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Goodbye NYC, I’ll Always Love You
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10 Beautiful Notebooks For Your Journaling Routine
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Home is wherever I’m with you.❤️ Today we pa

Home is wherever I’m with you.❤️ Today we packed up 6 years worth of memories and are spending our last night in a hotel in Williamsburg. It seemed only fitting to end our time in NYC in the same neighborhood where our journey together started. 🥰✨ #TimeForaNewAdventure

Cheesy post ahead 🧀 but seeing as it’s my las

Cheesy post ahead 🧀 but seeing as it’s my last week in NYC I feel like I get a free pass for being sappy. 💁🏻‍♀️
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When people ask what I love most about creating “Headstands and Heels” I can say without a doubt that it’s the abundance of connections and friendships that have blossomed over the past 5 years. {Swipe for pics of some IG turned IRL friends 👯‍♂️}
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I’ve met some truly incredible women through social media and in many ways this has provided a kind of sisterhood that I hope everyone has the opportunity to experience.
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So cheers and thank you to everyone who helped make my time in NYC the best years of my life. 💕 I’m forever grateful for all of you and the memories that we share! #photodump

🍒✨MY FAV HEALTHY NYC EATERIES✨🍒
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Okay NYC friends, I couldn’t leave ya without sharing a roundup of some of my favorite spots to get some healthy grub, yummy matcha, and vegan ice cream! 💕
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Be sure to SAVE this post for later and let me know if you’d like a more comprehensive best of NYC roundup in a blog post. 💁🏻‍♀️
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✨ @matchaful: get the vanilla zen matcha latte
✨ @westlightnyc: come for the views and delish bites
✨ @bocaphe: their salmon rice bowl is outta this 🌎
✨ @chachamatcha: cutest matcha drinks in the city
✨ @bluestonelane: get the brekkie board
✨ @charleyst: the Avo smash is the bees knees
✨ @thebutchersdaughter_official: best for brunch
✨ @abcvnyc: fancy plant based dining at its best
✨ @dirtcandynyc: whimsical Michelin rated veggie dinner
✨ @divyaskitchennyc: aryuvedic vegetarian cuisine
✨ @malibufarmnewyork: kale cocktail. Need I say more?
✨ @urbanbackyardnyc: lattes and succulent shaped cupcakes
✨ @beyondsushinyc: delicious vegan sushi
✨ @LittleBeetTable: yummy vegetable forward menu
✨ @_mamannyc_ : get the Mediterranean breakfast plate
✨ @vanleeuwenicecream: the best vegan icecream
✨ @doublezeromk: delish plant-based pizza 🍕 .
✨ @figandolive: try all the yummy sides
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Do I miss any of YOUR favorites? tag them in the comments so peeps can check them out. 💕 #NYCdining

“𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉, 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒇𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒃𝒚 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒘𝒉𝒊𝒄𝒉 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒑 𝒕𝒐 𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒌 𝒇𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒇𝒂𝒄𝒆.” ~ One of my favorite quotes by Eleanor Roosevelt
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Change can be terrifying and yet it’s the most powerful catalyst for personal growth. If I think back to every pivotal moment in my adult life there was some kind of shift attached to it.
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🔅 The time I switched my major from biology (I originally wanted to be a veterinarian) to business marketing
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🔅 When I took a new job in NYC and moved up here to be with Bay
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🔅 The moment I decided to start this blog and several years later, take a leap of faith to do this full time
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🔅 And now deciding to leave NYC and move to Denver will bring more changes into my life
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It’s daunting not knowing what lies on the other side of fear. But if past experiences have taught me anything it’s that when you trust your intuition and stay open minded — new, beautiful possibilities will come your way. 💕
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𝐒𝐨 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐮𝐩, 𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐳𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐮𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭. 😊️ I promise you no matter what the outcome, the learning experience will always be worth it. #MyThoughts #MelDoesYoga
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{📸: @winilaophotos // set: @terez}

Fully vaxxed 💉 and ready for (s)Hot Girl Summer

Fully vaxxed 💉 and ready for (s)Hot Girl Summer! ☀️ Feeling grateful 💕 #Pfizer

Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander Month! 💕 It took nearly 30 years to embrace my Hapa heritage {Korean 🇰🇷 + Swedish/Ecuadorian} and learn to love the cultural roots that make me unique.
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This has been a pretty amazing journey of self discovery and with it I’ve found confidence in many of the things I suppressed as a child. I LOVE that my mother gave me a Korean middle name {SunHwa}, I’m slowly learning how to cook more traditional Korean dishes 🫕🥟, and really want to visit Korea with my mom and @Bayphillips when international travel is safe again. ✈️
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I’m delighted to share more of this side of me with you all on my blog and here on Instagram. ✨ If this is something that also excites you, head to my blog to see a roundup of over 5️⃣0️⃣ Asian owned small businesses and creatives to support ❤️. And stay tuned for a more personal blog post coming soon. #TEAMAAGC #AAPIheritagemonth
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{📸: @phoebecheongphotography}

