Category Archives: Wellness

 If you’re anything like me—someone who would never skip dessert, has a serious sweet tooth, but also loves to stay mindful about what goes into their body—then you’re going to love this rich, delicious, and nutrient-dense chocolate cake recipe! 

 Before I dive into this, I know being able to slow down and take moments for ourselves is a luxury for many, those really busy stay at home mommas, the working moms, the childfree but working girlies that have long to-do list. But I believe everyone deserves to take care of themselves in order to be able to continue doing what they love, whatever that may be. Wellness isn’t about waking up at 5 a.m. to chug green juice and crush a 90-minute workout anymore (unless that’s your vibe). The new wellness is softer, slower, and deeply personal.

 Now days, we’re constantly exposed to artificial light, especially blue light from screens and LED bulbs. While blue light has its place during the day, too much of it—especially at night—can disrupt our sleep and overall health. That’s where red light therapy and red lens glasses come in, I believe they go hand in hand for our overall wellness!

What is cortisol?

Cortisol is your body’s main stress hormone. It helps regulate energy, blood pressure, and your response to stress. While it’s essential for survival, too much cortisol over time can lead to fatigue, anxiety, and other health issues. Some people may wonder why they are having trouble sleeping or why are all these new aches and pains showing up, some woman may be struggling with hormone imbalances and irregular periods and without you even knowing it, high cortisol levels may be playing a big role here.

Ever since I was a little girl, I've been told, I took sleeping very seriously. I always hear stories my parents tell about how easy of a baby I was because I was always sleeping. Haha! Anyway, that is beside the point. As I grew older I really did not struggle much until recently. As I'm approaching my thirties, I find myself struggling from time to time and noticed how this was impacting my day to day life. I thought maybe this could be normal because of how life happens sometimes and all the things it brings with it like anxieties and stress. I was wrong! It is indeed not normal. I was determined to change that. I set some goals and new routines that truly helped me and I think they could help you!

As I grew older and started creating this life of mine, I learned I just wanted one thing, and that was a happy peaceful life. Don't we all? I've come to realize many things throughout this time, and I can now proudly say I'm living it! I want to share with you five habits that I believe have helped me develop a mindful and intentional living.

It is almost Summer! Sun is out, a warm breeze hugs your skin and it is the perfect time to show your hormones some love. I remember when I was young, all through out my teen years, I underestimated the beauty of the sun hitting my bedroom window and the benefits of going outside for walks. Oh how I wish I knew how much my body needed it. I suffered of severe anxiety, stress and mood swings for years.  My hormones were completely unbalanced and I know a lot of things contributed to this. It took me a while to learn how to balance them correctly and find out what really works.

There are days where we are just not having it! We've all been there once or twice and let's be real, it is impossible to always feel our best so here are some major, crucial and key ingredients to make those days a little better or minimize those types of emotions drastically. For the past year I've been practicing and prioritizing these tips and tricks and believe me when I say they work! I have significantly noticed changes in my mood, energy and my anxieties have lessened so much. I truly believe I am genuinely happier and much more at peace with my emotions now!