Oct 4, 2021Member-onlyHow I Unknowingly Became a Minimalist: A Story about Me.Minimalism for Beginners Transitioning through seasons in life correspondingly brings adjustments in routines. Years ago when I first began a lifestyle of living with significantly less than I ever had before, the shift of strengthening connections to people, deepening the significance of time spent, and appreciating the items that were…Minimalism6 min readMinimalism6 min read
Published in In Fitness And In Health·Sep 22, 2021Member-onlyWhat I Learned Hiking The EnchantmentsWhy this bucket list hike is well worth every hiker's time. — The Enchantments is easily one of the most beautiful day hikes I have completed in North America. When we began planning out this trip I had no idea the extent of the beauty and diversity this trail had to offer. Located in the middle of the Alpines Lake Wilderness with…Fitness7 min readFitness7 min read
Sep 17, 2021Member-onlyMy Takeaways — Automic Habits by James ClearAnd how I have shifted my routine for the better 2020 began with a new challenge set in place to thoughtfully choose, and prioritize, readings that created space at the table for useful tools to be readily applicable for practice in an everyday routine and provide opportunities for growth with…Self Development6 min readSelf Development6 min read
Aug 31, 2021Member-onlyTravel — 2021Adjustments you need to know in order to successfully travel in the new norm. For over a year now travelers have continually adjusted to cope with newly established expectations, restrictions, and requirements set forth in hopes to once again be able to enjoy new experiences and shared memories across every…Travel6 min readTravel6 min read
Published in In Fitness And In Health·Aug 14, 2021Member-onlyEndurance Running Hacks That Oddly Work3 weird running hacks that changed the way my body adapted to endurance running — When I first began my running journey, I found myself struggling with issues I never considered could be problematic. Fast forward 6 years and what began as a hobby for healing, continues to be an everyday part of my routine to maintain physical and mental health. I began running in…Running7 min readRunning7 min read
Published in Science For Life·Aug 10, 2021Member-onlyOpportunity CostWhat are we missing? — The question of cost vs. time, or doing one thing at the expense of another, the trade-offs that we face daily are a reflection of our priorities and values in life. The truth is, we are faced each day with an opportunity to fill our time with endless possibilities. …Personal Development4 min readPersonal Development4 min read
Published in Age of Awareness·Jul 25, 2021Member-onlyEmbracing Mental HealthMental Health Matters - It’s not a mental illness, but a lifestyle of growing mental resilience. — Years ago I walked into a season of my life that became one of the most challenging yet. As with most difficult seasons, they often come in the most unexpected ways. In a world revolving around a mentality of work-more-to-earn-more or, earn-more-to-succeed-more, it is easy to take the health of…Mental Health5 min readMental Health5 min read
Published in Preoccupy Negative Thoughts·Jul 23, 2021Member-onlyHow to Live a Better Life Through Functional MinimalismI made three major adjustments. — The concept of minimalism. Never did I think in all my growing years I would come to not just love, but crave, the essence of this word during times of stress. The years of growing and moving into my own young adulthood life led me to the realization that there…Minimalism5 min readMinimalism5 min read
Published in Age of Awareness·Jun 28, 2021Member-onlyVirtual AccountabilityHow to hold a high standard when working from home, and be your best self. — As working from home quickly transitioned into the new normal within a post-Covid-19 world, it is clear when looking back on the growth that once felt like a tunnel with no light has had a significant impact on us all. …Lifestyle6 min readLifestyle6 min read
Published in In Fitness And In Health·Jun 18, 2021Member-onlyCypress Essential Oil4 surprising benefits I never knew but wish I did — When I began my journey to natural healing, the lifestyle adjustments were plenty. Essential oils graced their presence in my life via friends and loved ones. As time passed I found myself moving from the morning cup of warm water and lemon essential oil, and diffusing for purification and overall…Lifestyle4 min readLifestyle4 min read
