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Your July Workout Calendar!

Hey guys!

July is going to be a very exciting month! Not only is it America’s 241st birthday (yay for pool parties, hot dogs, and fireworks) but we’re gonna be celebrating by doing a SUMMER SONG CHALLENGE SERIES!!! Beginning July 10th, I’m giving you 2 workout videos a week! YAY!

But before we get there, I have a super surprise for you. You know how you guys keep asking me to do a video with my sister?

Well guess what.

I DID A VIDEO WITH MY SISTER.

On Sunday the 2nd, I am releasing a super fun Yoga workout with Jackelyn who’s not only certified yogic, she’s certified awesome. GET READY!

Here’s the new July 2017 Workout Calendar!

Download linked PDF | Download hi-res JPEG

I am so happy you guys are digging the linked videos. Makes life so much easier huh? Also, if you are the type that likes having the calendar as a desktop background, the hi-res JPEG is there for ya!

Also I want to be 100% transparent with you. I’m having trouble with my app developer on the current Blogilates App :( That’s why you’re not seeing new updates, there’s no more exclusive videos, and overall, I’m not happy with it. It makes me really frustrated because there’s over a million downloads on the app and you guys deserve a much better product than what you’re using.

So if you want to unsubscribe from the monthly calendar on the App, go ahead and do it. The amount that you’re paying each month to support me? I’m not even seeing it guys. It’s really bad.

Don’t worry about me though. I’m figuring it out. The bad partnership has pushed me to get creative and make something even better. I ain’t gonna let body take me down!!! And I ain’t gonna let nobody take advantage of you guys! I’ll tell you more later. If you’re in the PIIT28 private Facebook group, you already know about it.

Now, who wants to hit July off with a BOOM CHICKA BOOM BOOM!??

I do. And what always sets a fire under my bootay is hearing how other power women take risks, fall, get up, and then absolutely crush it in the game of life!

If you haven’t subscribed to “The Sheroic Podcast” yet – omg do it. There are now 4 episodes for you to binge listen to and each one leaves you feeling unstoppable, inspired, and fearless. My fave episode so far is our newest one with professional freerunner and stuntwoman Sydney Olson!

Do you remember her from my BODYPOP music video 2 years ago?

The flips she had to do for that music video scared me to death. But that is what Sydney finds fun. In our newest Sheroic episode, we discuss being set on fire (no seriously), falling, breaking bones, and getting stronger. It’s a really good one.

Please subscribe to The Sheroic Podcast on iTunes!! Stitcher is also a really great app for podcasts too.

 

But, you guys can always head over to the Be Sheroic YouTube channel and watch the video version!

Anyway, I really hope you guys take advantage of all of the tools being given to you. You have the Blogilates calendar as a workout plan. You have me as your trainer. You have the Sheroic podcast as your mental stimulation. You have the entire POPster community as your support. You really don’t have any excuse to not be inspired. So get your booty up and moving!

Let’s kill it this July! LEGOOOOO!!!!

 

How to get yourself to work out in the morning!

 

Big thanks to The Quaker Oats Company for partnering with me on this blog post!

Hey guys!

Working out in the morning is something that I could not get myself to do for YEARS. It was one of those “impossible” challenges that I honestly did not know how to conquer! I mean, I was going to bed at 2 or 3 am everyday, so it was probably better that I DIDN’T work out in the morning.

Well, within the past year, the impossible became the possible thanks to simple habit makeovers which allowed me to wake up earlier. Let me tell you – getting in your work out first thing in the morning is a GAME CHANGER. I end up feeling driven and motivated for work or school, my energy levels are through the roof, and I get the best sleep of my life later that night.

I want you to experience the magic of waking up early…so here are 6 tips that can make morning workouts a reality for you! FOR REAL!

#1. Go to bed early and at the same time every night.

I think the hardest thing about waking up in the morning is getting yourself to go to bed early. If you’re a night owl, like I used to be, it’s difficult to break that habit. But, it can be done if you want it to be done.

My trick is to make myself sleepy around 10:30pm. I’ll stretch 30 min to an hour before bed, which helps prepare my body for relaxation. If that doesn’t work, reading a book in bed helps calm my mind. Keeping the bedroom very dark also makes me sleepy.

Sometimes it’s external issues that keep us up – like the boss, the boyfriend, the bills – so if you can tackle those things head on while you’re awake, it will help ease your mind to sleep. I’m a fan of talking things out and also finding solutions for every problem. If you know something is on its way to getting better, you’ll find it easier to rest.

