“This world is so demanding. I’m so busy. I never have a moment to focus on me. It seems like everyone needs my attention all the time. Why should I set aside time for myself for some self-care?” The short answer: because it’s absolutely necessary. Busy-ness as a Cultural Norm I remember the very first…… Continue reading Not Selfish, Necessary: Why & How to Prioritize Self-Care
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How To Spot (& Slay) An Energy Vampire
Everyone knows vampires, those scary creatures who have sharp teeth, love blood and hate garlic. They tend to hang out in Transylvania/storybooks, and in general aren’t a real big threat to your average, everyday person. Or are they? Blood-sucking vampires aren’t the only vampires out there. Vampires also come in the form of “energy vampires,”…… Continue reading How To Spot (& Slay) An Energy Vampire
8 Ways To Practice Self Care
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12 Books to Make Each Month of 2017 Your Most Positive Yet
Happy New Year! I know people have mixed feelings on New Year’s resolutions, and personally, I think that you definitely do not need a new year to create a new you, but if the new year inspires you to make a change, that’s excellent! Was “be more positive” on your list of resolutions this year?…… Continue reading 12 Books to Make Each Month of 2017 Your Most Positive Yet
Chakra Spotlight: The Solar Plexus
Hello again and welcome to the third edition of Chakra Spotlight! Today we are taking a closer look at the Solar Plexus chakra, otherwise known as the core of our ego and personality. The Solar Plexus chakra is located around the navel- I tend to think of it as right behind the belly button, but…… Continue reading Chakra Spotlight: The Solar Plexus
Go Ahead, Buy Yourself Flowers (Here’s 4 Reasons Why)
I’ve always been a big believer in buying myself flowers. I just love the way a fresh bouquet brightens up a room. In college, my best friend and I would walk into Brookline to hit up Trader Joe’s, and I would splurge on a $5 bouquet of flowers for myself. I would then declare myself…… Continue reading Go Ahead, Buy Yourself Flowers (Here’s 4 Reasons Why)
Positive Alphabet Challenge
When you’re feeling down, I challenge you to write a list of positive words about yourself from A to Z. Embrace them. Feel them. Believe them. I hope it helps you feel better. ❤
On Scars
“Ugly” truth time: we all have scars. They can range from big to small, noticeable to not, mental to physical. They’re not going away. Scars are like glitter- that shit sticks for life. Anyway, in life, we typically have two choices when we encounter something we can’t control. Either a) we get angry about not having…… Continue reading On Scars
How To Know When You Need Self Love
We talk a lot about self love and ways to take care of yourself, but what about knowing WHEN you need it? I’ve put together a list (that is in no way conclusive) of warning signs that you may be due for some self love. You’re feeling drained, physically, emotionally or spiritually. You’ve had a bad…… Continue reading How To Know When You Need Self Love
Day 1: 2016 Self Love Challenge
Today I woke up early, too excited by the news of a friend’s engagement to sleep, and decided to watch the sunrise. It was a beautiful way to start this new month of February, and perhaps it’ll encourage me to catch a few more. Today’s challenge for the Self Care Dare was to write down…… Continue reading Day 1: 2016 Self Love Challenge
Stephanie Jean 