Well, LFT Family, we're almost four months into 2026, and I'm not where I thought I'd be, honestly. I've had several pretty big setbacks so far, and it hasn't been easy to push through without being too hard on myself. In the midst of these setbacks, though, I've learned a very valuable lesson that I… Continue reading My Biggest Lesson So Far This Year: Do It Tired
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A Panic Attack, a Scale, and a Question: Is This Body Dysmorphia?
Trigger Warning: Body Dysmorphia I've had anxiety about my weight for as long as I can remember. I hate the feeling of dread that engulfs me when I step on the scale, the silence as I wait for the numbers to settle, and the overwhelming sense of defeat as the numbers practically scream back at… Continue reading A Panic Attack, a Scale, and a Question: Is This Body Dysmorphia?
When the Year Starts Without a Vision
Welcome to 2026, LFT family! I know I'm a few weeks late, but better late than never, right? I usually make a vision board every December and talk about my goals in my first post of the new year. However, I didn't make one this time around because I wasn't okay physically or mentally in… Continue reading When the Year Starts Without a Vision
Let’s Get (Financially) Lit: 3 Tips I Learned about Savings & Investments
This year, Marlon and I have been on our self-improvement journey to look good on the outside, feel even better on the inside, and create better habits. One of the ways we've been improving is financially, and it has been quite a journey, even though we're still in the early stages. Now, by no means… Continue reading Let’s Get (Financially) Lit: 3 Tips I Learned about Savings & Investments
My Blogging Hiatus Explained – Lightbulb Moment
LFT family, it has been such a long time since I've blogged. I've gone on hiatuses before, but something about this one was different. Usually, when I take a break from blogging, it is because I'm super stressed at work or I need to take some time away for my mental health. Not this time.… Continue reading My Blogging Hiatus Explained – Lightbulb Moment
My Vision Board: Getting Back to Me
Happy New Year, LFT family!!! I know that I've been gone for quite a while, and I promise that an update on why is coming soon. Thank you to those of you who continued reading old posts and a HUGE thank you to those of you who reached out and talked about how much the… Continue reading My Vision Board: Getting Back to Me
My Vision Board: Less Talk, More Action in 2024
Happy New Year, LFT family! It's been a long hiatus, but it feels so good to be back. So much has happened in the past three months, with the most important news being that I was promoted to be the Program Director at my non-profit. This amazing opportunity, which just started yesterday but required almost… Continue reading My Vision Board: Less Talk, More Action in 2024
How to Stop Stalling Your Dreams and Start Putting Them in Motion
Don't roll your eyes... yet! I know from the title of this blog post, y'all are gonna think I'm about to preach to you. That's not necessarily true. You may be seeing a lot of people on social media projecting this idea that you're not doing enough, or maybe you are projecting this on yourself… Continue reading How to Stop Stalling Your Dreams and Start Putting Them in Motion
My Vision Board: Discovering Me in 2023!
Happy New Year, everyone! I don't know about y'all, but I'm soooo excited to see what 2023 has in store for me! I don't have super high expectations or anything like that, but I hope this year is filled with plenty of opportunities for all of us to learn and grow. If you've been a… Continue reading My Vision Board: Discovering Me in 2023!
Change Your Language From, “I Have To…” to “I Get To…”
Let me just start by saying how much I love my job. If you don't know what I do, I work for a non-profit organization that helps high school students with the college application and financial aid process. I get to work with some wonderful students, and even though a lot of what I do… Continue reading Change Your Language From, “I Have To…” to “I Get To…”
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