Personal Growth

It’s been a while since my last 30 day adulting experiment but I’m back after a much-needed break, and since you last heard from me, I’ve had some pretty major life changes happen. My grandmother, or as she put it, my “bestie”, passed away at the ... Read More

How Switching to a Paper Planner Helped Me Organize My Life

If you’re constantly busy like I am, you need a way to organize your life. Most of my friends and family members use the calendars on their phones and computers for this purpose. If this method works for them, that’s great! Except for the fact that I... Read More

How to Make New Friends Based on Your Zodiac Sign

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We all require some level of personal connection in our busy lives. Deep, enriching friendships are the core of what it means to be human, and they can have powerful influence on our emotional well-being, career paths and self-growth. Finding thes... Read More

My 30 Year Journey to Finding Body Confidence and Self-Love

It's taken me almost 30 years, but I'm finally to a point in my life where I can say I love my body, and even better yet –– I love who I am in my body. After all this time, I've finally learned how to love my body, because, let’s face it, it was some... Read More

8 Personal Challenge Ideas For Better Self Growth

Whether you're up for a five day challenge or a full 30 days, sometimes we need to commit to a challenge in order to take ourselves to the next level in our personal growth journey. It's hard to commit to bettering yourself on your own, without somet... Read More

Self-Care Sunday with Plant-Based Blogger, Ashley of Blissful Basil

I’m Ashley—a psychologist turned vegan cookbook author, recipe creator and photographer. I created the blog Blissful Basil in 2010 and have made it my mission to prove that nourishing, plant-based meals can be incredibly satisfying and delicious... Read More

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How A Karma Yoga Retreat In Guatemala Transformed My Life

Katie Davidson

Something a spiritual leader once said has always stuck with me: “True transformation doesn’t take place in spas.” Countless motivational speakers will tell you that serving others is a fundamental step toward happiness. As much as I’ve invested ... Read More

6 Questions to Ask Yourself When You’re Feeling Disconnected to Your Body

Your body is the place you live, your home within the big wide world and the only one you've got. It's also a powerful tool full of wisdom and intuition, especially when it comes to your health and well-being. But do you feel truly connected to yo... Read More

How To Be Happy Spending Time Alone When You’re Always Busy

If you’re like me, you like to stay busy. I am great at being busy, and at making myself busy even when I didn’t mean to be. I am happy with living an active lifestyle –– I like to get out of the house, spend time with my friends, go on adventures, p... Read More

5 Questions With Georgie Morley On Finding More Joy, Routines and Blogging

Host of the Chasing Joy podcast and blogger at In It 4 The Long Run, Georgie Morley is all about self-care, wellness and personal growth. She lives in Nantucket and has one of our favorite feeds on Instagram, filled with aesthetically pleasing photos... Read More

8 Ways You Might Be Self-Sabotaging Your Dating Life

Have you ever been so tired of swiping that you delete the app because you’ve decided you’re better off alone? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone, but you may be sabotaging your dating life. When you get in your own way, whether it be conscio... Read More

10 Details To Update When You Move To Another State

Marah Elizabeth

Moving from one home to another one can be quite the process, but moving to another state across the country can feel utterly daunting. What do I need to do to make the move official? Where am I going to pick up packages? Is there a fire hydrant with... Read More

5 Questions With Sarajane Case on the Enneagram

Sarajane Case

Sarajane Case is the creator of arguably one of the best enneagram Instagrams @enneagramandcoffee. With an enneagram podcast, summit and coffee mugs available––it's safe to say she's an enneagram enthusiast. Fitting, because she's a Type 7 on the enn... Read More

How To Set Intentions By The Phases Of The Moon

We’re all familiar with the concept of setting new year's resolutions each year, in the form of new health and wellness goals, bad habits to break, and new career goals too. But what if we took the time to self reflect, set our intentions, and manife... Read More

Food-Body Connection: Are You Harnessing It?

When it comes to making decisions around what you eat, when you eat and how much you eat, where do you look for the answers? If you're like most women I've worked with, chances are you'll go straight to the head. Perhaps you'll think about what... Read More

Kathleen Shannon of ‘Being Boss’ Shares Her Favorite Self-Care Practices

Hi! My name is Kathleen Shannon. I am a co-founder and partner at Braid Creative, a marketing agency for creative entrepreneurs and purpose-driven organizations. I also co-host the Being Boss podcast (with over seven million downloads! Whoa!) and pub... Read More

Deserving vs Entitlement: Why Saying ‘I Deserve This’ is Empowering

Does it make you cringe when you hear someone say, "I deserve this?" It did for me too, until this mindset shift happened. As a fan of Almost 30 podcast, I listen to some of interviews the hosts do on other podcasts. Most recently I was listening ... Read More

Should You Start Drinking Celery Juice Every Day?

Green juice isn’t anything new to the wellness world. We put greens in our smoothies, in our protein powders, and we include all the leafy green vegetables we can for ultimate detox mode. But what about celery? Had you ever thought of putting cele... Read More

How To Naturally Supplement Your Immune System So You Don’t Get Sick

In my 24 years of life, I’ve been sick a lot. A lot, meaning about once per month, for the past 6-8 years of my life. As you can imagine, I got sick of this pretty quickly (pun intended), but didn’t know what to do about it. My childhood was mark... Read More

12 Steps to Make Your Goal of Writing a Book a Reality

Christy Krumm Richard

When it comes to writing a book, there is no one-size-fits-all way of getting the words on the page. Writing is a healthy mix of courage, creativity, logistics and discipline. Every single writer has her own unique process. This is a simple guide to ... Read More

How To Set Boundaries In Every Relationship (From Work to Romantic)

Sometimes I feel like I let people walk all over me. Sometimes I feel like I let work accidentally leak into other areas of my life. Sometimes I feel stressed or guilty about disappointing people. Sometimes I feel just plain frazzled because somehow ... Read More

4 Beliefs About My Career that Changed in My Twenties

Marah Elizabeth

A lot happens in a decade, especially the first decade of your career. Recently, I turned 30, and I reflected on my work experience thus far and was surprised by how drastically my mindset and beliefs about work ethic have shifted over the years. Tod... Read More

How To Build A Relationship With Yourself When You’re Single

Creating a relationship with yourself is the most important relationship you’ll ever create. How? It’s the foundation for all intimate relationships. When you show up for yourself, you can show up for others. When you’re ready to fall in love or meet... Read More

How To Reinvent Yourself For A Massive Life Transformation

Sophie Nik

Transformation has always been a huge theme in my life, so it’s no wonder why I specialize in helping female entrepreneurs with their own transformation. If this concept seems foreign to you, think about who you were in high school versus who you wer... Read More

