The joy of exploring the world is back and I couldn’t be happier. I wrote my first travel journal in April of 2024. At the time, I hadn’t yet realised what travel represented for me. It was a momentary joy that came and then disappeared, leaving me with a version of myself that no longer […]
Author: Kaitlin Britto
Why I’m 27 and starting over (and that’s okay)
What if we’re all moving too fast? Our twenties are a thunderstorm of contradictions. When we ask for life advice, these are the typical answers we’ll get: Travel the world! Save your money! Invest! Find your passion! Build your career! Buy a house! Don’t buy a house! Don’t panic! Help, I’m panicking. I started the […]
12 rules for friendship
I am not someone who has had a lot of friends throughout my life — I don’t think I ever will be. But what I’ve come to learn is what authentic, loving friendship looks and feels like. Unlike romantic relationships, there aren’t as many rules for friendship. Expectations, boundaries, and labels are blurry. So here […]
Navigating loneliness and disconnection in your twenties
Since therapy sessions are a little out of my sad student budget, I’ve found myself (like many others) turning to a robot to articulate my thoughts and feelings. I’m scared to admit that it has, on more than one occasion, been most helpful. In my most recent ramblings to ChatGPT, the AI gave me labels […]
How ice baths and saunas can ease PMS and balance hormones
Six months into my regular sauna routine, I didn’t think any other therapy could rival its satisfaction. It made my shoulder tension melt away in seconds. That was until one of my netball teammates introduced me to contrast therapy. As you may have guessed, contrast therapy involves subjecting your body to two extreme alternating temperatures […]
Your guide to the perfect “no-makeup” makeup routine
I wanted to aim for a skinimalism routine but, truthfully, my complexion looks infinitely better with a little bit of colour to it. And I am just so dang excited to tell you about my new favourite blush. So, I am going to share my go-to “no-makeup” makeup and skincare routine. These beauty products are […]
3 ways I am learning to be human again
This isn’t the first time I’ve found myself trapped in a cycle of comparison and perfectionism. What is beauty in our eyes? What does it mean to be successful? Here is what I have learned — life is absolutely meaningless. There is no greater purpose. Simply put, the meaning of life is to experience it. […]
Can’t sleep? Try a healthy bedtime snack
There’s a delicate line we must walk when it comes to our blood sugar, hormones, and energy levels. If we aren’t consuming enough protein and carbs, or we’re simply not getting the right amount of nutrients, we can experience an unhappy body. Unsurprisingly, this affects the quality of our sleep. This is where pro-metabolic bedtime […]
The 5 latest K-beauty trends you’ll adore
When it comes to skincare, Korea has always led the way. From snail mucin, mochi and glass skin, to ginseng, toner pads and sheet masks. I’m here for it all. It looks like we’re going to experience a lot more Korean skincare in 2025 (thank you, trends). I am squealing on the inside, trust me. […]
Lessons in love
It’s hard to go through pain and trust that it’s meant for you. It’s even harder to let go of something that felt so real – something that felt like home. But what’s the hardest of all is holding back from punching people who tell you to stop crying, stop listening to Favourite Ex on […]