by Mandy Carter | May 12, 2025 | Fitness, Rise and Shine
When I left my toxic relationship, I knew I needed to heal. I knew I had to rebuild my mindset.I knew I had to get my finances in order.I knew I had to create a peaceful environment for my kids. But what I didn’t realize at first… was how deeply I also needed to heal...
by Mandy Carter | Apr 10, 2025 | Survival Mode
Being a mom is hard—no doubt about it. But being a single mom? That’s a whole different level of strength, sacrifice, and sometimes… loneliness. People love to tell us, “You’re doing great!”But what we really need is someone who says, “I’ve been there. I get it. Let’s...
by Mandy Carter | Oct 12, 2024 | Rise and Shine, Survival Mode
Have you ever had that moment when you stop and wonder, Is this it? Is this all there is to life—rushing from one thing to the next, juggling work, family, and responsibilities, while barely having a second to breathe? Do you ever feel like you’re just surviving when...
by Mandy Carter | Oct 5, 2024 | Rise and Shine, Survival Mode
If you’re feeling like life is a constant battle—where every day is just about getting by and you’re stuck in a cycle of exhaustion and overwhelm—you might be in survival mode. We’ve all been there at some point. Survival mode is that place where you’re doing...
by Mandy Carter | Sep 28, 2024 | Overcoming Fear, Rise and Shine
Being a single mom is tough. The weight of raising a child (or children) on your own while managing your emotions, finances, and future can feel overwhelming. But it’s even more challenging when you’re thinking about leaving a toxic relationship and fear keeps...
