Mental Health vs. Mental Wellness: What’s the Difference? We often hear people talk about mental health and mental wellness as if they’re the same thing, but they’re not. Understanding the difference can change how you care for your mind, prevent burnout, and create a life that feels balanced and fulfilling. People often use health and wellness interchangeably, but they’re not quite the same thing. Mental health is about your clinical state—how your mind, emotions, and behaviors are functioning. Mental wellness is about daily practices that support balance and resilience. Discovering Optimal Wellness: A Journey of Self-Improvement You don’t need to…
I am joining up with Five Minute Friday During Five Minute Friday, we are given a word prompt and free write for 5 minutes. Learn more about the link-up and how it works here. This week’s word prompt is Capacity TIMER START My mind has been juggling so many things: family, homestead, business dreams, financial stress, and creative projects. I fear my brain will overheat like a computer. At times, I wish my brain had the capacity to be ‘turned off’ with a switch like a computer so I can rest. That feeling of having no capacity left is heavy. The…
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links for which I may earn a small commission if you click on them and make a purchase. Healing Beyond the Surface: Why Proper Chronic Wound Care Matters Guest post by: Dr. Alvin May, Author of Heal Your Wound Chronic wounds are more than just a medical issue; they can be a daily challenge that can impact every part of a person’s life. From physical discomfort to emotional stress, these wounds often linger for weeks or months, especially when tied to conditions like diabetes, poor circulation, or limited mobility. But here is the good news:…
Image via Freepik The Chalk Dust Doesn’t Settle: Self-Care and Survival for Today’s Teachers It sneaks up on you somewhere between your third cup of lukewarm coffee and the twenty-second “Miss, can I go to the bathroom?” of the day. That hollow hum of burnout, like a radiator clanking in a quiet apartment, gradually becoming part of the background noise until it’s impossible to ignore. If you’re a teacher—especially in today’s post-pandemic, understaffed, over-tested…
Food Ideas: Breakfast or brunch of gluten free dairy free pancakes with a bit of green food dye to make them festive. We made this recipe making sure to make it dairy free as well as gluten free. We actually ended up doing a clean out the fridge night for dinner. Salad and Corn chowder. The corn chowder was made with Almond milk and Earths best spread since 2 of us have to be dairy free. I learned an interesting tidbit today. Today is also the feast day for Gertrude of Nivelles, who is the patron saint of gardeners and…
Cultivate Confidence in Your Little Ones With These Simple Strategies Guest post by Paige Johnson @LearnFit.org Guiding your child to become a confident individual and encouraging them to discover their unique place in the world is paramount as a parent, but it can be challenging to know where to begin. It involves teaching them to navigate challenges with resilience and exploring new horizons with enthusiasm. This journey equips them with the courage to embrace their individuality and face life’s adventures. In this article, we’ll go over several simple things you can do to boost your child’s confidence and…
The Importance of Self Care It’s easy to put yourself last—juggling responsibilities, meeting deadlines, and taking care of others while neglecting your own well-being. But self-care isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity for maintaining physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance. Read a personal experience in this guest post by Linda Vande Voort My Story I finally found myself this past year. I was a teacher for 25 years in special education. Nonetheless, it was all I ever wanted to do. I put my heart and soul into my work to help those with disabilities get an education and have…
Guest Post: Anna Celotto Back in November, I came across The Feral Housewife newsletter and not only have I read some great articles I got to add another woman and writer to my community. We are working together to break the stigma of mental health issues. Please read this very informative article on how we sabotage self-care. 15 Ways Women Sabotage Self-Care Stop sabotaging your self-care routine Hey ladies, does the following quote strike a chord for you, as it did for me? “Most people spend more time recharging their cell phone than their soul.” (From a Mel Robbins podcast.)…
Groundhog Day: Spring or Six More Weeks of Winter? Today is Groundhog Day The groundhog predicted 6 more weeks of winter for 2025. These posts will help you prepare and plan for tough days. They will remind you to take care of yourself and try to reduce as many stressors as possible. Groundhog Day: Spring or Six More Weeks of Winter? In today’s post, I am going to share with you ways to be proactive and prepare for days that are hard. Discover my top 5 posts on reducing stress, practicing self-care, and preparing for hard days. These insights…
Satisfied is defined as feeling content or pleased. But what if satisfaction isn’t the ultimate goal? What if, instead, we aim for fulfillment—finding purpose and meaning in our journey, even in moments of struggle? There’s a common belief that we must always strive to be happy and satisfied, as if life is a constant state of ease. But in reality, life is full of ups and downs, moments of exhaustion, stress, and even doubt. The pursuit of fulfillment means embracing all of these moments and seeing the value in them. When we dedicate ourselves to growth, to helping others, and…
