The City is an ongoing summer series where I will capture and share some of my experiences as I live and thrive in this edgy, vibrant and fast-paced city of Toronto. I think it took me a hundred times of saying, “ugh, I feel so out of shape” […]
The City – Part 2
The City is an ongoing summer series where I will capture and share some of my experiences as I live and thrive in this edgy, vibrant and fast- paced city of Toronto. Wow. It has been two months since I first started this series. In the past two […]
The City – Part 1
The City is an ongoing summer series where I will capture and share my experiences as I live and thrive in this edgy, vibrant and fast- paced city of Toronto. What I Did This past week I settled into my new apartment, I familiarized myself with my new surroundings […]
my new stomping ground
I always knew that I had the pulse for the vibrant city of Toronto and here I am settled into my new apartment ready for a summer in the big city! I have a blank canvas in front of me ready to be filled with […]
National We Day
Last year I attended We Day in Ottawa as a guest and I enjoyed every moment of the inspiring and educational day. The day began at 9 a.m with a captivating opening performance and when I recognized some of the dancers I immediately had a feeling […]
Monday at The Social
Featured image taken at CTV with Traci Melchor This past Monday was filled with excitement, adrenaline, and inspiration. Last month, I requested to be an audience member of my favourite Canadian daytime talk show, The Social. When the audience coordinator responded with availability for Monday […]
February Favs
Header photo taken at Mont Tremblant, Quebec Here’s a sneak peak into some of the moments that filled this frigid month of February with uplifting joy.. Here’s to March 2015! Enjoy your moments, -Shauna McKenna
Learning from You
Featured photo taken by: Jennifer Hall Cavagna Undeniably, I am a lover of learning. Every night before I fall asleep I reflect on my day; on the people I interacted with, the ideas that inspired me, and the lessons I learned. I consciously place intention on […]
Sew Wanderlust
Hello all! As of late, I have been completely invested in my studies and I haven’t had a moment to write. I shall return in due time! I recently stumbled across this fascinating artist Teresa who has a unique way in capturing her moments in […]
The Power of Now
~The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle~ When a profoundly powerful book presents itself on my path, I undoubtedly cannot put it down. I just recently travelled to the Dominican and was a bridesmaid for my lifelong friend. It was a stunning wedding and an unforgettable week. […]
Shinning a light on mental health
Bell Lets Talk has truly helped catapult the global conversation surrounding mental illness and has aided in diminishing the stigma associated with the disease. It warms my heart to see the increased societal exposure to mental health illness through blogs, charity events, and persons of […]
January Favs
What’s keeping me warm, healthy, and motivated during the month of January? Enjoy your January! -Shauna McKenna OH! & this inspirational- value based intentions website by Jess Lively
Stocking Favs
Stocking favourites from this Christmas.. Enjoy your day! -Shauna McKenna
December Favs
I am an advocate for not placing excessive value on materialistic things. That being said, I love to keep my style fresh so I put together some of my favourite items for this month of December.
stay healthy this holiday: mind, body, & soul
I have already begun to indulge in all that the holiday season provides. The food, the wine, the people, the festivities- I love it all. With only four days into my holiday season I can already feel the heaviness that comes with all the festivities. By heaviness, I […]
clementine
With the scent of the burning Christmas candle in the house and the scent from the clementine I just peeled; I am overwhelmed with how infatuated I am with life. As the sun tucks in, I look back at another productive day. It started with a delectable brunch with […]
the simple act of human interaction
Have you ever felt separation anxiety from your phone? That time you left it at home or when the battery ran out and you didn’t pack your charger? Most days, my phone is the last thing I use before falling sleep and the first thing I […]
relationships
I am currently studying the psychology of adolescence and I am studying in depth the psychological impacts relationships have on our health. What I have learned through my studies and experiences is that relationships should be viewed as an extension of the human experience. Whether a relationship is […]
I enjoy Mondays
I wake up on Monday mornings in anticipation for a productive and exciting week. I open my twitter feed to catch up on the latest news and I am bombarded with negativity about Mondays. “More coffee..because Mondays”, “I hate Mondays”, “Ugh, can it be Friday […]
be still
Meditation is a practise I have recently started implementing into my lifestyle. Guided meditation has helped me develop tips in order to meditate on my own. In times of elevated anxiety or stress I turn to meditation to help still my heart. I love how […]
minimize
Monday Motivator. Minimize I lead a fairly busy life and in order to feel on top of all my responsibilities I like to minimize my external space. Here are a couple tips that help make my life simple. Closet/ Clothing- Haven’t worn it in the past […]
studying in my hometown
Growing up, I always dreamed of travelling far away for my undergrad. After high school, I took three years off to travel and dance which turned out to be an important step in my growth and development. After three years of travel and work I […]
serenity from reading
Many years ago I travelled to Europe and left my passport on the plane. I only noticed that it was not in my possession when I reached customs. I will never forget that moment- blood rushed to my face in embarrassment in fear of what […]
conversation with a stranger
On a plane ride overseas to Europe this summer, I sat beside I kind hearted old man named Astro. After helping me with my bags, Astro and I engaged in small talk as we awaited take-off. From the moment I met this seventy-eight year old […]
keeping it fresh
Simple tips that work for me, if you disagree, c’est la vie! Tip of the Day [ on wellness ] Olive oil as make-up remover. I am using olive oil a lot lately to take off my eye-makeup (mascara) after I wash my face. I […]
learning through yoga
Back in high school I fell in love with yoga. As a competitive dancer I trained over 40 hours a week in various dance disciplines, and was introduced to yoga in grade nine to enhance my flexibility and strength. At this point in time, I used […]
perspective
I was driving home after a 9 hour work day feeling hungry and anxious to get home for dinner. I anticipated a 45 minute drive home in traffic, in which I initially dreaded, when I experienced an overwhelming thought about the power of perspective. I realized […]
Final Exam Health Tips
BANISH THE BOTTLE! During exam periods it is especially important to stay away from alcohol. Giving up alcohol forever may not be realistic but taking a break during exam period is beneficial for me to be successful on finals. Also, drinking alcohol can be linked […]
Never Uncomfortable with Sanuk
When it comes to shoes, I am all about comfort. I have been loving my Sanuk footwear, especially these ruby red shoes. Whether I am running errands, cleaning the apartment, or exploring the city, I am never uncomfortable. You can shop Sanuk here Enjoy your day!
My 24th Year
Looking back on my 24th year I can’t help but smile and think of all the valuable lessons I’ve learned, the places I’ve traveled, the people I’ve met and the moments I’ve experienced. I’m taking this time to reflect over my 24th year by highlighting what I […]
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