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Our bodies are the physical vessels that we use to navigate our lives. And the food we eat is the fuel that moves us. We literally get out of our bodies what we put into them. So if we want energy and strength and focus and longevity, then we need…

When we think about self-care, we typically picture actions and activities like healthy eating, physical exercise, and perhaps even meditation. What we often forget about is the importance of sleep. We tend to view it as if it were nothing – the absence of doing something. But the truth is…

Yoga is an incredible way to strengthen and support your mind-body-spirit connection. The combination of breath, movement, and mindfulness is especially powerful. Not only does it help you increase your flexibility, core strength, balance and mobility, studies have even shown physical improvements in blood pressure, heart disease, digestion and sleep.…

  I love the idea of Wellness Wednesdays with tips for transforming our mind-body connection. It’s such a great way to center our week and remind ourselves that wellness really is at the core of everything we do in life. Focus, energy, health, strength, and longevity are the mental and…

It’s often said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and I completely agree – even if I don’t typically “break my fast” until around 11 each morning. The first meal we introduce into our bodies each day is the foundation for the rest of the day…

The mind-body connection is much more powerful than many people realize. There’s actually a large body of science around the connection between meditation and mindfulness and physical and mental wellbeing. These are just some highlights of the positive benefits. Control Anxiety Anxiety can have profound physical and mental effects ranging…

Health and fitness aren’t just personal passions for me. They’re daily priorities that help me reduce stress, maintain energy, increase focus, and stay centered. My intention is to always stay mindful of caring for the body that moves me through this life and the mind that guides it. That being…

As women, society places a lot of expectations on us about our bodies. And in all honesty, we can be pretty judgmental about ourselves. We want to be shapely but lean. We want to be toned but not bulky. And often, we want to look more like some idealized other…

Eat Yummy and Maintain Your Tummy I am a big believer that delicious and nutritious do not have to be mutually exclusive terms! In fact, mindfully selecting and preparing fresh foods can enhance even the most common dishes with added color, texture, aroma, and flavor. Pay attention next time you…