I find the psychology behind getting tattoos, at least for the typical American culture, to be very interesting. You could be like Phoebe on Friends, whose tattoo was only a small dot of ink that's barely visible, or someone who is nearly covered from head to toe. Even though they are becoming more common and accepted, I still think people with tattoos are often prematurely judged or given a "backstory" of some sort.

Thanksgiving has been one of my favorite holidays for as long as I can remember. It most likely started as a child due to my birthday falling within the same week as the holiday. As an adult, I've grown to love the tradition of gathering with family and delicious food without the added stress and commercialism that seems to surround Christmas. It's more about just being together with those you love and focusing on all you have to be grateful for.

It’s tough navigating this role of motherhood and raising these little humans who will one day be adults out in the real world. But even though all the ups and downs, success and frustrations, sweat and tears, laughter and craziness – it’s worth it!

Fika: a social coffee break with one’s colleagues, friends, date, or family, usually accompanied by sweet baked goods. It can be a noun (Let’s have fika.) or a verb (Shall we fika?), describing the act.

Understanding the state of mindset you’re in can be the difference between sending your body into toxic stress or positive stress. Your brain and body are not wired for toxic stress on a continual basis. This can lead to physical burnout.