I remember when I was younger, I would watch the older high schoolers all dressed up so fashionably at school, thinking, When I get older, I’ll find my look and be so fabulous! That’s a typical freshman mindset. And when I got to their age, I dressed up, headed to school […]
Author: kimberlyraej
My Grounding Ritual: Releasing the Day and Finding Peace
After a long day or week, my mind races with countless thoughts. I wonder if I finished everything I needed to do or replay moments of social interaction, overanalyzing them until I convince myself I must have messed something up. It’s exhausting. But when I come home, I don’t want […]
Unplugging from My Phone for 2.5 Days: What I Learned
Like most people, my phone is practically glued to my hand. I scroll constantly—unless I’m walking my dog, my phone is always within reach. This wasn’t always the case. A few months ago, I barely touched it, often misplacing it around my apartment. But lately, it’s felt like a lifeline. […]
Letting Go, Wanting More, and Realizing You Deserve Better
The realization that you’ve been giving yourself the absolute bare minimum is a hard one. You get so caught up in your day-to-day life that it’s easy to believe you’re fine, that everything is good, and that you’re happy. It’s not until you take a step back that you realize—maybe […]
A Cozy Night In: Homemade Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage Butter
One of the biggest things I’m challenging myself to do this year is to add cooking to my routine. It’s hard because, after work, all I want to do is grab some curry and curl up with my pup. But in the name of self-love, that’s not always the best […]
3 Easy Ways to Reuse and Preserve Roses
I’ve been falling in love with roses lately. I’ve always loved flowers in general, but there’s something about roses that makes them feel like the epitome of femininity. With their endless variety and resilience to grow in almost any condition, they prove that beauty comes from strength and endurance—not just […]
Full Moon Ritual: A Simple Ceremony for Letting Go
The full moon is a moment of culmination—a time when the energy we’ve been cultivating reaches its peak, illuminating what is ready to be seen, felt, and ultimately released. Across cultures and traditions, the full moon has been a symbol of wisdom, clarity, and the completion of cycles. It’s a […]
How to Begin a Walking Meditation: A Simple Guide for Mindfulness
Mornings and evenings have become my favorite times for clearing my mind and finding peace—thanks to my walking meditation practice. There’s something deeply grounding about using a walk to reset my day, especially when I share it with my pup. Whether it’s a brisk walk around the block or a […]
Overcoming Depression and Embracing Self-Love: My Journey
When I was diagnosed with depression and a slew of other mental disorders, it was honestly exhausting. Doctors had me rehashing my life, trying to figure out what was wrong with me and why I am the way I am. I started to believe that something was inherently wrong with […]
Waxing Moon Ritual: DIY Herb Sachet for Personal Growth
The waxing moon is a time of expansion, momentum, and manifestation. As the moon grows in the sky, it carries the energy of forward motion, making it the perfect phase to focus on personal growth, new beginnings, and setting intentions for what you want to cultivate in your life. One […]