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About Me

Hi, I'm Monique, the creator behind Positively Penned! For over 20 years, I've been learning how to live with anxiety - the hard way, the messy way, and eventually, in ways that actually help. I'm not a mental health professional, but I am someone who's collected a lot of tips, tools, and practices along this journey that have genuinely made a difference.

I created Positively Penned to share what I've learned with others who might be struggling with anxiety or self-worth issues - because if something helped me, maybe it can help you too. One of the biggest things that's helped me personally? Writing it out. Journaling, reflecting, and creating space to process everything. That's actually what led me to start designing and handcrafting notebooks and planners - I wanted beautiful, intentional tools that make the practice of journaling and self-reflection feel special and supportive.

My goal is to help you nurture your mental well-being and find balance, joy, and positivity in your daily life - whether that's through the blog posts I share here, the printables I create, or the handmade journals in my shop. Even on the hard days, especially on the hard days.

When I'm not designing or writing, you'll find me spending time with hubby & son, rocking out to music, or enjoying a cozy moment with a good book and my favorite tea. 

Thanks for stopping by, hope to see you again soon...

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