#2. Have something tasty waiting for you when you wake up!

I don’t know about you, but I am very motivated by food! Sometimes going to bed early means I’m one step closer to having breakfast! So if the thought of getting up early scares you, you can make it less scary by having a yummy and nutritious meal waiting for you right when you wake up.

Most days, I don’t have time to make breakfast in the morning, so I have to have something super quick. So it’s either gotta be ready to go (like a banana) or made the night before. That’s why overnight oats are the COOLEST. THINGS. EVER. You can mix oats with fruits, honey, nuts, and milk in a mason jar the night before and just refrigerate it. Then boom it’s thick, creamy, and ready to eat by 6am when you’re still trying to figure out where the light switch is.

I recently discovered that Quaker has hopped on board with the overnight oats trend! I applaud them for being so quick to react to this social media trend. So good job Quaker!

Sometimes mixing your own overnight oats can be a little hit or miss in the taste bud department. You don’t really know what it’s going to taste like until the next day. So, if you’re new to this, try out Quaker Overnights Oats! They originally created over 20 recipes and narrowed it down to 4 flavor profiles. Quaker provided me all 4 flavors to try and lemme tell you… they taste REALLY GOOD! My fave flavor is Raisin Walnut & Honey Heaven!

All you have to do is pour in some milk (I use almond milk) the night before, stir and then just put the single serve container in the fridge overnight and the next morning a super delish breakfast will be waiting for you! A mix of 100% whole grain oats plus other grains, no artificial flavors and no added colors. TOTES YUM IN DA TUM.

#3. Schedule it in your calendar!

If you don’t plan for it, it aint gonna happen. So, I treat my workouts with the same importance as a meeting, a doctor’s appointment, or a date. I put it in my calendar with a time so that it’s set in stone. This way, I cannot miss it. Whether you schedule your workout 1 day before a week before – doesn’t matter – put it in your calendar and don’t be late!

#4. Set a few alarms in the morning.

This is real talk. When I have to get up REALLY early in the morning I have at least 3 alarms go off because I don’t trust myself.

First alarm: “Hey, you need to get up but I’ll be nice and give you a few extra minutes.”

Second alarm: “I said a few. Not 15 minutes. Get your butt out of bed.”

Third alarm: “It’s been 30 minutes now. I can’t believe I trusted you. GET. UP. NOW. OR ELSEEEEEE!!!!!”

#5. Turn up the music.

Don’t feel in the mood? Then PUT YOURSELF IN THE MOOD! Listen to some pop music or whatever gets you going in the morning. Put on your fave songs or even your fave podcast (have you listened to The Sheroic Podcast yet!?) to help motivate you.

Awakening the mind will awaken the body! Then you’ll be ready to sweat!

#6. Embrace the extra energy you’ll gain!

Look, I know waking up early sucks. But it only sucks until you realize HOW AWESOME IT FEELS! You’ll be done with your workout before other people even get out of bed! You’re going to be so efficient with your time, you will be glowing with energy, and you’ll be so much more driven to crush the day!

I hope these 6 tips will help you change your lifestyle in a way that will make you healthier and happier. Seriously though guys, I never ever thought I’d be the morning workout type. But look – I am living proof that YOU CAN CHANGE.

In fact, you can do anything if you want to. The hardest part is getting started. But once you get over the fear of how it’s going to feel, that fear will be replaced with excitement for a new type of life you’re going to be living. One that you once thought was impossible.

K now go try at least one of these tips and be a morning person with me! Comment below what time you normally wake up!

And a big, big thanks to The Quaker Oats Company for partnering with me on this blog post. I love me some yummy Quaker Overnight Oats in the morning! Really though, go try them. So good.

I’m looking for awesome peeps.

 

Hey guys!

I’m so thrilled to be opening up some new positions on the Blogifam team! We’re got loads of cool projects going on between our five brands (Blogilates, POPFLEX, PIIT28, POP Pilates, Sheroic) but we need more help! Personally, I’m feeling super excited about everything going on, but I also a bit overwhelmed. And by a bit, I mean I’ve been sleeping a LOT less. NOT GOOD.

I’m so so so happy with everyone on the team right now and I need more people who exude the same type of positive, passionate, and inspiring energy. Going to work feels like I’m going to a place where I get create cool stuff with friends! That’s the vibe I want to keep no matter how big our company gets. But it has to start with building a strong foundation with the right people. This is VERY VERY important to me. You’ve gotta be nice, hard working, open minded and ALWAYS willing to learn. If you’ve got cool ideas and aren’t afraid to execute, then perfect.

