I will be the first to promote and advocate self-care rituals as the tools to help ease stress, anxiety, and whatever rigors one may be facing. As a parent, a nonprofit contract worker, curator of Well&Co. and the numerous other hats I wear, there have been ample times that my mindfulness practices were ineffective. Let’s
I sit and think, yes, it has been a while since I last wrote. Are you shocked? This world has turned me upside down and inside out. Like all of you, I have faced challenges that I never anticipated. Maybe I am stronger for it or more aware, but either way, I ponder each challenge
It has been a while since I have written a post. Let’s be real; COVID has created new challenges that once made simple tasks intense. On the flipside, COVID has also encompassed fruitful silver linings, in my world, at least. This pandemic has taught me the nitty-gritty of gratitude and appreciating the small things I
The importance of observing acts of kindness, forgiveness, and practicing methods that increase our growth and self-development is a practice we should utilize year-round. We often wait for New Year’s Eve or our respective religious holidays (Yom Kippur or Sunday’s at Church) to repent and re-assess our values and ethics while hoping to incorporate a
We all have daily habits, some we established by accident or during childhood. Today, now more than ever, we need to be mindful of our treatment to our bodies and minds. Are our actions helping us or making matters worse? Below are some highlighted behaviors we do on auto-pilot, and while habits in some capacity
I am so lucky to know South Florida’s leading massage therapist, Alexandra Paroulek-Bergbauer. Not only is she knowledgable beyond her years and a true self-care guru, but she is also one of the kindest humans you could meet. What I love most about Alexandra is that she deeply cares about her community and client’s needs,
The human psyche is a wondrous instrument. The brain is responsible for every thought and emotional response we elicit. Our very act of thinking is a powerful tool that controls our emotions. Acknowledging our feelings is another step in the process of how our brain operates. Historically society and possibly family have taught us to
Summertime is here which means grilling season has begun! A few of my grilling favorites range from vegetables, steak, and fish. Below is a tasty marinade recipe to be glazed over steak or salmon. Bon Appetit! This is what you need: 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup EVOO 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons of
I will be the first to promote and advocate self-care rituals as the tools to help ease stress, anxiety, and whatever rigors one may be facing. As a parent, a nonprofit contract worker, and the manager of Well&Co, there have been ample times that my mindfulness practices were ineffective. Let’s face it, COVID-19 has been
Today our world is bizarre. Things are surreal and unusual at best, but there is a silver lining! When time permits, we can embrace our inner-crafty side and make splendid recipes from delicious menu items to bath and body products. A simple beauty recipe I love is a natural highlighting spray, and since we can’t
May is mental health awareness month. And there’s no time like now to help and support those who need you. Truth is, people may not ask for help bc of shame or embarrassment. It’s up to us to check-in on our friends and family, especially the one’s that seem “great” or “have it all together”
There is no better time for self-care than at this moment. From getting extra rest (even if it’s only five minutes) to an outdoor walk or simply getting chores checked off your list, self-care is key for your mental wellness! In the following is an easy Tea Tree Clay Mask recipe. This mask is good