What can you learn from the way you treat yourself when you're doing something new? | Diane Sanfilippo

When was the last time you tried something new?

I saw a bunch of Cadbury mini egg inspired nails on Instagram so I figured I’d try some. In hindsight, the black I saw in some inspo posts for the...

A sign you need better boundaries | Diane Sanfilippo

A sign you need better boundaries

If something you’re choosing is suddenly stealing your joy, it’s a good sign you need to set better boundaries. I’ve been talking with some friends lately about this topic. One...

Why a smaller body isn't the answer | Diane Sanfilippo

Why a smaller body isn’t the answer

Before I proceed, I’ll address the elephant in the room: I have written many titles about food, eating, and what some may consider “diets.” This is a fact – I...

I'm sorry. I was wrong. | Diane Sanfilippo

I’m sorry. I was wrong.

Almost exactly one year ago, on 2/3/20, I made a statement: “Food as comfort is not self love.” Here’s the thing about time, experience, perspective, wisdom, and empathy (for ourselves...

Show Up Fully As Yourself | Diane Sanfilippo

Show Up Fully As Yourself

“Thank you for being you.” This is one of my most favorite expressions of gratitude both to receive and to give. Followed closely by the more explicitly stated: “your courage...

Set Boundaries to Build Trust | Diane Sanfilippo

Set Boundaries to Build Trust

I’m endlessly fascinated by what it means to set boundaries, both from the intent to self-protect, AND from the intent to build healthier, more honest, and more meaningful relationships. My...

Are You Following Your Gut? | Diane Sanfilippo

Are You Following Your Gut?

I think a lot of us (myself included) truly sit and wait for someone to invite us to our next level. I’ve certainly done this many times. But, the times...

How to Maintain Flexible Boundaries | Diane Sanfilippo

How to Maintain Flexible Boundaries

I often share about why and how you should create and maintain boundaries, and one of the biggest things I have learned over the years is this: Your boundaries don’t...

How Trusting Yourself Builds Confidence | Diane Sanfilippo

How Trusting Yourself Builds Confidence

Don’t be afraid of what may come. Be more afraid of a willingness to tolerate the pain you are choosing. In a reply to a comment on a blog post,...