID and a cold snap that killed the battery of our car. But! Things got better as the year progressed. Summer … Continue reading Day #365 in a Year of Thanks

Reminders to Enjoy the Journey as Best You Can Part 5: Know that the journey shapes you as much as the destination. Surround yourself with supportive people. Slow down and pause in challenging moments. Acknowledge the path you've already walked. Keep a sense of wonder in all you do. Day 364 | Day 365 | … Continue reading Day #365 in A Year of Positivity

Day #364 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful to have finally reached my year-end weight loss goal. It’s an exciting day. I’ve finally reached my year-end weight loss goal. Whoo hoo! 🙌🏻 I’m stoked to be getting 2026 started in the right direction, and I believe I can squeeze in another half-pound loss before … Continue reading Day #364 in a Year of Thanks

Ways to Love Yourself Unconditionally Part 8: Thank yourself for showing up when it was tough. Reward yourself for reaching goals or milestones. Identify some self-care routines or activities that you could do. Pause and think before committing to new and goals, activities, and events. Never give up on yourself. Day 363 | Day 364 … Continue reading Day #364 in A Year of Positivity

Day #363 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for the song “How Good It Is” by Chris Tomlin. I’m absolutely loving this new song, and I can't get enough of it. It’s so perky and upbeat! It makes me want to attend another Chris Tomlin concert so I can dance and sing to the … Continue reading Day #363 in a Year of Thanks

Ways to Love Yourself Unconditionally Part 7: Don't let pride get in the way when you feel overwhelmed or like you're over your head. Ask for support if and when you need it. Write down all the things you love about yourself. Walk tall and proud, but with compassion and humility. Laugh and reminisce with … Continue reading Day #363 in A Year of Positivity

Day #362 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for my new hair tool organizer. I’ve got many heating hair tools from traditional dryers, curling irons, flattening irons, and even a heating hair brush. It’s become such a mess and a hassle underneath my bathroom sink that I have officially become annoyed with going through … Continue reading Day #362 in a Year of Thanks

Reminders for When You're Starting Something New Part 3: You'll never find out if this is truly something you'll love if you don't start. You never know what opportunities this new endeavor will present to you. Every expert in the world at some point had to start from the beginning. You can plan all day … Continue reading Day #362 in A Year of Positivity

Day #361 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for oatmeal. I don’t eat oatmeal much, but when I do, it sure is a delicious treat. I can eat it dry, and I can eat it mixed with hot water. Either way, it sure hit the spot when I woke up today! 😋 Day 360 … Continue reading Day #361 in a Year of Thanks

Ways to Love Yourself Unconditionally Part 6: Take breaks between tasks or on busy days. Remind yourself that needing rest isn't laziness. Delegate or automate some tasks if possible. Have frequent no-screen breaks. Get fresh air as needed and whenever you can. If you haven't already, create 5-10 minute routines just for you. Read things … Continue reading Day #361 in A Year of Positivity