Fifty-Eight and Figuring It Out
The real living happens in between the milestones — in the random Tuesdays, the quiet mornings, the average kind of days.
The Thief of Joy
Comparison steals our joy and convinces us we’re behind. Mary shares why letting go of comparison helps us embrace our messy, real, beautiful lives and step into becoming who we’re meant to be
You are not weak if you are stressed
Strong doesn't always look like holding it all together. Sometimes strong is unclenching your fists, taking a breath, and saying, 'I can't do it all today—and that's okay.
Back to Basics: Why Starting Again Isn't Failing
Back to basics doesn't mean back to nothing. It means building again—with more wisdom, more heart, and a little less fear this time.
Mindfulness in the Mess
Mindfulness isn’t something we have to carve out—it’s something we can live in. Even in the chaos. Even when the to-do list is long. In this reflection, Mary invites us to slow down, notice, and let the present moment be enough.
Let Them Come Anyway
"I usually get a pit in my stomach before hosting. Not because I don’t love gathering people, but because I want everything to be just so… Last week, I did something rebellious—I let it all be a little imperfect. And you know what? They came anyway."
Bread, Wine & Glow-Ups
“It’s not just about the glow-up — it’s about choosing yourself, every single day. About laughing at the memes and nourishing the temple. Because your body isn’t just a vessel; it’s sacred. And it deserves more than guilt and carbs… though we’ll always save room for both.”
A Month of Fridays: The Mic Drop Moment That Changed Me
“The same drive that helped me build, create, and show up... was also slowly draining me."
In this raw and honest reflection, Mary opens up about the mic drop realization that changed everything—and the quiet rebellion that followed. Her month of Fridays wasn’t just time off; it was a radical reclaiming of rest, balance, and self-worth. This post is your permission slip to do the same.
Unshaken: How Stoic Strength Shields Your Growth Journey
When your growth stirs discomfort in others, how do you stay steady? In this empowering piece, we explore the stoic mindset—not as cold indifference, but as quiet, grounded strength. Learn how to navigate resistance from others without shrinking your light. Discover what it means to rise with purpose, set boundaries unapologetically, and stay true to your why—because your story is yours to write.
🎶 5 Songs That Instantly Turn Mary Into a Main Character
You know those days when caffeine just isn’t cutting it? That’s when I hit play on my not-so-secret weapon: music. These five songs aren’t just background noise—they’re full-blown energy shifts, dance party starters, and confidence boosters that remind me exactly who I am.
5 Powerful Lessons from Atomic Habits That Can Change Your Life
“You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.”
This quote from Atomic Habits captures one of the book’s most transformative ideas: long-term success isn’t about setting bigger goals—it’s about building better systems that support consistent, sustainable growth.
Take Care of Yourself Like You Take Care of the People You Love
You deserve care not because you’re useful to others, but because you are human. You are worthy. Your well-being matters, even when no one else is watching.
Six Feet Away and Still Lonely: Reflections on Companionship, Connection, and What We Really Need
You can be surrounded by people, even loved ones, and still feel like your soul is in another room—unseen, untouched, unheard. Loneliness doesn’t always show up in silence; sometimes, it lives in the middle of a conversation.
The Power of Being Authentic in Middle Age
Middle age isn’t a crisis — it’s a clarifying force.
It’s the moment we stop asking, Who should I be?
And start asking, Who am I, really?