Ditch Your Resolutions (Learn to Set Intentions Instead!)

What’s up with New Year’s resolutions? Why is the beginning of January so different than the beginning of other months? At least for me, there’s something about the beginning of a new season that feels...

Monthly Goals
Every month, I set a few focused goals in the areas of my life I want to improve. These are my monthly goals for January. | Belle Brita

My 2019 Mantra and the Return of Monthly Goal-Setting

I’m not the sort of person who makes New Year’s resolutions. They just don’t work for me. I’ve also never chosen a Word of the Year before. I’ve thought about it, but a word has…

Books
2018 was another year for the books! This recap covers everything I read in 2018 with reviews and recommendations, plus reading goals for 2019. | Belle Brita

My 2018 in Books: What I Read and Loved

2018 was another great year for the books–and yes, I mean that literally. I did a better job of setting aside time to read. I visited my local library more often while also working my…

Holidays
Are Zazzle holiday cards right for you? Check out this review of Zazzle custom New Year's cards! | Belle Brita

Celebrate the Holidays with Zazzle Custom Cards

I received Zazzle holiday cards in exchange for my review. This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own. Like all sponsored posts, my Zazzle holiday card review is completely honest. My husband and…

Health
Don't accept dull skin this winter. Try one of these 5 tips to brighten dull winter skin! | Belle Brita

5 Easy Ways to Brighten Dull Skin This Winter

Ah, winter. Shorter days and longer nights. Colder temperatures and drier air. You probably bundle up in layers to protect your body from the cold, but what are you doing to protect your skin? Biting…

Holidays
Find the best gifts for everyone on your Christmas list with this ultimate travel gift guide! Practical gift ideas for anyone who loves to travel. | Belle Brita

The Ultimate Travel Gift Guide

2018 has been a great year for my husband and me, but it’s certainly been busy. I think we traveled more this year than any previous year in our relationship! Orlando, Japan, Denver, southern California,…