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my mantra is “it was a good chapter, but it isn’t the entire story.” That helps me focus on the good parts of the relationship, find some lessons from it and remember that my story isn’t over. It also keeps me in a positive mindset and not look at the other person with hate. Definitely… Read More

buy mesh laundry bags! it makes it so much easier to keep track of socks and underwear, and I put things that I need to air dry in them so its easy to find when switching to the dryer.

I learned that I’m truly content with my own company. I thought I was always forcing myself to be happy alone because its what I had to be in order to have successful relationships. The whole “you have to love yourself before someone else can love you” concept. Quarantine has taught… Read More

I’m sure a lot of people will say FaceTiming with friends and family, which is awesome but I’ve also found it to be really helpful setting boundaries with it. I noticed in the beginning that because I live alone everyone thought they could call me at their convenience because I was… Read More

being furloughed has made me feel like I have no purpose when I get up. It was hard motivating myself when I am so used to working a ten hour day with a strict routine. Then I realized, this is a huge break for my mental health. I allow myself to do what I want when I want to without… Read More

I always set a timer with Alexa when I’m getting ready. I try to pick a time that would be ideal for me to leave, but that wouldn’t make me late if I took an extra five minutes. For example, I’ll set a 20 minute timer when I start to get dressed for work. Even if I’m not ready at… Read More

I decided to let it go and chalk it up to she was nervous to come to a party alone where she didn’t really know anyone. I can relate to that social anxiety. I did give her another chance a few months later when another co worker suggested we get a group to go out for dinner/drinks… Read More

I host a holiday onesie party every year. I take care of alcohol, appetizers, and a small gift for everyone invited. I plan and budget for this for MONTHS. I invited this new girl from work who didn’t have a lot of friends and she happily accepted. Even though I explained multiple… Read More

After we broke up he forgot that I had his spare key to his car so whenever he was at work I would move his car somewhere else.

Instead of an object, I try to get an experience. I’ve gotten spa treatments, reservations for a new restaurant, tickets to a show or a game. Things I know that make memories for someone. I haven’t had a complaint yet! :)