7 Tips for a Struggling Empath

Do you find yourself feeling too much? Do you watch TV and relate to the characters on a deep level? If this is the case, you might be an empath. Unsure if this applies to you? Highly Sensitive Refuge lists 13 classic traits of an empath. 13 Signs You Are An Empath You take on […]

How to Juggle Your Massive To-do List (While Dealing With Depression)

How many items are currently on your to-do list? To be completely honest, I probably have more than I can count. I am also living with bipolar disorder. So, how do I manage? I use a really great organization app called TickTick. It saves my butt so I don’t forget anything in my hectic schedule. […]

Fitness & Depression: Why It’s Important

I didn’t care at all about fitness until I was in my mid to late 20s. Mainly because I have spent the majority of my life with depression, and I didn’t understand how fitness could help. I wish I had taken it seriously when I was younger. I should have been that kid hustling to […]

5 Healthy Sleep Habits

Do you struggle with healthy sleep? Do you find yourself waking up feeling tired? Or possibly, you just can’t fall asleep at night? I am currently struggling to find healthy sleep, so I felt compelled to write a post about healthy sleep habits. Since I am walking this journey myself, I wanted to offer guidance […]

Getting a fresh start with fall: 4 must have tips

What is your favorite season? Mine used to be summer for the longest time. I loved spending time in the sun, going for walks, and playing outside with my kids. But lately? I have really fallen in love with the idea of autumn and getting a fresh start in September. I don’t know about you, […]

Parenting with depression: 5 must have tips

*CW/TW: This post is about parenting with depression, and there is mention of suicidal ideation. Read with caution. Are you a parent who struggles with depression? Do you find it hard to get through the day? That has been my journey for the past 4.5 years. In April 2015, I gave birth to our sweet […]

Having fun on Halloween when chronically ill: Must read tips

What is your favorite part about Halloween? Is it the candy? Or the costumes? What about the pumpkin carving? What the case, this is a holiday with something for everyone really! I always manage to have fun no matter what our plans are. But I have a chronic illness. Yes, it sucks, so I wanted […]

Planning a Trip to Disney World: The Tips & Tricks I’ve Learned Along the Way

You’re lying if you’ve been to Walt Disney World and don’t think it’s the most magical place on Earth. It breathes magic. You can feel it from the moment you walk through the gates, and long after you leave. But planning a trip to Disney World can be a bit chaotic. Have you ever been […]

The power of positive thinking.

Do you consider yourself an optimistic person? Is the glass usually half empty, or half full? Have you embraced the power of positive thinking? I have struggled for a long time with a habit of negative thinking. It invaded every aspect of my life. I was constantly barraged by thoughts of self-doubt and shame. Why […]

Remembering things that hurt

I felt called to speak about past trauma. That being said, if this topic calls to mind something that is too painful for you to think about, I am applying a trigger warning to this post. I would hate to cause anyone further suffering. I will be discussing the death of a loved one. Trauma […]