Prepping for Denver with a casual Friday evening r

Prepping for Denver with a casual Friday evening rock climbing session at @brooklynboulders 🏔🙃.
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One of the things I love about fitness is that there are so many different activities/workouts you can try to keep things interesting! So if you’re getting bored with your gym or class, don’t be afraid to sign up for or try something NEW 💪🏻
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Here are some ideas:
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✨ Find a local indoor rock climbing gym
✨ Buy a pair of roller skates 🛼
✨ Get yourself a mini trampoline
✨ Have a home dance party
✨ Go for a bike ride around your city
✨ Try paddle boarding or kayaking
✨ Find a trail and go hiking
✨ Go to a batting cage or driving range 🏌️‍♀️
✨ Play a virtual reality fitness game
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What is one of YOUR favorite fun fitness activities that don’t feel like a workout? 🤔 #rockclimbingwall

🌸Spring in NYC 🌸 Spent the past few days off

🌸Spring in NYC 🌸 Spent the past few days offline and frolicking around the city with my gal pal, Chrissy. {Swipe for the highlights}
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This place has captured my heart and it always brings me so much joy to share it with the people I love. 💕 I couldn’t have asked for a better way to start the “goodbye” process.
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T minus 2 weeks till the movers come and there are still a few things I want to check off my bucket list. 🥰 #SpringVibes

Self care doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s

Self care doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s about doing things that light you up and make you feel good, inside and out. 💗

Today that meant getting up a little early, putting on this chic and comfy outfit from @caliabycarrie (that makes me feel so fabulous 💁‍♀️) and making myself a delicious iced maple latte to bring on my morning walk around the neighborhood. I love how soft these French Terry Ankle Pants are and if you head to my stories you’ll see more of this cute neoprene backpack.🎒

Getting outside every morning is a simple act of self care that has definitely helped me immensely over the past year and I’d love to know if you make a point to do the same! 😊

#CALIAbyCarriePartner #CaliaByCarrie #StayThePath #ChooseYou

Happy Earth Day 🌎💕. A few days ago I shared

Happy Earth Day 🌎💕. A few days ago I shared that I’m joining a challenge to eat only plant-based for ONE day and over 100 of you wanted to do it too! 👏🏻
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Even though I’m not vegan, I do love incorporating lots of plant-based food into my diet. It not only makes me feel amazing but I also know every little bit helps the environment 🌱 and the animals 🐮
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Swipe through for some very colorful plant-based meal options including vegan oat milk ice cream from @vanleeuwenicecream 🍦, chocolate avocado mousse, broccoli basil soup, market bowls, oats and rainbow juices 🌈.
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AND head to my blog for a new post sharing my favorite eco-friendly products + 30 sustainable ways to reuse everyday items. 🌎✨🌱
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What is one thing you’re doing to celebrate #EarthDay? #VeganForEarthDay

Starting my day with this beautiful “Planet Eart

Starting my day with this beautiful “Planet Earth” smoothie 🌎 inspired by #EarthMonth and the colors of @FAGE Total 2% and 5% Plain Greek Yogurt. #ad
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The green smoothie tastes amazing on it’s own but the color and flavor combo of the blue & green together just can’t be beat! 🌱💦Here are the ingredients:
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𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 “𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡” 𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞:
1 frozen banana
1 cup baby spinach
½ cup frozen peaches
1 tsp matcha
¼ cup FAGE Total 5% Plain Greek Yogurt
1 cup oat milk
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𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 “𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫” 𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞:
1 banana (*frozen is ideal for a thicker smoothie)
1 tsp butterfly pea flower powder
¼ cup FAGE Total 2% Plain Greek Yogurt
½ cup oat milk
Handful of ice
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Head to my IG Stories to see it come together and let me know if you want to try it for yourself!🥰 #FAGE #PlainExtraordinary
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🌸 Yoga in the City 🌸 Swipe through for some

🌸 Yoga in the City 🌸 Swipe through for some of my favorite shots captured throughout the seasons in various places around NYC. 🥰 Which one is your favorite? #MelDoesYoga #MyYogaLife

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