So, before I even tell you what the positions are, this is what you can expect as an employee of Blogilates (aka an official member of the Blogifam):

You will have a direct, positive impact on the world. Everything you create will be experienced by millions of people.
You can build your career here as fast and as big as you can create it. There are no corporate ladders to climb. But you need to build your own ladder.
You will come to work because you are driven by your passion. You will understand what it means to be in love with your job.
You will become part of a trusting family. The Blogifam will push you to be better, smarter, and stronger everyday.
Your dreams will come true as you help make our dreams come true. 
You will not be faced with ego, pride, and politics. That is not allowed here.

Got it?

Cool.

Here are the current positions that we are accepting applications for:

Artistic Graphic Designer

We’re adding another graphic designer to the team! If you’re a creative boss in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign…and have an eye for the what looks good, ➜ Apply here


Excellent Writer & Social Media Coordinator

Are your writing skills so good that they could make someone cry? Are you hyper aware of pop culture, the news, and all things Millennial? We’re looking for someone obsessed with creating engaging content for Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and all social channels. ➜ Apply here


Creative Assistant

If you’re someone who loves having your hands in a bunch of projects at once, this is going to be a super fun position for you. You’ll be assisting with video shoots, photoshoots, social media, post production edits, fashion design projects, and graphic design tasks. ➜ Apply here

Read the full descriptions on the Blogilates Career Page. Send your resume, cover letter, and portfolio to careers@blogilates.com.

Good luck and I cannot wait to add more family members to the team!

5 SCARY Things That Happen When You Don’t Sleep!

Sleep is something that I used to take for granted when I was younger. I thought I could get more done if I slept less – like sneaking in a workout at 12am instead of going to bed, or pulling all nighters in college to finish up a paper instead of just getting it done earlier in the week. I was a perfectionist and a procrastinator.

My night owl habits started in 7th grade and I didn’t stop this unhealthy habit of not sleeping enough until just a couple years ago. Unfortunately, it took me a LONG time to realize that my lack of sleep was one of the main reasons for my weight issues and stress! 

Crazy right? You wouldn’t think so! But nearly 87% of Americans say they have trouble falling asleep, and if you’re one of them, listen up! I want to help you sleep more because I need you to be happy and healthy! So I’ll start off by scaring you into sleeping more :)

Here are 5 things that could happen if you don’t sleep enough!

#1. You’ll start looking old

You know how you get dark circles under your eyes after a few nights of bad sleep? Turns out that if you continuously don’t sleep enough, those eye bags are basically permanent.

Research shows that when you don’t get enough rest, your body releases a stress hormone called cortisol. In excess amounts, it can break down skin collagen – the protein that keeps your skin smooth and young.

On top of that, lack of sleep makes your body release less human growth hormone – the thing you need for daily tissue repair. It’s only during DEEP sleep that human growth hormone can be released. So if you want to stay looking young…channel your inner sleeping beauty!

#2. Your memory will deteriorate

I’ve always had such a hard time remembering people’s names or choreography for a POP Pilates routine, but I never knew it was something I could control!

If you’re trying to learn something new, like a language, you can learn it to a certain point with practice. But then when you go to bed, something happens to strengthen those practice skills that actually makes you learn it better. This process is called consolidation.

Studies have shown that college students who don’t get enough sleep have worse grades than those who do.

So bottom line? Better sleep means you’ll learn better and remember more.

#3. Your creativity will diminish

Sleeping more makes you emotionally and creatively sharp! If you’re an artist, a writer, a musician, an entrepreneur or anyone who wants to get creative and work outside the box – you need to get adequate sleep to perform your best!

While you sleep, your brain not only consolidates memories to make them stronger, it also reorganizes and restructures them. Researchers at Harvard and Boston College actually found that people can strengthen the emotional parts of their memory during sleep.

So…this means that if I’m trying to choreograph a new POP Pilates routine during the day, and I’m having a hard time remembering that after the 8 planks jacks I need to go to 4 hip twists during the chorus, then my brain will help me memorize that during sleep. My feelings of confusion during this part will be deposited somewhere in my brain. So the next day when I get to that very part where I keep messing up, I’ll remember “OH CONFUSION! This is the plank jack to hip twist part!”

