I don’t know about you, but I’m very happy to see the start of a new month. Am I the only one who felt like January had approximately 8,000 days? Now, if only we could do something about the frigid temperatures and…
The Wellness Routines I’m Skipping in 2026
For a long time, I thought wellness meant doing more. More supplements. More routines. More tracking. More trying to “fix” myself. But after cancer, caregiving, and seasons of deep stress, I’ve learned something important: not every wellness trend is meant for…
Why I Added the HigherDOSE Red Light Mask to My Skincare Routine at 39
If you’ve been following along for a while, you know I’m intentional about the wellness practices I bring into my life. I’m not interested in doing more just for the sake of it, but rather I want routines that feel…
Finding a Piece of Home When Everything Feels New
The thing about traveling that I’ve been reminded of on this trip to Europe is how foreign everything feels when you have to navigate life in a new country. And before you say, “Well, duh, Vanessa, you are in another…
Nourishing My Whole Self in SoHo with A Morning of Movement and Mindfulness
Apparently, I’ll get up at the crack of dawn to take the train and walk miles through SoHo, but only if it involves a good sweat, great company, and a delicious brunch. That’s how my recent morning in the city…
How a Craft Night Helped Me Embrace Creativity and Connection
Recently, I was invited to try something I had never done before. To be honest, I’m not one of those people who jump at the chance to be a beginner at something. I like to know what I’m doing—or at…
The Art of Slowing Down: Long Weekend Edition
It was one of those long weekends that seemed to arrive at the perfect time — when life felt full, my calendar was packed, and the universe gently whispered, pause. With a nor’easter brewing and nowhere I needed to be, I decided…
My Tips to Navigate a Busy Season as an Entrepreneur
If there’s one thing entrepreneurship has taught me, it’s that no two seasons ever look the same. Some months feel spacious and full of creative flow, while others—like the one I’m in now—move at lightning speed, filled with client projects,…
Why Entrepreneurs Need to Take Time Off…Without Feeling Guilty
As someone who works for themselves, I know how tempting it is to always be on. Whether it’s responding to emails at odd hours, batching content on weekends, or scheduling back-to-back client calls, the hustle never truly stops when you run…
5 Simple Things That Bring Me Joy
In the whirlwind of entrepreneurship, advocacy work, and just trying to keep up with life, it’s easy to miss the quiet moments—the ones that ground you, refuel you, and gently remind you that joy doesn’t always need to be loud…
A Thank You to My Fellow Advocates
If this week felt especially challenging, you’re not alone. Between the House vote earlier in the week (which, unfortunately, passed despite our strong opposition) and today’s ‘Economic Boycott’ (a reminder to refrain from shopping at large retailers), it’s safe to…
How to Prepare for a Busy Week: Simple Steps to Stay Grounded and Productive
I’ve been looking forward to this upcoming week for a while because it means that my birthday is almost here. But it is also shaping up to be a busy week on the client front. In addition to that, I’m…
