Sincerely, Brooke

Summer has a way of seducing us with its endless sun and barefoot freedom – beach days, late nights, and a make-it-up-as-you-go itinerary. But as the seasons shift, the light changes, and the air turns crisper, there’s a natural invitation to slow down, re-center, and get intentional again. September isn’t…

Thanks to my friends at Golden Hippo, I’ve recently added a little ritual to my morning routine, and I have a feeling you’ll appreciate it, too. It’s quick and easy… and it gives you a real peek into how your body is doing before the chaos of the day begins.…

Exercising isn’t the only healthy way to work up a sweat. Turns out, even a relaxing sweat is good for us! Studies show that simply sitting in a sauna can temporarily induce a low-level, short-term state of heat stress that triggers a series of positive reactions similar to working out.…

I’ve always found it surprising that so many people view the mind and body as separate entities. This perspective isn’t necessarily as common in some other cultures, but here in the U.S. we tend to split them into distinct disciplines… medicine and psychology. For the most part, we diagnose them…

Protein is SO important for good health, whether it’s supporting our strength, mobility, and function, or counteracting the effects of aging and peri/postmenopause on our bodies. It’s a critical nutrient for muscle growth and repair – as well as for maintaining healthy skin, hair, and nails! For a long time,…

The benefits of meditation are well documented, and I know for sure that it’s one of the absolute best things we can do for our mental and physical health. Notice I said “best,” not “easiest.” Turns out it’s easier to do a 5-minute plank than it is to quieter our…

May is officially National Walking Month and I can’t emphasize enough how important it is to get your steps in! Surprisingly, we actually use 200 different muscles when we walk, which counts as an amazing workout to me! Recently, I’ve been challenging myself to do 10,000‑12,000 steps a day, which…

There is a popular – but unhelpful – belief that, when it comes to vegetables, less cooking means more nutrients. According to that theory, raw is obviously the best, and steamed comes in as a close second. But the truth is a bit more complicated than that. Yes, intense or…

There is something magical about the changing of seasons. It is as if nature consciously turns the page on one chapter and begins a new one. For me, spring holds special meaning, both spiritually and religiously, as a symbol of new beginnings. It is a chance to reset, clean the…