Why “Making America Healthy Again” Needs a Rewrite.
Have you heard of MAHA—Making America Healthy Again?While the phrase has political echoes, I believe health should never belong to one party. In my latest blog, I share a mostly mindful perspective on MAHA: why the “again” misses the point, how we can start by building health at home, and why true wellness comes from weaving together traditional healthcare and holistic practices.
I Paid to Run 10 Miles in the Rain (And I’d Do It Again)
What happens when you decide to try something that scares you? What opens up when you challenge the narrative you’ve always believed about yourself?
I was 41 when I decided to run my first 10-mile race. For years, I had been walking, practicing yoga, moving mindfully—but something in me was craving a deeper challenge. I wanted to see what I was made of.
It wasn’t just about running. It was about shifting from avoiding discomfort to embracing it. From wanting to be skinny to wanting to be strong.
From Impulse to Intent: Redefining Your Relationship With Retail
Impulse buys are like uninvited guests at a well-planned party - they show up unexpectedly and often overstay their welcome. These purchases usually happen when we’re caught off guard by a shiny new product, a limited-time offer, or a persuasive influencer post. While these moments can provide a rush of excitement, they rarely deliver lasting fulfillment.
Reflections from Within: Lessons from My Yoga Journey
Yoga is more than just movement—it’s a reflection of how we show up in life. From my first awkward class to becoming a teacher, here’s what I’ve learned along the way.
Brain-Boosting Superfood Smoothie
Just like we all have unique superpowers, certain foods have their own special abilities! This recipe is designed to fuel your brain and body, keeping you sharp, focused, and feeling great.
Finding light in the dark: Harnessing your unique strengths.
Yes, some people will show up in ways we don’t like. Some will challenge us, or even anger us. But when people show up authentically, we also find our people. Our tribe.
Goals, Growth, and Connection: Reflecting on an inspiring 2024
Not every goal made it into the "done" column this year—my small group coaching program might just find its moment in 2025—but each aspiration brought me closer to myself, to others, and to a sense of curiosity I hadn’t felt in a while.
Post-Election Survival: Why Cancel Culture Isn’t the Answer
Hustle hangover: Why Millennial women need more rest.
Why are we so resistant to rest? Perhaps it's because we’re also a generation conditioned to compete. Look around at any brunch table of Millennial women, and you’ll find an unspoken contest: Who has the busiest schedule? Who’s balancing work, workouts, and a social life with seemingly effortless ease? But here’s a little secret I learned: There is no prize for burning out.
When Life Gets Messy: Embrace a Real-Life Reset
I’ll admit it, I haven’t been taking care of myself as well as I should. It’s not intentional - life just gets, well, busy. Between endless to-do lists, both personal and professional, and now that I’ve started teaching in-person yoga again, those precious non-work hours are slipping away faster than I’d like. Little things are chipping away at the foundation I’ve worked so hard to build over the past six months.