... for one day, you may look back & realize they were the big things.
-R. Brault
Hey there, cześć! Thanks for stopping by,
I'm so glad you're here. :)
Welcome to my corner of curiosity and discovery -
a space where I share bite-sized insights from psychology, travel, wellness and home improvement.
Quick question for you:
When was the last time you had a moment to slow down
and ask yourself what matters most?
No worries if you're struggling to answer - I would have been stunned if you had asked me this question a few years ago. For me, there was a time when life felt overwhelming. Most mornings, I gulped down my coffee and set out to brave the day wearing yesterday's burnout like a badge of honor. At times, I thought I was fueled to succeed to make my first-generation immigrant parents proud. But as one ambition turned into the next, I realized that I had been trying to prove my self-worth — not just to those around me, but also to myself.
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That shift launched me on a journey of self-discovery that radiated throughout all aspects of my life. And it all started with this seemingly small question.
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That's why I'm here, sharing my story. If you're craving to build a more fulfilling life, you don't have to start by making any drastic life-changing decisions (that would make pretty much anyone run for the hills). You can begin by simply setting an intention to notice the little things. Over time, it will enable you to slow down and find out what matters most to you. Maybe you'll end up wanting to make some big changes, or, maybe you'll just make some tweaks.
To document my journey and give you some inspiration for yours, I've created a space where curiosity and "discovering the little things" is encouraged. I'll share bite-sized discoveries from Psychology, Travel, Wellness & Home that you can infuse into your everyday life.​​ Come discover the little things with me!
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What qualifies me to do this?
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Pure force of will and interest. No, but seriously, I come armed with over a decade of experience in corporate data insights, a deep passion for learning, a pinch of humor, a healthy dose of imposter syndrome, and a never-ending supply of movie references. :)
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Why these four topics?
PSYCHOLOGY:
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One of the best investments I made in myself was going to therapy in my early 20's (and I still do). We spend years learning various subjects in school, but we never learn about how our individual brain works and we live each day with it, why is that? Outside of CBT therapy, I've also explored Exposure therapy, mindfulness and meditation practices, MBSR (Mindfulness Based Compassion Stress Reduction), hypnosis and executive coaching. ​​
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My husband would be the first to tell you that I have enough self-help books to open up a small bookstore. I also love podcasts from Happiness Lab and Mel Robbins.
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I've taken a few psychology classes and am currently training to be a hypnotist (blog post on that later)
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TRAVEL:
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Having been born in Poland and growing up in America, I've always felt I straddled two worlds. It's no surprise that I wrote my college admissions essay about my favorite place in the world: the airport. ​
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- I'm grateful I've had the opportunity to travel to 20 countries, each one with their distinct memories.
- My International Business program in college made me fall in love with cross-cultural psychology. I love learning about the differences and similarities of how other cultures think and behave.
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"Travel changes you.
As you move through this life
and this world,
you change things slightly, you leave marks behind, however small.
And in return, life - And traveL - leaves marks on you."
- Anthony Bourdain
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Wellness:
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Home
My Dad is the best handyman and I love to learn from him. One of my favorite childhood hobbies was helping him build Ikea furniture. ​
I've been a homeowner for five years and know how hard it is to keep on top of everything at home, while keeping it pretty and not losing your sanity.
After a decade-long career in retail and a growing concern for the environment, I began to crave a more minimalist style that would still allow me to blend in my creativity.
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