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Menopause Isn’t a Secret: My Story, My Lessons, and the Power of Sharing

Hey there, beautiful! So... I want to share something with you. It feels so weird to say but I am sick of this topic being taboo because it's natural and its NOT our fault! We deserve to talk about it openly, prepare each other, and make sure the next generation of women isn’t left wondering what is happening to their bodies. So here goes....... I'm in perimenopause. And baby - it's been a RIDE. For the longest time, I felt so alone in what I was experiencing and I bet ot

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Monique

Oct 11

Comfort Foods & Self-Care: Why We Crave Cozy When Autumn Arrives

I don’t know about you but Fall is - by far - my favorite season. Ahhh, the crisp air, beautiful colorful foliage, cozy hoodies and APPLES! No…not just apples CARAMEL APPLES (with nuts, duh!). During this time of the year, all of the comfy, feel good vibes come rushing in but so does something else, CRAVINGS! Like clockwork, my cravings for hearty, delicious comfort foods sets in. I’m talking Grandma’s rice pudding, a nice steaming bowl of gumbo or that cheesy gooey mac &

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Monique

Oct 5

Writing Your Resilience Story: How Journaling Helps You See How Far You’ve Come

Life isn’t always easy. We all face challenges and setbacks, sometimes so severe that we feel like we’re standing still while the world zooms around us. Those moments are really tough but here’s the thing: we have the capacity to withstand and recover quickly from these difficult moments. It’s called resilience. Resilience isn’t about never falling, it’s about how we rise after we do. It’s not always easy to see, especially when you’re in it. Thank God (or whomever you wo

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Monique

Sep 17

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