Category: Personal Growth

  • Do It Wrong. The Fear of Mistakes Is Holding You Back

    Afraid of making mistakes? Discover why doing something imperfectly is better than doing nothing and how mistakes become your greatest teachers. The Worst Thing Theodore Roosevelt once said: “In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing… Read more

  • You Can Do Hard Things: The Power of Practicing Discomfort

    Learn how embracing challenges and discomfort can strengthen your character, deepen gratitude, and improve your life. You Can Do Hard Things! This is a phrase I often say at work and at school. I say it to children who are learning to do new and challenging things. I know for a fact that the things… Read more

  • Fear of Looking Dumb

    Moving to a new country taught me to stop fearing mistakes, ask questions freely, and care less about what others think. People Don’t Think About YOU! We depend a lot on the opinions of others. We are often self-conscious and try to look good in other people’s eyes. When I was younger, I worried much… Read more

  • The 80/20 Rule: Small Changes That Protects My Mental Health

    What small changes make the biggest difference in mental health? A thoughtful look at gratitude, simplicity, creativity, rest, and being present in everyday life. The 80/20 Rule The 80/20 rule, or Pareto Principle, states that roughly 80% of outcomes (results) come from 20% of causes (inputs). What 20% of effort creates 80% of the impact?… Read more

  • Why I Stopped Shopping for Fun

    What happens when you stop shopping for fun? A reflection on moderation, mindful spending, and rediscovering the joy of having less. Moderation In Good Things Depriving yourself of all kinds of good things keeps your appreciation for them fresh. Take any area of your life: food, shopping, rest, social media, or screen time. Moderation is… Read more

  • The Power Of Small Wins

    Small decisions made consistently can have a bigger impact than one dramatic life event. Here’s why tiny habits matter more than you think. The Role Of Unexpected Big Events There are different kinds of things that can impact our lives. There can be one big thing that happens, sometimes unexpectedly. It can be something good,… Read more

  • Choosing Timeless Over Trendy: Why I’m Shopping Less in 2026

    I’m getting off the hamster wheel of consumption that keeps me spending money and my precious time. When Shopping = Creativity I used to love shopping. There were times when I would go shopping every day. It didn’t mean that I bought something every day, but I would look around and consider buying something. I… Read more

  • Intentional Living Through Seasons of Change: Why I’m Choosing a No-Spend Month This Year

    From faith and fitness to budgeting and habits, a personal reflection on intentional living and lessons learned through life’s seasons. A Bit Of My History Over the years, I have achieved many goals that I set at the beginning of a new year. I have also experienced many failures for different reasons. But now I… Read more

  • Why Simple Days Bring Me Joy: The Beauty of a Quiet Routine

    Learn how small habits, slow living, and mindful routines help me stay grounded, reduce stress, and enjoy the beauty of ordinary days. Simple Habits That Reduce Stress There are some things in my daily routine that I need in order to reduce my stress. There are a few small habits I try to build into… Read more

  • Through a Child’s Eyes: The Serious Work of Play

    Discover what working with preschoolers taught me about imagination, focus, and why play is more meaningful—and exhausting—than it looks. Children Play All The Time I work with preschoolers, and I see children a lot every day. They never want to stay still—they love to play and stay busy. They never stop. Basically, whenever they’re not… Read more