How to Practice Responsible Media Consumption
I have never been one to read a lot of news. It wasn’t until this election cycle that I began to be intentional about keeping…
How to Care for a Friend Struggling With Depression
If you’re not dealing with depression, there’s a pretty good chance that you know someone who is. With 6.7% of all adults in America (some…
Understanding How You Work Best
Within nine months of accepting my first full-time job, I left. I spent some time navigating a few different part-time jobs until I started freelance writing. I felt I was thriving in my work for the first time. It wasn’t until I settled into my life as a freelancer that I finally began to see the value of choosing a career that suits your work style.
Don’t Hit Snooze: 5 Energy Boosting Hacks to Use After a Sleepless Night
Sleep has always been a sensitive subject for me. Starting in grade school, I experienced mild insomnia once or twice a week. As I grew…
Why Does Emotional Labor Matter to Your Relationship?
Understanding the concept of emotional labor has changed my life and my marriage for the better. In her viral piece for Harper’s Bazaar, Gemma Hartley…
Do Your Finances Need a Little Spring Cleaning?
As a child, I came to expect a frenzy of cleaning to begin in our home right after Easter. My mother would throw open the…
5 Valentine’s Day Ideas That Won’t Leave You Broke
Getting out of the house for Valentine’s Day can be way more costly than your typical date. The first time I planned a Valentine’s dinner…
How to Celebrate Valentine’s Day When You’ve Just Started Dating
When my now husband and I approached our first Valentine’s Day, we weren’t even really together. We had been out a couple of times, talked…
Planning for the Holiday Season After a Loss
After my brother passed away last fall, celebrating the upcoming holidays was the last thing on our minds. I don’t remember exactly what we did…
Here Are 4 Spiritual Practices to Try If You’re Dealing With Doubts
I’ve been in a weird spot with my faith lately. There’s so much negativity going on in the world — people displaced from their homes,…