It’s time to take care of yourself.
I love walking. I love the chance to quiet my mind while taking in the sights and sounds of a forest path or neighborhood sidewalk. I love breathing the fresh air, listening to the birds (or, just as likely, a podcast) and getting my blood pumping without feeling much strain on my body. And the …
How (and why) I’m preparing to keep walking, all winter long. Read More »
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! …
3 system-supporting herbs that are always in my tea cabinet Read More »
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 …
7 Nourishing Practices I’m Adding To My Autumn Midlife Wellness Routine Read More »
“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” All moms of young kids hear this piece of advice…an irony that’s almost cruel considering that, in that stage of life, a mom is lucky to accumulate a more than a dribble of peace or time or energy. And yet, pour out she must. So, when my kids …
Starting around 14, I entered into numerous hot-and-heavy, yet unreliable, relationships with skincare products. It started with a love quadrangle with the dashing suitors Clean & Clear, Noxema, and Bioré, then progressed to a discount-driven romance with whichever drugstore brand offered the best BOGO deal. When money was flush, I’d sometimes even dabble in enthusiastic …
When it comes to midlife health and wellness, it’s easy to internalize a “no pain, no gain” mentality. But what might our relationships with our bodies look like if we were able to truly accept ourselves while also making positive changes? Today I’m excited to bring Rachel Hughes back to the show for a deep …