How to Eat Mindfully Based on Your Ayurvedic Dosha

Meryll Montano

When did something so natural and intuitive become so confusing and complicated? Once upon a time, the act of eating was viewed as an intimate practice of communing directly with nature to not only fuel the body, but also calm the mind and honor ... Read More

How To Be Your Most Productive Self When Working From Home

Working from home sounds like a dream, right? Roll out of bed whenever you want, don’t change out of your pajamas, set up a cozy workspace on your couch with a blanket and some tea, and crank out a day’s work. Sounds easy enough. Well, this might ... Read More

11 Single Girl Quotes For Manifesting Love

Being single is both liberating and isolating at times. It's the time you're most aware that #1 person is you. You're the one you have to count on––to get through the good and bad. No one else can bring you the validation you're craving. It has to co... Read More

Dealing with the Pressure of Being Almost 30 and Not Married

Picture this––you’re in your late twenties, out of college for a few years now and starting to establish yourself in your life. You finally know a sense of who you are and understand life from this whole new “adult” level you could never really imagi... Read More

19 Lists That’ll Make You Feel Organized AF All Year Long

2019 is what I'm calling the year of systems. And what's a better way to make create systems that'll set you up for a year of success than making lists? Lists might seem tedious, but it's a fantastic way to brainstorm ideas and create an organization... Read More

Why Do I Always Feel So Guilty?

Why do I always feel so guilty? This is a question I’ve struggled with ever since I was little. I have always been a people pleaser and I don’t like to let anyone down, so when something happens that might disappoint someone, cue the wave of guilt th... Read More

How To Use EFT Tapping To Help Overcome Your Limiting Beliefs

Emotional freedom technique or commonly referred to as EFT or tapping is an alternative treatment that partners tapping on meridian points (similar to acupuncture or acupressure) and use of specific language. Together the practices that make up EFT c... Read More

12 Female Musicians That Will Leave You Feeling Empowered

Rachel Gitlevich

I love music and I love women’s empowerment. So I thought, why not combine the two? Below you’ll find a list of women who have changed my life, have given me the goosebumps and made me feel empowered. You may have heard of some of these artists and s... Read More

A Day in the Life of a Psychotherapist and Wellness Coach

Risha

Hi there! I’m Risha London Nathan. I’m a licensed psychotherapist and wellness/lifestyle coach based in NYC. I see clients in my office in Flatiron area and also work with people remotely through video and phone sessions. I see individuals and couple... Read More

How We Need To Change The Way We Approach Others

These days I find myself teetering somewhere between who I think I should be as a young adult and how I actually feel. When I was little, I used to look up at girls in high school and think, “Wow they’re so grown up, I can’t wait to be an adult like ... Read More

I Got A Human Design Reading and This Was My Experience

Consider it Astrology on steroids –– Human Design is the best new tool for diving deep into the layers of your soul. I was honestly quite shocked that I hadn’t heard about it sooner, being an astrology nerd since day one, but I was happy the Almost 3... Read More

How To Stop Feeling Guilty For Things You Don’t Get Done

Productivity helps you power through the day. The second your alarm clock sounds in the morning, you have this sudden urge to get things done. But as the day goes on and the sun begins to set, you realize that your daily "to-do" list isn't halfway do... Read More

How To GYST (Get Your Sh*t Together) Around Food In 2019

A new year, a new you, a new diet, a new set of goals. It's so tempting to get swept up in the early New Year momentum of setting goals and taking action...but fast forward to a month or two down the track and if you're anything like most people t... Read More

A Wellness Coach’s Guide To Starting the New Year With Confidence

Jess Suchan

Ever notice how many times you hear the phrase “New Year, New You?” While it might sound motivating, it implies that in order to be happy, you must completely change who you are! And that’s just not realistic, is it?! The new year doesn’t have to... Read More

6 Amazing Resources For Starting Your Podcast in 2019

"Let's start a podcast!" is so the modern equivalent of "Let's start a band!" in the early 2000's, right? It may be a common phrase that everyone says but just because everyone is saying it, doesn't mean everyone actually follows through on this g... Read More

7 Tips For Traveling Mindfully, Especially When Vacationing Solo

Traveling is something I’ve always been passionate about, but sometimes it can be stressful. I’ve gotten better at it the more I do it, as with all things in life, but there are always unexpected hiccups and changes of plans along the way. In the... Read More

How I Plan My Weeks As A Multi-Passionate Business Owner

Angela Hamilton

If you know any freelancers in digital media, you’ve probably heard a lot on how to get started, how to land that first client, and how to manage your business. A freelancer’s career trajectory is never traditional, but mine was different still. I... Read More

5 Tools to Shift your Mindset to Start Living Your Potential

Rachel Gitlevich

We’ve been told that it’s all about our mindset that leads to living a happier life. That sounds great in practice but the “how” tends to get lost in translation. Most commonly it’s easy for our mind to grab on to three main fears, the fear of judgme... Read More

What Type of New Year’s Resolution to Set Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Let’s all enter the new year with intention, shall we? Like most anyone else, I am always keen mid-December to write that list: the list of resolutions that will (hopefully) break the cycle of life change inertia. Around this time, I dream up a ne... Read More

4 Positive Shifts To Make In The Way You Talk About Food

When it comes to healthy eating it's all too easy to simply focus on what we eat. But honestly, if it was that simple, we'd all have nailed it by now right? The truth is that what we eat is only part of the picture. Often, why and how we eat can be... Read More

35 Fun Solo Date Ideas for the Single Girl

You’re single. And sometimes you may very well get sick of the same old same old. You watch your friends post their Friday night with their boo on IG while yours consists of solo Netflix and chill. Instead of questioning if you’ll be single ... Read More

9 Mindful Gift Ideas For Your Spiritual Friends

It’s that time again! Everyone is rushing around trying to get their Christmas shopping done. There are so many people to buy for that it’s hard to know where to start, but if you’re like me, you start with the easier ones first––a new makeup pal... Read More

5 Reasons To Start 2019 Sober With A Dry January

Jessica Jeboult

New year, new you. Sound familiar? The gyms are packed, diet routines are put in place and the purging of useless habits begin. This is what a typical January looks like. For January 2019, I want to challenge you from the norm and step outside yo... Read More

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How To Shop For Your Favorite People Based On Their Dosha

Meryll Montano

Holidays are a chaotic time for everyone and shopping for the best holiday gift is just one more stress to add on the list. Look here. Finding the best gift for the people you love doesn’t have to equate to spending a lot of money. With a little bi... Read More

12 Life-Changing Podcast Episodes From ‘Almost 30’ and ‘That’s So Retrograde’

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Podcasts are the best addition to any car ride, walk, early morning wake up, workout, background noise for meal prepping or cleaning the house, or anything else for that matter! I don’t know if it’s because I’m getting older or just the era of a "wo... Read More

