I have a very deliberate morning ritual. It’s taken time to refine, but now it’s something I truly rely on to feel grounded and capable of facing the day. It’s…
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Gluten-free Strawberry Oatmeal Bars
When strawberry season was here in Maryland, rather than picking the strawberries myself, I ordered them from a local farm, and they delivered them to my house. When you pick…
Mindful Consumption Helps Your Mental Health
Being mindful of our consumption is thinking beyond the food we put into our bodies and looking beyond the purchases we make for our home. Conscious consumption extends into the…
Living with Intention: Reflections on Loss, Grief, and Purpose
It’s hard to believe it’s been almost a month since our world turned upside down. I’ve been holding my breath, waiting for this milestone, as if reaching it might somehow…
Easy, Low Calorie Curry Chickpea (without Coconut)
This easy curry chickpea dish is vegan/vegetarian and gluten-free. It’s made without coconut, so it’s perfect for someone who has an allergy or wishes to lower the calories of a…
Mushroom Risotto- Vegetarian and Alcohol-Free!
Risotto is one of those “labors of love” dishes. It takes tending to while it cooks, so you have to remain present in the task. I can do that on…
Changing Your Mind Isn’t Failure
Back in 2022, I had every intention not to purchase any clothes for the entire year. And I stated it publically. I wanted to do this for personal reasons; no…
Letting Go of Holiday Expectations
I’m letting go of the expectation that this holiday season will be stress-free, seamless, or magical. Don’t get me wrong; I’d like it to be stress-free! But right now, the…
Threads of Connection: Holding On Through Grief
The grief of losing a parent feels so different from any other grief I’ve known. It’s an ache that reshapes you, leaving you feeling untethered—adrift in a way that defies…
Conversation Starters to Create Community
Hosting and attending parties is even harder than before the pandemic, wouldn’t you agree? Gathering together is essential for our mental and emotional health. We are social beings, yes, even…