While I wouldn’t call myself lazy per say, I can’t say that I have the motivation and determination to work out on a consistent schedule. Or eat healthily 100% of the time. This girl loves her cupcakes, and I’m not about to give them up to go Keto. Or join the Whole 30. Or whatever other diet is so hot right now.

Sorry not sorry.

And I highly doubt I’m alone in these feelings. While there might be pressure to try the latest diet fads, for most of us, it’s not only not practical, it’s also not sustainable. For me, it’s all about those little daily hacks that keep me feeling good and healthy. It means indulging in the occasional cupcake, but maybe opting for a salad later. It means going outside more often and working those muscles, even if it’s just a power walk. Little things add up and can make a big difference to your physical appearance and also your mind too.

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may make a small commission if you click them and make a purchase at no cost to you. Some of the items in my outfit were provided as gifts (marked c/o) from the brand. All opinions are my own!

Spoiler alert: I’m not a fitness or health blogger. This isn’t going to be a post sharing how to get motivated to put two hours in at the gym and commit to a green smoothie a day. This is about the small hacks I make in my normal life to maintain my weight, get in more exercise, and still spend plenty of time watching Netflix in bed. ;)

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Jacket: Fabletics {similar} // Pull Over: Slalom Printed Pullover c/o Avalanche Outdoors // Jeans: Maddie Skinny Cuff c/o Jag Jeans // Sneakers: Brooks Revel in Black/White c/o Brooks Running

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Writing.

In the past, it was rarely a struggle for me. Then, 2017 happened and this girl lost her voice. It was still there, buried somewhere in my head wanting to get out, but somehow felt blocked and stifled. I had so many things going outside of blogging this past year that I had to put it in the backseat for my own sanity at times.

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Dress: Vintage {read my post all about vintage shopping here!} // Jacket: Vintage {similar at Forever 21 under $50!} // Boots: Who What Wear Collection “Keisa” Boots, $38 // Clutch: Everlane Fold Over {similar under $40 at Nordstrom!} // Sunglasses: Foster Grant {similar at Amazon under $10!}

Photos by Brittany Sue Photo

In the past, when things would happen to me, whether they were positive or negative, I would immediately want to start writing. But this past year has been tough in a way I didn’t expect. Our new house brought so many emotions: elation, joy, excitement. Then, it brought fear, dread, and for a fleeting moment, even regret.

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