Ever had a “gut feeling” about something? It turns out, that phrase might be more literal than we think. The gut and brain are closely connected, with the foods we eat playing a direct role in our mood, stress and overall mental well-being. Scientists refer to the gut as the “second brain” because of its…
Utilizing the elements of Feng Shui for inspiration Welcome to your February wellness blog. I thought I’d tap into the elements of Feng Shui this month since I was inspired by a current trip I’m on and thought others could benefit from tapping into these elements. Over the holidays I was in New Jersey, and…
Every new year, I like to develop a theme. This year, my 2025 theme is – Life by Design. This is something I heard a couple of years ago and it clung to me, so much that I dedicated a chapter to it in my book. So what is “Life by Design?” Life by design…
3 tips to help put yourself first to feel more relaxed this season Oh, the holidays. A time for good food, lights, decor, and quality time with family. Although perhaps you don’t share the same sentiment? When you think of the holidays, do you think more about hosting and needing to clean your home, the…
Recently, I was dog sitting, and it reminded me of the pure joy animals can bring to our lives (If you’re an animal person that is, which I think most of us can appreciate even if we aren’t directly pet owners). The life of an animal is so simple. In this case dogs just need…
Ever create a resolution or tell yourself you’re going to start doing something, only to give up after a few days? Perhaps it was too difficult, or life got in the way. Research shows that when people make New Year’s resolutions for example, less than 20% stick with their goals. Even more interesting though, is research also shows…
Happy July all! We are halfway thru the year and it’s also my birthday month which I am super excited about 🙂 I thought this would be a good month to check-in with how we’re doing so far in 2024, and set any intentions for the remainder of the year. Often we set goals in…
Did you know June is National Employee Wellness Month? During the month of June, employers are encouraged to prioritize the physical, mental and emotional well-being of their staff. Workplace Wellness is essential to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for employees to thrive in and has long-term effects on ROI. As an HR Manager, how can you foster workplace wellness for yourself and your employees? 5…
71% of Americans are stressed by money, but this is a topic that rarely gets discussed. In honor of May- Mental Health Awareness month, let’s take a look at the topic of financial wellness and what we can do to create a positive financial headspace. Tips to strengthen your financial wellness: 1. Be in…
There is a lot of hype around Omegas, which are fatty acids found in foods we consume, but did you know, not all Omegas are created equal? Often we hear about Omega-3s which are found in salmon, walnuts and flaxseeds. This is just one part of the equation though. Americans actually consume more Omega-6s, which are found…