Why Knowing Your Tendency Changes Everything (Yes, Even Your Health Plan)
I recently finished The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin, and dang—it was such a fun and fascinating read! In her work, Rubin outlines a framework that breaks people down into four core tendencies: Upholder, Questioner, Obliger, and Rebel.
It all comes down to how you respond to expectations, both from others (outer) and from yourself (inner).
Don’t Rush the Good: Why Celebrating Milestones Is a Healing Practice
Somewhere along the way, many of us picked up the belief that life is meant to be powered through. That when you reach a goal or finish a chapter, you check it off and keep going. No pause. No breath. Just on to the next thing.
I see this constantly—in my clients, in myself, in our culture. We're so focused on the doing that we forget about the being.
But here's what I've learned: When we don't stop to honor the moments we've worked for, we miss the medicine.
Bringing Your Dreams to Life: How Images & Intuition Can Reveal Your Deepest Desires
Vision boards. Have you heard of them? Some may think it’s nonsense—just a pile of magazine clippings and glue. Others swear by them, claiming they’ve manifested homes, jobs, relationships, even healing. But let’s talk about it for a minute—not the hype, but the heart behind it. What if creating a vision board isn’t about magic or manifesting the perfect life, but about uncovering what you really want? What if it’s a way to quiet the noise, tune into your soul, and bring your deepest desires to the surface where you can finally see them?
You’re Not Crazy, You’re Sensitive: Understanding Empathic Overwhelm
Empathic individuals are often under constant, low-grade stress due to their heightened sensitivity to the emotions and energy of others. Whether they’re aware of it or not, their nervous system is continually scanning, absorbing, and responding to external emotional cues—which can lead to chronic overstimulation of the stress response.
Redefining Strength: A Deep Dive into Men’s Health
What if the strongest version of you wasn’t the one pushing through, ignoring symptoms, or burning the candle at both ends—but the one who slows down, pays attention, and takes care of himself on every level?
In a world that’s conditioned men to measure strength in grit, muscle, and endurance, we’re flipping the script. True strength comes from wholeness.
The Science of Spirituality: How Connecting with Something Greater Protects Your Brain and Body
We often think of spirituality as something personal, emotional, or even abstract. But what if your spiritual life actually rewires your brain, strengthens your immune system, and protects your mental health?
That’s exactly what groundbreaking research by Dr. Lisa Miller, professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University and founder of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, has revealed. Her studies show that spirituality isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s a powerful health practice that builds long-term resilience and well-being.
How to Navigate the Top 10 Holiday Stressors
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, celebration, and connection - I mean, just look at all the picture perfect posts on social media - as if she wasn’t just screaming at her family an hour earlier to put on their matching outfits and look happy. Ha!
Happy Holistic Halloween {+FREE Download}
As Halloween approaches, the excitement builds for both children and parents alike. This festive season can bring joy, creativity, and connection, but it can also be overwhelming for busy moms. I wanted to share some holistic tips to help you embrace Halloween while nurturing yourself and your family.