Posts tagged summer
Rock Your Curls
Rock Your Curls

What is one word that would describe summer for you?

For me, I think of SHINE! Perhaps it is because of the warm sunshine, or that every living thing seems so alive and free.

One of those things that I keep free and flowing during the summer is my hair. You see, those who have naturally curly or wavy hair will totally understand; no matter how hard you try to straighten your hair, heat or moisture cause it to go back to its flowing state. Therefore, in the summer, I spend less time straightening my hair, as there really is no point with the humidity and my love of being in the water.

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Arianna Merrittacceptance, Beach, Body image, cottage, curly hair, love, Self care, self-talk, self-worth, summer Comments
Summer Self-Care Tips
Summer Self-Care Tips

Happy Start to Summer! Hope you all had a wonderful weekend celebrating its arrival.

When I think back to my summers as a child, the term ‘care-free’ comes to mind. Being out of school, you can sleep in, go to camp, and pursue more activities you enjoy outside the classroom. How do you have fun in the summertime?

Summer has always been one of my favourite times of year, as it makes people get outside more and enjoy the sun and warmth. Especially in Canada, summer is the season for refueling after a LONG winter.

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Arianna Merrittacceptance, Beach, connection, paddling, professionals, Self care, self-worth, summer Comments
Learn to Ignore "Mosquitoes"
Learn to Ignore "Mosquitoes"

Have you ever tried going to sleep with a mosquito (mosquitoes) in the room? This problem is quite common in the summer, especially in the wilderness. The buzzing sound of the mosquito is quite distracting and can prevent many of us from falling asleep.  Wouldn’t it be fantastic if we ignored the sound of this small creature and focused on the bigger picture?!

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Arianna MerrittBullying Prevention, Communication, conversation, cottage, counselling, courage, creativity, focus, Learning, Mental Training, mosquitoes, positivity, relationships, self-reflection, speaking from the heart, stand tall, summer, thinking, thoughts Comments
Great Quote on Perseverance
Great Quote on Perseverance

What inspires you on your journey?

Inspiration can come from anywhere. Personally, other than deep conversations with others and beautiful surroundings, I use visual aides to encourage me. I love taking personal pictures and adding inspiring quotes to them. I think you will love this one about perseverance that I made yesterday!

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Arianna Merrittbeachcombing, dory, finding nemo, keep swimming, lake, life lessons, motivation, photography, Profiles of Perseverance Interview Series, speaking from the heart, stand tall, summer, swimming, the ellen show Comments
Blog Your Passion
Blog Your Passion

Establishing Yourself as a Life Blogger is about speaking from the heart, sharing your passion with others, and building community.

When people are looking for inspiration, instead of only going outward to others for answers, dig deep and look within. Write your posts as if you are speaking from your heart. Remember, people are coming to your blog to connect with you and hear your thoughts. Blogging is a conversation where you start talking and people respond.

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Arianna Merrittbeachcombing, blogging, blogging tips, building community, Coaching, Communication, conversation, counselling, creativity, Dream, inspiration, journaling, Learning, life, Lifestyle, Nature, outdoors, passion, reflection, relationships, self-reflection, speaking from the heart, stand tall, storytelling, summer, water Comments