Growth At Any Age
As we get older, our bodies remind us of time passing. Trust me, I am feeling it in my back and knees these days. Aging (or growth, as some call it) can mean menopause, hair thinning, a few more wrinkles, or pounds that never quite go away. Along with those physical shifts often comes a […]
Raising Emotionally Aware Kids
Children today are growing up in a world filled with constant noise. From television screens to tablets, and countless options that flood our minds, let a lone a child’s, with data, news, trends, and influences. Children are surrounded by stimuli that can shape their emotions in powerful ways, for better and for worse. Raising children […]
Why I Begin My Day with Stillness and Gratitude
There was a time when my mornings began with my phone in hand before my feet even touched the floor. Sound familiar? Notifications, news headlines, and social media updates flooded my mind before I had taken a single conscious breath. The noise of the world attracted my attention before I had connected with my own […]
The Magic of Tea
Tea has been part of my wellness ritual for years. I grew up in a household, especially during visits to my grandparents, where afternoon tea was common, particularly on a chilly day. I also grew up watching lots of British television where characters had high tea set in English decadence, so perhaps that was a […]
Easy Mindfulness On A Budget
There was a time when I thought mindfulness meant 30-minute meditations, elaborate journaling rituals, and always having the right crystals or incense nearby. But reality set in when those rituals started to backfire. Instead of supporting my well-being, they added pressure. I began to feel like I was failing at mindfulness. So, I stepped away […]
Inspiring Voices to Follow Now
We all have different tastes when it comes to the voices we turn to for guidance, encouragement, or whatever aligns with our interests. For some, myself included, it is sports and life commentary like Bill Simmons, and for others, it is mindfulness and stories of growth, survival, and change. I honestly like the blend of […]
Fun News
After three years of sampling Moment drinks, I can officially state I am hooked to this brand and love the beautiful addition it has become to my wellness routine. Moment is a natural drink infused with adaptogens and botanicals…think of it as meditation in a can. It helps me reset, recharge, and stay grounded, especially […]
The Power of MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving)
In July of 2025, wellness writer and advocate Deb Cleveland Gudema was recognized by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) with a Leadership Certificate honoring her commitment to advocacy, education, and community impact. Gudema, a doctoral student in education and founder of Well&Co., has dedicated her career to wellness writing, personal growth, and nonprofit support. […]
Hello, Menopause!
Lately, I have found myself waking up at 3 a.m. for no reason, or suddenly gloomy to bouts of hunger while the pants are feeling a tad tighter. And this is just a bit of what my body and mind are experiencing these days. After doing some research from the Mayo Clinic and having open […]
Not Being OK 24/7 is OK!
Some days, I am just not okay or chipper. Maybe it is the weather, a new life cycle, past life events, my period, lack of a good sleep or heck, maybe it is what it is, and that is okay. Society created a culture where anything short of constant happiness is seen as something we […]