There’s a saying my son repeats with certainty every week at story time: Be the tide that lifts all boats. Be the lighthouse in the storm. Be the candle in the darkness. And most important of all, BE YOU. It always amazes me how effortlessly he recites it. And honestly? It sticks with me, too. […]
Press Pause: Small Moments that Make a Big Difference
I often find myself replying to a text from a friend starting with, “I don’t know where the day went…” and honestly, I feel like that happens a lot. One minute, I’m up before 5 AM to squeeze in a workout, and the next thing I know, it’s mid-afternoon, and I’m finally getting around to […]
Surfing the Chaos: Self-regulation in Stressful Times
If you’ve turned on the news, scrolled through your phone, or simply live in the U.S., you know things are … a bit chaotic right now. Living in the D.C. area, I see firsthand how many people are directly affected by the whirlwind of executive orders and policy shifts rolling out. Immigration changes, government jobs […]
Staying Grounded in Uncertain Times
It’s the day after another Presidential Inauguration—phew, here we go again! Yesterday marked a significant moment in history, as it always does, and today, the world keeps turning. While leading my crew at Burn Boot Camp through a grueling three-minute wall sit (sorry, not sorry!), I lightened the mood with some Presidential Inaugural Trivia. Did […]
Phases of Strength: A Fitness Journey Fueled by Passion and Perseverance
Because of all our snow days this week, I did a few home workouts while things were still shut down. I even recorded one and posted it online. Not exactly my forte, but as a trainer, I felt like I should. Instagram reels and I are still getting acquainted—technology and I are on a first-name […]
Let It Snow, Let It Slow: Finding Joy in a Winter Pause
Here in Northern Virginia, we just had our first real snow day of the season. And if you live around here, you know that predicting snowfall is basically like shaking a Magic 8-Ball—“Signs point to yes,” but also, “Ask again later.” Sometimes we get buried, sometimes it’s a light dusting, and sometimes everything shuts down […]
One Step at a Time: Embracing Simplicity in the New Year
As the year winds down and the calendar teeters on the edge of a fresh start, I find myself in that reflective space—a cozy nook in my brain where I evaluate the past year, dream about the next one, and maybe cringe at a couple of choices along the way. Goals? Sure, I’ve got a […]
Taming the December Whirlwind: Small Steps to Big Wins
Boy, has it been a crazy two weeks. I know most of y’all can relate. This time of year has a special way of sneaking up on us, no matter how much we plan or how many reminders we set. December chaos? Nailed it. My calendar recently decided to play a fun game called “How […]
Thanksgiving Kickoff: Setting the tone for the Holidays
It’s that time of year again—the season of gathering with loved ones, festive meals, and traditions that bring both joy and a bit of chaos. Getting together with loved ones can feel heartwarming, but it often comes with its own set of challenges. Managing multiple households and schedules takes planning, patience, and sometimes a referee […]
From Cabinet picks to toddler picks: My daily lesson in surrender
It’s been a minute since my last blog post—the day before the Presidential Election, to be exact. And, well, we all know how that turned out. Surprised? Not really. Disappointed? Definitely. Watching the cabinet picks roll in? Equal parts appalled and bemused. But I’ll leave it there because this blog is about finding calm amidst […]