Solo Female Travel: Is It Really As Scary As People Say?
Solo Female Travel: Is It Really As Scary As People Say? My Solo Travel Hesitations (and Why I Ignored Them) Okay, so, traveling alone as a woman. Let's be real, it sounds terrifying to a lot of people. My mom practically had a heart attack when I first brought it up. Constant warnings about dangers lurking around every corner, you know...
The Freelance Writing Rollercoaster: Is It Really Worth It?
The Freelance Writing Rollercoaster: Is It Really Worth It? The Initial Allure: Freedom and Flexibility (Or So I Thought) Okay, let’s be real. Freelance writing seemed like the ultimate dream. Ditch the 9-to-5, set my own hours, work from anywhere with Wi-Fi… sign me up, right? I pictured myself sipping lattes in Parisian cafes, casually churning out brilliant prose between bites...
Burnout Survival Guide: My Real-Life Tips (and Fails!)
Burnout Survival Guide: My Real-Life Tips (and Fails!) Recognizing the Burnout Beast: Was it Just Me? Okay, let's be real. Burnout. Ugh. Just the word makes me want to crawl back into bed and binge-watch something utterly pointless. I mean, who hasn't been there, right? You're working (or, let's be honest, overworking), deadlines are looming, your to-do list is...
Personal Finance: A Journey of Ups, Downs, and Expensive Lessons
Alright, let’s talk personal finance. It’s one of those topics that everyone *knows* they should be on top of, but honestly, who actually feels like they have it all figured out? I certainly don't. It feels like a constantly moving target, doesn't it? One minute you’re reading articles about the importance of saving, the next minute everyone’s talking about...
My Digital Declutter Disaster (and Maybe a Little Success?)
Okay, so, I decided I needed to tackle my digital life. You know, the overflowing inbox, the endless tabs open in Chrome, the photos scattered across five different devices… the whole shebang. It was supposed to be this zen, Marie Kondo-esque experience. Turns out, it was more like a chaotic explosion of old emails and forgotten passwords. Who even...
Breaking Free: My Unconventional Escape from the 9-to-5
Breaking Free: My Unconventional Escape from the 9-to-5 Okay, so the 9-to-5. We’ve all been there, right? Or maybe you're *still* there, scrolling through this on your "lunch" break (air quotes very much intended). I get it. I was you, not so long ago. The fluorescent lights, the lukewarm coffee, the soul-crushing meetings that could have been an email… Ugh....
Streaming Overload: How I Finally Cut the Cord (and Saved My Sanity)
Streaming Overload: How I Finally Cut the Cord (and Saved My Sanity) Too Many Streams, Not Enough Time (or Money!) Okay, so, I'm going to be real here. I was drowning. Drowning in streaming services, that is. Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max… you name it, I probably had a subscription to it. It started innocently enough. "Oh, *The Mandalorian* looks cool!"...
Digital Marketing Trends That Actually Matter (And Which Are Total BS)
Okay, let's be real. Digital marketing is a total circus right now. Every other day there’s a "revolutionary" new trend promising to 10x your business. Honestly, most of it feels like hot air. I've spent the last few years neck-deep in this stuff, and I'm still trying to figure out what's worth my time (and, more importantly, my money)....
Is Freelancing Worth It? My Honest Take on the Gig Life
Is Freelancing Worth It? My Honest Take on the Gig Life The Allure of Freedom (and the Fear of Bills) Freelancing. The word itself conjures up images of working from a beach in Bali, sipping cocktails, and answering emails at your leisure. Sounds pretty dreamy, right? Honestly, that's kind of what I thought too. The idea of being my own boss,...
Is Dropshipping Still Worth It in 2024? My Honest Take
Is Dropshipping Still Worth It in 2024? My Honest Take Okay, so you're wondering if dropshipping is still a viable option in 2024, huh? I get it. It seems like everyone and their dog is talking about starting an online business, and dropshipping always gets thrown into the mix. I've been there, done that, bought the (expensive) t-shirt. And let...
