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A soul learning how to truly live life, one day at a time. I’m on a journey of healing, growth, and rediscovering joy in the little things.

Category: NYC

  • The Power of Monochromatic Dressing

    Monochromatic outfits have truly been a lifesaver for me. As a native New Yorker and a Scorpio, it’s no surprise I wear a lot of black—it’s easy, it’s sleek, and in my opinion, you instantly look more put together. But beyond just wearing black, I’ve realized the real key to looking effortlessly chic is leaning into monochromatic…

  • From Nervous to Empowered: How Saying Yes Led to My First Big Speech

    Back when I was in college, I applied for a scholarship that, honestly, I didn’t think too much about at the time. It felt like a long shot—but to my surprise, I ended up winning it. What I didn’t realize then was just how much that one decision would change the course of my life.…

  • Is the Hustle Culture Toxic or Necessary in NYC?

    If you’ve lived in New York City long enough, you know the rhythm of the city isn’t just fast—it’s relentless. As a native New Yorker who’s called the Lower East Side and Chelsea home my whole life, the pace of NYC isn’t something I just tolerate. I crave it. There’s something electric about the way this city moves.…

  • Happier Grocery Hype?! Let’s Talk.

    Okay, so you know how LA has Erewhon—the grocery store that’s more like a lifestyle destination than a place to grab bananas? Yeah, well New York has its own version now: Happier Grocery. And let me tell you, it is giving major Erewhon energy. Tucked right on the border of SoHo and Chinatown, Happier Grocery is the…

  • Positive Affirmations Changed My Life – Here’s How You Can Start Small Too

    How do you change your life? That’s a big question—one I used to ask myself all the time when I felt stuck. But I get it sometimes you don’t even care to and you keep yourself in the cycle. The truth is, change doesn’t happen overnight. It starts with small, consistent actions that reflect who…