Hi, I’m Ivanna. I share my story and experiences to help and encourage others. Here, you’ll find practical tips and ideas for personal growth, wellness, and faith. Thank you for visiting; I hope you find something helpful here today.

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How To Be More Social As An Introvert

I don’t like to label people, including myself, but based on all the personality tests I’ve taken for work and by just knowing myself, I’m an introvert. An introvert is defined as “a person whose personality is characterized by introversion: a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone”. Yup, that’s me.

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Experience More Joy and Peace

When we look at the state of the world, some days it can feel challenging to find something to be joyful about and it can be really hard to maintain our inner peace. Today I want to share some ways to experience more joy and peace in life to feel your best each day.

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The Best Houseplants For Beginners

I’ve always loved how plants looked and made an atmosphere feel. Just a few years ago, I was a person who believed I could not keep a plant alive. But instead of giving up on having houseplants, I decided to research them and learn which plants are the easiest to care for.

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The Benefits of a Morning Routine

My morning routine is precious to me. It’s a part of my day that impacts the rest of my day, so I truly cherish it. I start with making a cup of coffee (of course), followed by reading and meditating on a few verses from the bible, praying, and writing in my journal.

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How To Show Gratitude and 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 in your current life before trying to add more and more to it.

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Three Reasons To Walk Every Day

I walk for 30-60 minutes most days of the week. I enjoy how walking makes me feel and love that it has been proven to have many fantastic health and wellness benefits. Today, I want to share some of the benefits of walking and how you can get the most out of your walking routine.

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Why I Take Frequent Breaks from Social Media

I’ve tried to quit social media many times, but I’ve always been drawn back to it. The main reasons I’ve stayed or returned to social media are for my friends, my family, blog readers, and the two people other than my husband who comment something nice on my posts. I love to feel like I’m positively impacting.

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How I Stay Motivated To Exercise

Exercise has been a big part of my life for as long as I can remember. It has helped me through some very dark times. I exercise daily and use it for mental and physical health. I understand that only some people are naturally drawn to or motivated to exercise. Today I’m sharing three tips for getting started and staying motivated to exercise.

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Mental Health Resources

When I first experienced an anxiety attack, I wanted to learn everything I could about it and what could be causing it so I could feel better and more like myself again. This was back in 2009, and the information I received was in printouts from my behavioral therapist.

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How To Start Journaling

Journaling has been a part of my daily routine for many years, and I have benefited mentally and emotionally from keeping a journal. 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 I think and feel.

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How To Read The Bible More

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.

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Tips For Creating A Sustainable Wellness Routine

Being “well” or achieving wellness requires consistently implementing healthy habits, even small ones, that add up over time. This includes regular exercise, healthy eating, rest, time with family and friends, and eating good food. Once we switch mindsets and understand wellness is a lifestyle, we can find joy in caring for our bodies.

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