Hi, I’m Ivanna Baron. Welcome! I’m a writer, encourager, and mental health and wellness advocate. I share my story and experiences to help and encourage others. Additionally, I share practical tips for wellness and faith. Learn more about me here and read the latest below. Join my newsletter for updates. Thank you for visiting. I hope you find something helpful.
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The Benefits of Having A Morning Routine
Having a morning routine equips you to handle everything you encounter throughout your day better. By establishing a morning routine, you prioritize self-care, mental health, and personal growth, which enables you to serve
How To Start Journaling
Journaling has been a part of my daily routine for many years, and I have benefited mentally and emotionally from keeping a journal. Journaling helps me process my thoughts and feelings by putting them on paper.
Perfection Is Not A Requirement
I love smoothies. Not only do I enjoy the taste, but I also appreciate how each one gives me a quick dose of nutrition. But here’s the thing about me: I like my smoothies to be perfect.
How To Hear God’s Voice More Clearly
Sometimes, we have to make a decision but are unsure what to do. We ask God for direction, but we feel he has gone silent. This can be frustrating and make us feel alone in our decisions. I’ve been there, but I’ve found some things that
Take It One Step At A Time
I enjoy running, and I’ve been doing it on and off for most of my adult life. One year, I decided to challenge myself by signing up for a half-marathon. I trained for 12 weeks to make sure I’d be ready on race day.
Four Ways To Make Your Workday Less Stressful and More Enjoyable
Many of us have or will have a 9-5 job at some point in our lives. I have been working a 9-5 job for all of my adult life. Over the years I’ve found some ways to make my jobs less stressful
You Are Not Alone In the Storm
The weather can be unpredictable where I live. One day, I took my daughter to a terrarium-making workshop at a coffee shop about 20 minutes from home. When we arrived, the sun was shining, and the temperature
Six Ways To Cultivate More Joy In Life
Given the state of the world, it may feel challenging to find something to be joyful about, but that isn’t true. There are still so many things in life to find joy in. Today, I want to share Six Ways to Cultivate More Joy in Life.
God Sees You
We’ve all had a day or two when we’ve felt invisible. Maybe someone waved in our direction, and we waved back, only to realize they were greeting the person behind us.
The Mental Health Benefits of Decluttering
Several years ago, I decided to embrace a minimalist lifestyle and completely decluttered my home. This was a time when I experienced high levels of anxiety and stress, and I believe having so much stuff attributed to that anxiety.
How To Read The Bible More Consistently
It’s a goal of mine to read the Bible every day. Most of the time, I do, but that only came after I created a reading habit and understood why I was reading it. Today, I want to share some tips that may help you create a Bible-reading habit and read the Bible more consistently.
Why I Take Regular Social Media Breaks For My Mental Health
Today I deactivated my social media accounts. This is not the first time I’ve deactivated my accounts and I’m sure it certainly won’t be the last.
How To Create A Sustainable Wellness Routine
Information overload can be a significant challenge when creating a sustainable wellness routine. When we begin a wellness journey, we want to set ourselves up for success, so we read, watch videos, listen to wellness podcasts, and more.
How I Started Trusting God With Anxiety
Today, I’m sharing my experience with anxiety and mental health. I’ll also share how inviting God into my mental health struggles and anxiety gave me the breakthrough I needed and has helped me cope with it even to this day.