Mindful Monday: Word Is Bond, Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say

Back in the day, when someone said “word is bond,” that was it. No contracts, no reminders, no second chances needed. Your word was your guarantee. It was about integrity. If you said you were going to do something, you did it. Now, it’s like everyone’s playing a game of “maybe I will, maybe I won’t,” and we’re all just supposed to smile and be okay with it. Continue reading Mindful Monday: Word Is Bond, Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say

Mindful Monday: Be Mindful… But Remember Who You Are

It’s Monday, and you already know what time it is…. Mindful Monday! Let’s talk about being mindful, but with a little twist. This week’s reminder is simple but powerful: be mindful, but remember who you are. Because somewhere between trying to be “humble,” staying “low-key,” and making sure we don’t “intimidate” anyone, a lot of us forgot that we’re that girl. Let’s be real, society has trained us to … Continue reading Mindful Monday: Be Mindful… But Remember Who You Are

Mindful Monday: Stop Meeting People Where They Are

For as long as I can remember, we’ve been told to “meet people where they are.” The advice comes with good intentions we’re supposed to be patient, empathetic, understanding. But what if I told you that meeting people where they are is sometimes exactly what keeps us stuck, disrespected, and drained?

Instead of always bending ourselves to accommodate others’ behavior, let’s talk about leaving people where they’ve got us messed up. Continue reading Mindful Monday: Stop Meeting People Where They Are

WE DID IT! A Weekend to Remember

WE DID IT! This past weekend reminded me exactly why I love being in my author bag. There’s nothing like stepping into a room full of people who share the same love for books, stories, and human connection. I enjoyed being back in that space……signing books, shaking hands, taking pictures, and having those heart-to-heart conversations with new readers who were genuinely excited to meet me. One of … Continue reading WE DID IT! A Weekend to Remember

Mindful Monday: Be Mindful of How People Treat You

For as long as I can remember, we’ve been reminded to “be mindful of how we treat others.” It’s a beautiful reminder, rooted in kindness and consideration. But lately, I’ve been reflecting on the other side of that coin: how mindful are we about the way others treat us? It’s not selfish to pause and notice the energy people bring into our lives. In fact, it’s necessary. … Continue reading Mindful Monday: Be Mindful of How People Treat You