Breakup books above linked at the end of this post, some of which are affiliate links, FYI. I gain a tiny commission if any purchases are made through said links, which helps prevent me from moving back into my mom’s basement. I’ve been holding off on writing this for a […]
Social Media
Leaving @skinnypignyc and Being @darapollak
This is one of those moments that feels very self-indulgent and dramatic, but then I stop and think: aren’t all bloggers a little self-indulgent and dramatic? I have been toying with the idea of changing my handle to just my name for literally over a year now, and there’s a […]
Coffee: The Panic Attack Whisperer
I know this is very upsetting, but hear me out. Because I love coffee, so if I’m saying this, you know there’s a reason. Last week, I attended a friend’s wedding in Jersey with friends I grew up with (some of whom I hadn’t seen since pre-pandemic) and had a […]
Clubhouse and Social Media Burnout
If you’re not familiar with Clubhouse, I suggest giving it a Google. It’s supposed to be the next big thing, and I’ve been on it since November. That’s not a flex, I just happen to have a friend who has been on it for a while and she invited me […]
Angry Cooking and Catharsis
This post contains affiliate links. I make a small commission ONLY when you buy. When you’re going through a specific life event or trauma where you experience loss in some form, sometimes you’re angry and sometimes you’re sad. I know what you’re thinking: thanks for the groundbreaking info. But give […]
Heartbreak Anxiety, Meditation, and Vodka Sauce
As we approach the ever-dreaded holiday that is Valentine’s Day this Sunday, I thought I’d share some anecdotes of heartbreak anxiety and my recipe for Vodka sauce. Because well, I have a lot of vodka on hand these days. Here’s why. As some of you may know, I’m going through […]
Being Self-Aware and OK With Your Baggage
I know this may come as a shock to most of you reading this, and especially for those of you who know me, but I like who I am. I’m 36 years old and I’m pretty self-aware. I’ve been around long enough to know who I am, what I like, […]
Feeling Blue? Here’s Some Feel-Good Movies and Shows
I don’t think it’s much of a secret that we’ve had a bad year. Crying Cat above is the official meme of 2020. Now we’re in 2021 though so…yay? I am going through my own personal hell currently, so while I work on finding the courage to talk about it, […]
Resolutions Are Overrated, Try a Realistic Goal
GASP. Starting off 2021 with a pinch of cynicism, just the way I like it. Sorry to be blunt, but let’s be serious. People put such lofty goals and resolutions upon themselves every year that most of the time, they don’t achieve them or even come close. Why is that?? […]
National Restaurant Owner’s Podcast Interview w/Kyle Inserra
{Aired on December 20th, 2020} Catch my guest spot on the National Restaurant Owner’s Association Podcast, talking to host Kyle Inserra (mostly with my hands, as shown above) about all things restaurant marketing, social media, and pandemic problems. I took some of the questions we covered and turned them into […]