People ask me all the time, “How do you do it all?” Like Shonda Rhimes said, “I don’t. When I’m succeeding in one area of my life, I’m failing in another.” This is the truth of all truths—and it’s not something to be ashamed of. It’s something to be aware of. When I took my … More How Do You Do It All?
Remember the story of the tortoise and the hare? Intensity can feel really productive, but consistency is what actually produces results over time. When the new year hits, it’s enticing to come out the gates hot, ready to completely overhaul our entire lifestyle. Sustainable habit change is about developing skills you can come back to … More Consistency > Intensity
A Baker She is Not but Here is a Recipe for Protein Banana Pancake Muffins While I love to cook, I don’t enjoy baking. I find it tedious — 1 levelled tsp. of baking powder (not to be confused with baking SODA), 1 egg yolk separated + 2 whole eggs, mix the wet ingredients with … More Protein Banana Pancake Muffins 🍌
The holiday season is over, and it’s back to regular programming until the days get longer and we can finally taste hints of spring and summer again… This past holiday season, my children were watching kids’ chef shows, and they subsequently took to the kitchen with a flair of creativity. My entire kitchen turned into … More CANDY CANE SHARDS 🎄
One of the most common misconceptions about step goals is that they need to happen all at once or during a formal workout. Research on NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) shows that accumulated movement throughout the day plays a significant role in energy expenditure, metabolic health, and stress regulation. Here’s why breaking steps up works so … More How to Hit 10K Steps Without Doing It All at Once
I’m an Instant Pot kinda bitch. I like to throw everything in the pot, set the timer, and walk away while the equipment does the heavy lifting. But occasionally, when I’m feeling frisky… a little Martha-adjacent, I’m in the mood for a good sheet pan meal. These meals are delicious, easy AF, and they keep … More Greek Chicken Sheet Pan 🇬🇷🍋
Intention setting is magical. This year, my theme is 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 + 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. What this looks like for me:Addressing my overthinking and perfectionism. Doing > Planning I wrote 10 goals/intentions for 2026 in my agenda, so I can revisit them and ask: Am I living in alignment with this? Here’s a sneak peek at 5 … More 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬 / 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 ✨
In the last several years, the term “political polarization” has become increasingly tangible. Fueled by social media algorithms that create ideological echo chambers and reinforced by a fear of cancellation, the suppression of debate has quieted many wise voices. When did the discussion of ideas become offensive rather than an opportunity to think critically and … More Don’t Throw the Baby Out with the Bathwater: On the Suppression of Debate in a Polarized World
My God, this past decade was a gruelling blessing. I took the goal of 𝕓𝕖𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕚𝕟𝕘 the woman I want to be very seriously. Taking action to become is much like therapy. If it’s not painful, you’re probably not doing it right. It began with a list of all the attributes I wanted to be. And … More 𝕋𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕚𝕤 𝟜𝟘…
Becoming a mom is the most preeminent choice I’ve ever made with my existence. It’s the most challenging, heartbreaking, fulfilling and soulful work. It has the incredible capacity to define purpose and effect the deepest spiritual growth. It is the most powerful role. Motherhood saved me in many ways. It has taught me that … More 𝔹𝕖𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕄𝕠𝕞
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