5 Easy Ways to Recharge Your Mind on Sunday
I’ve never been a huge fan of Mondays. I typically move throughout the day feeling lethargic and anticipating the next day. But as of late, I’ve been trying to lean into the “I love Mondays” energy by thinking of the day as an opportunity for a fresh start. But in order to set myself up for success, I have had to conquer getting past the Sunday Sadness. You know, those feelings that creep in and […]
Romantic Stay-Home Ideas for This Valentine’s Day
Staying in is the new going out. Forgo the long wait times due to crowds and exorbitantly priced restaurants, and snuggle up with your special someone in the comfort of your home. There’s nothing wrong with doing Valentine’s Day to the nines; sure, it’s fun to go all out and celebrate your love with your boo. But with the virus still at large, your best bet might be opting for an at-home Valentine’s Day celebration. […]
6 Subtle Dating Red Flags You Shouldn’t Overlook
After spending the last month endless swiping, you landed a date with someone who matches up with everything on your mental checklist. The first date turns out to be nothing short of amazing and you are buzzing. You get excited at the thought of them being a normal person, who can keep up a conversation, and is even attractive. So, you go full tunnel vision mode and completely ignore any and all behavior that could […]
The 15 Things I Absolutely Loved This Year
With 2021 knocking on the front door, I thought a recap of all of my favorite finds of 2020 was only right. If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that you truly have to seek out the things that will bring you joy — from re-decorating your home to bringing the spa to your own bathroom. We saw many of changes throughout the year: how we work, how we live, with an emphasis […]
10 Feel-Good Holiday Movies to Watch This Weekend
‘Tis the season to trim the tree, conquer holiday shopping, snuggle up with a cup of hot chocolate, and hit play on a great holiday movie (especially in 2020!). What better way to get into the holiday spirit than by watching some of your fave festive classics, the cheesy Hallmark rom-coms, and the Netflix & Hulu originals? So if you’re ready to stay glued in front of your television, check out our round-up of our […]
How Tea Tree Oil Can Up Your Beauty Game
In my decade-plus journey to clean up my skin and personal care routine, I’ve fallen in love with essential oils. When I first stumbled upon them, I thought they were just a nice-smelling alternative to synthetic fragrances that are used in aromatherapy diffusers. But over the years, I’ve learned that essential oils can be a complete game-changer to all of your DIYs and beauty regimen. The OG of the essential oil bunch is tea tree: […]
Lily and the Magic Comb Is the Perfect Gift This Season
Lily and the Magic Comb was written by V V Brown and illustrated by Kate Hazell. It tells a beautiful story of a young girl and her hair comb that takes her on a wild adventure and affirms her that she belongs in all spaces and can achieve all of her desires. If you’re worried about the lack of diversity in your child’s book collection or want to ensure they see full characters and themselves […]
5 Types of Friends to Keep in Your Life
It really takes a bit of trial and error, mixed with some careful curation, to carve out the ideal friendship group that’s meant just for you. The people who are perfect as a friend for someone else might not your cup of tea, and vice versa. On that same note, the people who are with you in your twenties might not follow you to your thirties. And the people who followed you to your thirties […]
What I’ve Learned to Accept in My Twenties (So Far)
Through the rose-colored glasses of social media, it looks like some people’s twenties are glitter, rainbows, and unicorns. Nothing out of place. When sifting through our feeds, we can be led to believe that people’s twenties are easy breezy. We see the big city lights, international vacations, and Pinterest-perfect homes coupled with a significant other and baby in tow. In contrast, you may start to think your life is on a seesaw: a beautiful mess […]