How I Learned to Rebalance My Masculine and Feminine Energy

Have you ever felt a little bit off and you just weren’t sure why? Or you felt somehow disconnected from yourself and weren’t sure how to get back in touch? I know I have, and it can be really frustrating when you can’t quite put your finger on the p... Read More

A Day In The Life Of A Compassion Coach

Courtney Ballard

My name is Courtney Ballard and I am a compassion coach for women. I help women become powerful beings who know how to walk out their life with freedom and confidence. I teach them how to process pain, how to walk through trauma, navigate codependenc... Read More

The Unmotivated Girl’s Guide To Getting Your Life In Order

There's not much that compares to the feeling of being prepared and feeling like you're on top of things in your life. For some, especially the Type A women, this comes pretty naturally. For those of you who are more like me, we're more used to feeli... Read More

I Took 30 Classes in 30 Days And Here’s What I Learned

I started this month's challenge with an insane amount of excitement and energy. This challenge was probably the most exciting challenge I've done thus far just because I love learning new skills and tidbits. I'm a huge believer that we're all stu... Read More

5 Tips For Crafting Intentional Phone Boundaries

Sometimes it seems like the days of waking up to the light pouring through the window and enjoying the sunrise have been replaced by the artificial screen light of our phones reflecting onto our face. It seems that for more and more people, the numbe... Read More

5 Powerful Spiritual Tools To Elevate Your Mindfulness Practice

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On the path of wellness we each find tools, practices, and rituals that speak to us. For one that might be yoga, for another maybe meditation, for others all of the above. I suggest you try several tools that speak to you and that you consider visiti... Read More

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How To Be Your Most Productive Self Based On Your Dosha

Meryll Montano

Of the 7.2 billion people living in the world today, not one person is exactly like you. Your perception of worldly experiences, goals, dreams, and ambitions are absolutely one-of-a-kind. With this at heart, you have a unique way of tackling obstacle... Read More

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From Fired To Dream Job: How I Made The Comeback

Karima Neghmouche

This week last year, I got fired from my very first real job. I was 22-years-old, right out of college, and started my first ever 9-5 as a writer for a few national fitness magazines. I had only been there for a number of months when they pulled me i... Read More

7 Self-Care Ideas For The Extroverted Woman

Sophia Smith

If you’re always in a hurry, wrapping up the latest event plan, talking to your teammates regarding an upcoming project, and setting up your BFF’s birthday – chances are that you might be neglecting that very vital part of your day: self-care! Still,... Read More

How To Cope When Your Family Hardcore Stresses You Out

Everyone gets stressed at some point in their lives and, if you’re like me, it happens fairly frequently. Between work, money, friends, making sure I’m legal to stay in this country, and trying to figure out what I actually want to do with my life, I... Read More

9 Fun Ways To Make Gratitude A Consistent Practice

There are many things we can do that give us an instant reward, but few are as healthy for you as gratitude. While gratitude requires a lot of consistent practice, it has never failed to work on changing my state of mind. Life is all about perspectiv... Read More

Why Female Friendships Are So Important (And How To Make Them)

I’ll admit it. I used to be one of those girls who was only friends with guys. I went to an all-girls high school and after four years, I was sick of being surrounded by girls all the time. So, in college, I made sure things were different. I made a ... Read More

We All Have The Right To Say #MeToo

I’ve written this blog in my head a thousand times. The stories and events are always the same but the thoughts and feelings continuously change. When the news of Harvey Weinstein broke a year ago, I read the articles, joined in the conversation ... Read More

The Art of Learning How to Forgive

Beth Deyo

The holidays are a time for counting our blessings, reconnecting with loved ones and enjoying festive family traditions. For many, it’s also a time when emotions run high and past hurts come bubbling up to the surface. Whether it’s a family member, c... Read More

How To Add A Yoga Practice Into Your Routine

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We’re so excited to be partnering with YogaClub to talk to you about one of our favorite subjects: adding yoga into your life! A few years ago, I had an annual gym membership that I went to one time. Once. In the entire year. I think that adeq... Read More

What I Learned From Being A Global Citizen

Reika Shucart

Though there are many people who claim to be global citizens, I’m one of the few who actually qualifies. I’ve lived, worked, and studied in many different countries. “Where are you from?” is a seemingly innocuous question, but not for me. It is o... Read More

The Best Cure for Imposter Syndrome

Joannie had an amazing week at work. She was promoted to a new role within her company that she didn’t believe was even within her reach. Her manager encouraged her to interview for the new job and she got it! Along with new responsibilities, Joannie... Read More

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A Day In The Life of a Mind Body Nutrition Coach

Tessie Tracy

I'm Tessie Tracy. Born and raised in small-town Colorado, I grew up as an outdoor kid and three sport athlete in high school. I went on to cheer competitively for the top 10 nationally ranked University of Colorado Boulder Cheer Team, and after gradu... Read More

6 Reasons I Started Taking Probiotics for my Gut Health

We're so excited to be partnering with Silver Fern Brand to talk about the importance of gut health. Gut health has been a trending topic for a few years now, and if I'm being honest, it's one that I didn't understand all too well. It intuitively ... Read More

How to Redefine Yourself and Transform Your Life

Since joining the “real world,” I’ve found myself saying “one day” more than I’d like to admit. I tell myself I’ll have the life I want “one day” or I’ll take that trip “one day.” Yet year after year, everything remains the same. When I was in hig... Read More

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5 Alternative Types of Meditation to Try if You’re Not Into Traditional Meditating

Tracey Dawn

We’ve all heard that a consistent meditation practice provides some pretty amazing benefits. Traditional meditation is wonderful if that works for you. But if you find the idea of practicing meditation intimidating, know that there are many differ... Read More

30 Spiritual Life Lessons I Learned Before Turning 30

Brie Pugh

I just turned 30 a few weeks ago, and the shift into a new decade of my life has felt incredibly liberating and peaceful at the same time. I felt ready for this new chapter. My twenties, especially the second half of my twenties, brought massive amou... Read More

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How Therapy Can Help You (Even If You Don’t Think You Need It)

When I was younger, I struggled to adjust to my family life. My parents divorced when I was little and while I was too young to understand the details, I knew it wasn’t a civil break. I didn’t think much of it, but there were things going on beneath ... Read More

What Does a Day in the Life of a Doula Look Like?

Rhiannon Langford

I'm Rhiannon Langford, and I'm a full-spectrum doula in Toronto & founder of Birth Boss Maternity Care. My job is to support families as they transition to parenthood. Some days, that looks like coaching a client as they birth their firstborn... Read More

How I Quit my Job, Moved to Bali and Started a Business

Nicole Humphreys

A year ago, I sat in my nondescript 3rd story office in Los Angeles, staring out the window at the people on the sidewalk below. They all moved about, oblivious in their routines, going about their days while I contemplated one the biggest decisions ... Read More

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Finding Inspiration When You Hit a Creative Rut

It’s easy to fall into a difficult and even adversarial relationship with creativity. Even when you feel inspired, worrying about perfectionism trips up even the boldest of us. No matter where your creative rut is coming from, here are some thoughts ... Read More

What is a Spiritual Coach and Do You Need One?

