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My 3 Go-To Recipes for a Low-Stress Thanksgiving Feast
Recipes to help you plan and prep ahead of your turkey day dinner. Hosting Thanksgiving dinner can be a tedious task for anyone, but with some preparation, you can have a low-stress Thanksgiving feast – especially when you have your recipes picked in advance! Having time the week before to organize and prep ahead of…
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The Magic of the Pre-Feast Cleanse: Romanticizing Hosting Prep
Tips to embrace the mundane tasks of cleaning, organizing, and meal prepping ahead of holiday hosting. So, you’re hosting a holiday dinner. Hosting a holiday dinner can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. The tasks ahead: cleaning, grocery shopping, and making sure you have enough napkins, can all seem endless. But what if…
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5 Cozy Girl Essentials for a Soft-Living Sanctuary
Five simple comforts that turn your home into a haven. If there’s one thing I’ve learned about navigating the end of the year, it’s that you need to be intentional about taking care of yourself and prioritizing moments of rest. As the days get shorter and the holiday planning starts to ramp up, everything around…
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Stop Earning Rest: How I Set Boundaries Before the Holidays
Three simple boundary shifts that have helped me trade burnout for peace. The holidays are coming, and while that brings the magic of the season—the lights, music, treats, and family time—it also brings stress. The relatable feeling of pre-holiday exhaustion and the rush to finish everything on time can leave us feeling overwhelmed. But when…
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Halloween Movie Self-Care: The Spooky Movie I Watch for Comfort
A case for cinematic comfort blankets and nostalgic self-care. Hello, friends! It feels good to be back here writing again after a few weeks away. I had a hectic few weeks, but I’m happy to be back! The world has shifted so quickly as we head into the final stretch of October, and with all…
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5 Things I’m Letting Go of This Fall
Fall is here, and with a new season comes new resolutions! Hello, fall! Autumn just happens to be my favorite season – crazy, I know, since I hate the cold – but, with a new season comes a new perspective. And while everyone seems to be rushing to maximize their seasonal joy and squeezing in…
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How I Was Able to Rebuild Confidence After Dating Disasters
My post-bad-date rituals for finding myself again. The work to rebuild confidence after dating often begins on the journey home. After a disappointing date, whether it’s a silent Uber ride or a lonely walk, all the awkward pauses and mismatched energy leave you feeling a little deflated. I used to let those moments consume me,…
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Boosting Relationships with Vacation Traditions
How our Sedona trip inspired a new postcard tradition! Last week, my husband and I took a much-needed trip to Sedona, AZ. It’s one of my favorite places in the world, and I was thrilled to bring him back for more than one night, finally. This time, he got to really experience Sedona and its…
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What I Found When I Unplugged
How a social media detox has increased my happiness and confidence. Like it or not, social media is a massive part of today’s world. Even if you’re not actively on social media, you’re still influenced by it. Between mainstream media, the news, and the people around you, its impact is unavoidable. But that doesn’t mean…
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Choosing Yourself Before a Relationship: Self-Love Lessons from ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’
What a teen love triangle got me thinking about real-life love. I never thought that I’d be so emotionally invested in a teenage love triangle, but here I am. Every Wednesday, you can find me on the couch, snacks in hand, and wondering which Fisher boy Belly will end up with. We all love a…
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