Something I lost sight of when I was a new mom was self-care. I took on the majority of the mental load of running the household, and I truly lost “me” for many years. At the time, of course, I was engrossed in my kids and was trying to be the best mother possible for … Continue reading Fill Your Cup

1. Say “no” with no explanation 2. Change your mind 3. Speak your truth 4. Cut toxic people out of your life 5. Rest when you’re tired 6. Make no excuses for how you survived a trauma 7. Love whomever however you choose (with their consent, of course!) 8. Make changes in your life that … Continue reading 20 Things You’re Allowed To Do

If you've been reading my blog for any length of time, you know that I have struggled with boundaries - setting and keeping them - and that I have done a ton of personal work to be able to utilize them in my life. In general, it feels empowering to stand in solidarity with myself. … Continue reading Don’t Get It Twisted