Welcome & thanks for being here! 🤗 My name is Courtney.
My blog, “CocoGlows" [“Coco” being short for my name, Courtney, and “Glows” referring to the “glow-up”] I share my passion for creating healthy comfort recipes that nourish both body and soul. Alongside these recipes, I provide wellness tips that cover beauty, skincare, and self-care, helping you cultivate a balanced lifestyle.
My culinary journey also includes discovering the best kitchen essentials, which I love to share with my readers. As a former tech consultant, I offer insights into the tech side of blogging, with guides to help you start or improve your own food blog, whether you're just starting out or an experienced creator looking for new tools.
My Blogging Story
I started this blog almost 10 years ago originally as a creative outlet while living in Japan, alongside my YouTube channel where I filmed DIY makeup tutorials. Fast forward to today, I finally feel like I've gained the knowledge needed to turn my hobby into a full-time career, which is why I decided to pursue blogging full-time in March 2024.
Through grit, passion, countless online courses, and research—along with the foundation I built working as a tech consultant and project manager—I developed the skills and resilience needed to create what you now see as CocoGlows.com.
It brings me great joy to share this project with the world (especially as an introvert). My hope is that at least one reader finds value in it—whether through my cozy, healthy comfort food recipes, makeup tips, motivational stories, or simply the vibe.
Dedication
I dedicate this blog to my mother and grandmother, whose resilience, resourcefulness, and unwavering love shine through their passion for cooking and cuisine. I also thank my family for inspiring my food journey as an expression of love and community. From my mother teaching me how to cook growing up, my father sharing his knowledge of gardening and fishing, and my sister introducing me to the world of wine and spirits—the world of food and creation was all around me, and I am deeply grateful for it.
Best Advice I Received as a New Blogger:
Believing in yourself is incredibly important.
When others question your choices, trust your gut and stay true to what you believe is right for your future—not what others might try to convince you of, especially if they are unable to see your vision.
Cut out the noise early and stay focused. I’ve faced similar challenges, and sometimes people project their own insecurities or self-limiting beliefs onto you. That’s when you need to remind yourself, “that ain’t my business,” and keep moving forward.
Remember, you chose this path because your gut told you to. No one else can see your vision but you. Believe in yourself, and the rest will fall into place. ♥️
Gaining Skills
I feel like I can’t fully talk about blogging without mentioning the mental fortitude it takes to overcome the obstacles. It literally took me three tries to build this blog before I figured out a system that worked effectively, without burning me out or making me feel trapped. With time, I developed the patience and technical skills to understand the blogging landscape better.
Today, I am ready to share what I have learned along the way, so be sure to bookmark this page to come back to later or subscribe to my email newsletter below ⬇️ to stay updated on the latest posts!
I hope you find something on my blog - whether it's a recipe or wellness story - that inspires or brings you joy. If so, I would love to hear about it! ❤️ Be sure to add me on social media (links below)!
Sending you good vibrations ✨
Peace and love ☮️💜