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Ultimate Monthly Reset Routine

Life can get hectic, so it’s good to take the time to get back on track and recenter ourselves. That’s where the magic of a monthly reset routine comes in! Like all routines, the best one is the one that you create for yourself. These are great guidelines to get you started, but not everything may apply to your life. Pick and choose what you need, leave what you don’t. Some tasks get repeatedly put off and forgotten for long periods of time. We can lose a little bit of perspective when we’re just taking it one day at a time. Step back and widen your view to a full month to help keep your life on track. Reflect Grab a journal, a scrap of paper, your phone or your tablet and pour all of your thoughts out. Clear everything out of your mind to make space for a…

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Soft Summer Guide

Welcome to the Soft Summer Guide, a journey into the essence of this seasonal trend and an exploration of how it inspires us to embrace life with intention. As the weather grows hotter and the days stretch longer, we’re reminded that summer has arrived. This year, let’s make it a soft summer. With each passing year, new seasonal trends emerge. From the popular “hot girl summer” to the rise of soft girl summer, or simply soft summer, these concepts reflect the evolving spirit of the season. Please note, soft summer is not limited to any specific gender identity – it is an inclusive experience for any who wish to participate. In this guide, we’ll uncover the true meaning behind soft summer and discover how it empowers us to become our best selves. Slow Down Let’s talk about mindset. For too long, we have been taught that our worth is…

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Mid-Year Reset: Realign and Revitalize

Wow can you believe we’re almost halfway through the year? Officially the halfway point of the year is July 2nd. This makes now a perfect time for a mid-year reset. A reset at this time offers us a great opportunity to pause, reflect, realign and revitalize. Use this reset as a powerful tool to see how your intentions, aspirations and goals have evolved as the months have passed. By following all of these steps, you can gain renewed clarity, purpose, and motivation. There are 11 important steps to this reset. Well, let’s get this mid-year reset started so you can conquer the last 6 months of the year! Reflect Embrace this mid-year reset as an opportunity to realign with your values and to let go of things that are no longer serving you. Celebrate your achievements, no matter how small they may seem to you. Acknowledge the lessons learned…

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Essential Habits for Lasting Beauty

Welcome to today’s post about the essential habits for lasting beauty. This post is meant to be empowering, uplifting and actionable. No bad body vibes or diet culture here! Before we dive into these habits, I want to remind you that beauty isn’t just about what you see in the mirror. It’s so much more than that – your inner glow and the confidence you radiate impact the way others view you. Enhancing your physical appearance is great, but your physical and emotional well-being are what’s truly important. Prioritize Sleep Beauty sleep is really my friends. You need to make sure you get at least 7-8 hours of sleep each night to help your body regenerate. Getting a good night’s sleep helps to rejuvenate your body overnight. Sleep is a foundation for your overall health, not just your beauty. I think we’ve all experienced not getting enough sleep… Not only…

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The Power of 5 Minute Self-Care

You may not have a lot of time to spare, but if you really try I am sure you can find 5 minutes. Instead of mindlessly scrolling, or worrying about things you can’t control, take that time to care for yourself. I have 22 ideas for 5 minute self-care. If you fail to take care of yourself, your body will force you to take care of yourself. Long-term stress can contribute to so many different health problems. This is especially true if you are a woman of color. According to research , black women have much higher rates of chronic illnesses that are often stress related. That’s why it’s so important to view self-care as an essential part of your life and not as a luxury. You do not need permission to put yourself first. However, if you do feel like you need permission, allow me to give you that…

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Journal Prompts for Self Love

In general, journaling can help you become more aware of your thoughts. These Journal prompts for self love can help you explore your feelings about yourself. Self love is having regard for your own well-being and happiness. It’s having unconditional love and respect for yourself, as well as being kind to yourself – especially when it’s hard. Self love is not some magical feeling that comes out of the nowhere and it’s not being narcissistic. Self love is essential to living a full, happy, and healthy life. When you tell negative stories about yourself, the biggest problem is that you start to truly believe them. The good news is that the opposite is also true. If you repeatedly tell yourself positive stories about how great you are, you’ll start to believe that too. Self Love Lists To Write Write 10 positive affirmations that you actually believe about yourself. Write…

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Journaling Prompts for Relationships

Too often we expect others to know what we’re thinking and feeling without telling them. And too often the other person does a terrible job at reading our minds. That’s one reason why using journaling prompts for relationships can be a way to approach questions you aren’t sure how to ask. While I’m using journaling prompts for relationships as a general term, I would like to point out that these questions have a slant towards romantic or committed relationships. You can journal about your personal relationships alone, but it will be more powerful to journal together. These journaling prompts for relationships are a great way to deepen your understanding and explore your feelings. I have 49 different journaling prompts for you to choose from. Prompts about Communication Open communication is a key to building healthy and strong relationships. Take time to reflect on past conversations and conflicts resolved. These prompts…

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Sunday Habits for a Productive Week

Do you suffer from the Sunday scaries as the weekend draws to a close? It’s natural to feel a bit apprehensive about the upcoming week, but you don’t have to! Choose some of these simple Sunday habits for a productive week and set yourself up for success in the new week. I say choose some of these habits for a reason. Don’t feel like you need to push yourself to tackle this entire list at once if you’re not feeling up to it. It’s better to ease into creating a routine for your Sundays. Over time you can cultivate a routine or ritual for Sundays including things that you’re actually looking forward to doing. As the saying goes, a Sunday well spent bring a week of content, so let’s get into it. Rise and Shine That means do not hit that snooze button. Ok I’m sorry that the…

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70 Soft Challenge

WHAT IS 70 SOFT? It’s a 70 day / 10 week health and fitness challenge inspired by 75 HARD, or more aptly by the 75 soft challenge. The goal is to improve your overall health and fitness levels by making sustainable lifestyle changes. (click here to skip the explanation + go straight to the trackers) I first learned about 75 HARD a few months ago. My first thought was that this challenge was aptly named: HARD. I get that it’s a challenge to instill not only confidence but grit and fortitude. However, there is something to be said about attempting unrealistic challenges. As someone who struggles to workout and works a full time job.. 2 workouts lasting 45 minutes every day just wasn’t going to happen. No way no how. I might have started out strong, but it wouldn’t be sustainable for me. So I looked into the 75 soft…

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Hygge Morning Routine

Hygge (prounounced “hoo-gah”) is a Danish concept that emphasizes a warm and cozy environment along with feelings of good wellbeing. Completing a hygge morning routine, or as much of one as time will allow, can help set a positive tone for the rest of your day. If you’re looking for a nice calm way to start your day, look no further! In this post we’re going to explore several easy but effective ideas to include when you’re designing your own perfect hygge morning routine. One of the keys is to act intentionally, but also keep things simple. Rise Early Waking up early is one of the best ways to maximize your day. Being up earlier also gives you more time to relax and enjoy your morning. You can take your time in the morning instead of rushing. Your body tends to wake up more quickly than your brain,…