No matter how fun Thanksgiving may be, being surrounded by your loud family for 12+ hours is always chaotic and draining. Enter, retail therapy. I am not ashamed to admit that Black Friday/Cyber Monday is my "Treat Yo' Self" weekend and it should be yours, too! Here’s a list of killer sales and perfect treats for you and you alone ;)
Read MoreYou are probably aware of Thanksgiving’s problematic history (the root of which is Native American oppression) and may feel a sense of discomfort when celebrating the holiday. But this year you don’t have to swallow your shame with wine and turkey—you can acknowledge Thanksgiving’s troubling history while participating in your family traditions. I’ve shared six ways to do so, a few including alternative holidays for you and yours.
Read MoreAfter you fill out your ballot, be sure to take mobilize those close to you to vote as well! Here are six simple steps on how to do so.
Read MoreIt is time to build the tools, fortify the armor, and craft the methods you need to attack your goals head on. The Keen Kind is focusing on work-life balance, introspection, passions turning into careers, happiness over monotony, success stories from others, and more. Together let’s wrestle down our responsibilities, needs, and wants, and rearrange them to get the most out of our days.
Read MoreTime to plan out the month of September! In this plan-with-me I share my bullet journal monthly spread, reflection page, bujo materials, and new tricks I’m trying in my planner to keep organized.
Read MoreThe #keenongratitude challenge is an exercise in which you document what you are grateful for everyday until the end of August. The rules are simple:
1) Write out three things you are thankful for (either on IG stories using the provided templates or a piece of paper)
2) Your list must include at least one privilege you rarely consider (i.e., access to fresh water, a living wage, etc.)
3) make a new list daily until the end of August
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