Herbal teas (or to be more accurate, tisanes) are a delicious and approachable way to explore the nutritional and therapeutic benefits of herbs– and I drink them literally every day! In this episode I share the herbal infusions I’m drinking most often right now, along with product recommendations and details about how I prepare them. […]
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One of the most enjoyable elements of my midlife bedtime routine is a hot cup of herbal tea (more accurately called an herbal infusion or tisane). Here are three of my go-to bedtime blends, containing soothing, sleep-supporting herbs like chamomile, ashwagandha, and skullcap. Pick up one of these and let’s enjoy a bedtime cup together!
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I start every morning with a cup of tea – and wind down with one most evenings, too. While I dabble in green and white teas and love a good herbal infusion, my go-to is a bold cup of black tea (Camellia sinensis), usually with a touch of cream and some sweetener. Here are three
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Have you ever dreamed about getting away from it all…all by yourself? Five years ago, a year or so after getting divorced when I desperately needed to do something just for myself, I went on a life-changing six-day solo hiking and camping adventure. In this episode I share why the trip was so meaningful, how I
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It’s no secret that I start every day with a cup of black tea, but that’s not the only warm, comforting drink you’ll find in my mug! From late morning through bedtime, I ping-pong back and forth between my favorite herbal blends. But these infusions aren’t just a soothing and delicious way to stay hydrated!
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Feeling a little sleepier, stiffer, or less focused lately? Yeah, me too. I love fall, but I admit the combination of shorter days, less sun, and colder weather can do a number on my mood, body, and mind – and that seems especially true now that I’m in my mid-40s. With the realities of fall
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Do certain areas in your home inspire you creatively? What’s the link between comfort and creativity? In this episode I’m joined by Sarah Powers, my cohost at The Mom Hour, to talk about our favorite cozy spaces and how they help us feel more ready to create. Powered by RedCircle Episode Links Featured Partners
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If you’ve ever made a statement that starts with “I’m not the kind of person who can…” – this episode is for you. Opting out of things that stress us out can be great, but learning new skills is good for us – and it can be especially freeing to re-try things we don’t think
What does it take to be a good host? If Instagram has you convinced hospitality requires lots of money to spend on decor and the guest accommodation level of a four-star hotel, it’s time for a reframe. What if true hospitality – the kind that makes people feel welcome and comfortable – didn’t have to
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I’ll be honest: I haven’t always been a “good sleeper.” In my 20s and early 30s, tried to cram in all my “me-time” after the kids went to bed, and stayed up way too late as a result. I’ve also gone through a few periods of trying to get up super-early, buying into the idea
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