My Blog is Back… Starting A New Chapter

Why did I unexpectedly stop writing on my blog in May? I closed a door on my 7 year identity of being a university student and lost a sense of who I was and where I was going next. Chapters may finish, doors may close, and seasons come to an end, but within that journey we constantly move forward, experiencing growth, and eventually figure out the “what’s next?” Continue reading My Blog is Back… Starting A New Chapter

Stop Overwhelming Yourself, You’re Allowed To Take A Break

Life gets overwhelming at times, and we allow stressors to build up until we hit a breaking point. It is okay to take a break from the task that is affecting our emotional well-being, in fact it is necessary. Learn about the value in taking a mental and physical break and how it can prepare you with the opportunity to refocus, recompose and continue forward. Continue reading Stop Overwhelming Yourself, You’re Allowed To Take A Break

Feeling Overwhelmed? It’s Time To Take A Breath and Take A Break

This week has been nothing but overwhelming for me. Today I felt like a constant ball of fire was welled up in my chest. I find myself telling others “I wish there were more hours in the day?” Do you ever say that too? The best piece of advice that I can offer to you is to just breathe, and don’t overwhelm yourself. Continue reading Feeling Overwhelmed? It’s Time To Take A Breath and Take A Break

International Women’s Day: I Come As One, But Stand for Ten Thousand

“I come as one, but I stand for 10,000” – Maya Angelo This quote is from a poem called “Grandmother” written by Dr. Maya Angelo What does it mean? I interpret the quote as: As an individual you are influenced by those who came generations before you, and that you embody more than just yourself when given the chance to inspire others. Our encounters with other people throughout … Continue reading International Women’s Day: I Come As One, But Stand for Ten Thousand