Why I Dye My Hair Pink Every October I’ve been thinking a lot about what it means to choose pink hair each October. You might wonder: “Why pink?” or “Why October?” My story, and why pink hair Growing up I always loved reading and writing. Writing gave me a voice when I didn’t always feel…
Author: Caysey
Why October Is the Perfect Month to Start Moving
Why October Is the Perfect Month to Start Moving October is a season of change. The air cools, the leaves shift color, and routines begin to settle after the rush of summer. It’s also the perfect time to look ahead and not just to the holidays, but to the version of ourselves we want to…
Filtered Ambition
Filtered Ambition: How Social Media Warps Our Goals Without Us Realizing We scroll. We double-tap. We save inspirational quotes and watch strangers live curated lives that seem impossibly perfect. Social media was supposed to connect us and used as a network but somewhere along the way, it started to reshape our ambitions, too. 📱 The…
Logging Off to Tune In: Digital Minimalism.
Logging Off to Tune In: Digital Minimalism and the Psychology of Online Validation We live in a world where our worth can feel like it’s measured in likes, views, and followers. Where every post is a performance, and every scroll is a silent comparison. Where we chase connection but often end up feeling more disconnected…
📚 From Flash to Epic: Breaking Down the Types of Stories
Stories come in all shapes and sizes, and each form offers a unique experience to both the writer and the reader. At the shortest end of the spectrum, flash fiction delivers powerful impact with incredible brevity… It’s often under 1,000 words. These stories rely on precision and suggestion to evoke emotion or spark the imagination,…
Jaded but Joyful: Navigating your 20s
Jaded but Joyful: Navigating Your 20s with a Bruised Heart and a Bright Soul Your 20s are marketed like a highlight reel with freedom, adventure, love, success, and the kind of self-discovery that’s supposed to feel like a spiritual awakening in Bali. But for many of us, it’s more like waking up in your tiny…
Baked Tuscan Chicken
Baked Tuscan Chicken Cals 471 | Protein 32 | Carbs 17 | Fat 32 This juicy baked tuscan chicken made in a creamy sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes is the perfect low-carb meal, rich in Italian flavors. High protein and gluten free. Prep: 15 minutes | Cook: 35 minutes | Total: 50 minutes Servings:…
Buzzing into the -ber Months
As August wanes and the calendar edges toward September, North Carolina begins its slow, sweet descent into the “-ber” months as I like to call them. September, October, November, and December. Locals know this shift isn’t just about cooler temps or pumpkin spice lattes. It’s a sensory transformation, a subtle hum in the air that…
Chapel of the Holy Cross + The Best Sunset Overlook in Sedona
Finding Peace in the Red Rocks: My Visit to the Chapel of the Holy Cross, Sedona I didn’t go to Sedona looking for a spiritual awakening. Honestly, I just needed a break from the noise, from the questions swirling in my head, from the ache I couldn’t quite name. My spiritual journey with God hasn’t…
Slide Rock State Park + Bell Rock Climb | Sedona, AZ
Adventuring Through Nature’s Water Park: Slide Rock State Park, Arizona If you’re craving a mix of adrenaline, natural beauty, and refreshing waters, Slide Rock State Park in Arizona delivers all that—and more. Nestled in the heart of Oak Creek Canyon just outside Sedona, this park is a hidden gem that feels like a secret playground…