Lessons Learned From a Marathon That Didn’t Go As Planned
In March of 2020 when the world shut down, I was at the peak of my training for a late April marathon. After weeks of…
4 Daily Mantras to Help Overcome Perfectionism
It took me years to admit that I had perfectionist tendencies. I’ve always preferred to define myself by my positive qualities, like my flexibility and…
Eat the Gelato: How Finding Balance Healed My Relationship With Food
Growing up, my identity was bound together with being an athlete. I played three sports, and it was a rare day when I didn’t have…
3 Questions I Ask Myself Before I Work Out
Over a year ago, when the world was shut down and uncertainty pervaded our daily lives, I quit both my Orangetheory and YMCA memberships. I…
Harmful Gossiping or Healthy Venting? Here’s How to Tell the Difference
During my first week of teaching, I looked forward to heading down to the teachers’ lounge for my 25-minute lunch period each day. At 22…
How To Set Boundaries, and What To Do When The Other Person Pushes Back
I had faced months of annoyance and frustration with my longtime roommate, who was not communicating as well as she usually did, specifically when it…
The Impact of 2020 on New Year’s Resolutions: Looking Back and Looking Ahead
Sitting down with my journal this week, I had hoped to write a reflection that I could one day show my children, something about how…
When Everyone Has an Opinion: How to Navigate Receiving Life Advice in Your 20s
Graduating from college, landing my first job, starting a new relationship, completing a graduate degree, moving to a new city: I’ve experienced all of these…
Tips for Listening to Understand, Not to Respond
Recently, I asked if my roommates had time to talk. On the brink of tears, I was not necessarily seeking advice, but rather a listening…
How Reflecting on My Core Values Added Meaning to My Life
At 24-years-old and entering my third year as a high school teacher, I have a rhythm and routine: Wake up early. Work out. Eat. Teach.…