Exactly How I Paid Off $20k of Debt in 7 Months

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Exactly How I Paid Off $20k of Debt in 7 Months

Confession time: I have credit card debt. Part of me has been putting off publishing this post until I’ve fully finished paying off my debt. I think it’s the perfectionist in me who wants to say, “I’m debt-free and this is how I did it!”, while having everything wrapped up in a pretty box with a neat little bow.

But the perfect time very rarely, if ever, rolls around. So instead, I’m here to say,

I’m on my debt-free journey.

I’ve paid off $20,000 of debt in 6 months. Happy dance! As with all things in life, paying off debt isn’t about doing things perfectly, but there’s value to be found in showing up perfectly imperfect. And it’s always more fun to have friends along on the journey, so thank you so much for being there for me.

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20 Affordable Dresses Perfect for Easter

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20 Affordable Dresses Perfect for Easter

With Easter just around the corner I thought I would share some of my favorite dresses I’ve spotted while browsing stores online. Whether you’re celebrating the holiday with a family picnic, a brunch with friends, or even if you’re not doing anything in particular, a beautiful spring-inspired outfit will help you look and feel the part.

Out of all the different outfit combinations there are, my absolute favorite is a dress. Nothing compares to the way wearing a dress makes me feel. Whenever I slip one on I instantly feel beautiful and confident, plus they always fit my curves.

One of the best things about dresses is that they can be an entire outfit on their own. You don’t have to worry about matching them with a set of pants or a cute top. Simply throw on some shoes and you’re ready to go, whatever you’re doing.

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How to Spring Clean Your Home

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How to Spring Clean Your Home

Spring is finally here! And if you’re anything like me, you love a good spring cleaning at this time of year.

There’s just something about putting away items that have been scattered around the house for too long, placing winter items into storage, and giving everything a deep clean. Doing this brings a sense of new life and energy into your space.

When we take care of the space we live in, everything in life feels so much better. We have more energy, we sleep better, we’re more creative, and we’re more focused.

I spent last Saturday morning spring cleaning my home, section by section. After I put on comfy clothes and some music, I got to work. I like to navigate spring cleaning by focusing on one area of my home at a time. I pick a space, concentrate all my energy on it, and then move onto the next. I also set a timer for 20-30 minutes per section so I don’t spend too much time in a single area.

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Say “Hello Spring!” with these 5 Fresh Decor Ideas

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Say “Hello Spring!” with these 5 Fresh Decor Ideas

Spring is one of my favorite times of year because it means that winter is behind us and summer is just around the corner. The transformation into this bright and sunny season makes it the perfect time to freshen up your home décor.

Here are 5 easy ways you can incorporate a touch of spring into your living space. Remember: you don’t have to spend a lot of money to redecorate your home. When it comes to decorating, less is more and even the smallest changes can add a fresh look to your space.

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6 Tips to Help You Get Started with Intuitive Eating

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Have you ever felt CRAZY around food? Not knowing what to eat or when to eat? Eating just because it’s noon and you think you should be eating lunch? Eating then feeling guilty or ashamed about what you ate? Telling yourself you shouldn’t be eating that donut, that piece of cake, or piece of bread?

If you’ve ever had UNCONTROLLABLE food cravings or found yourself overeating until you felt physically ill, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, too. In fact, I’ve found myself in all the above situations at some point.

Many of us have been inundated with diet culture. This attitude makes us feel like we need to lose weight or be a certain size. And if we don’t lose weight or achieve the perfect size, we’re not good enough.

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9 Amazing Plant Books to Create Your Own Urban Jungle at Home

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9 Amazing Plant Books to Create Your Own Urban Jungle at Home

Houseplants are huge right now. Not only are they very affordable to buy, but most houseplants are surprisingly easy to take care of and add an instant burst of life and joy into any space. If you want to freshen up your home and try a new look, you can’t go wrong with a houseplant or two.

If you’re not much of an indoor gardener just yet, take a look at my post on the best indoor plants for beginners. It includes ten different plants that are perfect to start out with if you’re still searching for your green thumb.

While it’s always fun stroll along the aisles of a garden center and grab anything that shouts out to you, that’s now how you build your own urban jungle at home. You need to choose the right plants that not only suit your space, but suit the amount of time and effort you can put into looking after them, too.

The following nine plant books are amazing sources of information that will help you throughout every single aspect of your plant ownership journey. From choosing the best houseplants and placing them in the right spots to advice on how to take care of them and styling tips to make them look even better than they already do.

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11 Steps to Creating the Perfect Boho Chic Bookshelves

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11 Steps to Creating the Perfect Boho Chic Bookshelves

If you’ve been following along recently, you’ll know I’ve been decorating my flat. One part that was in serious need of a facelift was my bookshelves.

About 2 weeks ago, I was so frustrated with my bookshelves because I had no idea what I was doing. They just looked cluttered, unorganized, and uninspiring. Because the shelves are built in and are a very awkward shape, I found them challenging to work with.

At one point, I actually reached out to an interior designer for a consult because I didn’t know where to begin. Then I took a step back and paused. I took a new approach, not only thinking about what I wanted my space to look like, but how I wanted to feel in my space, too.

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Why it’s Okay to Be Alone on Valentine’s Day

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Why it’s Okay to Be Alone on Valentine’s Day

Spending Valentine’s Day alone? It’s easy to feel like you’re the only person in the world not celebrating the holiday with someone special. Social media and society are guilty of making us feel like there’s something wrong with us when we’re not in a romantic relationship, especially on Valentine’s Day. Or any holiday for that matter.

Before I go any further, I want to say that there’s a BIG misconception that being alone means you’re lonely. Alone and lonely are two very different states.

Being alone means you’re content with solitude, you feel happy, and connected to others. Loneliness means you’re longing for company, feeling sad, and disconnected from others.

The thing that fascinates me the most is that you can be alone and not feel lonely and you can be surrounded by many people, yet still feel very lonely.

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The Best Indoor Plants for Beginners

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The Best Indoor Plants for Beginners

Want to change your home environment, boost your mood and improve your health? Add some indoor plants to your home and you’ll instantly begin to feel the flow of energy throughout your living space.

Not convinced plants can improve your mental health? Having plants inside your home makes you think of the outdoors, open spaces, and fresh air. Plants are a constant reminder to be present. They are literally sitting there calmly each day doing their thing. Growing, blooming, and simply being.

If you followed my recent return home, you’ll know I wound up stuck in Thailand and sadly almost all my plants died. But one did survive….my Snake Plant.

If you’re looking for a houseplant that’s easy to take care of, start with a Snake Plant. Some people call them Mother-in-Laws’ Tongues. The only time I see these plants die is when people overwater them. And speaking of overwatering, this is the number one way people kill plants.

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4 Sweet Valentine’s Day Gift Guides Treat Everyone

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4 Sweet Valentine’s Day Gift Guides Treat Everyone

Alright lovelies, December and New Year’s are wrapped up and now Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. If you know me, you’ll know I love ALL holidays, especially those that give us a reason to celebrate love. After 2020, I think we’ll all agree that we could use more love in our lives.

In the words of Hugh Grant from Love Actually, “If you look for it, I've got a sneaky feeling you'll find that love actually is all around."

Love is indeed all around us.

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