May is recognized as mental health awareness month in the United States. While new research is informing our society about mental health, it remains impractical in many communities. Marginalized communities in the United States do not see how this research benefits them in their everyday lives. Mental Health Awareness is still needed but learning how…
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Leading with Mindfulness| College Edition
Mindfulness movement is making its way beyond the yoga studio and on college campuses. This may be the start of your college journey or it’s coming to an end. And based on your level of self- and social- awareness you are going to bring a unique perspective to different situations. What I have found from…
Top 5 Favorite: Rereads to Heighten Self-Awareness
Who is ready to step into 2021 after the rollercoaster of a year we had in 2020. I found myself reading more non-fiction than previous years. I also have to take into account my interest have changed since my childhood and teen years. Honestly, my developmental stage has nothing to do with my reading habits…
Intention + Compassion
Compassion is to act with kindness towards those who are suffering. When I started my journey to reset, through analyzing minimalism, slow living, and sustainable change, it had not occurred that it would take me towards a lifestyle that required space for an inner transformation and healing. Ultimately, I guess that was what I was…
Embracing Change Gracefully
After two years of decluttering, reflecting, and redefining my core value, I’m at a place where I can start taking action towards the life I envisioned. I’ve grown to understand that change is inevitable and that its the only constant in our lives. With that, I matured to understand that once you’ve identified what’s essential…
Intentional Living: Moving Forward
As you go about your journey. Its so important to remember why you’ve started. With all the talk of of simplicity, intentionality, and minimalism its easy to reach a stalemate. A place that can dangerously lead to complacency and comparison. I had to take a step back to remember that everyone is on a journey…
Intentional Living: Learning to Set Boundaries
Do you struggle with saying ‘No’? I use to find it hard to set boundaries with most people. I wouldn’t say I reached a point where I didn’t hesitate but its become easier recently. I attribute it to these three habits that I’ve managed to maintain consistently since beginning my minimalism journey: Meditation–…
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….
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…
Intentional Living: Creating a Simple Morning Routine
The past few months, for me, were filled with new opportunities, ideas, and relationships. As an introvert, i’ll admit, it took a toll on me and much more to step out of my comfort zone to continue. With all the change, whether good or bad, I’ve had to modify my usual routines on what I’d…
Blessed and Beautifully Made 