In addition to meditation, gratitude is an essential component of my morning routine. I first discovered the practice of writing down things I'm grateful for several years ago when I read Sarah Ban Breathnach's book, Simple Abundance. Although I was initially intrigued, I was also doubtful about the effect that writing down 3 to 5 things I'm grateful for each day would have. At first, it was quite challenging for me because my mind wasn't used to embracing gratitude in this m

As we approach the end of January 2026, I wanted to highlight a fun activity I love revisiting annually: Vision Boards! These boards, also known as Dream Boards, provide a chance to visually represent your goals and intentions for the year. Some people create new ones every year, others make updates or tweaks, and some use the same board for several years. I've tried all these approaches. I even have friends who keep separate boards for personal and career goals. What I appre

Hello Friends and Happy 2026! As I’ve always said, I love the beginning of a new year. For me, it symbolizes an opportunity to wipe the slate clean and start fresh. It's a time to reflect on lessons learned in the previous year and recalibrate, setting new goals and intentions for the new year. What I know for sure as I think about the year ahead is that I want to continue to step into my power with confidence and live up to my true potential. I don't want to live in fear of

Happy New Year, my friends! I made sure to start my New Year's morning with 20 minutes of meditation because I wanted to set the tone for the year. In 2026, I'd like to start off each month with a post about a tool or resource that helps me manage my anxiety. I've discussed some tools in previous posts, but I don't think I've highlighted how much meditation has helped me through the years. It is one of the single most helpful things that I do in order to calm my nerves and ge

Well, here we are getting ready to close out 2025 and welcome 2026. The biggest lesson I've learned this year is the importance of showing up for myself, and that is the lesson I plan to repeat throughout 2026. I want to continue to prioritize pouring into myself so that I have the energy to show up for others while pursuing and achieving my own goals. How can I be there for others if I cannot first be there for myself? This reminds me of the simple instructions we are given

This may not be the type of holiday article you're used to reading but I think it's important to recognize and honor all feelings. The truth is that the holiday season often evokes a range of emotions. For some people, it's an opportunity to come together with family and friends, enjoying traditional celebrations and making new memories. However, for others, this time of year can provoke unsettling feelings. Some people find the holidays challenging because they lack the ener

It’s October! As much as I like January for the start of a new year, there’s also something equally thrilling to me about the transition...

I wasn’t sure if I wanted to share this, but on my walk this morning, I listened to the Mel Robbins podcast, and she was talking about her new book, Let Them. I wondered if this topic could be too much or triggering for others, but listening to Mel reminded me of the importance of prioritizing myself and being true to myself. The whole point of this blog is to provide an authentic perspective on dealing with anxiety and life’s challenges. To do that, I have to be brave enough

As the summer comes to an end, it’s a good time to look back on goals and intentions set at the beginning of the year. You can review my...

I haven't posted in a few months. I've taken the time to reflect and live more in the present. I'm proud of myself for working hard to...