What does REST look like? We often think of getting 8 hours of sleep, or the luxury of a Sunday nap. But rhythms of rest can also be incorporated into your daily life. Even 5 intentional deep breaths can reset your mind and body into a restful state!
Why should you prioritize self-care? After all, it takes time and can feel like a self-indulgent luxury. But I argue that taking care of ourselves reaps dividends that extend far beyond the day! Read on to see WHY you should take a Personal Retreat Day every month.
How do you make sense of all your daily events and happenings? The short answer: by journaling! I’m a huge believer in the power of journaling. It’s something I do every morning without fail. If the thought of keeping a journal makes you shudder, have no fear! There are many ways to journal, and I promise at least one of them will resonate with you.
In January many people choose a word to focus on throughout the year. This word serves as a guiding focus, a compass they return to as they filter through life’s decisions. I love this idea but in my experience, selecting a word for each month works better for me than a single word for an entire year. That’s because seasons come and go, and what you need in January may not serve you in the summertime.
In 1997, I moved from El Paso to Austin, Texas with my husband and our 13-month-old daughter. Moving to a new city where you don’t know a soul is always hard, but I felt especially