As I sit down to reflect on the past year, I’m struck by how much can change in such a short time. One year ago on 8/30/23, I found myself in the hospital for the second time, experiencing a SCAD heart attack. The first heart attack had been a very scary wake-up call,...
Photo Credit: Unsplash Ditto Bowo Written by Audrey Weidman Most of the world was aware that November 5, 2024 was the presidential election in the United States. After voting earlier that day, I knew it was unlikely that definitive results would come in before I went...
In the past, I created New Year’s resolutions. But I confess… like many people I would fall off the band wagon for a variety of reasons. This year I am choosing a word for the year. To me it is more of a guiding light. If you’re a Hyper-Achiever like...
When life throws problems our way, it’s easy to focus on what’s wrong or missing. But hidden within every challenge is often a surprising gem—an opportunity to see life in a new light. It could be the joy of a hot shower after camping. Or the relief of breathing...
Shifting from stress to a state of relaxed awareness is all about tuning into your body’s natural “reset” mechanisms. Here are some gentle ways to use your body to let go of tension and step into a calm, balanced state. 1. Powerful Posture and Movement The way...
There’s a little mantra I’ve been using lately that has become a game changer for me. It’s simple, yet incredibly powerful: “How can this day get any better than this?” At first glance, it seems like a casual question, but it holds a world of possibility. It’s not...
