How to Prepare Your Mind and Body for a Seasonal Transition
Autumn is at our doorstep! Soon, we’ll be waving those long, lazy summer days goodbye so we can start winding down into the cooler, darker, shorter days of fall. It’s tempting to think that it’s only the weather that shifts. But in reality, the transition of seasons has a profound impact on the health and […]
How to Protect Yourself From the Summer Heat
Even though the calendar might tell you that summer is coming to an end, Mother Nature hasn’t finished dishing out the last of her toasty days in 2021. So as we round the final corner of the summer of 2021, here are 4 simple ways you can keep yourself protected from the summer’s last rays […]
How You Can Plan the Perfect Cozy Winter Day
The days are getting shorter, and the air feels extra chilly. It’s no secret that winter is here in full force. But just because you’ve swapped your flip-flops for a winter coat doesn’t mean you have to hibernate until spring. You can enjoy the season to its fullest with this step-by-step guide to creating that […]
The Power of Affirmations: What They Are and Why They Work
Marcus Aurelius once said, “You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” The power of your mind is undeniable. So, how can you start to harness that inner strength and create a more positive, fulfilling life? The answer may be easier than you think: Start practicing affirmations. […]
What Are the Health Benefits of Pumpkin? Plus, What to Do With Them After Halloween…
How to Use Your Halloween Pumpkins to Benefit Your Family’s Health. As a health professional, I have to admit… Halloween isn’t my favorite holiday. I know, I know, call me a Halloween grinch but I’m just not a huge fan of a holiday centered around feeding kids sugar & fear. But over the years, I’ve […]
Eating With Intention: How to Navigate Challenging Food Choices Over the Holidays
The holidays are always a wonderful, beautiful time of year, filled with family & friends, holiday parties, and more leisure time than usual… I’d like coffee in my pajamas ’till 11 o’clock, please… 😉 But truth be told, it’s not always as “stress-free” as we might like. Between changing routines, hosting the in-laws & and […]
Why You Need a Daily Gratitude Practice + 3 Easy Ideas To Get Started
Plus, Five Science-Backed Health Benefits That Will Convince You to Start Now. You might say “thank you” with the intention of making someone else feel good and appreciated, but did you know practicing gratitude benefits YOU just as much as those around you? It’s true! Now… I know that this whole “gratitude thing” isn’t new […]
Healthy Gifts Under $60 (2022 Holiday Season)
Ready or not, gift-giving season has arrived! Whether you’re enjoying the season or feeling like a total grinch, I’m here to help you check off some boxes. — gift boxes, that is! 🎁 My challenge to you this year? Step away from the chocolate & fancy liqueurs, and opt for some healthy gifts instead. …things […]
What the Nose Knows: The Science of Smell + Essential Oils
How to Get Started + Pick The Essential Oils That Are Best For YOU. A few days ago I came across a meme that got me thinking about the power of smell. I wish I could remember the details, but I can’t (at least not completely), which is funny because it was about our ability […]
How to Eat Healthy on a Budget in 2023
I’m kicking off the New Year with a double-whammy blog that will set you up for success. What makes it a double-whammy blog, you ask?? Whether your New Year’s resolution has to do with (1) saving money OR (2) eating healthier, this blog has you covered (hence the double-whammy). 👏👏 But, all jokes aside, eating […]
