The Cozy Cauldron

One habit that has improved my life the most is definitely reading. It’s one of my biggest hobbies and one of my favorite forms of self-care. I work in mental health, where taking care of myself isn’t just important—it’s necessary. Escaping into a fantasy world gives me a chance to disconnect from the stress of everyday life and recharge so I can continue helping others. Every now and then, I also enjoy diving into a good thriller.

Writing is another habit that has a positive impact on my life, although it’s something I’ve often pushed aside. Lately, though, I’ve been making a conscious effort to dedicate more time to it, and that’s been a huge win in my book.

It’s been a busy weekend, but after decorating my personal laptop with my new book and writing stickers, I wanted to make it a point to sit down and write a longer post tonight. My goal is to write at least three posts a week and build a regular writing routine again.

I love being a mom, a wife, and a crisis interventionist, but I also love feeling like my best self. Focusing on the things I enjoy most—reading and writing—helps me stay connected to that version of myself. After a long weekend, I don’t want to find myself feeling burnt out, so staying up a little later tonight just to carve out some “me time” feels completely worth it. I want to make more space for the parts of me that exist beyond the many roles I have, because taking care of myself helps me show up even better for the people who count on me.