The Fig Bang

I bought a hat, but before I bought this hat; I had to get really clear about what it was that I was looking for in a hat. How having a clear picture of what you want applies to dating and relationships.

Ever wonder how people stay motivated? How discipline comes into the picture and how it relates to motivation.

Summer is here and so is my bawdy. This is the body the beach is getting. The very same one the rest of the year gets. 🙂

I chose to invest in myself recently because I’m worth it. Invest in yourself because you are worth it.

Self care goes beyond getting your nails done and taking baths. It is protecting your soul energy. Setting boundaries is self care, I share some of my personal self care habits.

The things that others do have absolutely nothing to do with us. Sometimes people do things that hurt others without the intention of hurting others, their only intention was to protect themselves. Assume everyone is just protecting themselves.

A doctor’s note forces me to be physically still and I am overcome by guilt. I remind myself my worth is not determined by my output. It is okay to be still.

A seemingly harmless compliment from a stranger prompts reflection on personal growth and racism that exists in society. Google: “Why exotic is problematic”

Cleaning out my closet prompts thoughts about clothes and the purpose they serve in my life. Letting go of things that no longer serve me creates space for things that do.

There are many things that prevent us from starting something, from “Crossing a starting line”. Fear of failing, feeling unworthy, or not starting something because we haven’t done things “perfectly”. Leaning into our fears and starting something that scares us is already a win. Celebrate crossing a starting line.

I set aside intentional time at the end of my day to pause and process the day’s happenings. Quick update on my pursuit to become a leader at my company.

A mundane interaction with a stranger at a fast food restaurant prompts my reflection on The Girlfriend Situation.

Join me on my car ride to my parents’. I reflect on my relationship with my parents and explain why I choose to give them empathy.

Returned to my hotel room after an enriching social interaction with my leadership and colleagues on a work trip. Asking higher quality questions allows for deeper and more meaningful interactions anywhere you go. You are your only advocate.

Today is the most special day. Yesterday is gone and tomorrow is not promised. Cherish the current phase in your life, it’s not going to last forever. Today is a special occasion.

This is the story of how I took my power back and changed my relationship with food.

Accept the opportunity of a challenge. Remain vulnerable. Give it your best. Reap the rewards. ✨

Detaching from people, events, and outcomes is a practice that contributes to standing firmly in yourself. When you are grounded and firm in you and your being, the outcome of situations really doesn’t matter.

Taking time for yourself is not selfish. Ensure that your cup is full first and then you can freely and fully overflow onto others.

Allow me to introduce this project.

Do you consume social media or does it consume you? Social media safety; something people don’t take seriously until something scary happens.

Fear can be paralyzing if we allow it to be. Learn to recognize what your behavioral defaults are when you are afraid. When you learn to recognize them, you can practice self compassion then find better strategies to emotionally regulate.

When we experience a “failure” it can be easy to feel that we are the failure. Instead, I invite you to pause and reflect on why this “failure” happened. Where could you have set yourself up for success better? Where could you have checked in with yourself better before starting something?

Growing pains are real. I’m feeling curious to know if this is what caterpillars feel when they are morphing into their ultimate form. I’m tired of playing small and it’s time to get out of my own way.

Thinking “no one really cares” or “why be a burden” are protective measures that no longer serve us and it is time to let them go. Opening up allows for the building of community. I invite you to open yourself up to receiving support today. That is a choice you have today.