3 Ways to Free Yourself from the Lies of Restrictive Eating and Embrace Joy
For many years, I was trapped by toxic diet culture, believing that if I followed “food rules” perfectly, I would ultimately be thin, happy, and…
Seeking Guidance: How a Spiritual Mentor Could Help You
Throughout college, I was heavily involved in campus ministry. The retreats, events, and small communities I was a part of there not only allowed me…
3 Ways to Stay Body Positive This Summer
The summer months can be an especially difficult time for people who struggle with their body image. As someone who has had a hard time…
How Adding Something To Your Daily Routine Can Enhance Your Faith Life This Lent
An elderly priest once told me that each Lent, he would give up the same three things: water skiing, skydiving, and watermelon (and he was…
3 Things To Do Instead of Being Productive
One day as I was scrolling through LinkedIn, I saw a post that was boasting about how the “5 to 9” is crucial. From side…
Stop Saying Sorry: How To Succeed as a Woman in a Male-Dominated Field
I work at a software company where the number of male employees vastly outnumbers the number of female employees. To emphasize the skewed ratio of…
3 Tips for a Perfectionist Navigating a New Job
Starting a new job is overwhelming. The new people, new rules, and new environment can quickly make you feel like you’re in over your head.…
How I Turned My Apartment Into a Body-Positive Zone
When I moved into my New York City apartment a few months ago, a roommate-finding site matched me with three random roommates, and the four…
Using Lent to Be the Best Version of Myself
I’ve always made an effort to leave the season of Lent as a better Christian and a better person overall. After experiencing plenty of Lents…
3 Creative Prayer Ideas That Anyone Can Try
At the start of the pandemic, I felt anxious and worried about the health and well-being of my family and friends. I also felt helpless…