Do I need a spiritual coach? Now this is a question I hear a lot, like A LOT as a spiritual coach myself. It takes almost everything in me to not blurt out hell yah, all the yeses, at the instant that I hear the words forming. It is my deep belief th... Read More

How to Recognize and Conquer Your Patterns of Self-Sabotage

Mandy Sciacchitano

I spent most of my life stopping and starting things. I would get super inspired to lose weight, pick up a new hobby like playing the guitar, or form a new habit like going to bed early and I would go all out, putting all of my energy into making ... Read More

How I Use The Trello App To Organize My Entire Life

From running Life Goals Mag to sticking to my wellness routine, here's how I organize it all through Trello. When you want to do and achieve a million different things, it's hard to keep track of it all without a good system in place. This past ye... Read More

How I Set Monthly Intentions For A More Positive Life

Maddy Sandoz

Energy in equals energy out. It has been taught in every physics and thermodynamics class you’ve taken. This first law of thermodynamics is only applied to topics regarding engines and fiberglass insulation, none of which seems applicable to your eve... Read More

8 Dates Better Than New Years For Setting Goals And Intentions

New Years has the best reputation for being the day that we most embrace a fresh start. But can we only get that motivated once a year? There's something about the energy that isn't easily replicated, but I believe that we can create our new fresh st... Read More

How To Build A Healthy Relationship To Social Media

Over three-quarters of the U.S. population currently has an active social media account. Of the giants out there, Facebook and YouTube dominate users' phones, desktops, and notifications––Instagram and SnapChat are not far behind. Social media can... Read More

Well Traveled: The Best Wellness Spots in Byron Bay, Australia

Kate Smith

In 2003, with my parents in tow, my first impression of Byron Bay wasn’t overly inspiring. Overwhelmed by a general feeling of grubbiness and surrounded by stumbling, drunk gap year students I couldn’t wait to leave for the glam Gold Coast. So, when ... Read More

5 Surprising Things That Happened To Me When I Started Intermittent Fasting

Monika Pietrowski

Intermittent fasting is certainly ‘on trend’ these days. And for good reason. The world’s “oldest new diet” is proving to be a super hit in the wellness community and beyond due to its ability to fight inflammation, improve digestion and boost yo... Read More

7 Dos and Don’ts For Learning To Find Validation Within Yourself

When was the last time you validated yourself? When I say validation, I’m not referring to your parking ticket from the mall last week. I am referring to positively recognizing your thoughts, emotions or actions. When was the last time you took a ... Read More

8 Best Career-Focused Podcasts for Ambitious Women

Whether you're interested in starting your own business or you want to climb the corporate ladder, it is always fun to get inspiration from career-minded women in business who also value some form of work-life balance. We're covering the best podcast... Read More

A Beginner’s Guide to Cultivating Your Spirituality

When I was little, my parents took me to church every Sunday. I was sent to a Catholic school where the Ten Commandments were drilled into my head and I was taught that the principles of Christianity were the guidelines I should live by. As I got old... Read More

30 Day Challenge of Attempting to Become a Morning Person

For years my normal weekday morning routine has remained chaotic, rushed and aggravating. I've always told myself the next morning would be different. I wouldn't hit snooze ten times. I would give myself enough time to eat breakfast, catch up on the ... Read More

What I Gained From A Women’s Self-Love Workshop In Los Angeles

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When's the last time you sat around with a group of empowering women and talked about vulnerable topics like body image and feeling good in your skin? In big cities like Los Angeles, there's this enormous pressure to look a certain way. It's a wel... Read More

How To Become More Self-Aware With The Help Of Your Dreams

Tia Johnson

Dreams are a wealth of information just waiting for us to remember and decipher them. Furthermore, part of being self-aware is noticing and understanding the signs the universe sends us. Imagine what life would be like if we understood how our dreams... Read More

Advice For the Empaths Who Give Too Much

I am an empath by trade. In fact, I feel that that should be my job title, rather than “freelance writer and artist.” If given the choice, I’d much rather give to others. I find myself always asking, What can I do for you? What do you need from me? ... Read More

5 Things No One Tells You About Living Alone

Mariaelisa Lichoa

Moving out of your parent’s house comes with all kinds of new adventures and opportunities. Some are super exciting while others are pretty scary. Luckily, you don’t have to face them alone when you have roommates by your side. Your first roommates a... Read More

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A Day In The Life Of An Online Personal Trainer With A 9-5

Lestraundra Alfred

My name is Les Alfred, and I wear many different hats. I’m a social media manager for a progressive women’s co-working space by day, and an online personal trainer and fitness coach by night, creating content and coaching clients through my business ... Read More

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Intuition vs Ego: How To Tell The Difference And Expand Your Intuitive Power

Tracey Dawn

Everyone has the ability to tune in to their intuition. However it’s easy for the voice of your intuition to be drowned out by the competing voices in your daily life, such as your family and friends, your daily responsibilities and the voice of your... Read More

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3 Unexpected Things I Learned While Attending A Wellness Festival

Sam Oliver

This August, I drove to Philadelphia from Columbus with a few friends for The GOOD Fest, a one day wellness festival. I had no idea what to expect, but I knew it was going to be incredible. As a blogger and avid instagram user, I was especially excit... Read More

How To Start Managing Your Sugar Cravings

Haley Vann

We have all been there...up late at night scavenging like wild animals for our sweet fix. We find ourselves opening up the freezer searching for that chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream. We need to satisfy that sugar craving that keeps lurking... Read More

8 Ways To Manage And Combat Anxiety

Esther Collins

Anxiety is one of those hot buzz words you hear everywhere nowadays. There are many different levels of anxiety. There’s the “I’m about to go on a date” nervous type of anxiety, and then there’s more serious anxiety. Anxiety that can be pretty crippl... Read More

How To Create Your Own Cozy, Self-Care Bath Ritual

A bath ritual is more than just a hot soak and lighting a few candles. Rituals or ceremonies allow us to elevate an everyday experience, like that of washing our physical bodies into so much more. Through intention and care we are able to craft an ex... Read More

Human Design 101: The Transformative Personal Growth Tool You’ve Never Heard Of

Jaclyn Michelle

What am I supposed to be doing with my life? Is this where I should be? Am I on the right track? I’m sure you’ve heard the old cliché, “Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual.” But what if that was wrong? What if I told you that there w... Read More

