February 16, 2015

| Weekly Finds & Gratitude Monday Rolled Into One | 2.16.15

February 16, 2015/ ekfriend

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|| the benefit of waking up before all the bad news ||

A sad day, loves. Not much for the chat. Enjoy the links -- they're good ones! Hope you find love in the most unsuspecting of places. Cherish those you love, and never let them go.

What did you do this weekend? What's on the books for the week?

LINKS & FINDS ||

Your new trick to falling asleep in under a minute.

Tired of soggy, reheated pizza? Try the stove top next time…

This show looks amazing.

Love this article of two vogue editors swapping beauty routines – in case you’re stuck in a rut!

Probably what my house will be inspired by some day.

Saying yes in Swedish is like taking a sharp inhale.

Gifts for men? No – I could really use this laundry bag of all things.

Really cool Instagram account.

If you’ve every failed an exam, just remember, here are some qualities not measured by tests.

Best, doable, financial decisions.

Outfits I’ll be wearing all Valentine’s Day Weekend.

Best casting I’ve seen since Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper. Okay maybe not but close.

Explore, love, hope, and be yourself. Always.

xx

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February 06, 2015

Sometimes Words Aren't Easy. That's When We Have Links. || Friday Finds

February 06, 2015/ ekfriend

|| Weekend ||

Is it just me or did time warp, and now it's going 1000 mph? I'm sure all of us are busy and blurry as we hit the shortest month of the year. Just keep those yearly intentions a go go going. I added back into my life oil pulling and am preparing myself for meditation as my February resolutions -- keeping in mind my spontaneity resolution of January. How are yours going? Have you hit February and lost your drive and passion? If you're ready to kick it back up again and beat those energy slumps, self-sabotaging thoughts, and diet fads to the curb, consider working with me -- we'll get you right back on track. Otherwise, content yourself with this week's nutritional excitement of one of my favorite foods -- beets! I'm so glad you're all checking in and getting just as excited as I am over nutrition, yoga, and mindfulness. Really makes a girl's heart swoon -- this girl that is. I'll be spending the weekend making up a big batch of recipe surprise, catching up on work, some studying, and watching my new favorite (soon to be all-watched) series: The Paradise. Love it. Enjoy your Saturday and Sunday!

What are you up to this weekend? Watching the game?

LINKS & FINDS ||

So I guess bandage dresses are okay since one saved a woman's life and all.

Oh the puppies of wintertime. Cue the adorable giggles. You know you will.

Superbowl ads of 2015 -- what was your favorite?

A beautiful beat on aging.

Love these tips on getting the most out of your studio workout.

With vegan cheese? A platter fit for Queens.

A gift idea for a certain someone's birthday coming up.

Even though my schedule is very wacky lately, I'm loving these 8 tricks to make yourself wake up earlier.

Love this for crafting your brand. It's the cards against humanity for Suits.

These Valentine’s Day craft ideas are perfection

Homemade tea bags for the love in your life – even if it’s just yourself.

Hair inspo: yes.

Enough already. Everybody can have a bikini body.

Explore, love, hope, and be yourself. Always.

xx

January 30, 2015

Super(Bowl) Weekend Finds || 1.30.15

January 30, 2015/ ekfriend

|| Fast Intense Week, Relaxed Laid Back Weekend ||

Was I lazy this week or was I overly productive with things not on my to-do list. I'm staying optimistic and not deciding. A busy week for me -- have you checked out my Work With Me tab above? Holistic Health Coaching? We're a go. It's still being all planned out and finished, but it's in the beginning stages, and I'm ready to work with you on your health -- both mind & body. Annnywayyy, I've got some fun things in the making -- Valentine's Day recipes, nutrition posts, some yoga bliss, and general feel good fun. Still trying to stay on top of everything -- but do what you love, and love what you do, right?

I'm going exploring tomorrow with a friend of mine, being spontaneous in my heart, and setting myself up for an awesome weekend. Superbowl on Sunday? I hope so. My professor told my class today that the Superbowl was named after the super ball (you know that ball that bounces way too high when you throw it into the ground -- injuries are a definite) -- apparently during the merge between the AFL and NFL, the son of one of the league's figureheads was playing with the ball and, well, one thing led to another. Think it's true? If not, I like it anyway.