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Pain, the Everyday Teacher There have been many days when I envisioned a very productive day but hardly did anything because I wasn’t feeling well. Experiencing that repeatedly has been a constant reminder to be gentle and give myself lots of love and grace. Over time, it’s become a bit easier to accept that it’s […]
2023 Updates It’s Pain Awareness Month. Here’s an update on my pain journey. Recently, I’ve reflected on my first encounter with pain. It began during early childhood. I recall I could not lie or sleep on the floor without my lower back hurting unless I bent my knees. I never addressed it with a doctor. […]
Bouts of the blues have slowly crept into my life periodically. While experiencing moments of sadness hasn’t always been pleasant, I learned something new about myself and my situation each time I went through this funk. In the most recent juncture, I grasped these seven things that helped me overcome the tribulations. My Aha Moments… […]
In mid-November 2022, I graduated with a Culinary Arts and Operations diploma from Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. It was a satisfying accomplishment- something I did because I love learning and have a passion for cooking. I’ve enjoyed cooking since I was a teenager. Despite this passion, it never occurred to me to enroll […]
Social Work Month occurs every March, celebrating social work professionals. In addition, within the dedicated month, we acknowledge World Social Work Day on the 21st of March. I’m proud to be a licensed clinician. I enjoy helping people and making a difference in their lives. However, I’ll be honest, being a social worker can be […]
Valentine’s Day Greetings Valentine’s Day is this week, and I want to send LOVE to everyone! This is one of my favorite holidays, in addition to Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Love in ALL Ways Love is a glorious and triumphant feeling to experience and receive. Love comes in all forms and guises and is […]
January, We Out! Goodbye! Happy February and #WellnessWednesday! The first month of 2023 is through. The month had its moments of quickness and stagnancy. I hope January treated everyone well and that the year was a beautiful start. Ongoing Discovery January was a whirlwind. I learned more about myself and how I handle positive and […]
Bunnies in the Lunar New Year Hoppy Year of the Rabbit! Get it? I’m overjoyed and excited about what this year will bring to my fellow rabbits, including me. It’s going to be a stellar year, Bunnies! Let this year be filled with peace, good fortune, success, joy, contentment, and love. Seven Rabbit Year Facts […]
2022 Recap Twenty-twenty-two is coming to a close in several hours. The year went by swiftly, yet there were moments of steadiness. Nevertheless, it was a good balance. I hope 2022 was an excellent year for you… A lot has happened this year. I’m proud to have recognized and experienced many milestones, growth, revelations, and […]
The Time Has Come Happy Wellness Wednesday! After over two years of uncertainty, apprehension, and extra vigilance, I contracted COVID this year. Reflections During Isolation During quarantine, I pondered why things happen to us, especially when they’re despondent. Despite not understanding everything about the mysteries of life, I accept that everything happens for a reason. […]