Adulting Experiments: What I Learned From 30 Days Without Fast Food

For some people, thirty days without fast food is a breeze. For me, it's a daunting experiment which fills me with sadness. Those who know me think it's an impossible feat for me to accomplish. I am a fast food addict: breakfast, lunch and dinner.... Read More

How to Confidently Navigate a Freelance Career

Millennials are increasingly abandoning 9-to-5 corporate jobs for self-employment and entrepreneurial careers. This is not just because we may find cubicle walls stifling or a rather uninspiring shade of mauve—although this is reason enough for me to... Read More

How To Use Cycle Syncing To Balance Your Hormones

Sarah M. Black

To sync or not to sync, that is the question. No, I’m not talking about your iCloud, I’m referring to your monthly menstrual cycle. Ladies, if you have no idea what I’m talking about: buckle up, I’m (hopefully) about to blow your beautiful minds. ... Read More

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12 Lessons Learned from Traveling to 25 Countries Before 25

Debbie Adigun

Last year, as part of my 25 before 25 birthday bucket list, I set myself the goal of visiting 25 countries before I turned 25. At that point in time, I had only been to fourteen countries. So, this meant that I would need to travel to another 11 ... Read More

Beginners Guide to Tarot: How Readings Can Increase Your Self-Awareness

Katie Paige

I’m sure when you think of a Tarot reader, you picture a little old lady wearing a turban with a feather and plastic jewel pinned to it, a crazy (possibly fake) accent and of course, a crystal ball. In reality, anyone can read Tarot and use it to inc... Read More

4 Important Personal Reminders For When You Make A Big Leap

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In today’s information-driven society, it’s much too easy to feel over informed, overwhelmed and totally confused. With the discovery and access to new information daily, the game is constantly changing, often completely altering everything we though... Read More

What Does A Day In The Life Of A Dating Coach Look Like?

I am Carla Romo and I am a certified dating and relationship coach and speaker. I help clients with anything from finding “the one” to toxic relationship patterns. My focus is empowering those who feel stuck and stagnant build purpose and confidence ... Read More

5 Steps to Skyrocket Your Career as a New Professional

Jasmine Hunter Zust

Let’s face it. It's tough out there in the "real world." If you're a recent graduate, you have a lot of things to deal with, like rising student loan debt, finding a full-time job that pays well, finding a job that isn't a dead end, and figuring out ... Read More

14 Ways To Live Your Best French Girl Inspired Life

Sarah Walsh

Imagine sitting at a café in the most effortlessly chic outfit while nibbling on a buttery croissant and gazing at the Eiffel Tower. You daydream about your plans after work this evening: a dinner party an acquaintance of yours is hosting that will h... Read More

Adulting Experiments: 30 Days Of Being In-Between Jobs In My Twenties

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How To Navigate The Wellness World When Your Friends Aren’t Into It

Nikki D'Ambrosio

I am a 20-year-old who wants go to bed by 10pm and wake up by 7am to go to the farmer’s market, would rather take ginger shots over tequila shots, and enjoys reading books about self improvement and spirituality. In my age group, I am a minority in t... Read More

10 Simple Ways To Make Self-Love A Priority

Tami

Self-love is a concept that pretty much all of us can understand, but it's one of the hardest things to practice. Ever since we were little, we were taught to extend love toward others. Be kind to others, share your toys, love each other. But were... Read More

Travel Well: 15+ Tips For Traveling The World On A Tight Budget

The wanderlust vibe is real these days. You see travel pics all over your social media feeds, and it’s easier (and more affordable!) than ever to explore the world. I feel very lucky that I had the opportunity to live in London for almost five years.... Read More

7 Questions To Ask Yourself To Figure Out Your Dream Life

You're all about becoming your best self, but you're not even sure what that looks like. We've all been there, or at the very least doubted our vision for ourselves. Finding out what you actually want your life to look like is a daunting task. So, wh... Read More

How To Free Yourself From Financial Anxiety

If money makes the world go round, it made mine square. Raised on the values of thrift and the sureness of lack, I spent many post-college years fretting about jobs, income, and bills. As a freelancer, my employment was unstable at best. Paychecks... Read More

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How To Ease Out Of Hustle And Into Flow

Brie Pugh

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, going hard on your side hustle, or ambitiously climbing the corporate ladder, you’ve probably have many moments where you feel like you are on the hamster wheel of hustle–and it isn’t letting up! Maybe every day fee... Read More

5 Questions with Hannah Brencher, Author of ‘Come Matter Here’

Hannah Brencher first inspired us when she started a movement to write love letters to strangers all over the world through The World Needs More Love Letters. We love this concept, and have since fallen in love with Hannah Brencher's beautiful writin... Read More

How To Start Manifesting Your Dream Life

Manifestation is the bringing of a desire from your inner realm to your physical realm. Transmuting a want of yours into a tangible thing. The ability to manifest your dreams and desires is completely attainable; you are innately able to manifest, re... Read More

What I Learned From My Experience With Scoliosis

It’s a common middle school occurrence. Everyone gathers in the gym for their annual eye exam, and perhaps a hearing test. This year, a new type of test was introduced to me; the Scoliosis screening. Many of you have probably forgotten this aspect of... Read More

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8 Meal Planning Tips To Set Your Week Up For Success

Giana Tralongo

Meal planning can be a game changer – you don’t have to make dinner decisions in the middle of a busy week, all the groceries you need are at your fingertips, and it can even help you save money. Let’s be real though – it can also be completely overw... Read More

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20+ Amazing Online Shops For Buying Natural, Clean Beauty Products

It's a mission to find staple beauty products and it often doesn't work out on your first try. I've come to face the realization recently that I've been slathering toxic chemicals all over my face for years, and now trying to find staple beauty pr... Read More

How To Embrace The Chaos Of Mercury In Retrograde

Surviving three weeks when life is moving backwards… three different times a year! Me: mercury retrograde is so fake, the planets don’t control my life. My life during mercury retrograde: HA HA, wanna bet? Whether we can admit it or not, I think ... Read More

Organize Your Life: How to Enhance your Scheduling and Planning Skills

Ramey Miller

Think of all of the systems and devices you’ve used to schedule and plan your life. Handwritten planners, electronic calendars, phone apps, chalkboards, post-its, journals, and the list goes on and on. I’ve read articles, attended workshops, and trie... Read More

5 Questions with Krista Williams of the Almost 30 Podcast

Are you obsessed with the Almost 30 podcast yet? If not, you will be soon, especially after you read this amazing interview with one of the babes from the pod, Krista Williams. She's a total inspirational wellness babe. We're in love with Krista's hu... Read More

8 Easy Ways To Say No Without Guilt

Carley Schweet

Saying no is not always the easiest thing to do. We live in a world where we’re (usually) expected to drop everything and help other people, sometimes even at the expense of our own personal health and happiness. If you’re one of those people, one wh... Read More

