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DIY Textured Wall Art: Big Style & Low Cost

DIY Textured Wall Art: Big Style & Low Cost

Let me just say: I am obsessed with how this textured wall art turned out. I had a massive wall in my living room that was giving big “blank stare” energy. Like, no personality, no pop—just drywall sadness. I needed something bold, custom, and not $900 from a fancy...

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Boho Bedroom Makeover: Lake Front Oasis

There are few things I love more than a good before-and-after… especially when it comes with full creative freedom and a secret reveal at the end. One of my closest friends handed me her house key, a budget, and the words every DIY-er dreams of:“Just make it...

Basement Speakeasy

Jess Carrier's My Basement Speakeasy: The Hidden Space You’d Never ExpectWe transformed a section of our unfinished basement into an adult hangout with a quirky vibe. The best part? It's completely hidden... so we call it our "basement speakeasy."I’ve been working on...

How I Keep My Pool Crystal Clear (No BS Pool Care)

Jess Carrier's Pool Care 101.... You ready? You would not believe how many compliments I get on my pool water. I’ve heard everything from “It looks like a resort!” to “What’s your secret?!” And listen—I love a good ego boost, but those compliments are always followed...

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Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Mediterranean Tuna Salad

This Mediterranean Tuna Salad was a crowd favorite when I ran my meal prep business—and it’s nothing like the bland, mayo-loaded version you’re probably picturing. Instead, this version is Greek-inspired, bursting with flavor, and packed with brain-boosting nutrients....

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I Ate Gluten and Went Temporarily Insane

Let’s set the scene. I’m standing in my kitchen like a cocky little gluten - free queen, thinking “Maybe I can try it again. Just this once.” A soft, warm, perfectly golden slice of sourdough was calling to me. Seducing me, even. And in that moment, I did what all...

Autism: What If We’ve Had the Answer All Along?

The Cause of Autism? Are We Ready To Hear It? Better Yet, Are We Ready To Do Something About It? You’re seeing it everywhere—suddenly, the leaders of this country are on a mission to uncover the cause of autism.Task forces. Headlines. Press conferences.What if the...

Bone Broth for Gut Health: The Cozy Cure-All You Didn’t Know You Needed 🍲💚

Okay, real talk—I’m writing this from the couch, wrapped in a blanket, sipping on something that looks a little… prehistoric. But don’t let the caveman vibes fool you—this is liquid gold, and it’s doing serious healing magic in my gut. That’s right. We’re talking bone...

Healthy Eating Tips From A Lazy Nutritionist

Eating Healthy Doesn’t Have to Be a Full-Time Job Let’s be real. If eating healthy required a degree in culinary arts and a personal assistant named Karen to handle all the prep, most of us would be living off chips and queso. (No judgment if that’s your current...

Mindset Shift: Stop Faking It and Start Embodying the Future You

Mindset Shift: Stop Faking It and Start Embodying the Future You Let’s talk about the mindset shift that actually changes things—the one that moves you from “faking it till you make it” to fully becoming the version of you who already has what she wants. I get it all...

Vacation Zen

Going on vacation can be a much-needed break from our busy lives, but it can also disrupt our regular self-care routine. If you're looking to incorporate some mindfulness and movement into your vacation, here's a quick 10-15 minute meditation and yoga routine that you...

Top 10 Brain-Boosting Foods You Should Be Eating

There is no denying that our diet significantly impacts our physical and mental health. The foods we consume can either boost or hinder our brain function, so it's essential to pay attention to what we put in our bodies. Here are 10 brain-boosting foods that you...

Spring Equinox: Your Real New Year Starts Now

On Tuesday night, I attended a peaceful yoga and meditation class led by Amanda Rush. The class was in celebration of the spring equinox—but one thing Amanda said caught me completely off guard. She referred to spring equinox as the new year. At first, I felt...

Free Your Mind With A Brain Dump!

First of all, What the heck is a "Brain Dump?" Brain dumping is a technique meant to take what is in your head and put it on paper, freeing up thought space. The idea is that endless ideas and overwhelming mental to-do lists can harm productivity. Being a person with...

My Go-To: The Mediterranean Diet

Why Food Intolerances Seem To Disappear in Europe 🤔🍝 Have you ever heard someone say that they moved to Italy or visited Greece for a few weeks and suddenly—poof—their food intolerances vanished? All of a sudden, they could eat pasta, bread, cheese, and even enjoy...

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Jamaica Vibes at Moon Palace Ocho Rios 🇯🇲

Jamaica Vibes at Moon Palace Ocho Rios 🇯🇲

Moon Palace Jamaica: Beach Bliss, Jerk Chicken & Endless Fun 🇯🇲🌴 We traded snow boots for flip flops and escaped to Moon Palace Jamaica in mid-January—and let me tell you, it was absolute paradise. Most of our days were spent parked on the beach, with Jerk Hut...

Presidential Suite at Royalton Riviera Cancun

Presidential Suite at Royalton Riviera Cancun

By our fourth trip to Royalton Riviera Cancun, I figured we’d seen it all—until we walked into the Presidential Two Bedroom Suite. Let me just say this: it was giving main character energy in all the best ways. Two bedrooms, three bathrooms, a wraparound balcony,...

Welcome to My Lifestyle Blog (Where Chaos Meets Creativity)

Hey there—I’m Jess! Certified nutrition coach, DIY project junkie, master of the last-minute room refresh, author of ADHD is Bullshit and Eat Clean 21 and your new favorite internet friend. This lifestyle blog is your go-to for all things clean eating, creative living, luxury travel, and embracing the messy magic of life.

Whether I’m planting veggies, painting stairs, or sneaking greens into a chocolate smoothie, everything I do lives right here—unfiltered and unapologetically real. You’ll find:

💪 Wellness tips that actually work (no gatekeeping here)

🛠️ Home projects on a budget that don’t look like they were on a budget

🥗 Recipes so clean your body will throw a party (and your taste buds will show up, too)

🧠 Mindset shifts for ditching burnout and becoming the badass you were born to be

Travel tips and tricks because sometimes ya just have to get gone for a while!

I’m not here to pretend I have it all together. I’m here to show you that you don’t need to wait for life to be perfect to make it beautiful. That’s what this lifestyle blog is all about—real transformation, one project, one plate, one mindset shift at a time.

So grab your coffee (or your green juice), poke around, and find the inspo you didn’t know you needed. And hey—don’t forget to [join the email list] for exclusive content, book updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos.

Let’s build a life that feels good to wake up to.