Category: Growth
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From self-doubt to self-love
How often do you find yourself caught in a cycle of self-criticism? Maybe it’s a fleeting thought: “I look tired.” Or maybe it’s deeper: “I’m not doing enough.” Why do we do this? Is it something we’ve learned over time, passed down by the voices around us? Are we trying to shield ourselves, thinking if we criticize ourselves…
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Being Present
Mindfulness is the conscious act of being aware—fully focused on the present moment. It’s not just a buzzword or trend; it’s a practice of intentional living. How often do you truly stop and notice your surroundings? Really feel the sun on your face? Sit quietly without distraction? For me, it’s taken years to learn the…
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Monday’s “Make it at home”
Iced Oatmilk Butterscotch Latte with Salted Caramel Cold Foam For today’s “make it at home” coffee, I’m bringing you an iced oat milk butterscotch latte topped with salted caramel cold foam – and trust me, it’s a 10/10 in my book! It’s the perfect balance of light, sweet, and refreshing. Ingredients: Instructions: Enjoy your creamy,…
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Change
Do you ever wish that something would slow down or wish it would hurry up? Do you ever get tired of things always changing? Seasons are an expected, ongoing change. We know when spring is near: flowers begin to bloom, allergies flare up, and the weather shifts from cooler to warmer. We prepare ourselves for…
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How Do You Manage Stress?
“Stress is an ignorant state. It believes that everything is an emergency. Nothing is that important.” – Natalie Goldberg Although I like the above quote, I feel like it’s easier to understand its meaning as long as you are not in an active state of stress. We’ve all been there – feeling overwhelmed by stress, and…
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Brewing a Life of Faith, Wellness, and Purpose
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 Hi, and thank you for taking the time for visiting my new blog! My name is Julie and I am a 47 year old…