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What I’d Say To My 22-Year-Old Self After College Graduation

Garrett Wood

Dear 22-year-old me, Remember how much you felt like a prisoner in high school? Well get ready for post-grad life because all of that time-management, hustle-study-sleep-workout schedule finagling and work-life balance stuff you taught yourself i... Read More

9 Common Ways You May Be Holding Yourself Back From Success

Success is always within your reach, even if it might feel far away. Sometimes, your bad habits — even ones you don’t realize are harming you — can get in the way of you achieving all that you’re capable of. So what are the most common ways you might... Read More

How To Create A Daily Self-Care Routine That You’ll Actually Stick To

Angela Ocampo

Most of us know that we should be practicing self-care, but when it comes to implementing it into our daily lives we struggle. While you may be juggling several priorities at once, it often leads to leaving your own needs at the bottom of your to-... Read More

7 Ways To Overcome Your Overwhelm

Monika Pietrowski

Feeling overwhelmed? First of all, that’s ok. It’s normal to feel out of control sometimes. But getting swept up in overwhelm shifts our perspective of ourselves, allowing self-doubt, anxiety and helplessness to creep in and set-up shop in our hea... Read More

15 Tips for Cultivating a Boss Mentality in Work and Life

We're the boss of our lives, and it's time we start owning it in our career and lifestyle. Whether you manage someone at work or not, you're a boss because you get to decide how you show up every day, in your relationships, career and lifestyle. Y... Read More

A Beginner’s Guide to Starting a Minimalist Lifestyle

Living with less stuff can be an incredibly freeing experience. We currently live in a world that is full of stuff. It’s supposed to signify our status in our community and in life. The more things we have, the better off we are — right? With all ... Read More

Why Your Femininity is the Best Medicine for Perfectionism

Maddy Moon

It’s six o’clock in the evening, after dinner, and you have a decision to make: close the laptop, put up your feet and watch your favorite binge-worthy Netflix show with your partner, or retreat into the office, put on your headphones, get back in th... Read More

25 Powerful Quotes On Self-Love To Make You Feel Like Enough

When we hear a friend talking negatively about herself, we get angry that she could possibly believe that she isn't worthy, right? But when we do the same to ourselves, we believe our harsh words are accurate. We struggle to be gentle with ourselves ... Read More

8 Amazing Wellness Habits For Living Your Best Life

This post is sponsored by Hum Nutrition. All opinions are my own. I love wellness trends, but I'm also skeptical (thanks to the influence of my highly skeptical boyfriend) about what is actually beneficial for my well-being. I'm learning more abo... Read More

Hygge for Spring: 7 Ways To Amp Up The Coziness In Warmer Weather

Sarah Kester

When it comes to the best time of the year for hygge (pronounced hoo-ga), a Danish concept made popular by Meik Wiking and his best-selling novel, The Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way To Live Well, spring gets a bad rap. That’s because winter ... Read More

Beginner’s Guide To Pilates: Everything You Need To Know To Get Started

Pilates sounds complicated just by the sound of it, doesn't it? What exactly is it? Sometimes fitness trends can feel way more complicated than they are. If you're intrigued by Pilates, but don't know what it is and are a little hesitant to walk into... Read More

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How To Make Your Web And Social Media Channels More Accessible

Imagine trying to navigate through your blog using only the tab button. Could you do it? Envision watching one of your YouTube videos on mute... How about trying to read one of your social media tiles, but the text appears to be the same color as the... Read More

5 Questions With Maddy Moon On Perfectionism, Confidence And Routines

Maddy Moon is the podcast host of Mind Body Musings, author, blogger, life coach, and retreat leader on a mission to help women step into their femininity and live a joyful life. We wanted to dive deeper with her on how she tackled perfectionism, wha... Read More

Stuck In A Rut? Here’s Your 90-day Plan To Get Out Of A Funk

Monika Pietrowski

Hands up if you’ve ever been stuck in a rut? You know, going through the motions, day-in, day-out, feeling flat and unmotivated to the point it gets you down. Really down. Don’t worry; you are not alone. The fact is, that everyone, at some point,... Read More

6 Email Newsletters You’ll Want To Forward To All Your Girls

It's a rare time when you actually look forward to newsletters in your inbox, right? I mean yeah, we're here for those shopping discounts when we *need* that new serum, but how often do we really want those emails in our lives? Pass. I am always o... Read More

7 Reasons Why Having A Hobby Is Important (& 25 Ideas To Get You Started)

Annabelle Short

One of the worst parts of living in the 21st century is the pace of life: it seems as if there’s never enough hours in a day to get everything accomplished. In the bustling chaos that our life sometimes becomes, we tend to forget ourselves and what’s... Read More

Breathwork 101 | Can A Breathing Practice Change Your Life?

Amy Kuretsky

It’s hard to imagine that something as simple as breathing changed my life, but that’s exactly what happened this past year. Now, I’m not talking about just the act of breathing (though if that were to suddenly cease, that would obviously be life ch... Read More

6 Ways To Revive Your Fitness Routine (And Start Enjoying Your Workouts)

When I was in middle school, I killed it in the sports game. I was far from the best at anything, but I was active in almost everything: volleyball, cheerleading, tennis, basketball and even tried joining the boys in football. I was in a tiny catholi... Read More

How I Reached Out For Help After Two Years With An Eating Disorder

Reaching out for help when you have an eating disorder can be extremely hard. The internal dialogue alone can be enough to stop you. Just like it did for me multiple times. The arguments can seem so valid and rational. After all, you aren't really... Read More

5 Questions With Amy Kuretsky, Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Coach and Breathworker

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We're constantly inspired by women who work to help others with bettering themselves from the inside out. From acupuncture to herbalism to Breathwork and more, Amy Kuretsky is one of these dedicated ladies who is constantly learning and growing in we... Read More

Why I Finally Decided To Add My Voice To The #MeToo Movement

Brielle Cruz-Vega

I thought long and hard about writing this hashtag. Does my experience really count as sexual assault? What would happen if I share my story? Would my parents be mad or disappointed in me? Is my family going to treat me differently? Will my friend... Read More

12 Tips From Life Coaches On How To Become Your Best Self

Sometimes we just need a little dose of inspiration to get us in the right mindset to work on ourselves and live our best damn lives. So, we asked life coaches to give us their best advice they give to clients on how to become your best self. Take th... Read More

How To Build Your Most Intentional Early Morning Routine

Cultivating a new daily habit that benefits your mind, body, and soul like an intentional morning routine can be so alluring, but when it comes to practicing it, there are a lot of obstacles that get in the way. When it feels too difficult, we tend t... Read More

How To Set Your Month Up For Success

Let's start our months with goal-setting practices that make our resolutions and habits easier. We're partnering with The Unbound Planner on this post and may receive a small percentage if you choose to get one of their planners. All opinions are ... Read More

