This Weekend, Choose Ease

  There’s a lot going on in the world right now and many of us are feeling anxious, confused and flat-out scared. In addition to everything we’re doing to deal with this current pandemic, we all do so much. Too much at times. We give to work and family. We manage homes, meals, pet vet appointments and still make time to lend a supportive ear to friends. And for savvy moms, those little kiddo school conferences and endless classmate birthday parties can make it feel like time just isn’t on our side. A fact of life is that we can’t be on all of the time, we won’t ever get it all done and as much as we break our backs to make everything as perfect as possible, it never will be. So this weekend, give yourself a break from all the ‘doing’ and chaos. Take some time to lean back and only do what you absolutely have to — and nothing else for a change. Take off your overachiever hat, be OK with not going the extra mile and instead try to relax and enjoy yourself. Wear sweatpants all day, swap the news for a feel-good flick and pop open a bottle of your favorite red or white. Stretch out in a Barre class, curl up with a good book and do so much gazing out your window that you completely lose track of time. Try creating as much white space in your calendar as possible so you can kick back and do a whole lotta nada — or whatever makes you smile. We all love giving our best, but we need time to relax and recharge in order to fully be our best. It helps us stay physically healthy, not to mention mentally sane. It’s not lazy — it’s loving, so be sure to leave any guilt behind, Wishing you a weekend to enjoy and be good to yourself! XO   Quote du jour “Keep a little fire burning; however small, however hidden.” ― Cormac McCarthy   Read More Feel-Good Notes Let Yourself Off the Hook Now Take a Deep Breath In Expect Great Things   *We love all our picks, and if you make a purchase, we may get a little something back. Thanks for your support!  

Latest Feel-Good Notes

Why it’s Time to Try Something New

Why it’s Time to Try Something New

How long has it been since you tried something new? 

Whether it’s walking into a new fitness class, signing up for language lessons, trying out a new hobby or activity, or even attempting to cook a new meal, breaking from routine and trying something new makes us come alive. 

Trying new things makes us step outside of our comfort zone (which isn’t always easy!). But doing so not only spices up our day, but reminds us of just how capable we are.

Why Boundaries Are a Good Thing

Why Boundaries Are a Good Thing

Most of us are good people and enjoy making others happy. We like saying “yes” to what people ask of us and overall try to be pleasing. (After all, we’re human and want to be helpful and liked!) So, it can feel natural to drop what we’re doing, lose sleep, and turn our schedules upside down to accommodate others. 

The problem? Sometimes when we say “yes,” especially to the same people, again and again, we find ourselves doing things that don’t actually work for us, bending over backward, and ultimately feeling resentment, regret, and even taken advantage of. 

How to Get the Most out of Your Mornings

How to Get the Most out of Your Mornings

Do you wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day? Or does your morning routine feel more like something you schlep through until you take that first sip of heavenly coffee?

Mornings set the stage for the rest of the day, and today, I’m sharing the best way I know how to set yourself up for a wonderful day. (And you don’t have to get out of bed even a minute earlier!)

How to Be Grateful When Life Feels Hard

How to Be Grateful When Life Feels Hard

When life feels especially hard, or we’re just trying to get through the day, it can be challenging to see all the good that’s happening around us. Or worse, it can feel like there isn’t anything good.

You may already know the benefits that come from practicing gratitude, but even with all the good it does, during tough times, it’s easy to fall off the gratitude wagon and to focus on everything you don’t have vs. all that you do.