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Effective Ways to Relieve Stress During the Holidays, From Work to Finances

November 23, 2023 · In: Self-Care, Wellness

Effective Ways to Relieve Stress During the Holidays, From Work to Finances

The holidays are supposed to be the merriest time of the year. However, while there is much to celebrate, not everyone gets excited about gift swapping, decorating, and cooking big meals. In fact, many people experience heightened stress as they inch closer to Christmas and New Year's. Relieving ...

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The Science of Circadian Rhythms How to Sync Your Body Clock with the Natural World

November 21, 2023 · In: Self-Care, Wellness

The Science of Circadian Rhythms: How to Sync Your Body Clock with the Natural World

Life is busy, demanding, and full of distractions. This can make committing to a regular sleep schedule a surprisingly difficult task.  However, things change when you understand the science of the circadian rhythm. This natural, earth-aligned approach to rest and wakefulness provides a ...

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10 Habits That Make Household Chores Easier to Manage

November 16, 2023 · In: Habits & Routines, Mindful Home

10 Habits That Make Household Chores Easier to Manage

Keeping a household running smoothly involves what might feel like endless tasks, from daily chores to occasional maintenance and repairs. While the thought of managing these responsibilities on top of the chaos of everyday life might seem daunting, with the right habits and strategies in place, ...

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The Connection Between Gut Health and Overall Wellness

November 14, 2023 · In: Wellness

The Connection Between Gut Health and Overall Wellness

While I was studying to become a Certified Wellness Coach, I was introduced to gut health. Most notably the gut-brain axis which is the connection between our digestive system and the brain. And I've been hooked on the topic ever since. I think it's pretty cool how what happens in your gut can ...

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How to Boost Your Mental Health When You Live Alone

November 7, 2023 · In: Self-Care, Wellness

How to Boost Your Mental Health When You Live Alone

Living alone means you have the freedom to chart your path and pursue your dreams. It’s an opportunity to live a life on your own terms. However, amidst the freedom, challenging feelings like loneliness, stress, anxiety, and depression can creep in. If debilitating feelings become constant ...

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Healthy Living on a Budget 8 Wallet-Friendly Lifestyle Changes That Make a Big Difference

November 3, 2023 · In: Fitness, Nutrition, Self-Care, Wellness

Healthy Living on a Budget: 10 Wallet-Friendly Lifestyle Changes That Make a Big Difference

One thing that keeps people from making healthier choices is the cost of doing so. Fresh organic produce and a gym membership cost a lot. Because people have too many expenses to worry about, they set aside nutrition and exercise. However, with the right strategies, making healthier choices within ...

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Fall Wellness Essentials to Keep You Happy and Healthy All Season

November 1, 2023 · In: Wellness

Fall Wellness Essentials to Keep You Happy and Healthy All Season

There's no better time to reintroduce positive changes into your life than a new season. Fall signifies a fresh start — a period of vibrant foliage, pumpkin spice lattes, and sweater weather. As it's in full swing, you may find your lost motivation to restart your health goals.  Here are ...

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8 Ways Cortisol And Endorphins Affect Your Mental Health

October 30, 2023 · In: Self-Care, Wellness

8 Ways Cortisol and Endorphins Affect Your Mental Health

While circumstances play a significant role in our mental health, our biology does too. Our bodies and brains can help us to feel good and enjoy a better sense of well-being.  Cortisol and endorphins are two of our body’s key mental health regulators, and they’re the driving force behind how ...

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Mindful Consumerism 6 Ways to Shop with the Earth in Mind

October 27, 2023 · In: Lifestyle, Mindful Home, Mindfulness

Mindful Consumerism: 6 Ways to Shop with the Earth in Mind

Giving back to the planet is one of the most meaningful ways to feel empowered. While individual responsibility is not the sole answer to environmental healing, everyone must participate in mindful consumerism to reduce waste and hold companies accountable. Learn more about reducing your carbon ...

