The past couple of months have been a whirlwind.I've found it incredibly difficult to carve out moments of rest amidst the unrest of our world. We've experienced a lot of upheaval this year, and it's wearing on each of us mentally, physically, and spiritually. I know I need rest, but I think I've forgotten what [...]
I blinked and July was over! Anyone else feel that way? I also feel like nothing really happened this month of consequence, but I can't shortchange this month just because I didn't travel or do big, bold things. We are all learning and unlearning. Give yourself some grace if you find yourself feeling the same [...]
Everybody's talking about "health". How to stay healthy.How to improve your health.How to be more health-conscious. But the problem is, all too often the topic of "health" only focuses on a couple of areas, mainly physical and nutritional. But when you think about the concept of overall health, you have to consider all the different [...]
This year, one of my #20in20 goals was to read at least 12 books. So here I am trying to do my do-diligence and knock this goal out of the ballpark. During undergrad and then subsequently in PA school, I never really had the time to read for pleasure. I was either reading for class [...]
For centuries, apple cider vinegar has been used for medicinal and culinary purposes. But as more and more research comes out about it's incredible health benefits, it's gaining popularity in the health and wellness market. Last month, I came across the brand MaryRuth's Organics. It's a brand that offers an array of vitamins and supplements [...]
Everyone loves those Starbucks Sous Vide Egg Bites! My parents even love them. They're carb-conscious and protein-heavy, not to mention they're delicious. But we can't eat out all the time, so here's my Copycat Starbucks Sous Vide hack. All you need are a pressure cooker or Instant Pot, silicone molds (I got mine from Amazon: [...]
Jade rollers. Sheet masks. Brazilian bum creams. Just a few of the top beauty fads over the past few years. But do you ever wonder if these trends and products we spend millions of dollars on actually tout real benefits? When people say it's anti-aging or ant-inflammatory, do they actually know that or is it [...]
Hello July! Hard to believe that June even happened. I feel like I blinked and it was over. June has a history for being one of my favorite months of summer. It's the month we celebrate my sister and dad's birthdays. It's cooler in temperature than the subsequent months of July and August, and it's [...]
ENN-E-A-GRAM Right now, you are probably thinking one of two things: 1. I LOVE THE ENNEAGRAM-or-2. I have no idea what you are talking about! For those of you who responded to the latter, this post is for you. I found out about this personality tool over a year ago through my learned sister. It [...]
I find myself eating lighter fare in the summer. The heat and humidity can be brutal, especially here in Myrtle Beach. Nat King Cole said it right when he called them the lazy-hazy-crazy days of summer. But don't let the summer heat kill your appetite. Here are a few summer lunches that are easy to [...]
