Confidence isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you build.And one of the fastest ways to build it is through what you say to yourself every day. Here are five simple but powerful statements that can shift your mindset and strengthen your self-belief: ✅ 1. “I am capable of handling whatever comes my way.” You’ve made it through hard things before.

Not everyone has a green thumb — and that’s okay! If you love the look of plants but keep accidentally sending them to plant heaven 😅, start with these three tough, low-maintenance houseplants that practically take care of themselves. ✅ 1. Snake Plant (aka Mother-in-Law’s Tongue) 5 Why it’s kill-proof: ✔️ Needs very little water (every 2–3 weeks!)✔️ Does great in low light OR bright light…

Let’s talk about mugs. Coffee mugs.Tea mugs.The souvenir mug you refuse to get rid of.The oversized one that barely fits anywhere. Before you know it, cabinets turn into a leaning tower of ceramic chaos. 😅 Here are two simple ways to organize your mugs so they’re easy to grab — and stay neat. ✅ 1. Stack Smart (and Only Keep What You Actually Use)

Life has a funny way of throwing curveballs when you least expect it. One minute everything is going smoothly, and the next you’re dealing with stress, setbacks, or situations that just don’t feel fair. While we can’t always control what happens to us, we can control how we see it. Reframing your outlook is all about shifting perspective—learning to look at challenges in a way that empowers you instead of defeating you.

If there’s one thing I’ve learned in life recently, it’s this: nothing — and I mean NOTHING — can be handled in one simple step anymore. Everything takes a phone call.Which turns into three phone calls.Which turns into being transferred.Which turns into being “accidentally disconnected.”Which turns into you starting the whole story over like it’s Groundhog Day.

It’s interesting how some people are more upset about the words I use to talk about cancer than the fact that I actually have cancer. Not the diagnosis.Not the treatments.Not the emotional roller coaster. The words. Apparently, there is a preferred vocabulary when it comes to illness. Certain phrases are acceptable. Others are “too blunt,” “too dark,” or “not positive enough.” Some people want everything wrapped in inspirational language, like cancer is a motivational poster instead of a life-altering experience.

Life has a way of breaking us in moments we never see coming. A loss, a failure, a heartbreak, an unexpected turn — tragedy often arrives without warning and leaves us feeling empty, confused, or defeated. In those moments, it can feel impossible to imagine anything good ever coming from the pain. Yet, time and time again, we witness something remarkable: out of the darkest seasons, beauty can be born.

Every so often, someone will ask why I don’t post political commentary on my blog or across my platforms. In a world where every headline feels urgent and every opinion feels loud, it can seem like silence equals ignorance — like not engaging means you must not be paying attention. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. Not speaking publicly about politics doesn’t mean my head is in the sand.

I love Star Wars because it isn’t just a movie series—it’s a language, a feeling, a mythology that grows with you. No matter how old I get or where life takes me, Star Wars meets me right where I am. It starts with wonder. That first rush of space, music swelling, ships cutting across the screen—it taps into something primal. As a kid, it was adventure.

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Keep a collapsible bin or crate in your trunk. Use it to corral groceries, sports gear, emergency supplies, or random items that normally roll around. When you’re not using it, fold it flat and slide it to the side. Why it works:✔ Prevents items from shifting while driving✔ Makes unloading faster and easier✔ Keeps your trunk usable instead of chaotic One simple container = instant trunk control.

Create a “Today” folder on your desktop. Here’s how it helps:Instead of letting files pile up all over your desktop, create one folder called “Today” (or “This Week”). Drop everything you’re actively working on into that folder. At the end of the day or week, move those files to their permanent homes. Why it works:✔ Instantly reduces visual clutter✔ Keeps important files easy to find✔ Turns your desktop into a workspace, not a storage unit One small habit — big mental clarity.

I believe in positivity. I really do. I just didn’t realize how hard it would be to maintain when your body decides to wake up one morning and choose violence. There is a special kind of optimism required to smile through pain—the kind where you’re saying affirmations out loud while silently negotiating with your joints, nerves, or muscles like, “What exactly do you want from me today?”