URBAN MEETS ERBAN

The naturopathic approach was never something I considered. I mean, growing up I would ask my family doctor everything. I’d walk into the office with a list of 12-15 “issues”, mutter away, and get through my appointment in less than 10 minutes. It was always a quick in...

Over this past year, I’ve grown Urban Meets Erban into something that I’m truly proud of. The platforms I use to promote UME have taken me down paths I’ve never dared to dream and have changed me into a stronger and happier person. My low self-esteem, chip on my should...

The idea of disconnecting from work and most communication can seem difficult, unsettling, stressful, and quite frankly, unnatural! We have become so consumed by our jobs and daily interactions that we often forget to take time out for ourselves.

Whether it's a day, the...

Let me preface this post by saying I’m not a doctor, nor am I an expert in gut-brain connection. I’m simply knowledgeable in the subject of gut health after battling with it myself. At the age of 14, I dealt with an unpleasant intestinal infection that changed how I vi...

My legs are too “bulky”, my hips too wide, my breasts too small, and my chin and neck too fat? The things I often let my mind go on about, allowing free range to scrutinize my body and break down any self-confidence I have left. Whether it stems from seeing a photo on...

I couldn't wait a full year to write this post because I'm already overwhelmed by how much has changed since I've turned 30. Yes age is just a number, however the universe tends to know when you've reached a new stage in your life. Like the next level of a game, filled...

We’ve all been there. Moments in which we begin to  criticize every inch of our body, our mind, our worth, our relationships, etc., draining us of any positivity or ounce of confidence we had left in us.  Self-esteem is simply one of those things that needs tending to...

Easier said than done, but ultimately, it’s incredibly important to work on stressing less and taking life less seriously. Not only does stress affect your body and behavior, but it also has a way of working itself into every aspect of your life – even the good parts!...

The week leading up to the new year is when many of us sit down and reflect. We’re either excited about all that’s been accomplished or feel disheartened about the things we set out to do but didn’t. Regardless of which side you’re on, there was growth. And even if you...

Good friends are necessary, core friends are key, and judgment free friends are vital. There is something to be said about a friendship without restrictions. A friendship in which you can be yourself, whole-heartedly, and share your deepest darkest secrets. A friend w...