Category Archives: Reflections
only what you need
Buying only what you need instead of what you want can be a hard rule to follow. It’s OK to indulge in what you desire now and then, but the key is to be intentional. If you are unsure whether … Continue reading
Appreciate your body
Appreciate your body for what it does for you rather than how it looks. It will shock no one when I say that we are an appearance-focused society. But trying to constantly control your appearance keeps you at war with your … Continue reading
Look at the “big picture” of health
When you’ve set goals to “get healthy,” have they tended to focus on making changes to your diet and exercising more? Health does not exclusively hinge on diet and exercise. Of course, eating a variety of nutritious foods and moving your … Continue reading
Truly caring for your body looks like…
Saying no without apology. Feeding yourself before you’re starving. Crying when you need to. Sleeping when you’re tired. Feeling without fixing. Touching your skin like it belongs to you. Turning down the volume of the world. Turning up the volume … Continue reading
Notice your patterns
Take an honest look at the people you consistently entertain in both friendships and romantic relationships. Do they reflect the love, care, and respect you desire? Do they align with your values? Do they increase or decrease the quality of … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 