Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

Life Lately: A Whole Lot of Too Much

Feeling overwhelmed by life? I'm hitting reset with a 21-day mind, body, and soul detox—cutting out stress, social media, and anything that doesn’t serve me. Follow my journey as I reclaim my peace and realign with what truly matters! #ProtectMyPeace #SelfCare

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

Rediscovering Who 'I Am'

Life has felt overwhelming lately as I juggle therapy, stress, and physical pain, but I’m taking a step back to focus on my healing journey. In this post, I share my 'I Am Statement' as I reflect on the roles and qualities that ground me in my personal growth. Discover how embracing resilience, self-love, and self-awareness can help you navigate life's challenges and find balance

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

Morning Epiphanies

This uplifting blog post highlights the joy of embracing everyday moments, self-discovery, and personal growth. By sharing reflections on finding purpose, nurturing mind-body alignment, and setting meaningful goals, I hope to inspire readers to stay motivated, embrace their uniqueness, and celebrate life’s simple yet profound blessings

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

Wintering, Wins, and Wellness: How I’m Living Boldly in 2025

Discover how to embrace change, ditch negativity, and focus on small wins for a healthier, more joyful life. From sustainable fashion to overcoming #DietCulture, emotional resilience, and manifesting big dreams, this post explores growth, chaos, and the art of living fully.

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

A Testament to Faith

This heartfelt blog post starts to explore a personal journey of faith, spirituality, and resilience following a life-changing health challenge. By sharing a testimony of divine intervention and rediscovered trust in a higher power, I invite you to reflect on your own experiences of grace and guidance in everyday life.

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

Karen 2.0: Reinventing Myself

Karen 2.0 is here—stronger, grounded, and embracing change. Life after my stroke has been about reinvention, growth, and living authentically.

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

Sorry Not Sorry: Choosing me!

In this post, I reflect on my habit of over-apologizing and the journey to stop people-pleasing. After a stroke, I’ve learned to set boundaries, prioritize my peace, and embrace my truth. I’m challenging myself (and others) to stop apologizing unnecessarily and say "no" without guilt—sorry not sorry!

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

The Pity Party is Over (for now anyway, lol)

The pity party is over (for now anyway). See my last post. And yes, the parties are coming more often. But, as two friends have told me recently, the parties are okay as long as I get back up.

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

Holding On

Today marks eight months since my stroke, and I woke up determined to change my mindset. But as I look back, I realize there are still so many pieces I haven’t even begun to process. I’m exhausted, yet here I am—still fighting, still moving forward, one step at a time. Maybe that’s enough for now. And if you’re out there dealing with your own struggles, maybe we can hold on together.

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

Honoring Veterans, Celebrating My Daddy

Today, on Veterans Day, my heart is with all who have served, especially my dad, Mervyn Hurwitz. Growing up, I didn’t ask much about his time in the Coast Guard, but through stories from my husband, I’ve learned just how proud—and kind—my father is. Known as “Smiley” in the service, he faced challenges with grace, and his gentle spirit has always shone through, showing me what true kindness looks like. Thank you, Dad, for your strength, your smile, and for teaching me that sometimes the greatest courage is in kindness.

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Karen Gonsman Karen Gonsman

The 15-Minute, 75 day Challenge: Even on the Hard Days

Finding my rhythm post-stroke has been challenging, but joining a 15-minute daily movement challenge has taught me the power of showing up, especially on the hard days. From treadmill milestones to launching fun activities like "Chococlock" at work, I'm rediscovering my strength, one step at a time.

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