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Inviting Joy into Physical Activity
The Summer Olympic Games invited much joy into many households. Spectators witnessed inspiring athleticism in a myriad of sports generating
What Kind of Ancestor Do You Want to Be?
What Kind of Ancestor Do You Want to Be? There is no disputing that many of our traits and propensities
A Woman with Muscle Reaps Rewards
The muscular system is one of the most dynamic, responsive systems in one’s body. Our muscles form thousands of elastic
Creating Emotional Sovereignty
Our emotions can rule our lives. Imagine each emotion as a rock placed into one’s backpack. Each rock has an
The Uninvited Guest: Stress
There is considerable discourse these days about longevity and its correlation to how we manage stress. Stress seems like a
The Art of Pivoting
The art of pivoting is an act of shifting performed in most sports and throughout our daily life. When we
Happy Hands, Happy Brain
It is helpful to reminisce about summer and reflect upon our experiences. Stepping forward with wisdom always involves looking back
Working From the Inside Out
Imagine a world where the inner work we direct time towards is met with society’s deepest bow of adoration. This
The Healthy Alternative to FOMO is JOMO
The emotional state called FOMO or Fear of Missing Out took a center stage as the age of social media
A Year to Live
Few of us are encouraged to actively contemplate the inevitability of our death, or that it could happen at any
Siempre Mejor
Since June of 1940 guests looking to enhance wellness arrived on a land belonging originally to the Native Kumeyaay at
The Virtue of Walking
Jean Jacques Rousseau, a philosopher from the 1700’s, expressed his fondness for walking by maintaining, “We think at walking pace.
Circle of Life
As we see many circular patterns in the architecture of our lives the more we realize we are drawn to
From Languishing to Living Inspired
Languishing was noted as the emotion of the year in 2021 by the New York Times. Emotions related to languishing
Become A Memory Curator Promoting Mental Health Resilience
Memories are who we are. Our photos and images from the past are treasures allowing us to take a journey
A Sit Spot on Nature and Life
Whether one is a budding naturalist or merely passionate about personal growth, a sit spot allows a place to unite
Enrichment from Our Elders
This summer held a special place in my heart. It was a time of many memorable experiences and notably trips
Simple Goodness in a Cup
While on my way to experience some reprieve time in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado I pulled off the freeway
Outdoor Adventure Life Preservers
On May 22 of this year, in the Gansu province of China, 21 ultra-marathoners got caught in a freak storm
Perfectly Imperfect
When I was a young girl my mother worked with pottery. Glazed bowls and vessels would adorn countertops that looked
Moving The Dial On Your Happiness Set Point
Happiness is an energy that seems to ebb and flow, yet, it can be strengthened and honed within each of
The Power of Silence For A Mom And Millennial Daughter
Opportunity often presents itself at the most meaningful time. This door was recently opened for this mom, who had recently
Cultural Connectivity Fosters Creativity
Perhaps there is no better time than the present to explore our creative potential. Creativity can minimize lethargy and helps
Mt. Whitney Adventures ….There is Always Someone Doing More
The concept of “grit” and the ability to “dig in” and persevere was the theme of my last article. As
Angling Life’s Ambush Waters
Vail Colorado is a destination I return to in the summer with fondness. When temperatures climb at home, traveling from
Taking the Waters
The word spa came from a small town in the 14th century known for curative, thermal mineral springs. From this
In Nature and in Each of Us
Park City Utah in the fall is magical. A visit there was an eye opener and a lesson that relates
The Frailty in Life and Health
There is frailty in life and in our health and with every moment we walk a fine line between a
Kindness at Work
As a Wellness Director an ongoing personal and professional search is essential for the most current trend of feel good
Earth Altars as a Practice of Honoring Mother Earth
Since the beginning of 2020 it has felt for many that humanity and the earths balance is at an extremely
The Beauty of Generation Z
Families across America are witnessing snapshots of high school seniors graduating respectably this year without prom or public ceremonies. The
Lessons From The Amazon Jungle
This past summer I found myself deep in the heartland of the Amazon jungle at night, with a flashlight and
Renunciate Judgement
As we arrive in the moment and witness what is set before us, we choose how to relate, while stepping
A Journey Into Journaling
Gandhi proclaimed that happiness is when, what you think, what you say and what you do are all in harmony.
The Golden Ratio of Nature
Because Death Valley is considered one of the hottest places on earth it never elicited a call to visit. After
Epic Hike Cactus to Clouds
Each day I look at the San Jacinto Mountains where the tram station resides and I have an emotional response
Art is Wellness and Wellness is Art
Health is truly defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. A one-sided approach to treating health
Ways to Honor Your Life Partner
A most skill full way to approach our partner creating an intention based on right speech, right action and
The Essence of Light
As I was walking through the forests of Big Sur during the holidays, taking a socially isolated reprieve from work
The Power of Silence
Summer adventure led me to one of the youngest islands – Iceland. This frontier land of fire and ice, as
How we see the finish line
In the summer I cycle 100 miles for an organization called “Best Buddies” assembled in the Northern California countryside. This
Taking a walk amongst trees
During the summer months there is an opportunity to ascend to higher ground by way of the Palm Springs Tram.
Nature through sage
Many of us have developed a heightened appreciation of the great outdoors this past year. This reconnection with nature comes
Learning the art of Peru
My mother always instilled a wanderlust spirit and quest to travel the world through the eyes of the people who
