gratitude

January 20, 2026

trying not to take it for granted.

It’s so easy to be hard on ourselves in the present tense. Sometimes we lose sight of exactly how far we’ve come. I’ve been a mother for almost thirteen years, which I realize is something I often take for granted. Growing up, I watched my mom struggle as a teen mom, and heard stories of Continue reading

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About Kristi

Kristi is a sales executive, writer, mother, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt from Connecticut. She is a first-generation college graduate with a B.S. in psychology, and has been independently studying human behavior, health and nutrition for over ten years. Kristi is passionate about educating others in the areas of emotional intelligence, resilience, and building mental toughness. Her subjects of interest include neuroscience, behavior change, and overcoming early life adversity. When she isn’t on the mats or lifting weights, she can be found spending time at the beach or in the kitchen with her daughter.

gratitude

trying not to take it for granted.