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This Is 46: Anxiety, Hormones, and the Strength No One Sees
Mental Health Awareness Month Reminder At 46, I thought I’d feel more settled. Instead, I feel like a whole new anxious mind has been...

Nikki Lanigan
May 53 min read


The Power (and Exhaustion) of Being a Mom; Even on Vacation
There’s a moment on every family trip, even the relaxing ones, when I remember just how much “Mom” truly means. It’s not just a...

Nikki Lanigan
Apr 282 min read


How Many Voices Do You Have? Because I’m at Six and Counting
Have you ever listened to yourself mid-conversation and thought, “Wait… why do I sound like that?” Because same. Somehow, we all become...

Nikki Lanigan
Apr 144 min read


The Soundtrack of My Life
How Music and Movies Carry Our Memories and Ease Our Minds There are certain songs that do more than just play in the background. They...

Nikki Lanigan
Apr 74 min read


Where Did Kindness Go?
Lately, I can’t help but notice something that has been weighing on me. Everywhere I look, kindness seems to be slipping away. I see it...

Nikki Lanigan
Mar 313 min read


Clueless: What Cher Horowitz Can Teach Us (and Our Kids) About Confidence, Kindness, and Growth
A letter to one of the most iconic 90s movies, and the surprisingly deep life lessons we can carry into parenting, adulthood, and...

Nikki Lanigan
Mar 234 min read


How to Beat the Sunday Scaries, For You & Your Kids
Sunday nights hit differently when you’re a parent. Not only do you feel that creeping sense of Monday dread , but if you have kids, you...

Nikki Lanigan
Mar 164 min read


How Your Birth Order Shapes You (and Does It Differ for Males and Females?)
Have you ever looked at your siblings and thought, How are we even related? The firstborn is the responsible overachiever, the middle...

Nikki Lanigan
Feb 245 min read


Netflix’s Apple Cider Vinegar: A Must-Watch for Anyone in the Wellness Space
Disclaimer: I’m a firm believer in both Eastern and Western medicine, science, and holistic health practices. I trust medical doctors...

Nikki Lanigan
Feb 166 min read


What Pop Culture, Influencers, and Social Media Gets Right (and Wrong) About Fitness
On weekends I tend to binge listen to podcasts while I clean, do laundry, run errands, etc and scroll Instagram. One thing that is a...

Nikki Lanigan
Feb 104 min read


The Generational Divide: Why Gen Z and Gen Alpha Deserve More Credit
I’ve always been fascinated by generational differences, how we were raised, what shaped us, and how we see the world. As a mom to two...

Nikki Lanigan
Feb 35 min read


SHAKE YOUR HEAD NO, SHAKE YOUR HEAD YES
This phrase has stayed with me since my very first yoga class. I remember the instructor saying, “Always end on something positive.” ...

Nikki Lanigan
Jan 272 min read


From LA to Cleveland and Back Again
I don’t want to be a blogger capitalizing on pain from others. And I know the fires from Maui and hurricane Helene and Milton still have...

Nikki Lanigan
Jan 204 min read


Life Lessons From the Sidelines: Club Volleyball Season and Marathon Tournament Days
If you’ve ever been a club volleyball parent, you know the drill: early mornings, hours in folding chairs or bleachers, volleyball bags...

Nikki Lanigan
Jan 132 min read


Why I’ve Always Loved Award Season (and Still Do)
There’s something magical about award season that has always captivated me. The glitz, the glamour, the anticipation, it’s like a living,...

Nikki Lanigan
Jan 64 min read


Why I Still Do Elf On The Shelf With My Teenagers
I see it every year, and trust me I was that mom stressed trying to think of new hiding spots for our Elf on The Shelf. I was that mom...

Nikki Lanigan
Dec 16, 20243 min read


46 Things I’ve Learned in Business and Life
As I celebrate my birthday this December, I reflect on the experiences, challenges, and victories that have shaped my journey. Turning 46...

Nikki Lanigan
Dec 9, 20244 min read


Surviving the Holiday Chaos - Navigating Parenting with Ease
ANNNNDDDD it's December... The most wonderful time of the year. ERRR umm stressful! The holiday season brings a blend of joy and stress,...

Nikki Lanigan
Dec 2, 20244 min read


Why Thanksgiving “Turkey Burner” Workouts Are Doing More Harm Than Good
Every year, as Thanksgiving rolls around, so do the messages about “burning off” your Thanksgiving meal. You’ve probably seen it; fitness...

Nikki Lanigan
Nov 25, 20243 min read


Family, Reflection, and Finding Meaning in the Noise
Spending 48 hours in New York City was an adventure. This trip was more than just sightseeing and food stops. It was a chance to step...

Nikki Lanigan
Nov 18, 20244 min read
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