Joyful Stephanie Day: A New Holiday For Self-Care & Authentic Living

If I could have something named after me, I would want it to be a holiday. An international holiday where everyone gets the day off, and still be paid for it. This holiday would be called, “Joyful Stephanie Day“. Joyful Stephanie Day recognizes the importance of living an authentic life that aligns with you own…

Celebrate Laughter: How Daily Joys Brighten Our Days

So many moments have me laughing throughout the day. It could be: First thing in the morning when we wake up, our large dogs Vinnie and Pebbles sense this as their cue to pounce on us with love and kisses. Laughing with Jenny, a wonderfully funny coworker who is a seasoned high school science teacher,…

The Mysteries Of Electricity And Spirituality

Originally Published: March 27th, 2025 2026 Most people, including myself, do not understand how electricity works. It is this thing that cannot be seen, but brings so much ease and comfort to our lives. When disconnected from electricity – life gets harder. Kinda like spirituality. I can’t see the loving, benevolent energy that connects us…

The Challenges Of Technology In Schools

Originally Published: March 26th, 2025 2026 I support students in a high school who have varied learning approaches. Some use assistive technology to help them through the day. This allows independence and freedom. However, chrome books need to be monitored because preferred activities such as watching YouTube can quickly replace expected school work. It’s an…

Setting Boundaries For A Healthier Me!

My goal is to lose weight as well as a return to a regular morning exercise routine that includes stretching while listening to a guided meditation to calm my mind. Therefore, I am setting boundaries with myself when I say “no” to buying lots of processed treats when grocery shopping, or “no” to myself when…