Clever huh?

#4. You’ll gain weight

Unfortunately, this is something that I didn’t realize until a few years ago. Lack of sleep messed with my metabolism, which messed up the hormones in my blood, making me feel hungry all the time. So I ended up overeating without really knowing it. And to add on to that…my lack of sleep caused stress on my body which resulted in high levels of the hormone cortisol and then an extra deposit of fat in my lower belly specifically.

Similarly, researchers at the University of Chicago found that dieters who were well rested lost more fat, whereas dieters who were sleep deprived lost more muscle mass. And you KNOW you don’t want to be losing that muscle we all work so hard for!

#5. You’ll feel angry for no reason

Sleep and mood are very closely connected! When you don’t sleep enough, you become irritable and stressed out!

University of Pennsylvania researchers tested subjects on 4.5 hrs of sleep a night for a week and the people reported feeling angry, sad, and mentally exhausted. And then you’re likely to enter a vicious cycle…where you can’t sleep because you’re stressed out!

When the subjects of the study resumed their regular sleep hours, they reported feeling so much happier! So if you feel down in the dumps sometimes and have no idea why, check your sleep patterns.

Okay, now here’s how you can get more sleep…and better quality sleep!

Stretch or meditate before bed to slow down your body and prepare it for sleep.
Have an intense workout earlier in the day. This always tires me out and makes me sleep like a baby.
Set your phone to “do not disturb” so that you’re not answering texts late at night.
Try not to look at your phone in bed. The light makes it hard for me to fall asleep.
Try reading a book before bed. This helps calm my mind and naturally makes me drift away.
Try to go to bed at the same time every night to create a routine that your body can follow.

Usually these tips work for me, but sometimes when I’m jet lagged and my time zones are all super messed up, I take ZzzQuil to help me fall asleep. It makes me fall asleep in as little as 20 minutes! It’s my little trick for getting my 7-8 hours of sleep after big trips. I don’t have time or energy to waste on readjusting to time, so if any of you have trouble falling asleep you might want to try ZzzQuil. I always get quality sleep and wake up feeling really refreshed.

And don’t worry, it’s not a pain med. I’ve never become dependent on it and I only use it when I need it. All it does is block the histamine in your body to help you fall asleep fast.

So guys, I hope you have decided to make sleep a part of your daily routine! It’s just as important as exercising and eating clean, but probably one of the easier things to do on your health journey. Whatever’s keeping you up – your boss, your boyfriend, your bills – just shake it off and go to bed. You’ll wake up a lot more creative and happy.

And big thanks to ZzzQuil for partnering with me on this video to encourage you guys to sleep more!

Good night!

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Okay. I’m finally doing this.

 

I didn’t grow up rich. In fact, it was far from that. My family brought me up in a shack – literally it was a converted wooden garage. 1 bed, 1 bath for 4 people. It would flood when it rained too hard. We had mouse traps everywhere because the mice would eat away at our bags of rice.

My parents taught me and my sister that money was hard to come by and that if we wanted it, we had to save it and work for it. To give you some perspective, McDonald’s was considered a fancy dinner.

So growing up, I always worked hard to earn what I needed. I NEVER ever asked for anything. That humble attitude right there is what has helped me become the entrepreneur that I am today – a girl who (I hate bragging but to get the point across I need to say this, so excuse me!) eventually built 4 internationally successful brands: Blogilates, POP Pilates, POPFLEX, and PIIT28 from scratch, never asking for a dime.

You know the bubbly fitness instructor, but there’s more that goes on behind the scenes. Guys, this is the side of me that I have ALWAYS wanted to share with you. I want you to get to know me for real.

So, over the past 2 years I’ve been hesitating over the idea of starting a podcast in order to share these stories with you. I wasn’t sure if you’d care to listen. Like, do you only want tips on how to get “flat abs and toned arms”? If I showed you more of me, would you be like “well that’s unnecessary”?

Well, guess what? I always follow my heart, not my hesitations. And my heart is telling me to do this.

So here it goes.

Guys, I’m soooooo thrilled to announce that I’m launching “The Sheroic Podcast” on June 21 with one of my best friends and a fellow female entrepreneur Lisa Bilyeu, @lisabilyeu!

YAYYYY!!!! Guys I am SOOOO EXCITED!

I really want you to get to know Lisa because she is an incredible, smart, successful and down to earth Shero that you need in your life too! So watch this video to prep yourself for what’s to come:

You next task is to go follow @besheroic! And go subscribe to “The Sheroic Podcast” on iTunes and Stitcher! The first full length episode drops next Wed June 21!

