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Watch Me: Reclaiming My Identity During Infertility (Without the Toxic Positivity)

I want to be very clear: If you’re looking for a post that is going to romanticize infertility treatment, this isn’t it. I’m interested in navigating infertility without the toxic positivity. I don’t think it’s beautiful or empowering (at least not in real time), and pretending it is isn’t the point of this post. Most…
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The Multi-Passionate Blueprint: How to Build Cohesive Brands

If you’ve ever thought about starting a blog, becoming a content creator, or starting a business, you’ve probably been given the same advice: niche down. For me, being told to “niche down” is the same as being told to “be bored.” I have too many interests, too many passions, and too many vibes to pick…
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Beyond the Waiting Room: My Honest Infertility Journey

I love to plan things. I mean, it’s literally what I do for work. My full-time job is to plan events and social media posts. I use my organizational skills in just about every aspect of my life – from marketing to planning what’s for dinner, and keeping track of appointments. My entire life is…
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The Hybrid Blueprint: How (and Why) I Build in Two Directions

I once had a career coach tell me that I’m one of the most multipassionate people she’s ever met, and honestly, I would agree. I’ve never really been a ‘one-track’ person. Just like how I have many hobbies and interests, my professional identity has multiple facets, too. I love the strategic, detailed marketing and events…
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BUILDING THE BOARDROOM: MAINTAINING HEALTHY FRIENDSHIPS & CURATING NEW ONES

We’ve spent the last few weeks talking about the demolition of friendships and the hard work of setting boundaries. But what happens when the dust settles? When the ‘drama loops’ are closed and the lifeguard stand is retired, you’re left with a lot of quiet. This is the time to focus on maintaining healthy friendships…
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homeownership tips to survive the first year

The ink is dry, the boxes are unpacked, and the ‘New Home’ smell is starting to fade into the ‘What did I just do?’ reality. Here is the Architect’s guide to not just surviving, but actually enjoying, your first 365 days of homeownership. The ‘Emergency Fund’ vs. The ‘Aesthetic Fund’ The excitement of having your…
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The Buoy and the Lifeguard: Why the ‘Fixer’ Always Ends Up Drowning

Have you ever found yourself more exhausted after a ‘venting’ phone call than the person who actually called you to vent, I have news for you. You aren’t supporting them… you’re being used as a life raft. Last week, we talked about the Architect vs. The Drama Lover. This week, we’re onto supporting vs. enabling in…
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how to curate your sanctuary on a budget
You don’t need a luxury budget to build a luxury life. Really, you just need a good eye and a bit of resourcefulness. The secret to a home that feels ‘collected’ rather than ‘decorated’ is the art of the high-low interior design mix. After several years of living both on my own and now with…
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The Architecture of Outgrowing Friendships in your 30s
There is a specific kind of sadness that comes with realizing you no longer have the emotional or energetic bandwidth for a friendship fueled almost entirely by ‘the latest drama.’ One thing I’ve realized over the past few years is that 30 is a “threshold” of sorts. In your 20s, friendship is about proximity and…
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Sunday Rituals: How to Create a Sanctuary Before the Monday Hustle

Sundays used to be the ‘pre-game’ for Monday’s “back-to-business” grind. I’d spend the day bracing for the week ahead. But lately, I’ve reclaimed the day as a sanctuary and as its own day. It is no longer treated as an extension of the work week. Now, Sundays are the one day when the Architect’s blueprints…