Teen Mentality

Xbox vs. Chores Photo Credit: Erik Mclean It’s amazing how a person can be a high-speed strategist on an Xbox but struggle with simple house chores. This contrast highlights my main question: why can someone excel in one area and freeze in another, and what does it reveal about how our minds work? My son is nineteen,... Continue Reading →

Expatriate or Immigrant

Two people can cross borders for the same reason, but walk into completely different identities. One is called an expatriate; the other, an immigrant. It’s the same action, but a different story is assigned. I’ve been thinking about what these words are quietly doing; how they position us before we’ve even spoken, and what happens when you have to start over, proving what you already know.

My Inner Critic. The Lion Within

One of my close friends asked me a question a few weeks ago. We were chatting on the phone, talking about her trip to the zoo with her kids. She mentioned how she'll never go near or take her kids to the part of the zoo that has lions. Long story short, she asked me... Continue Reading →

Stop Making These 4 Mistakes While Grocery Shopping!

Mistake 1 Shopping while hungry. Going grocery shopping on an empty stomach is a major no-no. What happens? Well, you're more likely to head down looking for treats, and you'll be reaching for cookies and cakes. When going to the store, be sure to eat something before heading out, or grab a quick snack such... Continue Reading →

Self-Care Is Not A Luxury. And It’s Not Selfish.

There’s more to living a healthy lifestyle than just eating healthy and keeping active. Holistic wellness starts with accepting and acknowledging that we're fully responsible for our overall wellness: emotional, mental, physical, spiritual and social health. This is self-care, and it’s just as important as nutrition and exercise. Some would say it’s more important. Self-care... Continue Reading →

Oat & Rice Blueberry Bread

Let's talk bread! If you're on a low carb diet and missing your bread, then you'll be glad of this little delight. I know, I know, it looks like a real treat, but I promise you, there's no badness, just pure deliciousness! Here's what you need 👇🏾 100g Oat Flour 68g Rice Flour 224g Egg... Continue Reading →

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