We’ve come to the end of another year and tbh I don’t know where the year went. However, I know much was accomplished. This year was a year of ‘first’ for me as I attempted to challenge myself and take risks that seemed ‘unlike’ me. I’ve set to step out of my comfort zone and…
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Winter Break Library Haul
Winter break is finally here and I couldn’t be anymore ecstatic. This break is well needed and deserved. I have tons of catching up to do on my blog and other paperwork. BEST OF ALL! I’m excited to catch up on some reading. This year has had it’s ups and downs but without the unexpected…
Minimalism + Intentionality: Planning Habits Update
So, if your following me on Instagram you’ve probably seen an evolution among my content that varies from books to planners. I would say my IG closely reflects what I gravitate to the most; and currently that’s reading. My overall message still remains as productivity and self development. A year ago, my planning reflected…
Why Meditate?
Peace!Stability!Groundedness! All trigger words for me that allows me to pursue my passions and live a life worth living for. When I make time for meditation my mind is in a state that allows me to slow down, relax, and prioritize. To many times we allow the opinions and wants of others cloud our minds,…
Weekend Reads Spotlight| Everything Everything by Nicola Yoon
One of the greatest benefits of learning to live minimally is the extra time I’ve gained to read books of my own choosing. Don’t get me wrong my professors are providing some great reads but tbh it’s not the same as choosing your own. Reading is one of my stress management routines; and if your as introverted as me than…
26 Bookish Facts About Me
I recently celebrated my 26th birthday with a few close and wonderful friends. Since establishing a more minimalist mindset, I’ve been able to go back and enjoy what I love most. If you haven’t seen my snaps on snapchat or my tweets then your missing out on some great nature shots and vegan food recipes….
Weekend Reads Spotlight |Book Review| The Vegetarian by Han Kang
The Story “Father, I don’t eat meat.” In an instant, his flat palm cleaved the empty space. My wife cupped her cheek in her hand. “Father!” In-hye cried out, grabbing his arm. His lips twitched as though his agitation had not yet passed off. I’d known of his incredibility violent temperament for some time, but…
Intentional Living | Learning To Handle Unwanted Opinions
Back again with another post. Hope you’ve been enjoying your week and started executing your plans. If not, then what’s keeping you? If its because of unnecessary chatter from naysayers (who by the way have no business in your personal matter), then please continue reading as I share how learning to handle unwanted opinions helps…
Life Changing Books|Book Recs
Summer is here and it’s one of those great seasons to catch up on some projects; whether it’s cleaning up that garage, visiting long distance family, or spending some much needed me time. Summer has the ability to bring our moods to optimal working power. For me the best way I like to spend my…
Decluttering 101
I don’t know about you but organizing my space has always brought me peace. It wasn’t my most favorite activity but when I did get to it I felt a whole lot better. I wouldn’t say I’m a messy person, but you can certainly know if I am having a bad week. Part of simplifying…
Escaping the Rat Race
Originally posted on Being Young and Twenty Being young and twenty meant reaching this goal that I thought was my own but turned out to be what everyone else wanted. Being young and twenty was a time that felt forced: to conform, to blend in, and to be put together. It was a time where…
Learning To Live Intentionally
So many times during the hustle and bustle of our daily activities we lose the purpose for why we’re hustling to begin with. We’ve become experts in autopiloting our lives and it’s even easier when everyone around you is doing it. What happens when what made you like everyone else was taken away abruptly? Losing…