Conscious Living

Nov09

True Change

Posted on Nov 9, 2016

We live in an extraordinary time. A time of rapid change that reshapes the way we live, eat, think, work and raise our children on a daily basis. It is change that provides not only incredible medical and technological breakthroughs, but also economic advances and adversely, tensions. It provides education for girls and boys in even the most remote of locations broadening the possibility of good opportunities for all. True change...

Nov07

What Does Being Thankful Really Mean?

Posted on Nov 7, 2016

With Thanksgiving right around the corner and being thankful right at the top of everyone’s mind, I thought it would be fun to talk about what being thankful really means, on a truly conscious level. Thanksgiving is a holiday in which we celebrate our dependence, our dependence upon each other and our communities to thrive, survive and exist. Because without each one of our unique skills that we can offer to others, something would be...

Nov06

5 Reasons Why You Should Take A Self-Defense Class

Posted on Nov 6, 2016

Recently, I found myself the victim in a very violent act. It scared the crap out of me. Though I did survive without knowing how to defend myself, it was because of someone else that I am alive. Which scared me even more. This person who saved my life was the very person whom I am supposed to be protecting. Since that night, I have been thinking ‘How can I protect myself and my children if I don’t have the tools and the knowledge to...

Nov03

Dear Me

Posted on Nov 3, 2016

It’s the 3rd day of the BlogHer NaBloPoMo challenge where I will be posting every single day for the month of November (there is still time to join, if you’d like, just click the link above). The prompt today is: If you could be completely honest with no regrets, what would you say and to whom? Hmmm…. There are lots of people I would love to be honest with… But today I am going to be honest with myself, and hopefully not regret it…!!!...

Nov02

Telling The Truth

Posted on Nov 2, 2016

Today’s prompt for the NaBloPoMo on BlogHer is: Nov. 2: When was the last time you did something brave? What happened? In my opinion, bravery comes in all different shapes and sizes. Being brave, to me, means having the courage to face something scary. To stand up and do what is right, no matter how much the situation frightens you. Many people think of bravery only in situations like saving someone’s life or standing up to the bully....

Nov01

The Power Of Positive

Posted on Nov 1, 2016

November is one of my favorite months of the year for so many reasons. The first being that this is a great month to focus on all that we have to be thankful for in the spirit of American Thanksgiving this month and the upcoming holiday season. Let the Power of Positive begin! The second being that November is National Blog Posting Month where loads of bloggers pledge to post every day for the month of November. National Blog Posting...

Oct19

5 Ways to Help Your Kids Have Healthy Sleep Habits

Posted on Oct 19, 2016

Getting enough sleep can mean the difference between a bad day and a good one! Every parent knows this to be true, yet sadly most of us (and our children) are not getting enough of it. An estimated 50-70 million people are not getting enough sleep currently in the US! Having suffered from insomnia for the better part of my life, I have done a ton of research on sleep. Not only reading about it, but trying almost every solution out...

Oct11

My 5 Fave Hikes For Families in Malibu

Posted on Oct 11, 2016

Malibu is one of the prettiest towns in Southern California. Not only is there great shopping, fantastic restaurants and endless sandy beaches but there are gorgeous canyons with breathtaking hikes to be had too. Hiking is a great family activity that each family member, no matter the age, will enjoy. Whether you like a hardcore hike or a leisurely stroll, there is a hike for you here in Malibu! The following hikes are great for...

Oct10

Vintage Grocers Is Now In Westlake!

Posted on Oct 10, 2016

Vintage Grocers is one of my favorite markets in Malibu. The kids and I love shopping there – it is always a fantastic experience in delicious, fresh, local food. Now all of the families in Westlake and Thousand Oaks can enjoy them too as they have opened a second, much larger store in The Westlake Promenade carrying all sorts of goodness. Vintage Grocers invited us to their grand opening preview where we took a tour of the...

Sep23

6 Conscious Tips To Help Kids With The Back To School Blues

Posted on Sep 23, 2016

With the school year well underway, many parents are starting to answer the ‘do I have to go to school today?’ question already! After a summer spent traveling, at camp or on the beach, can you blame them?! Getting back into the fall routine can be a whirlwind for both parents and kids. From all of the back to school shopping to organized sports activities to shorter days with homework, it can easily stress us all out. So on those...