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DAY 4: Stalk the Success — How to Study Your Niche Like You’re Hunting It
Research like a creep. Execute like a queen. Obsess like your dream depends on it—because it does. She wasn’t overwhelmed. She was focused. She wasn’t guessing. She was gathering intel. And every time someone scrolled past her quietly curated obsession? She smiled. Because she knew she’d already out-planned them. Let’s be clear:Success doesn’t come to…
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Self-Care Sunday: What It Really Is (and Isn’t)
When you hear “self-care,” what comes to mind? For many of us, images of candlelit baths, luxurious spa treatments, and expensive beauty products flood our social media feeds. And while there’s absolutely nothing wrong with winding down in a bubble bath or investing in products that bring you joy, that doesn’t paint the full picture…
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Taking It Slow: Sustainable Suburban and Urban Gardening
Imagine stepping out into your backyard, not to mow a manicured lawn, but to pick fresh berries, herbs, and vegetables. You see trees bearing fruit, flowers attracting butterflies, and maybe even your kids helping out by watering the garden. It’s a quiet morning, and in this little pocket of the world, everything feels connected. Sounds…
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Authentic Self-Care Roadmap
If you haven’t read my last post regarding self-care in an influencer culture, please go back and read it first. Starting a genuine self-care journey that isn’t rooted in consumerism can feel refreshing but may take a shift in mindset. Here’s a simple roadmap to begin, with steps that focus on mindfulness, intentionality, and slow…
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Slow-Living in an influencer culture
The commercialization of self-care, especially in social media, often pushes a distorted view that equates self-care with consumerism. Influencers frequently showcase self-care routines that are centered around expensive products, lavish experiences, or aesthetically pleasing but costly purchases. While these might feel luxurious or comforting, this perspective overlooks the true essence of self-care, which isn’t about…
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Redefining Self-Care: What It Really Means for People with Chronic Illness
Self-care is everywhere these days. Scroll through social media, and you’ll see influencers lounging in bubble baths, showing off pricey skincare routines, or completing intense fitness regimens. But for those of us living with chronic illness, self-care looks much different. It’s not about luxury or indulgence—it’s about survival, comfort, and creating an environment where we…
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Slow Living Meets Preparedness: How to Stay Calm in Financial and Disaster Emergencies
Slow living is about intentionality, simplifying your life, and making mindful choices. But how can this lifestyle fit with the fast-paced demands of financial emergencies or disaster prep? It may seem contradictory, but by applying slow living principles, you can prepare yourself for life’s uncertainties without the overwhelm. Let’s explore how to merge these two…
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Slow Living in the Wake of Hurricane Helene: Compassionate Preparedness for the Future
Slow Living in the Wake of Hurricane Helene: Compassionate Preparedness for the Future As we reflect on the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, we are reminded of the profound importance of disaster preparedness. This year, as we close out National Disaster Preparedness Month, it’s crucial to acknowledge the strength and resilience of the communities affected…
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Slow Morning Routine
When you’ve been working for the weekend it can be easy to get stressed and forget to take care of yourself. Instead of just Self-Care on the weekend, try incorporating slow living into your daily routine to keep yourself from becoming exhausted. Here’s a slow-living morning routine that feels calm and peaceful: The idea is…
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GOAT-Greatest of ALL Time
You know, watching goats can teach us a lot about slowing down and living simply. I mean, they just get how to live life in a way that’s more in tune with nature and themselves. It’s kind of funny how much we can learn from them! First off, goats are super chill about eating. They…
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How to Avoid Burnout as a Reseller (And What to Do If You’re Already Burned Out)
We all know the hustle of reselling. You’re constantly on the lookout for great finds, flipping them for a profit, and then reinvesting that money back into your business so it can grow. But the non-stop cycle can be exhausting, right? Long hours, endless to-do lists, and before you know it—burnout hits. Whether you’re trying…
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Roots of Life
We are as trees, life’s breath in our veins,Rooted deep in the soil of the divine,Connected to the Creator, where spirit reigns,Nourished by the earth’s sacred design.Our roots stretch down, anchored and strong,In the unseen depths where mysteries lie,Drawing sustenance to right the wrong,And lift our branches towards the sky.Each branch, a hand outstretched in…
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