Purpose. Meaning. Motivation. Happiness. These words must be something that YouTube uses in their algorithm to get me to watch their videos on a daily basis. Today’s video had a catchy title, “How to UnF*ck Your Life” by James Smith. Before you click to watch his video, please be aware that this is more of … More You Can Live a Life of Happiness Without Pleasure
Today I did something that I normally don’t do–I asked for help. I was struggling today during work. When it got to about lunchtime, I couldn’t decide what I should eat. I had leftovers but I didn’t like them originally. I didn’t want to make anything else. Should I order takeout? Doordash is so expensive. … More Action is the Antidote for Anxiety
While doom scrolling on Instagram (my kind of doom scrolling–with pictures!) I came across a picture with written words… “The next three months are the pre-game for 2024. Build your foundation now, Queen. Remove all distractions and negativity. Just focus on yourself.” Now that I’ve had a few days to digest these words, the one … More Pre-game for 2024
Jon Kabat-Zinn, creator of the ‘Stress Reduction Clinic’ and among other fantastic things, defines mindfulness with 9 different attitudes: Non-judging, Acceptance, Patience, Beginner’s Mind, Trust, Non-striving, Letting go, Gratitude, and Generosity. For several years, I have seen countless YouTube videos about how important it is to practice gratitude in the mornings. I don’t think I … More Mindful about Mindfulness; Having Gratitude
For the last few weeks, I’ve desperately wanted to write a blog here. June 2023 has been unforgiving for me and I’m having some trouble processing moving forward or at least deciding on some next steps. This is a forewarning if speaking about the passing of someone close to you makes you feel uncomfortable. … More Time is a construct, but it can still heal
Sometimes I have good ideas. Other times, I’m just an idiot. My friend Jennifer is a health coach (check out her fancy website here: jennifernarula.com) and I thought: “Hey.. why don’t I join her health group for the month of March? Support her new job thingy” “GREAT IDEA KAT. Maybe we’ll shed a pound or … More Gettin’ Fitness’d
Boy oh boy have I been busy. NO EXCUSES KAT! Let’s play catch up, shall we? I am done with jury duty. Not sure if I can really talk about it on the Interwebs, but let’s just say I learned a lot about the spine! Met some very fun people doing my civic duty (hehe … More Monday Fun…Day? DST Blues
Hakuna Matata… No Worries! … More Weekend Woes
What’s up folks! I can’t believe I thought starting a blog on a Friday night would be a good idea (laughter) but here I am! I’m not sure if I’ll be doing any real blogging, but you never know! Guess while I’m here I’m give an update on my life atm! I’m going to try … More Blog-tastic?
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