How to Create a Mindful Space in the Home

Today's blog is a guest post from Kay Pascale. Kay Pascale is a writer from Durham, NC. When she isn't writing about home improvement or how to stay healthy, she loves traveling, running with her dog, and honing her photography skills. A mindful space in your home is a sanctuary that belongs to you. This is … Continue reading How to Create a Mindful Space in the Home

Can emotional abuse be sexual abuse?

I got divorced last May, and in the midst of Justin Timberlake memes and shorts weather and anticipating my upcoming book launch, the anniversary of my divorce date looms near. And I am still mad at my abuser, which is frustrating because I thought I would have overcome all my trauma in a neat, tidy … Continue reading Can emotional abuse be sexual abuse?

Tips for a Meaningful No-Spend Challenge

Before I became my fully evolved writer-self who championed the millennial cause, I really enjoyed writing about budgets and personal finance. Of course, these topics are definitely still related to the millennial experience, especially considering how many of us are juggling multiple jobs and side gigs to make ends meet or work toward financial goals. … Continue reading Tips for a Meaningful No-Spend Challenge

Running on empty: Millennial burnout and why we deserve to stop

I've been listening to a mountain of body positive books lately, like I'm simmering myself in the decadence of self-love until it permeates every molecule of my being. I want every single morsel of myself to be flavored with the spice of confidence and knowledge that I am totally awesome and I don't have to … Continue reading Running on empty: Millennial burnout and why we deserve to stop

Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Color Up Your Life

With springtime here (even though the snow came for a fateful April Fool's Day prank), we start to see brighter colors and pastels pop up around us. Whether it’s through fashion, nail colors, or those springtime flowers that start to pop up, it’s time to say hello to brighter hues. As most people absolutely love … Continue reading Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Color Up Your Life

Emotional exhaustion is as real as physical exhaustion

This week is full of anniversaries for me. In 2012, my first divorce was finalized on March 19. In 2018, I began the process of leaving my second marriage on March 17. In 2018, my stepdad died just after 1:00am on March 22 and it was the first time I had seen or spoken to … Continue reading Emotional exhaustion is as real as physical exhaustion

Simple Ways to Create Calm in Your Workspace

Hey friends! This week's post is a guest blog from Johanna Cider of Musings of Johanna.  Is your workspace causing you stress? Your physical environment at work can affect your mood, focus and productivity. If your workspace is elevating your stress levels, it’s important to make some changes. Taking time to create calm in your … Continue reading Simple Ways to Create Calm in Your Workspace

To baby or not to baby: The millennial question

Content warning: This post discusses the decision to have (or not have) a biological child. It also touches on childhood emotional abuse and infertility. Why aren't millennials having babies? Trick question -- they are having babies! Obviously. Most of my friends are around my age and have kids. However, millennials aren't having as many children, and they're … Continue reading To baby or not to baby: The millennial question