Stacey Rutus
Anastasiya (a.k.a. Stacey), a native Ukrainian who has called San Francisco her home since 2014, is a strong advocate for women’s rights in business and in play, and loves to promote self-care and me-time. Becoming a mom two years ago allowed her to reevaluate what self-care means and put her on a path towards freedom from the corporate world. Anastasiya is an avid traveler, speaks 5 languages, loves good food, good books and chilling on Ocean Beach after getting a much needed manicure! She has lived in Greece, traveled to 5 continents including Antarctica (the one near South Pole), visited 25 states in the continental US, and was on track to hit 30 countries when COVID hit. She has turned her passion into the profession of Travel Designer, saving clients countless hours and energy spent in front of search engines and transforming the way people think about planning for getaways.
A Book Review by Anastasiya: Supported, Your Guide to Birth and Baby by Kristin...
A Book Review: Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby by Kristin Revere & Alyssa Veneklase, is how you want to be while being pregnant and beyond!
Did you know that couples often spend a...
An Alternative to Muir Woods Park: Armstrong Redwoods State
Mother’s Day gift
That quiet morning, only the sounds of the trees moving in the rhythm of their own and the rustling of the paper book pages were heard. No children, no chores, no meal...
How to Entertain Your Kids at Home During Summer by Giving Them Control
Are your kids home for the summer and need a full-staff animation team to keep them engaged for you to maintain your job and sanity?
One of my rest coach clients shared that her ten and 12-year-old kids don’t...
Ice Cream or Cake: A Guide to a Birthday Party
Have you ever wished the birthday party planning was manageable?
I just wrapped up the birthday party, and here is my guide to making it fun and not overwhelm yourself in the process.
Strong opinions vs....
3 Steps to Finding Rest in Your Busy Day
As a Rest Coach and Strategist, I often hear from my clients that they are super busy and don’t have the time to rest during the day.
Here are three easy steps to find a...
How to Recharge Your Energy Through Emotional Boundaries
Boundaries can be physical (like closed doors in our rooms and apartments), or emotional (like saying no to your child who wants you to play one more game today when all you want to...
I Am Sound Sensitive.
I hate ticking clocks, dripping taps, and clicking pens.
I also startle and scream easily, especially in cinemas when a cute animal creeps up unexpectedly and jumps at the main protagonist. I do not do...
How We Learn About the World Through Books
Books are one of my essential hobbies and ways to explore the worlds around me that both engulf me in the stories and open my eyes to things and experiences I have never considered.
These...
What No One Tells You About Solo Getaways
Hey fellow parent,
How are you?
Are you tired?
Do you have days when you want to hide from your child(ren) or avoid the to-do list for the day?
When was the last time you took time for...
Salty August: How I Soaked in the Bath Every Day for a Month!
August was a national wellness month. I created an experiment to celebrate the importance of wellness and encourage my network and my rest-coaching-clients to practice something joyful and fun. It was a wellness challenge...
