Starting a Blog and How I Dived Right In;
BEHIND THE VIXEN
Between nurturing my toddler and running a household, I finally found the courage (and the time) to create this space online. As a young local mother in Fishers, Indiana, I’ve spent most of my days searching for ways to balance motherhood, health, and a fulfilling lifestyle. Finding resources can often feel overwhelming, and I thought,
“Why not create something new to share and connect with others?”
Starting this blog feels like opening a door to something meaningful, and I can’t wait to grow with you along the way. Building a showcase of everything I enjoy and sharing my unique perspective will hopefully be impactful for my daughter in the future. At the end of the day, everything I do for myself, I truly do for her. My ultimate goal is to be a valuable resource for my family and community.
Becoming self-actualized is a journey many spend their entire lives pursuing. Confronting the version of yourself shaped by your environment can be both profoundly painful and deeply rewarding. As I came of age, I channeled my energy into various forms of creation—art, food, and even life itself—as an act of rebellion, a way to claim my space and identity. But I had to be honest with myself and see that I was creating from a place of hurt and shame. It took many restless nights before I began to reflect and acknowledge the shadowed parts of myself that I had been ignoring. I looked inward and asked the hard questions:
Why do I choose to wake up each day?
Why did I choose to be me in this lifetime?
Why am I reflecting at this very moment?
The answers, I realized, must always be rooted in love.
Each day, I choose to wake up with love in my heart. I embrace being myself in this lifetime because I’ve chosen to love who I am, fully and unconditionally. Reflection is my way of honoring my journey and the lessons life continues to teach me. For me, living with awareness and intention is essential. Reflection helps me grow, process emotions, and align my actions with my dreams and values. This blog is my space to explore, create, and connect with purpose; a heartfelt foundation for everything I hope to share and build with you.
Today, I’ve chosen to publish my opening post. Getting over the hump of anxiety about being perceived was my first big step. Feedback from others can feel intimidating, but it offers insights into our strengths, weaknesses, and blind spots. Positive feedback can reinforce a sense of belonging and worth. With all the work I’ve been putting into myself recently, I truly believe I am ready to share and converse over my research, opinions, and ideas. I hope to spark conversations with like-minded individuals to create a space where we can all advance together.
ON THIS BLOG
Here you will find recipes to savor, tips to brighten your days, and a few hacks to make motherhood a little easier. Life is always changing, and so will the stories and insights shared here as I grow along the way. I hope it inspires you to share your own thoughts, join the conversation, and navigate the beauty of it all together.
I would love to hear your stories about finding balance, health, or whatever keeps your fire burning. Keep an eye out for what’s coming next, where I dive into fresh ideas and creative ways to make life feel a little more fun and fulfilling. Until then, keep shining, keep climbing, and let your light inspire the world around you.
XO, Vixen Peak
