Gemma Hartley, Author at Amendo

Gemma Hartley

Gemma Hartley is a freelance writer with a BA in writing from the University of Nevada, Reno. Her work has appeared on Redbook Magazine, Washington Post, Good Housekeeping and more, in addition to contributing regularly to SheKnows, Ravishly, and Romper. She lives in Reno with her husband, three young kids, an awesome dog and a terrible cat.

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3 Ways to Rekindle Old Friendships

Gemma Hartley March 13, 2019

Sometimes I will go onto Facebook and see an old friend from high school posting pictures, and a sense of longing will crop up in…

How to Stick to a Workout Routine

Gemma Hartley February 26, 2019

I’m someone who loves the way I feel when I’m exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but for a long time I struggled with…

8 Essential Podcasts That Will Help You Master Life

Gemma Hartley January 8, 2019

I am a total podcast junkie. Anytime I’m in the car or tidying up around the house, I’m always toting my phone around listening to…

5 Holiday Activities That Won’t Break The Bank

Gemma Hartley December 7, 2018

I absolutely love the holidays. Despite the heavy-handed message to buy buy buy, the truth is I don’t have to spend a fortune to feel…

A Little Hygge Is What You Need This Winter

Gemma Hartley December 5, 2018

I’m a natural homebody. My ideal winter afternoon is spent holed up in my house with a good book and roaring fire, watching the snow…

3 Ways to Remind Yourself of Daily Blessings

Gemma Hartley November 8, 2018

I’ve long been a fan of keeping a gratitude journal to help with my overall happiness, a practice I’ve kept up for the past eight…

3 Ways to Be a More Affirming Friend

Gemma Hartley October 5, 2018

I have never been someone who craves words of affirmation. As a writer who loves words to the ends of the earth, it’s a strange…

Plan Your Fall Budget in 4 Easy Steps

Gemma Hartley August 31, 2018

Fall is absolutely my favorite season. The weather gets a little crisp, the autumn baking (and pumpkin spice latte season) begins, holidays start rolling up,…

How to Transition to a Busy Fall from a Lazy Summer

Gemma Hartley August 27, 2018

During summer, it’s easy to fall into a more relaxed routine. You might work a little less and play a little more. While it’s certainly…

Strapped for Cash? Don’t Cut Giving Out of Your Budget.

Gemma Hartley August 3, 2018

When I first started living on a written budget, keeping track of each and every expense in an Excel spreadsheet, I found every aspect of…