Category: The Sanctuary
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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…
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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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The Airport Ritual I Secretly Love: A Mindful Travel Tip
The small moment that allows me to slow down when traveling. If there is one universal experience in life, it is feeling the familiar dread of the airport. Even if you’re the most seasoned traveler and love to visit new places, travel is a lot. The long lines, chaos, crowds, and stress can get to…
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The Feminine Energy Reset That Changed My Relationship with Myself
How I got back to being, not just doing. Life nowadays can feel like you’re constantly running on a treadmill – which is where this feminine energy reset comes in. At home, work, and on social media, it seems like there is always pressure to “do more.” To achieve more and be “on” all the…
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The Trip I Still Think About: Solo Trip to Santorini
Discover why my solo trip to Santorini, Greece was the unforgettable escape that helped me reconnect with myself. A story of healing, beauty, and bold choices.
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Building Confidence Through Mindful Morning Routines
Let’s take a poll – how many times while scrolling social media do you see someone sharing their “perfect” morning routine? Now, of those times, how many times do you feel bad about yourself for not having an equally Pinterest-worthy, productivity-packed, and, let’s be honest, completely unrealistic morning routine of your own, instead of having…
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Softness is not a Weakness
There’s a version of me I thought was “better.” She was always “on.” Hyper-independent. Her days were filled with working full time, in grad school full time, and doing various online courses, just because. Always in control, and sometimes a little bit intimidating. She would often outperform anyone at work, and she didn’t let anyone…
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My 5-Minute Makeup Routine
In light of my goal to switch to more clean beauty and skincare, as well as the fact that it is about to start heating up, I have decided to start wearing less makeup. I’ve realized it’s not worth putting too much on daily. Then, when I do feel like putting a bit more on…
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A Day in the Life: Sample Food + Exercise Plan for Wedding Prep
I’m going to be 100% honest with you: As someone who has struggled with disordered eating and body image in the past and holds themselves to very high standards, it’s been hard for me not to fall victim to the “sweating for the wedding” mentality. Nevertheless, I am focusing on keeping my body, mind, and…
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My Morning + Evening Routines
I love routines. They help me start and end my day and overall help me feel more accomplished and productive. I’m sure you’ve also seen the “that girl” routines all over TikTok, and I am here to tell you that mine are not that. I believe in doing what feels good to you – so…