Author Archives: Stephanie O'Farrell

The Inner Dialogue: Mastering the Art of Self-Talk
I do a lot of self-talk during challenging moments. This ranges from trying to run a little longer or faster and telling myself that I can do it and reminding myself what my goals are to moments I am ...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 19, 2025 Getty | skynesher

How to Create the Perfect Sock Curls: A Step-by-Step Tutorial
I love any and all time-saving tips. When I saw a trend for waking up with curled hair ready to go, I had to try it. All you need are a pair of medium to long length socks. Seriously, that's it. I fou...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 17, 2025

Seven Ways to a Stress-Free Easter Egg Hunt
Easter is a time for celebration. A time to feel renewed in remembering that Jesus died so that we could live. To reflect on the miracle that came from Jesus being resurrected from the tomb after His ...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 03, 2025

Has Your Love Language Changed?
My husband and I were at dinner recently with two of our best couple friends celebrating a milestone 40th birthday. We initially met over 14 years ago through a new parent's church group and our bond ...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 01, 2025

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
I love Reese's peanut butter cups. I especially love the Easter egg ones sold this time of year. They pack a lot of sugar and calories so while I do still treat myself to them, I like having other swe...
Stephanie O'Farrell Mar 24, 2025 Nanjan

Spring Cleaning on Spring Break: Ten Tips
Just when you finally put away all those Christmas decorations, we are now somehow already into Spring Break season. Are your plans less Hawaiian vacation and more stay-cation? You're sure to get crea...
Stephanie O'Farrell Mar 19, 2025

I Started Lent Late. Again.
I grew up Catholic. I attended Catholic school from kindergarten all the way through high school. I literally held the title "religious representative" for my small school's ASB in 7th and 8th grade. ...
Stephanie O'Farrell Mar 17, 2025 Getty | Kara Gebhardt

Easy High Protein Lunch: Pizza in a Bowl + Video Tutorial
I am in the office five days a week and try to bring my lunch at least four of those days. Not only does it save money but it also means I am less likely to grab something unhealthy just out of conven...
Stephanie O'Farrell Mar 08, 2025

Rainy Day Activity: Leprechaun Traps for St. Patrick's Day! (Includes Video for Ideas)
My daughter and her friends were bored one rainy day on their mid-winter break from school recently. So bored in fact that they liked an idea I had that I never would have thought middle schoolers wou...
Stephanie O'Farrell Feb 24, 2025

How to Stay Motivated and Not Fizzle Out
Only 25% of people actually stay committed to their resolutions after just 30 days. Less than 10% accomplish their goals (Columbia University). I didn't set new year's resolutions this year. I was jus...
Stephanie O'Farrell Feb 20, 2025 Getty | Portra