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5 Ways to Keep SAD From Interfering With Your Goals

October 25, 2023 · In: Self-Care, Wellness

5 Ways to Keep SAD from Interfering With Your Goals

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) impacts people of all ages, genders, and dispositions. It causes mental and physical symptoms that can make it hard to function. Here’s what to know about SAD and five ways to keep it from interfering with your goals.  What Is SAD? Around 5% of American ...

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Healthier Giant Single-Serve Chocolate Chip Cookie Healthier Giant Single-Serve Chocolate Chip Cookie 🍪

Gluten-free, dairy-free, and actually so good.

This is one of those easy recipes for when you want something sweet but don’t want to make a whole batch of cookies.

Ingredients:
• ¼ cup almond flour
• 3 tbsp almond butter
• 1 tsp ground flaxseed
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Chocolate chunks or chips
• Flaky sea salt, optional

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, mix all ingredients until a thick dough forms.
3. Place on the baking sheet and gently flatten into a thick cookie shape.
4. Press extra chocolate on top.
5. Bake for about 15 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is still soft.
6. Let it cool for a few minutes so it firms up.
7. Top with flaky sea salt if using.

Save this for the next time you want a healthier sweet treat 🤍

#chocolatechipcookie #easyhealthyrecipes #healthytreats
nap time aka trying to get as much done as possibl nap time aka trying to get as much done as possible ☕️ @javvycoffee 

#enjoyjavvy #icedcoffeelover #momlifebelike
Peace really is the luxury. 🌊🤍 Peace really is the luxury. 🌊🤍
Target grocery staples for busy weeks 🎯 Because s Target grocery staples for busy weeks 🎯

Because sometimes we just need easy options on hand lol.

#targetfinds #targethaul #figpartner @foodisgoodco
As a mom to a 2-year-old, my meals definitely don’ As a mom to a 2-year-old, my meals definitely don’t always look like this lol.

But I do try to come back to anti-inflammatory focused meals when I can because I notice such a difference in how I feel — my energy, digestion, and overall mood.

Save this for realistic anti-inflammatory meal ideas 🤍

#wieiad #antiinflammatorydiet #whatieatinadayrealistic #fulldayofeats
Lately Target has been one of my favorite places t Lately Target has been one of my favorite places to find anti-inflammatory friendly and healthy snacks 🎯

#targetfinds #healthysnacks #targethaul #figpartner

@foodisgoodco @target @barnana @sietefoods @larabar @solelyfruit
A simple snack plate I’ve been making on repeat. C A simple snack plate I’ve been making on repeat. CAVA hummus, every body eat chia crackers, carrots, apples, Super Seedz pumpkin seeds, blueberries. 

Simple ingredients, feels good to eat. 

Save this for your next snack. 

#healthysnackideas #snackplate #antiinflammatory #antiinflammatorydiet #figpartner 

@foodisgoodco @cava @everybody_eating @superseedzofficial
Which of these do you actually do? Be honest. No Which of these do you actually do? Be honest.

No one talks about what self-care actually looks like as a SAHM + content creator. This is what helps me stay consistent with my wellness (and honestly, my sanity).

You don’t need hours. Just small moments that support your energy.

#momwellness #realisticselfcare #antiinflammatorylifestyle #momcontentcreator #nervoussystemregulation
healthy frozen foods at Whole Foods 💚 I checked o healthy frozen foods at Whole Foods 💚

I checked one of the veggie burgers in the fig app because freezer foods are one of those categories where I like to look a little closer at the ingredients.

save this for your next Whole Foods freezer run 🛒

#wholefoodsfinds #frozenfoods #figpartner 

@foodisgoodco @blendtopia @pitayafoods @amylufoods @actualveggies @jesseandbens @alecsicecream
Save this for easy anti-inflammatory breakfast ide Save this for easy anti-inflammatory breakfast ideas 🤍
better-for-you sweet treats I found at Whole Foods better-for-you sweet treats I found at Whole Foods 🍫

which one would you try?

#wholefoodsfinds #healthysweets #figpartner 

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Almond Turmeric Energy Bites 🧡 An easy no-bake sn Almond Turmeric Energy Bites 🧡

An easy no-bake snack I like to keep on hand when I want something sweet, cozy, and a little more nourishing.