Why 2018 Is The Year To Own Your Financial Independence

We’re excited to be working with Ellevest to start this conversation about women and money, and we may receive compensation if you become an Ellevest client. All opinions are our own. When I was younger, I would find myself fantasizing about landi... Read More

Start Believing In Your Ability To Succeed

Bernadette Moore

We hear about people who come from nothing and rise to incredible success every day. Their stories often stick out in our minds as being inspirational, unattainable, or lucky. Knowing that there is no real thing that separates them from the rest of u... Read More

How To Create Your Own Weekly GYST (Get Your Sh*t Together) Day

How many times have you thought, or even grunted aloud, "One of these days, I'm going to get my life together"? If you're any bit like me, the answer is "a lot." My coworker and I say this half-jokingly on the regular, and I'm betting that we all thi... Read More

Why Staying Grounded is Key to Mental Clarity

We all have a moment, for some more often than others, when we need to put ourselves in check. We get caught up in work, deadlines, making time for family, friends all while trying to squeeze in our hobbies, workouts, dates and so much more. It's ... Read More

7 Realizations About Today Being A New Day

S. Creastam

Each day, we wake up to take on the world. We continue our lives through each passing moment. Despite the cliché, every day is truly a new day. Let’s be grateful we're able to take another breath. Once you wake up, you may realize the grand opportuni... Read More

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Can Energy Healing Help Improve Your Wellness?

Eve Sengkeo

In today's nonstop world, it can be tough to find a sense of grounding in work and life. There's been a lot of hype around energy healing helping to improve an individual's overall sense of wellness. Mainstream media from Newsweek to Vanity Fair has ... Read More

Why You Don’t Need Motivation To Meet Your Goals

Bernadette Moore

Motivation is really a fickle thing. We’ve all heard it and we all know that it’s true. No secret there. The truth is, motivation isn’t going to be there every day. Sometimes it’s hard not to think that something is wrong with us for lacking passion ... Read More

5 Questions With Lauren Bowen of Zero Waste Memoirs

Zero-waste living, the lifestyle choice to produce as little waste as possible, is not an easy feat. But it's inspirational and we're curious about learning more about what it takes to improve our world. Lauren Bowen of the blog, Zero Waste Memoi... Read More

Contributor Favorites | Alysha’s Must-Haves Of The Moment

Editor's note: This is a new series for our contributors to share a few of their favorite things of the moment that help make their lives easier and better. Alysha Parker is a professional event planner, self development enthusiast and blogger bas... Read More

The Least Intimidating Networking Advice You’ll Ever Hear, From Expert Molly Beck

To some, attending a networking event is scarier than being trapped in a room with a clown, covered in spiders, tiptoeing around snakes, all while being suspended over a cliff. While that may sound a bit dramatic, the networking struggle is real for ... Read More

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How To Cope With Rejection In Your Twenties

Rachel Watson

Unfortunately, by the time you enter your twenties, you have probably experienced your fair share of rejection. You could have faced rejection from a love interest, a job, friendship, or campus group. Whatever it was, we have all felt the white hot s... Read More

8 Things To Get Done Before 2018 Hits

While we've hit the final month of the year, we still have just enough time to get a few things done before the new year hits. Let's enjoy the holiday season and feel amazing about how we ended the year. Here are eight things we can all do in the ... Read More

How To Solve Problems Like A Detail-Oriented Person

S. Creastam

A detail-oriented person does not notice every small detail, but this person does focus and analyze details differently. The trait is thought of as catching minuscule details. When we hear this, we think about being extremely observant. We falsely be... Read More

Cozy Holiday Gift Guide For The Twentysomething Homebody

Oh how we love the holidays! We adore the holiday decor, the music, the cozy vibes, the ugly Christmas sweater parties, the gift giving; everything about this season is magical. This year, we've been particularly inspired by making our homes cozy ... Read More

15 Simple Things You Can Do To Make Yourself Feel Better

Donna Estrada

It can be a cruel world out there. Almost everyone’s wearing a mask in order to be loved and be accepted. But regardless of what's going on with other people and in the world, it's important to be kind, not just to others, but to yourself. After all,... Read More

How To Start Planning For Your Dream Home Right Now

It's not surprising that we, as millennials, are struggling to buy houses on our own right now. (Hello, college debt.) And if we're not getting help from our parents, it can seem a bit overwhelming. But, even if it's more challenging for us, I don't ... Read More

Why Control Is Damaging Your Life (And How To Let It Go)

Tessa Cooper-Pengelly

The past decade of my life has been driven by a need to control. It started in my late teenage years when I felt like nothing in my life was going the way I wanted it to… until I discovered I was quite good at managing my weight. A downward spiral le... Read More

6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Applying to Graduate School

Making the decision to go back to school can be extremely difficult to make on your own. Personally, it took me at least a year before I thought I was ready to even look at programs. With having worked through an eating disorder during undergrad I... Read More

What To Do When You Land Your Dream Career And It Becomes A Flop

You kicked butt in an interview for the role you always wanted and landed, dare you say it, your dream job. You have a better salary to look forward to and the boss lady in you is on top of the world. You are ready work hard and fall in love with the... Read More

10 Ways Going Zero Waste Has Made Me a Better Person

Lauren Bowen

Going zero waste has a way of changing you. Some days you feel growing pains (it can be pretty intense examining your wasteful habits up close), but other days you feel like you’re stepping into something new and magnificent. Since going zero wast... Read More

7 Personal Growth Books Perfect For Your Fall Reading List

One of my favorite things to do on a Sunday afternoon is leisurely peruse bookstores. You'd find me in favorite section, Personal Growth, searching through books on how to better my life. On my latest bookstore adventure, I found myself wandering, ai... Read More

3 Simple Steps to Set New Goals This Fall

Frosina

“Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.” ― F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby When I was little, I loved autumn because of two things: my birthday and the beginning of another school year. My mom would take me shopping for ... Read More

I Tried Meditation for 30 Days and This is What Happened

Kristine

I’ve had a love/hate relationship with meditation for the past six years. I’ve made several attempts to start but quit after a day or two. But a few months ago, I found myself stuck in a rut professionally and personally. After looking at different w... Read More

Read This When You’re Considering Giving Up Because Of Fear

Andrea Rodgers

I have always considered myself a relatively courageous person. I have hiked challenging trails before and swam with sharks in Tahiti. But last week I completed the hardest thing I have ever done... hiking a 14’er in Colorado. Various moments of d... Read More

7 Things You Need To Stop Doing to Make Your Life Less Complicated

Lucy Benton

Life itself isn't so complicated, but we often make it that way with our choice of habits and lifestyle. However, we can simplify everything by implementing some small changes in our daily lives. There is no need to do them all right away, but start ... Read More

