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Healthy Relationships

5 Myths About Relationships

I’m a domestic violence survivor. In the over eight years since my first marriage ended I have learned so much and I make it my mission to share that here.

The steps to healing I’ve taken, both on my own and through therapy, have been tremendously healing, helpful, and enlightening. I care about you and your relationships. I want them to be healthy and not toxic. I want you to be healthy, strong, and empowered in your relationships.

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The Good and Bad of the Yes and No

How many times a day do you say “yes” or “no” to something?

“Mom, can I have a friend over?”

“Can I borrow the car?”

“Is your work project done?”

“Do you want fries with that?”

We have an abundance of decisions to make on the daily. How much thought do we put into what we’re agreeing to or declining?

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‘More for Mom’ Book Review

I was given a copy of More for Mom by BlogAbout in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. I was not otherwise compensated.

I’m a mom. It is hands down the best role I will ever be in. It’s also the hardest, most rewarding, most challenging, and sometimes, most exhausting. As moms we give of ourselves every single day in many aspects.

We give of ourselves physically in what we do, emotionally in the worry and care spent on our children, spiritually as we pray for and over them, and mentally. We are constantly giving as mothers.

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Love Your Smile + CariPro Giveaway

Smile Brilliant provided me with the CariPro toothbrush to try and offer my honest opinion. I was not otherwise compensated and all opinions are my own.

My dental hygienist is similar to my hairstylist: I share with each what’s going on in my life at the given time of my appointments. They’re my “bartenders” of the health field, if you will. Sharing any news and also taking all the tips they’ll give in the ways of hair and teeth health.

Having three chronic illnesses, I do everything within my power to improve my health in every area possible. I use custom shampoo and take my Biotin for my hair and nails.

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