Romanticizing Discipline
How structure, routine, & consistency create freedom & beauty. Between where you are right now and the life you dream of is discipline. Motivation, ambition, and passion matter. They ignite the desire to begin and they make you want more.…
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Making Mistakes, With Grace
Mistakes aren’t flaws in the work. Not everything needs to be perfect to be meaningful A few days ago, I noticed a typo in one of Isladona’s Instagram posts. A small error. Easy to miss. Easy to fix. And, in the grand…
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The Foundation of a Sustainable Fitness Routine
The routine that will get you and keep you in shape Building a wellness routine that supports both body and mind is deeply personal. It should be shaped by individual needs and long-term goals, not by trends or short-lived ideals.…
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Cortisol, Explained
The famous stress hormone and it’s effects on the body Cortisol is often labeled as the villain of modern wellness, the hormone blamed for stress, weight gain, and fatigue. In reality, it is neither good nor bad; it is essential.…
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A Study in Composure
Grace under pressure, emotional regulation, and the quiet confidence of self-command. Composure is often mistaken for emotional distance, silence without feeling. In reality, true composure is far more nuanced than the absence of reaction. Composure is self-command. It is the…
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Books Everyone Needs To Read
A Curated Library for Tasteful Minds Our thoughts are shaped by influence. Music, art, cinema, and books leave their mark. Knowledge has long been associated with power. But beyond that, knowledge carries allure. it is attractive. It is admirable. It…
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Until Done, Tell None
The art of building and protecting. In celebration of the official launch of ISLADONA, a project and a dream that has been in the making since 2023 There is a particular kind of clarity that comes from working in silence.…
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