I think my very favorite part of the Olympics this year is the real, REAL talk we’re hearing from these athletes. These top of their game, literal super hero, 2 percenters of what they do. But you know what I’ve learned about high-achieving, perfectionist, super success-driven minds ? These high-functioning positive traits often go hand & hand with highly negative traits like anxiety, ADHD, OCD, panic inducing, thrill/risk-seeking, & spontaneous behaviors. And guess what y’all? The real high-functioning are usually real good at hiding it too. I catch myself studying these athletes- admiring, wondering how they never mess up. How they seem to perfectly balance their top-tier careers, personal relationships and personalities in general. I mean how do they freaking do it y’all? Then I remember I’ve been asked the same damn thing a hundred times over. And typically I laugh. Because if only they knew ? Re-entry to “normal life” is hard. Sometimes the career part feels easier than the normal part, and then that feels terrible. So there’s a few things I do, for my mental health, that typically center me back to a balance. Chaos in my brain loves chaos in my home so I love to fill my house full of kids, animals, noise, laughter & life to remind me that nothing is ever truly perfect & that’s really ok. I clean, a lot. I re-organize & gut closets as a reminder that everything’s always a work in progress. I fill my schedule for a few days with grounding activities like visiting best friends, making flower arrangements, walking. I do more therapy sessions than normal. I prioritize sleep, eating & drinking water. I remind myself that I’m always going to make mistakes because I’m always eager to learn. Thank you @olympics for reminding us all that you’re real humans with real struggles too.
I think my very favorite part of the Olympics this year is the real, REAL talk we’re hearing from these athletes. These top of their game, literal super hero, 2 percenters of what they do. But you know what I’ve learned about high-achieving, perfectionist, super success-driven minds ? These high-functioning positive traits often go hand & hand with highly negative traits like anxiety, ADHD, OCD, panic inducing, thrill/risk-seeking, & spontaneous behaviors. And guess what y’all? The real high-functioning are usually real good at hiding it too. I catch myself studying these athletes- admiring, wondering how they never mess up. How they seem to perfectly balance their top-tier careers, personal relationships and personalities in general. I mean how do they freaking do it y’all? Then I remember I’ve been asked the same damn thing a hundred times over. And typically I laugh. Because if only they knew ? Re-entry to “normal life” is hard. Sometimes the career part feels easier than the normal part, and then that feels terrible. So there’s a few things I do, for my mental health, that typically center me back to a balance. Chaos in my brain loves chaos in my home so I love to fill my house full of kids, animals, noise, laughter & life to remind me that nothing is ever truly perfect & that’s really ok. I clean, a lot. I re-organize & gut closets as a reminder that everything’s always a work in progress. I fill my schedule for a few days with grounding activities like visiting best friends, making flower arrangements, walking. I do more therapy sessions than normal. I prioritize sleep, eating & drinking water. I remind myself that I’m always going to make mistakes because I’m always eager to learn. Thank you @olympics for reminding us all that you’re real humans with real struggles too.
Barefoot baby in a bar is basically just our life y’all. Judge me, she’s fine I swear. Spent all day yesterday rearranging, puttering & planting @eatkbc spic in prep for launch next week. Hope yall like the new digs ! 🌱
Podcasting with @southernlivingmag in some jewels by all my friends. Dreams !!! 💚🤍🩵🙌🏼
Podcasting with @southernlivingmag in some jewels by all my friends. Dreams !!! 💚🤍🩵🙌🏼
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
Some peace & places in the middle of the chaos. The thing about me is that I may be spiraling but like my flower vases are going to be full and my jewels are gonna be stacked. Because if I don’t have it all together – which is never – I want to be sure I’m at least putting my home & my self under a shining light. ADHD / OCD mise en place math, obvi.
My second book, #southerngettogethers is less than a week out. A love letter to friendship, hosting and gathering. I can’t wait to celebrate with y’all.
The surprise is inside with this one y’all. This custom blue & white toile cover is literally my dream. @chroniclebooks hired @lucyengelmanillustrations to design this print based on my yard, home & photos in the book. I couldn’t love it more. 🩵🤍
Monroe told me on Monday that he wanted to start doing Taco Tuesdays at home so you better believe we made it happen. Days like these, with them, are what make my world spin round.
We had such a sweet morning styling our friend @kelseybarnardclark for her upcoming events!! Get ready for her new cookbook, Southern Get-Togethers, and watch her Instagram stories for her cute new pieces from Monkee’s of Dothan!! 👩🏼🍳🩷 #welovelocal #KBC #kelseybarnardclark #shopmonkees #monkeesofdothan #lovedothan #youmightneedabiggercloset
We had such a sweet morning styling our friend @kelseybarnardclark for her upcoming events!! Get ready for her new cookbook, Southern Get-Togethers, and watch her Instagram stories for her cute new pieces from Monkee’s of Dothan!! 👩🏼🍳🩷 #welovelocal #KBC #kelseybarnardclark #shopmonkees #monkeesofdothan #lovedothan #youmightneedabiggercloset
Pre-order my new book, Southern Get-Togethers (out 9/17!) to be entered to win a private virtual cooking class with me and up to ten people of your choosing!! Plus, you’ll also receive a cookware set and apron from my friends at @williamssonoma . Link in bio to learn more and pre-order your copy!
LET’S GOOOO ! When the group chat finally makes the trip. A dream to be paired with these witty, kind, fun guys competing with & being judged by rockstars. TONIGHT Wednesday, September 11th at 9pm – “All-Star Relay Rumble: Part 2” In the second heat of Guy Fieri’s wild team tournament, the Culinary Award Winners take on the Competition All-Stars. Each team must make a vegetarian version of a classic food duo, but since only the first chefs in this tag-team competition know what they’re making, their teammate must study the culinary clues left behind to figure out the dish! The addition of a red light special from the clearance shelves only adds to the confusion. The team with the winning dish will move one step closer to the $60,000 championship.
Doing my best also means feeling my best. Thrilled to be hitting the road for #southerngettogethers dressed in all the latest from my favorite local shop, @monkeesofdothan . LOUISVILLE —> BHM —> ORLANDO this week. Stay tuned for #ootd that you can shop live & be sure to check out the tour map. Can’t wait to start this journey with all y’all!
New book hits the shelves in less than a month y’all ! Pre order & pick a place to have me sign it. First stop Dothan! Head to the link in bio to pre-order my second book, #southerngettogethers and snag a ticket to our official launch party @eatkbc
