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 —A collection of pep talks, snippets of my everyday life, and tips and tools to make room for more joy in your life. Hint hint: it’s easier than you think.

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Pursuing Joy: The Next Chapter

But, there was something missing, something that prompted me to revisit the purpose behind my words and how I envisioned it evolving in the future. SMA no longer felt like the theme of this blog.

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7 Valuable Lessons That Will Radically Change Your Life

Wherever you are in your life, a simple shift in mindset is all it takes to begin appreciating every little bit this life has to offer again. And, if you’re feeling a little lost today like I was, I hope you remember that this morning you woke up. You took deep breaths and smelled a pot of coffee and picked up your phone or tablet or laptop to come here and read this. You’re doing better than you think, I promise.

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A Letter To My Brother On His Wedding Day

Life hasn't always been easy for us. My disease has brought upon a great deal of medical scares, and your accident that almost took your life led to an incredibly long recovery process. We've experienced some of life's biggest challenges, but, truthfully, these challenges only strengthened the bond we share. 

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About the blogger

Oh, well, hey there! The name’s Alyssa, and I’m just a girl in a complicated world, pursuing a life that brings joy and good coffee. Consider me your virtual BFF for real talks, pep talks, and everything in-between.