Instead of continuing to work on the affirmation cards for now. I thought I would change things up and go back to my blog’s roots for an extra bit of inspiration this month. I will be focusing on a new princess! Mei from Turning Red. If you haven’t seen the movie, it’s a fun andContinue reading “Time for a New Princess”
Category Archives: Disney
Unintentional Experiment
I unintentionally broke up my 18 minutes of self-care a day into a two-week experiment. Week 1: I spent 18 minutes doing various self-care activities including journaling, guided meditations and a self-love workbook. Results: Felt less anxious and less depressed. Week 2: I did none of the 18-minute self-care activities. Results: Feeling more anxious andContinue reading “Unintentional Experiment”
A Voice that Matters
I couldn’t do the affirmation of Ariel’s like I had planned, as I was sick most of last month. Before I begin Aurora’s cards, I thought I would practice the affirmation here. I have a voice that matters. No matter how it sounds. No matter how loud. I literally lost my voice last month. ItContinue reading “A Voice that Matters”
Acknowledging Courage – Ariel’s Conversations Card
My first response to “think about a time you were brave” is to say I am not very brave. I know this is not true, deep down. But that first negative thought I have about myself is hard to no listen to. Hard to not listen to and believe. When anxiety feels like a personalityContinue reading “Acknowledging Courage – Ariel’s Conversations Card”
Dear Princesses
Dear Princesses, It has been a year and a half or so since we’ve spoken. I didn’t mean to leave so abruptly. So much has happened since we were last together. Tremendous loss, family problems, financial troubles, burn out, unemployment, anxiety. Depression. I’ve had moments where I’ve wondered what the point of all this is.Continue reading “Dear Princesses”
Judy and Nick get Wild at the Zoo
I’m a month behind my own schedule due to vacations, missing luggage, a totaled vehicle and a lot of anxiety and depression, but last month Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde went to the zoo to visit some of their friends! I didn’t want to sloths to beat me in getting the photos posted, and Judy’sContinue reading “Judy and Nick get Wild at the Zoo”
Refresh and Reframe
I’m not quitting. It took some self-reflection, counseling, crying and some kind words and some “We’re going to the zoo [next month], you have no choice!” words from caring friends, but I’m not giving up on the blog. My counselor made a good point to me (notably the week after I made the goals forContinue reading “Refresh and Reframe”
Not So Practically Perfect Proceedings
My Mary Poppins’ plans aren’t going the way I want. I thought if I pretended like she was an actual presence in the house it would help motivate me more – who wants a nanny breathing down her neck, and a magical one at that? I thought if I extended the time limit, I wouldn’tContinue reading “Not So Practically Perfect Proceedings”
Mary Poppins: Quotes and Goals
Here are some of my favorite Mary Poppins’ quotes from the movie (sorry for repeat photos): Goals Mary Poppins and I have Created for Me: Tidy Up the Bedroom (see photo above). When Mary Poppins sees Jane and Michael’s nursey for the first time, Jane says, “I’m afraid the nursery isn’t very tidy.” Mary PoppinsContinue reading “Mary Poppins: Quotes and Goals”
Mary Poppins Arrives
Mary Poppins has arrived! I was a little concerned she wouldn’t come (she normally doesn’t “nanny” adults), but she has made an exception just for me! I showed her around and let her unpack. Mary Poppins is ready to help me this month – please stay tuned for goals and more photos throughout the month!Continue reading “Mary Poppins Arrives”
Princessly Poised 