Day #331 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for the blessed, beautiful day we had with some family we haven’t seen in a while. It goes without saying that today is a day that is dedicated to Thanksgiving and being thankful for who and what we have. My aunt enjoyed some time with us, and … Continue reading Day #331 in a Year of Thanks

A Few 5-Minute Self-Care Ideas for Busy People Part 4: Text a friend a sweet message. Change your online status to something positive. Send a song recommendation to someone to lift their mood and make them smile. Send a get-together invitation to friends or family you haven't seen in a while. Call a loved one … Continue reading Day #331 in A Year of Positivity

Day #330 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful that my 4-day weekend has finally arrived. Tomorrow will be a bit busy but I’m looking forward to getting some rest and relaxation over this 4-day holiday weekend. I hope you all get some rest, too. Happy Thanksgiving! Day 329 | Day 330 | Day 331Year of … Continue reading Day #330 in a Year of Thanks

A Few Ways to Nurture the Butterfly Within You Part 4: Every now and again, do something that challenges you. Take time to reflect on what has your attention and what you've been doing well. Write down things you love and humbly appreciate about yourself. Speak kindly to yourself whenever you feel the need to … Continue reading Day #330 in A Year of Positivity

Day #329 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful that I didn’t put away all my summer shorts. My body temperature usually runs a little on the cool side, and my hands especially tend to be icy, though not today. I’ve been feeling hot for most of the evening and even now. I’d already packed most … Continue reading Day #329 in a Year of Thanks

Reminders to Encourage You to Notice the Beauty Around You Part 4: Love is all around me, even if it isn't always visible. If I simply just be, I can appreciate the beauty of life, the stillness and silence of it, along with the sounds and moves it makes. Connection is a beautiful feeling. The … Continue reading Day #329 in A Year of Positivity

Day #328 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful that Thanksgiving is two days away. It’s usually just me and Grams for Thanksgiving but this year, it’s shaping up to be one filled with company to enjoy. Just 2 more days to go. I’m so excited! Day 327 | Day 328 | Day 329Year of Thanks

Fun Decluttering Ideas Part 1: "Unexpected Guest" Challenge. Pretend that guests will be arriving in 15 minutes and declutter in that time frame. "Find 3" Challenge. Find 3 items to donate, 3 items to toss, and 3 items that belong in another room. "Color Declutter" Game. Pick one color a day and only declutter items … Continue reading Day #328 in A Year of Positivity

Day #327 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for my new haircut. My undercut is currently growing out in a very awkward stage, though as for the rest of my hair, I’ve done a few inches of chopping. It’s nothing too dramatic, but it’s perfect for winter, and it’s a slow return to what I … Continue reading Day #327 in a Year of Thanks

Things to Do on Sundays to Make the Week Ahead Easier Part 7: Early Bedtime Change the bedsheets on the weekend to make going to bed at night more relaxing. Put your pajamas on earlier than usual. Dim the lights in the house. Encourage unwinding habits and activities that the whole family can do together. … Continue reading Day #327 in A Year of Positivity