As January 2026 begins, I feel a quiet invitation from The Most High to slow down and tend to my heart and mind with intention. This new year isn’t asking me to rush forward. It's asking me to rest, to trust, and to heal. For me, Mental Wellness Month is a time to not only acknowledge mental health, but to actively nurture it through faith, mindfulness, and daily care.

When I look back on 2025, my heart feels full. Truly full. This year has been an amazing one for me. Not because everything was perfect, but because everything was purposeful. I grew. I learned. I healed in ways I didn’t even realize I needed.

Reflection has become one of my most powerful tools. It allows me to honor where I’ve been, instead of rushing past it. Even though I don't live in the past, it helps shape my future. I have learned to give it the respect that it deserves in its place.

This holiday season, I want to be more present than perfect. I want to feel grounded instead of rushed and intentional instead of overwhelmed. Yes, INTENTIOAL!! I've been practicing being intentional all year and I am seeing the benefits from it. It is something I will continue to practice into the new year. I want to walk into winter with a soft heart and steady mind. Knowing it’s okay to slow down, okay to rest, okay to take care of myself, and okay to find joy in the small

As the calendar inches closer to Thanksgiving, I can already feel that familiar mix of excitement and pressure building inside me. I love the holiday…the food, the coziness, the laughter floating through the house, the way my family fills a room with stories and warmth. However, I’ve also learned that if I’m not mindful, the day can become overwhelming fast. So, I chose to prepare not just the menu, not just the house, but my mind and heart for the holiday ahead as well.

There’s a certain stillness that arrives toward the end of the year. The air feels cooler, the days grow shorter, and life seems to gently nudge me inward…to reflect, to realign, and to remember what truly matters. Every year around this time, I find myself sitting with a warm drink, looking back on the months behind me. There’s always so much that’s happened. Joys I didn’t expect, challenges I didn’t plan for, moments of growth I didn’t see coming.

Towards the end of autumn of last year, I started building what I call my “immune-boosting and self-care rituals.” They’re not complicated…just small, steady habits that help me stay grounded, healthy, and calm before the winter winds roll in. They have changed a bit this year as I am a work in progress, but please allow me to share these routines with you.

Autumn has always been one of my favorite seasons. I absolutely love the colors, the cozy clothes, the crisp air that feels like a fresh start. However, it’s also one of the busiest times of year. The start of a new school year, new goals for my small business and Etsy shop, appointments left and right. Before I know it, I’m running on iced coffee and to-do lists.

Welcome to a new month everyone! It's October. I can feel the seasonall shift in the atmosphere. October is known for many types of awareness including breast cancer, national bullying prevention, national domestic violence month, LGBTQ+ history month, ADHD awarness month, and world mental health day (October 10). For this week's blog, I have chosen to focus on mental health and the topic of choice is creating cozy spaces for better mental health.

If you’re living with PCOS, please understand that you are not broken and you are not alone. Healing may take time and it may look different for each of us, but it is possible. Hope grows every time we choose to nourish ourselves, rest when we need it, speak kindly to our bodies, and share our stories.

There’s something magical about the arrival of fall. It is truly my favorite season. The air feels crisper, the days grow a little shorter, and life seems to invite me to slow down and savor the simple things. For me, comfort in this season isn’t just about wrapping myself in a blanket or sipping a hot drink. It’s also about nourishing my body with foods that feel good, fuel me, and remind me that even small routines can bring big joy.

I think what gratitude has taught me most is presence. Life moves fast, and it’s easy to get caught up in what’s next. But gratitude reminds me to pause, to notice what’s already here, to soak it in before it slips away.

We have the right to protect our energy, our time, and our mental health. The more we practice, the more natural it will feel.

Detoxing holistically means recognizing that the mind, body, and spirit are deeply connected. When one is out of alignment, it affects the others.

Mindful journaling is a practice that blends mindfulness, the art of being fully present in the moment, with the self-reflective power of writing. It’s not just about what happened during your day, but how you felt, breathed, responded, and grew in that day.

Today, I invite you to try it. The next time someone speaks, pause. Don’t rush to fill the silence. Don’t think about what you’ll say next. Just listen with your whole heart.   You might be surprised at how much beauty you’ll hear. Not only in their words, but in the quiet spaces between them. I hope this blog has found you in good spirits and that you enjoyed reading my personal thoughts on mindful listening as much as I have enjoyed sharing them with you. I'm looking f

At its core, mindful walking is about turning off autopilot and paying attention to the present moment as you move. Instead of walking while thinking about that awkward thing you said five years ago or mentally drafting tonight’s dinner menu, you anchor yourself in now. Think of it like this: walking becomes less about getting somewhere and more about being somewhere.

If you are new to mindfulness and don't have understanding of it, you may be wondering exactly what it means. There is many misconceptions surrounding mindfulness, and if you are not opened to understanding, you can fall into the traps of misunderstandings. Many people believe that practicing mindfulness is participating in evil rituals. Well that belief is subjective because it all depends on your belief system.

Although there currently is no cure, there is hope. Science is making incredible discoveries in the fight against Alzheimer’s, bringing us closer to better treatments and, one day, a cure. Scientists are closer than ever to understanding the mechanisms behind Alzheimer’s. From identifying early biomarkers to new therapeutic approaches targeting amyloid and tau proteins, the future holds hope for earlier detection and better treatments.

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other brain health issues is a journey that intertwines moments of difficulty with instances of profound connection. Alzheimer’s caregiving demands patience, resilience, and a well-rounded understanding of the disease.