I can’t wait guys. I literally can’t wait for you to hear the podcast. We’re covering everything from body image to entrepreneurship to love to jealousy to competition to failure to following your dreams and pretty much any topic you want to hear our opinion on. It’s going to be raw, real, and deep. Just the way I like it ;)

Oh and because I am a huge visualizer, take a look at my phone background!

I thought you guys might want it too…so here’s the official Sheroic phone background! Just save the image and make it your wallpaper! We can be twinsies :)

Hope you like it! Let’s all channel our inner Sheroes and prepare for a successful launch on June 21!

Alright now go comment and ask a question that you want answered on the podcast. GO!

Why I’m no longer ashamed of crying

I’m an emotional person. When I’m happy, I jump up and down, clap like a seal, and cry.  When I’m upset, my body starts to shake, my voice quivers, and I cry.  When I’m grateful, I smile and get glassy-eyed until I cry.  

I used to hate the fact that I showed too much emotion around people. But especially in business. My dad always told me that my emotions would get in the way of my success as an entrepreneur…that people wouldn’t take me seriously if I cried during a meeting or negotiation. Makes sense…

But…

I don’t cry in meetings or negotiations. I’m not fragile when it comes to situations where I know exactly what I want and what I need to do to get it. Reality has proven that my emotions have helped me succeed in business because it’s taught me to follow my heart.

Outside of business though…I cannot hold back the tears! It’s nothing to be ashamed of though because I’ve come to understand that emotions are a beautiful and very necessary part of the human experience. Tears are the liquid droplets of my soul that you get to see when I’m FEELING. 

Crying doesn’t mean I’m weak, it means I’m strong enough to share with you my vulnerability.

So if any of you out there are criers too – embrace it. It’s part of you! And it’s better than not feeling at all! Anyway, here’s a picture of me smiling and NOT crying because that’s a good look for me.

I have a soft body. So what?

No matter how proud I am of my fitness achievements, there’s always someone that will say “Not to be rude but why is Cassey still fat after all these years of working out? She looks bulky and has rolls.”

I’m not writing this so you can tell me to “ignore the haters” because I don’t think this person is a hater. I think this person is genuinely asking why I’m not stick thin or ultra muscly like all the other trainers out there. And the truth is, I ask myself this all the time. If most people did what I did workout wise and eating wise, they would probably be stick thin or ultra muscly.

But not me. I have a soft body.

But I’m accepting that because my body is so much more than a loud billboard. My body is a novel with an intricate story.

I’ve been there – skinny and toned. But I was miserable. I could not function at my optimal levels in other areas of my life. So today, I choose to be happy with this body while being happy with the all the other cool things I’m getting to accomplish in business, relationships and creativity. My body is so much more than how it looks. I love my body for what it CAN DO.

And for anyone thinking that I’m making an excuse for my soft body, NOPE. I’m still working everyday to get stronger. My body is simply a result of the work, not the goal…and hey, nothing’s over til I die, so I’ll keep trying new things until that day comes!

Please remember that EVERY BODY IS DIFFERENT! There is no one right way to lose fat or gain muscle. We’re all formulated differently. It’s in our genes! So each of our prescriptions for diet and exercise will be different.

What I can say though is that I don’t count calories anymore and I surely don’t spend more than an hour working out a day. Sometimes it’s only 28 minutes! And I FEEL. GOOD. POWERFUL. UNSTOPPABLE.

If you’re looking for something new to challenge your body and mind with – try PIIT28 or get certified as a POP Pilates Instructor. I hope one of these programs can help you guys find what works for you! Remember to love your body and never stop working hard! Love you so much!

This June Workout Calendar will make you :)

Hey guys!

It’s the beginning of a brand new month and in just a few weeks…it will be the official start of Summer! Ahh!!! My favorite month of all! It’s perfect romper weather. I am just swimming in glee :)

Alright, now can we talk about the cal? Because we ‘gon talk about the cal.

Last month was all focused on the 6-Week Body Toning Bootcamp, so quite a few passionate POPsters were upset at repetitive workout plan for May. For those of you who embraced the shake up and saw new changes in your body – thank you! And for those of you who were like “nope, not for me”, thank you too for your vocalness.

