Self-Growth All Year
The importance of observing Yom Kippur and acts of kindness and forgiveness all year is essential. Change is a process. It takes steps, it takes a lot of introspection, dedication, recognition and continual connection to the higher-self, the universe, and for some, continued connection to one’s temple, church or place of worship. Join me in […]
Having Faith
Let’s face it, life is tough. I’m not a wellness pro or some fancy wellness guru. Just an average folk tossing some tools of wisdom that got passed my way during the years. If anyone has stated to you that life is perfect. Run and keep running. Life is far from perfect. I’m a living […]
Re-evaluating Self-Care
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 […]
Connecting
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 […]
Tailoring Our Habits
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 […]
Emotional Fitness 101
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 […]
Time to Glow
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 […]
3 self-compassion practices fit for meditation-haters
by Kells McPhillips of Well + Good 1. JOURNAL YOUR WINS “Journaling is a really effective way to practice self-compassion, but not just a free-flowing journal,” says Burstein. “I recommend a journal prompt that encourages you to reflect on what went well that day—or better yet—what you did well that day. This is effective because not only […]
Total Well-being
Total well-being has been an initiative rapidly increasing in corporate America as a resource to aid employees with mental care solutions and physical wellness regimes. With the fast-paced society we reside in, this type of methodology is integral to every person outside the workplace. Today, wellness stems beyond spa-baths and massages and integrates aspects of […]
Holiday Zen
‘Tis the season to be jolly!!! It sure is. With holiday music flowing in my brain and joy radiating as I prepare holiday festivities with family and friends, it is certainly a gleeful time of year. But let’s face it, this season also culminates in anxiety from planning, coordinating, seeing relatives (not all family relationships […]