The turmeric + cinnamon give these such a warm flavor, and the almond butter helps make them more satisfying. Perfect for a quick snack, afternoon bite, or something to grab when you want a little sweet treat.

✨ Save this recipe for later.

Ingredients:
• 1 cup rolled oats
• ½ cup almond butter
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• pinch of black pepper
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients until fully combined.
- Roll into bite-sized balls and chill for about 30 minutes to set.

Makes about 12 energy bites.

#antiinflammatorydiet #healthysnackideas #energyballs
early morning Whole Foods run turned into finding early morning Whole Foods run turned into finding a bunch of things I want to try 👀

this is why I can’t do a quick Whole Foods trip lol

#wholefoodsfinds #groceryfinds #healthygroceries #figpartner 

@foodisgoodco @wholefoods @tachepistachiomilk @motherraw @thecoconutcult @amylufoods @simplemills @alecsicecream
This is the anti-inflammatory grocery guide I wish This is the anti-inflammatory grocery guide I wish I had when I was first getting started.

There’s so much information online that it can feel overwhelming, but focusing on a few simple food groups made the biggest difference for me.

Start with protein, add plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables, choose supportive fats, and keep an eye on ingredients in packaged foods.

You don’t have to do everything perfectly to make progress 🤍
Save for your next grocery trip 🌿

#antiinflammatory #antiinflammatorydiet #inflammationrelief
Sprouts finds I’d add to my cart 🌿 The roti caugh Sprouts finds I’d add to my cart 🌿

The roti caught my eye immediately because I’m from the Caribbean, so of course I had to check it out lol.

save this for your next grocery trip 🛒

#sproutsfarmersmarket #groceryfinds #antiinflammatory #antiinflammatorydiet #figpartner

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I’ve been loving these cookie dough stuffed dates I’ve been loving these cookie dough stuffed dates lately 🤍

They’re sweet, easy to make, and such a good little treat when you want something that feels like dessert but still has simple ingredients.

All you need:
medjool dates
½ cup almond flour
1 tbsp almond butter
1 tbsp maple syrup
½ tsp vanilla extract
pinch of salt
2 tbsp chocolate chips

Mix the almond flour, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until a dough forms. Stir in chocolate chips, stuff into the dates, then add a few extra chocolate chips on top.

Save this for your next easy sweet treat idea ✨

#stuffeddates #snackideas #cookiedough #easyrecipesathome
realistic what I eat in a day 🤍 anti-inflammatory realistic what I eat in a day 🤍

anti-inflammatory focused, but still simple and realistic because I’m not trying to overcomplicate food.

coffee + collagen
yogurt bowl
smoothie + wellness shot from @juiceland 
turkey veggie bowl with turmeric dressing
dates + peppermint tea
@honestmarys garlic pepper chimichurri bowl for dinner

just focusing on protein, fiber, healthy fats, colorful foods, and meals that help me feel good.

#whatieatinaday #antiinflammatory #antiinflammatorydiet #healthymealideas #figpartner @foodisgoodco @cocojune_organic
Things that actually helped my inflammation weren’ Things that actually helped my inflammation weren’t the extreme wellness trends.

It was honestly the small, boring things I could keep doing consistently.

Walking more.
Prioritizing sleep.
Eating more balanced meals.
Paying more attention to ingredients.
And letting go of the all-or-nothing mindset.

Just simple habits that actually started helping me feel better over time 🤍

follow for more realistic wellness + anti-inflammatory living

#inflammationrelief #antiinflammatorylifestyle #holistichealingjourney
Sometimes the next step isn’t a new goal, a new ro Sometimes the next step isn’t a new goal, a new routine, or a perfectly planned-out path.

Sometimes it’s simply taking care of yourself.

One nourishing meal.
One walk.
One early bedtime.
One healthy habit at a time.

The healthiest, happiest, most grounded version of you is built through the little things you do every day. 🤍

What’s one thing you’re doing for yourself this week?

#wellnesslifestyle #healthyhabitsforlife #focusonyou

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