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5 Ways to Build Resilience and Conquer Adversity

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Build your armour against the mean girls.              Alright, ladies, let’s talk resilience. Life is tough, and sometimes we just need to roll up our sleeves (or, let’s be real, put on our comfiest sweatshirt) and face the chaos head-on. Whether it’s juggling career, raising kids, or dealing with your never ending to-do list, life throws curveballs at us all the time. But the good news? Resilience is like a muscle - it can be flexed, toned, and glamorously accessorized with grit. Here’s your guide to becoming the strong, unstoppable queen that you know you are. 1. Care About Something Bigger Than Your Bubble Here’s the thing - focusing solely on ourselves can lead to an endless spiral of overthinking. Trust me, it’s a ride you don’t want to be stuck on. But when you step outside your own worries and start caring about someone or something else - whether it’s a cause, a community, or your bestie’s new business idea - you unlock a hidden superpowe...

10 Questions to Help Find Your Life Purpose

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Because we ALL need to find our way.              One day (a looong time ago), my friend Katie and I were lounging on the worn leather couches in the lobby of our university campus, sipping coffee and dodging our midterm study sessions. (We were basically getting the full college experience). With her mouth full, and half eaten croissant in her hand, she turned to me, wide-eyed, and said, “I think I want to drop out and become a photographer.” Now, if you knew Katie, you’d understand just how WILD this sounded. She was studying finance, interning at a bank, and basically prepping for the big corporate climb. But sitting there, croissant crumbs on her face, staring at the posters of past alumni who’d "made it," she suddenly realized that she’d spent her entire life chasing something she didn’t even really want. And, well, it shook me up too. Could I say with 100% certainty what I wanted? We stayed on those couches for hours that afternoon, throwing ...

10 Types of Journals: The Ultimate Gift Guide for Journal Lovers

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Even for the most difficult person on your list!              TEN different types of journals?? Really?! Actually if we're being perfectly honest, there's waaayyy more than just 10 types of journals, but let's begin with the classic 10. Since there is no "one correct way" to journal, there are a lot of different types of journals that have developed to fill these niches - whether you’re aiming for self-discovery, stress relief, goal-setting, or creative expression, or trying to find the perfect journal to gift to your loved one, there’s a type of journal tailored to your specific requirements. Understanding the different types of journals available, knowing when to use each AND understanding the profile of the person who would use it can help you navigate your decision. With the holidays right around the corner, let's explore the different types of journals and who would gleefully thank you for it! 1. Blank or Bullet Journal Overview: Blank or bull...