Mindful Living

I've learned 90 days is the magic number.

"How did I manage to turn a beloved pastime into something that made me feel bad about myself?"

Here's how to practice patience with others, your kids, and even yourself.

While the weather turns a bit colder (only 80 today!) our thoughts turn to the Fall. We’re looking forward to more time spent indoors hosting and hanging out. BUt there are some things we’d like to get to to make our home feel that much more comfortable. Jump below for 20 ways to love your home (so it loves you back):1. Choose 10 things. And donate them, throw them away or repurpose them.

It's boosted my confidence and lowered my stress.

Try these mindful movement alternatives.

A few years ago Jennifer wrote about leaving her friends behind because of a big cross-country move. I made a similar big move nearly four years ago, following my now husband from San Diego to Seattle when he started his exciting new career. The hardest part for me? Making new friends. It sure isn’t as easy as it used to be! Unlike Jennifer, I’m more of an introvert than a social butterfly.

Try these tried-and-true tips from wellness experts.

Sometimes it really is all about the little things.

From establishing zones to understanding clutter, here's how to make your living space more accommodating for ADHD.

As I shed items from my marriage, I was able to move forward without the weight of painful memories that might otherwise hold me back.

The concepts of gratitude and mindfulness have become popular with millennials like me — and yet here is my grandmother, who has been practicing them in her own way for more than 80 years.

Here are four improvements I saw — and how I recommend going about this change in your own life.

Want to reduce your carbon footprint and make your closet more eco-friendly? Here's where to start.

Eighty percent of people give up on their resolutions by February. Here's how to make adjustments to keep working toward your goals.

When I don’t feel that immediate spark of joy, I give my item the benefit of the doubt, tucking it away instead of throwing it into a donation pile.

Setting aside a day, or even a few moments, to show yourself some extra love and compassion is a great way to put yourself first and practice self-love.

From hand-making cards to leaving surprises for co-workers, here are six feel-good ideas for bringing back the ambiance of childhood Valentine’s Days.

Whether you’re celebrating with your long-term partner or on a first date, plan to do something unexpected.

It's super convenient — but also helps me enjoy the mindful ritual of making coffee.

Deskpass founder Nicole Vasquez shares her tips for creating that much coveted (and totally achievable) work-life balance.

Anxiety workbooks are helpful because they can be great in anxious moments but also during calmer states of mind as well. 

I knew being grateful for things wouldn’t magically solve my problems, but if it meant I could have calmer, more upbeat mornings, I was willing to try.

Try incorporating these short, easy practices into your daily routine to break up the day and help you decompress and de-stress.

It didn’t take long for these routine chores to transform into a series of small daily rituals and become some of the more nourishing moments of my day. 

Luckily, writing things down isn’t the only way to keep everything straight!

January and February tend to be difficult months, but there are plenty of ways to make them more fun and fulfilling.

Uou'll want to examine what held you back from setting goals in the first place.

By meeting regularly to discuss progress and plans, it helps us celebrate the wins big and small and reroute as needed. 

If you’re looking to make a change in your life, even a small one, here are a few helpful tips from productivity experts and life coaches.

My goal was very simple: to feel happy with what I already have and to not constantly be reaching for my phone. 

No more doubling up on random jars of spices.

You can’t stop using technology overnight, but you can change your relationship with it.

And no, this experiment was not easy — but it was worth it.

These tips from wellness professionals and therapists can help you navigate the winter blues.

It's all about focusing on personal growth rather than calendar-driven obligations.

This method gives wiggle room and space for grace, self-compassion, and humanity.

Adopting a word of the year feels liberating and allows you to center your focus on different habits and goals.

With 2022 fast approaching, now is a great time to examine what went right this year — and to identify areas of improvement.