Welcome fellow explorer,

I’m so glad you’re here. This blog is where corporate hustle meets mindful living in the city — welcome to Heyy, MK!

Where it all started

Hey, I’m MK. I’m a small-town girl from the West Coast, raised on a horse ranch nestled in wine country, surrounded by wildflowers, towering trees, and mountains. My childhood was a blend of responsibility and simplicity: balancing chores and caring for others with strumming my guitar on crisp fall mornings, devouring books in the herb garden, and making strawberry freezer jam with my grandmother in the summer. These moments shaped my work ethic and appreciation for life’s quiet joys.

How it served me

Chasing the corporate dream took me across the country and eventually to the Midwest. For years, I poured myself into long workweeks, climbing the ladder and achieving one role after another. Then, life threw me a curveball—a sudden career shift that forced me to reevaluate everything. I realized my professional success had become my sole pillar of identity, and when that pillar wavered, so did my sense of self. That season of self-reflection brought clarity: I wanted more balance, deeper connections, and a life that celebrated all facets of who I am.

What happened next

This shift led me to embrace the “value pillar” approach to life. If we derive all our worth from one area—like work—a setback can feel catastrophic. But when we cultivate strong relationships, hobbies, health, and personal growth, no single challenge can define us. I believe we’re all magnificent works of art—and perpetual works in progress.

Over the years, I’ve adopted annual themes instead of rigid resolutions to guide my decisions and nurture joy. Last year was my Emerald Year, focused on health, wealth, and inner peace. For 2025, I’ve declared my Champagne Year: a celebration of balance, alignment, and quiet luxury—finding joy in life’s little glimmers. This blog is my way of documenting that journey and sharing it with you. My hope is to inspire others navigating demanding careers to discover fulfillment beyond the 9-to-5.

What you can expect

Here, you’ll find tips on mindfulness, strategies for work-life balance, approaches to slow living in a busy city, and reflections on gratitude. Posts will go live every Tuesday, and you can also follow me on Instagram at @mkinthemoment for more daily insights.

As I continue my journey to build a life aligned with my values, I invite you to join me. Together, we can explore what it means to craft a life filled with joy, purpose, and mindful moments. Because at the end of the day, nothing changes until we decide it’s worth it to change.

Let’s build lives we love, one mindful moment at a time.

Mindfully,
MK

What’s your first glimmer today? Share in the comments below or on Instagram.