LIFESTYLE BLOG
Reconnect: Strengthen Your Business, Career, and Personal Life
It’s easy to lose touch with colleagues, business connections, and even close friends. Life gets busy, priorities shift, and before you know it, months or even years have passed without meaningful interactions. However, reconnecting with people from your past can be a powerful way to strengthen your business, career, and personal life. By reigniting relationships, you can uncover new opportunities, gain fresh perspectives, and reinforce meaningful connections that contribute to personal and professional growth. Let’s explore why reconnecting is essential and how you can do it effectively. Why Reconnecting Matters Unlock New Opportunities – Reconnecting with former colleagues or mentors can lead to
The Power of Rest: Sleep as a Leadership Strategy
Women often juggle multiple responsibilities—balancing careers, businesses, and personal lives while striving for success. The pressure to perform at peak levels can sometimes lead to sacrificing sleep, but a good night's rest is one of the most essential tools for sustainable success. Prioritizing quality sleep is not just about feeling refreshed; it’s about optimizing cognitive function, emotional well-being, and long-term health. The Science of Sleep: Why It Matters Sleep is a biological necessity, not a luxury. It plays a vital role in cognitive function, memory retention, decision-making, and emotional regulation—all critical components for women in leadership positions. According to research, adults need
The Sacred Art of Self-Care: Why You Deserve More Than Just Me Time
Written by Cryss Simmons, Founder of Lamb and Honey New Year, Fresh Start, Right? Riiiigggghht! This is what we tell ourselves all the time. We’re barely into the new year, and already, the world is throwing “new year, new me” energy at us. Vision boards, goal-setting, detox teas - everybody has got a plan for how this year is supposed to go. But before we jump into the doing, can we pause for a moment and talk about being? Because if we’re honest, a lot of us spent last year running on fumes, showing up for everyone but ourselves. We gave, we poured,
The Return of Educational Entertainment: Learning, Laughing, and Leading with THIS IS IT NETWORK™
Featured image from recent event with The Hivery by photographer Kristen Loken In a world where content is constantly vying for our attention, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the noise. But what if the content we consumed did more than just entertain? What if it empowered us, educated us, and inspired real action? At THIS IS IT NETWORK™, we are bringing back the magic of educational entertainment—a dynamic fusion of learning and laughing that creates tangible change in the lives of remarkable women worldwide. We believe that growth and joy are not mutually exclusive. In fact, they are essential partners
Empowering Voices: Tough Conversations on Women’s Health
Women's health is a vital topic that often gets sidelined due to societal taboos, discomfort, and a lack of open dialogue. However, engaging in tough conversations about women's health is crucial for raising awareness, promoting prevention, offering support, and driving advocacy. Breaking the silence can save lives, improve quality of life, and empower women to take control of their health journeys. Raising Awareness Awareness is the first step toward change. Many women remain unaware of the risks associated with common health issues such as infertility, maternal health, breast cancer, cervical cancer, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and heart disease—the leading cause of
From Juice Boxes to Kombucha: Breaking the Judgment Cycle Among Moms
By CJ Stasik Motherhood often feels like a club where nobody’s quite sure of the rules—but everyone has an opinion. You’ve got the Pinterest moms, the crunchy moms, the workaholic moms, the soccer moms, the Instagram-perfect moms, and a whole lot of us somewhere in between, wondering which camp we fit into (if any). Spoiler: It doesn’t matter. Because here’s the truth: There’s no wrong way to mom. I’m a Little Crunchy—and a Little Not I’m what you might call “semi-crunchy.” On any given day, I’m somewhere between a mindfulness guru and a corporate professional with a packed schedule. For instance: When my youngest
How to Conquer Post-Holiday Toy Overload
Written by Evelyn Cucchiara The holidays are a magical time, but they often leave parents and kids buried under a mountain of new toys. While the influx of new items brings joy, it can also create chaos and overwhelm. That’s where my S.A.N.E. method comes in—Sort, Arrange, Name, and Empower. I’m The Toy Tamer, and I organize playrooms. My proven system organizes your playroom in a way that’s simple, sustainable, and supportive of your child’s growth. By following my S.A.N.E. method, you can turn the post-holiday clutter into a well-ordered haven that sparks creativity and fun. Start by sorting toys into categories,
Your 2024 Tax Checklist
Written by Charese Chambers Hello, fellow tax warriors! It's that time of year again when numbers dance in your dreams, and tax forms multiply like rabbits. But fear not! With a bit of planning and organization, you can breeze through tax season like a pro. Start Early & Get Organized The key to reducing stress during tax season is to start organizing your tax information as early as possible. A well-structured tax organizer includes all your relevant details—personal info, income, deductions, and more. Use last year's tax return as a guide to prepare for 2024. Remember, being organized is half the battle won! Mark
Infertility Support Networks That Won’t Give You the Ick
Written by Dr. Jennifer Hintzsche Whether you’re new to the club or a longtime member, infertility doesn’t really get any easier to deal with, psychologically or otherwise. It’s a situation often likened to “walking a winding path” or “riding a rollercoaster of emotions,” though these analogies feel just a tad reductive considering the absolute hell we’re put through when trying to conceive. No pat on the back or Hallmark card can lessen the blow of crying over the blood in the toilet that indicates another unsuccessful cycle. Throughout my struggle with infertility, I was searching for someone who “got it.” A safe place
Workshop Special – The Wheel of Life
Written by Jodi Silverman Welcome to 2025! By now you’ve either made your New Years resolutions and maybe even started taking action on them, and if you’re like most, it’s not going the way you intended. It’s OK, most resolutions don’t work out and here’s my take on why. Resolutions tend to look and feel like a Should Do List and usually requires creating new habits by going from zero to 100 at the stroke of midnight. A perfect example is the resolution that sounds like this-”I’m going to go to the gym 5 days a week this year and really get
TikTok is Shutting Down, Now What?
Written by Keshia Butler-Thomas Change can feel overwhelming, especially when it happens on a platform as influential as TikTok. For years, creators and businesses have relied on TikTok’s unique blend of short-form videos, catchy sounds, and viral challenges to build loyal followings and drive sales. But here at LCK Consulting Services, we believe that every ending paves the way for an even bigger beginning. Just because one door is closing doesn’t mean your social media journey is over, in fact, it could be the perfect time to reinvent, diversify, and come back stronger than ever. Rather than seeing this as a setback,
Finding Inner Strength After a Rough Week (or Month)
Life has a way of throwing curveballs when we least expect them. Whether it's a challenging project at work, personal setbacks, or just the overwhelming pace of daily responsibilities, rough weeks are inevitable. However, it's during these difficult times that we have the greatest opportunity to discover our inner strength. Acknowledge Your Feelings The first step to finding inner strength is acknowledging how you feel. Suppressing emotions can lead to burnout and prolonged stress. Give yourself permission to feel frustrated, sad, or even angry. Journaling your thoughts or talking to a trusted friend can help you process these emotions and gain clarity. Reconnect