10 Motivational Podcasts From Women On Intentional Living

Get your podcast app ready, because we've got some serious recommendations that you won't be able to download fast enough. While my commutes aren't what they used to be (I used to spend 4+ hours on the road a day), I spend quite a lot of time driv... Read More

6 Tips To Help You Practice Mindfulness In The Workplace

Mindfulness. It’s a popular buzzword that you’ve probably heard before, but most people aren’t sure what it actually means. When I first heard about it, I associated it with hot yoga, meditation, and other things far too zen for my fast-paced and hec... Read More

Organize Your Life | How To Implement Your Goals With Power

Ramey Miller

There are many self-help resources to assist you in reaching your goals: between life coaches, online resources, and books galore it can be overwhelming. Thankfully, self-help topics based on research have become more available, such as vulnerability... Read More

5 Essential Oils You Need In Your Daily Routine Now

Essential oils have been around for centuries. The ancient Egyptians used them as natural healing remedies among many other uses. But many of us are not only unaware of the numerous benefits of essential oils, but we also the many different kinds tha... Read More

How to Develop a Solid Wellness Routine as You Go Back to School

Corinne Keating

Going back to school can be such a thrill, because it means you regain your independence and your space to grow. However, it can also be stressful. Of course, you’re facing a brand-new semester of classes, which means you’re going to be juggling home... Read More

I Cut Off More than My Hair

For most of my life I have had long hair. And to be honest, my hair was who I was in many ways. I equated my beauty with the length of my hair. And the longer it was the more beautiful and confident I felt. So whenever the thought of cutting my ha... Read More

How To Have More Thrilling Life Experiences

Sophia Smith

Making every day worth remembering, and trying to experience as many exhilarating ventures in life as possible, will enrich our spirits and broaden our horizons. Falling into a routine, and feeling as if we’re living the same day over and over again ... Read More

5 Questions with Monica Welburn of The Elgin Avenue

Monica Beatrice Welburn is the owner of The Elgin Avenue blog and she's one half of the Let's Discuss podcast duo - both of which I have recently discovered and am in love with. Both her blog and podcast are centered around creating a meaningful life... Read More

7 Personal Investments That Will Always Be Worthwhile

I'm worth it. YOLO. Self-care. We've all heard, and most likely used, those clever sayings that allow us to believe that we should spend frivolously on ourselves. And while I agree that we can and ought to spend on ourselves without guilt, o... Read More

Why Not Taking Criticism Personally is the Key to Success

You’ve got the job. And now you’ve even got a raise. Isn’t this the epitome of career success? Yeah, sure. So then why are you just devastated any time your boss gives you “feedback”? We all need more feedback and praise at work but Millennials es... Read More

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How To Set Healthy Boundaries In All Areas Of Your Life

Nina

In every single relationship of our lives, healthy boundaries are critical to a happy and functioning relationship for all parties involved. Think about all the toxic relationships you’ve ever had in your life. Why were they toxic? It’s because eithe... Read More

3 Simple Actions You Can Take To Live An Intentional Life

Shenita Goode

To be intentional means always having a why or reason for your decisions and actions. Living this way helps create space for growth and peace in your everyday life. Intentional living can help inspire you, improve relationships, and create clarity. ... Read More

How To Create A Vision Board That Works

For those of us who are visually inclined, a must-have powerful tool to help us live to our full potential is a vision board. Literally speaking, a vision board is any sort of board where you display images representing what you want to attract into... Read More

8 Powerful Mindset Shifts To Snap You Back To Good Vibes

Our egos can totally kill our good vibes, so how can we reprogram our minds with subtle shifts to think more positively? A user on Urban Dictionary defines good vibes as "that feeling you get in your stomach when you look around and everything is... Read More

5 Steps for Breaking Past Your Conditioned Beliefs

Maggie Isley

You, my friend, are not a sheep. You should not be following the flock or allowing yourself to be herded. “But I’m not a follower,” I hear you protest - and hopefully this is true - but so many people, myself included, have fallen victim to conditi... Read More

5 Questions with Jessica Murnane of One Part Plant

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Why The Best Rebound Involves Just You

When I broke up with my ex of three years, it was tough. And I mean really tough. I went from planning my life in the new house he bought for us to seeking a small studio space just for me. There were many moments when I questioned if I made the ... Read More

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12 Reasons You’re Not As Happy As You Want To Be

Happiness is at the top of everyone's achievements list. At the end of our days here, we want to feel like we were happy and lived well. But oftentimes, we can find ourselves feeling unhappy and we're not sure why happiness isn't happening for us. ... Read More

5 Tips For Making Values-Based Decisions With Ease

It's not hard to make decisions when you know what your values are. -Roy E. Disney Seems pretty straight forward – right?! As long as you know your values, making decisions is a piece of cake! What if you’re a young adult and you’re still unsu... Read More

I Spent 24 Hours Being Mindful About Money, Here’s What I Learned

Money mindfulness and intentionality can change the way you live, so I'm spending the day being intentional and seeing what I learn. This post is sponsored by Cinch Financial. All opinions are my own. My mindfulness money day starts early at ... Read More

7 Signs You’re In Need Of A Social Media Detox

Social media was made with the intent to create and share content or simply to connect socially with others. However, we all know how addicting social media can become. I remember back when I was first introduced to social media via Myspace. It was u... Read More

7 Ways To Stay Informed With The News Without Feeling Overwhelmed

Politics has been crazy and people are more interested than ever in the news and what is going on in the world. As a millennial who never cared that much before, I have to admit that I am one of these people. Though I am much more interested in keepi... Read More

How To Make A Good Impression: Avoiding The Awkward Hello

Zach

We’ve all been there. You’re meeting someone you haven’t seen in a while, or an acquaintance you’ve met once or twice before. With a smile and a hello, you open your arms and lean in for the hug, only to feel the ends of their fingers prodding you in... Read More

5 Questions with Alyssa Yamamoto, Founder of Hiptipico

After spending several months in Guatemala, Alyssa Yamamoto launched Hiptipico, her ethical fashion brand inspired by Maya artisans looking to sell their beautiful, homemade goods. Ethical fashion is important to Alyssa; it's the foundation of what H... Read More

5 Steps To Finding Self-Love When It Feels Impossible

Kate Maurice

Humans are used to blaming. From the very first days of our conscious life, we blame everything and everyone around. Parents and friends; teachers and schoolmates; employers and colleagues. This habit gets stronger and stronger. So, eventually, our e... Read More

65 Habit Ideas For Personal Growth (And How To Make Them Happen)

To become your best self, it's likely that at some point you'll want to develop strong personal growth habits that make it easier for you to live out your values. When you cultivate healthy habits or rituals, you get one step closer to the life that ... Read More