For June, I’m going back to classic Blogilates style where you’ll find a ton of variety in the workout selection! Check it out:

Download Linked PDF  |  Download Hi-Res JPEG

Isn’t it so pretty and summery? I love it! If I were you, I’d download the JPEG and make it my desktop background! That way, you’ll feel accountable and won’t miss a workout! Also, take advantage of the linked PDF. Just click on the video name and boom, it’ll start playing. No time wasted looking for the right vid!

This month is the start of the Apartment-Friendly series on my channel! Even if you’re not going to try my first workout now, just click play so you can look at this cool loft I shot in…

AHH isn’t it amazing!? I am in LOVE with the plants, the brick, the string lights…EVERYTHING!

I think your neighbors will be very happy to not hear you jumping all over the place! But this doesn’t mean that the workouts won’t be intense. PUH-LEEZE. We’ll be working out to the music and flowing hard. It’s gonna be fun and fierce!!!

Also!

If you’re wondering where all my workout clothes are from, they’re all POPFLEX! Durr! The black top I’m wearing is brand new. The Danger Tank comes in Night and Cabernet!

I love this tank so much and have been waiting to release it for a long time! I wear a size 4 if that helps any of you make a decision! Make sure you guys read the “Stylist’s Tip” on the site if you’re unsure on whether to size up or down etc.

Okay, let’s all promise ourselves that we’re going to have an AMAZING JUNE!!! C’mon let’s work hard and enjoy the results we earn by doing so.

Love you so much!

Thank You Kind Stranger…

“Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” – Scott Adams

The other day when Sam and I were in Singapore, we were in line for some smoothies, needing to desperately hydrate ourselves from the scorching hot sun. I had just taught a huge class at Fitness Fest and was feeling nauseous and weak from the heat.

The only thing I wanted was an ice cold smoothie. We searched around and eventually found a smoothie stand by our hotel. It looked like an oasis in the desert.

I looked at the menu and picked the one with fresh mangoes and dragonfruit in it. I could’t wait for the sweet and tangy nectar to cool on my tongue. Sam picked one that was a little creamier – something with yogurt and matcha.

When we pulled out our wallets to pay, the cashier shook her head and told us that she could not take MasterCard or Visa. Darn, I thought. We didn’t have time to change our currency because we basically flew in, got off the plane and went straight to work. Besides the credit cards, we only had US dollars. But, it would not suffice.

Feeling defeated and very dehydrated, we walked away when a complete stranger said “I’ll pay for them.”

Wait…what?

We turned around to see this young man walking towards the counter with some Singaporean cash, urging the cashier to take it. We kept telling him “No, please don’t” but he insisted.

The thing that happened next was beautiful.

The cashier saw his kindness and whipped up a free smoothie for him while blending 2 for us. Of course the young man insisted that she take the money for his smoothie too. She didn’t want to and kept denying it. But, eventually the guy won and she reluctantly accepted it.

All 3 of us patiently waited for our smoothies in an awkward, beautiful and grateful silence. I didn’t really know what to say because I was so taken aback emotionally. We tried to offer him our US dollars but he would have none of it. After a few minutes, we all got our drinks, and we thanked him endlessly. Then, we parted ways. Probably never to see each other again.

But, I’ll never forget him.

How could a complete stranger who didn’t even know me do something like that for me? His random act of kindness means so much to me and speaks VOLUMES about his character. A genuinely good human who isn’t asking for anything in return. A kind human who just wants to help. That’s who I want to be everyday.

Ahh…this is what we need more of in the world. THANK YOU STRANGER, not only for the smoothie, but for inspiring me to be more giving. I will not let your kindness go to waste. The ripple will continue to spread.

Thank you.

A lil YOLO ain’t gonna hurt nobody

Hey guys! 

I’m currently in Tokyo right now on a layover from Singapore to LA! I just downloaded the WordPress App on my phone in hopes that it can help me blog more frequently while on the go. It’s something I’m REALLY trying to work on!

I used to blog 7x a week a few years ago and now I’m lucky if I get 1 in a week. I think with the expanse of social media, releasing content on several platforms a day has become very taxing. In many ways, IG has become my new mini blog but it’s only because it’s “easier” to write captions and get quick thoughts out. The problem is…the IG follower is not typically a reader type! They’re usually more visual! So I really do want to share my personal thoughts here on the blog as much as possible.

And so far…I’m loving the app!! Currently about 8 minutes into using it FYI.

I’m sitting at the airport trying to sneak in a post before I get on the plane and I think I can do this all from my phone!