Hi, I’m Ivanna Baron. Welcome!
I’m a writer, encourager, and mental health and wellness advocate. I share my story and experiences to help and encourage others. Additionally, I share practical tips and tools that have helped me along my mental health and wellness journey. Learn more about me here and read my latest blog posts below. Thank you for visiting. I hope you find something helpful here.
READ THE LATEST
Six Ways To Cultivate More Joy In Life
Given the state of the world, it may feel challenging to find something to be joyful about, but that isn’t true. There are still so many things in life to find joy in. Today, I want to share Six Ways to Cultivate More Joy in Life.
How To Start Journaling For Wellness
Journaling has been part of my daily routine for many years, and I have benefited mentally and emotionally from keeping one. Journaling helps me process my thoughts and feelings by putting them on paper. Sometimes when I’m feeling stressed or overwhelmed, I’ll grab my journal and write out everything
Four Simple Ways To Improve Your Mood
Sometimes we may find ourselves feeling low and our spirits down for what seems like no good reason. We’ll feel a bit grumpy and don't want to do the things I need to do. Many factors can affect our moods, including sleep deprivation, low blood sugar, stress, diet, and hormones.
How To Read The Bible More Consistently
It’s a goal of mine to read the Bible every day. Most of the time, I do, but that only came after I created a reading habit and understood why I was reading it. Today, I want to share some tips that may help you create a Bible-reading habit and read the Bible more consistently.
How To Maintain Peace Of Mind
At times, the world can feel out of control and chaotic. So, I’ve learned that I must protect my inner peace as much as possible, especially as someone who experiences anxiety. This is not to say I ignore what’s happening in the world and forget about everyone struggling.
Practical Ways To Make Your Workday Less Stressful
I have been working a “9-5” job for all of my adult life. Over the years, I’ve discovered ways to make my work day less stressful and more enjoyable, and I’d like to share them with you today.
How To Advocate For Mental Health
Some people may never struggle with their mental health, and that’s great. But in 2021, nearly 1 in every 7 people (1.1 billion) around the world were living with a mental disorder, with anxiety and depressive disorders the most common
The Wellness Benefits Of Walking
I walk for 30-60 minutes most days of the week. I enjoy how walking makes me feel, and I love that it has been proven to have many health and wellness benefits. Today, I want to share some of these benefits with you. Walking has helped me so much mentally and physically, and I believe it can help you, too.
Encouragement To Enjoy Your Life Now
My purpose for this post is to encourage you to enjoy your life now and everything you have worked hard for and prayed for. Spend time reflecting on your blessings, practicing gratitude, and engaging with your current life before trying to add more to it.
How To Create A Sustainable Wellness Routine
When we begin a wellness journey, we want to set ourselves up for success, so we read, watch videos, listen to wellness podcasts, and more. We try to find the perfect wellness routine, eat the ideal calories, and exercise perfectly to reach our wellness goals quickly.
How I Started Trusting God With Anxiety
Today, I’m sharing my experience with anxiety and mental health. I’ll also share how inviting God into my mental health struggles and anxiety gave me the breakthrough I needed and has helped me cope with it even to this day.