self care

  • Relationship-care is also self-care [9 examples]

    Relationship-care is also self-care [9 examples]

    I’m not afraid to admit it – as a married woman, relationship-care and self-care are congruently interconnected. Relationship-care is also self-care, yet why is this statement so combative? That’s a personal question to ask and unpack yourself. Putting effort into and towards my marriage ultimately makes me *feel good*, as it should! The same way…

  • This is how you know you they are a true friend

    This is how you know you they are a true friend

    What is a real friend and what does this mean to you? How would you describe a true friend? If you spent enough time thinking about it, there’s likely a fairly long list. Frankly, if you asked me 15+ years ago, my list would be 10x as long, including things like shared interests, finishing each…

  • Behind Every Blissful Woman Is a Large Cup Of Coffee

    Behind Every Blissful Woman Is a Large Cup Of Coffee

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WakeUpWithBliss #CollectiveBias In the morning I drink water, because it’s healthy… warmed up and poured over coffee grounds… into a pretty mug. Coffee. I drink coffee. And oddly enough it’s not about having that magic potion to keep…

  • My Journey To Natural Beauty [One Day Without Makeup At A Time]

    My Journey To Natural Beauty [One Day Without Makeup At A Time]

    What IS natural beauty? If you asked me years ago – like in middle school and into high school, or as I officially became an adult at 18 – I’d probably tell you it was all about looking good. Meaning, in the eyes of others. Bleh. [Shaking my head] I’m ashamed to even admit that. I…

  • 7 Signs You Are Burning Yourself Out [+ Tips To Dust Yourself Off]

    7 Signs You Are Burning Yourself Out [+ Tips To Dust Yourself Off]

    Oh how I’ve been there. The many times I would love to blame my previous job and the endless 9-year road to completing my college degree, but I’ve come a long way in learning what it means to embrace inevitable times in life. Like the peaks and valleys we experience, hitting rock bottom is almost…