Love languages have garnered a great deal of popularity in recent years because people are starting to realize that the way that they love and show love may not be the same way that their partner wants to be loved or shown love. It is extremely important to learn your love language together to live a more harmonious and happy…
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Give Back This Holiday Season
Everyone is posting gift guides for this holiday season (myself included, so no shade!), but we can’t forget that there are many families that are struggling now more than ever. This pandemic has cost families their jobs, homes, and even worse, their loved ones. So in the true spirit of Christmas and giving back, I want to highlight a few…
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Best Fall Nail Polish Colors for 2020
Teal Dreams OPI Drama at La Scala– $13.00 Caramel Latte Essie Expressie Quick-Dry Nail Polish Cold Brew Crew– $9.00 Pretty in Pink Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour 167 Ballerina– $28.00 Hot Cocoa Marc Jacobs Beauty 152! Bark- Tree Bark Brown– $12.00 Sandstorm Dior Vernis Nail Lacquer 403 Palais Royal– $28.00 Purple Love Sundays No. 23 Magenta Haze– $18.00 Burgundy Wine…
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Activities to Help Decrease Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Meditate. Anxiety is often caused by fear of the future, of the unknown. Meditation can be useful to help with anxiety because it makes us focus on the present moment. Pray. If you are already religious, or want to build a better relationship with God, this is a great time to do it. Psalm 32:6-7 (NIV) Diffuse essential oils. Lavender…
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Amazon Prime Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
For all of you procrastinators out there, I know some of you still haven’t even thought about what you’re getting your significant other, much less actually purchased something. But have no fear, because I’m here to save your [Valentine’s] day. Since everyone has Amazon Prime nowadays, or has someone’s account password, I’ve rounded up a few last minute items to…
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2020 New Year’s Resolutions
Grandiose New Year’s Resolutions never seem to work. Trying to completely change your lifestyle essentially sets you up for disappointment in yourself and ultimately, failure. We tend to be so hard on ourselves for not following through with our resolutions, but we don’t stop to think that the resolutions were unrealistic from the start. Making small changes or steps forward…
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My 10 Favorite LUSH Products
I have always been a huge proponent of ethical and clean beauty products with fresh and natural ingredients. I started using LUSH products when I was in middle school, back when you could only buy the products online in the United States (the company is an English brand). Now, LUSH has opened over 230 stores in North America alone. It…
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Top 5 Dairy-Free Milk Alternatives
Cow’s milk has been a dietary staple for many individuals. Due to personal preference, dietary restrictions, allergies or intolerances, many people choose not to consume cow’s milk. Luckily in recent years, there have been many more non-dairy milk options. Below are the five most common dairy-free milks (which I ranked from my least favorite to personal favorite). 5. Soy Milk…
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How to Find the Right Therapist for YOU
A struggle that many people face after they realize they would like to start going to therapy is how to find the right therapist for them. The mental health field is full of various professionals, but finding the right one that fits all of your needs is crucial to your mental health journey. There are four key components to finding…
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Superfood of the Week: Dark Chocolate
Many people love chocolate for its delicious taste, and then beat themselves up after eating it. But depending on the type of chocolate, it can have health benefits. Dark chocolate is considered a superfood due to the health benefits it provides. Chocolate can be both a dessert and a healthy snack if you choose wisely! Dark chocolate is full of…
