Celebrating a Year Well Lived

From the moment we first crawl, we spend our entire life moving forward. We progress toward things that bring us joy and set goals for our next accomplishments. We greet each new season with anticipation and sail into January with aspirations for the new year ahead.  As 2024 comes to a close, shouldn’t we give… Read more »

Happy Healthy Season

This magical time of year brings us together to share smiles and good cheer. We celebrate family near and far, friends old and new, and all the festivities our extraordinary desert community has to offer. There is also much bringing us together in the name of good health as you’ll read in this edition. Living… Read more »

A New Holistic Support Group for Those Affected by Cancer

Combining pioneering therapies with modern technology, a new support group has recently formed for those affected by cancer. Named New ECaP (New Exceptional Cancer Patients), it offers online sessions hosted by local integrative medical hypnotherapist Roger Moore in partnership with Cancer Pathways, and features guest appearances by renowned author and revolutionary wellness guru Bernie Siegel,… Read more »

Good Energy

Similar to Peter Attia, MD, author of Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity and host of The Drive podcast, Casey Means, MD, left her residency training in a surgical specialty to pursue a career in preventive medicine after graduating from Stanford Medical School. Rather than undoing the damage so many Americans inflict upon themselves… Read more »

The Wisdom of Years

In our fast-paced, technology-driven world, the voices of older adults often go unheard. Yet, listening to them is not just a matter of respect; it is a crucial aspect of building a compassionate and informed society. Anthropologists agree that in prehistoric times, the accumulated wisdom of older people was a key to survival.1 It is… Read more »

The Value of the Masculine Connection

A new movement is taking place that brings emotionally mature, powerful, compassionate and purpose-driven men together in support and solidarity of one another.  Since the beginning of time, society has pushed men toward a subtle, unique type of emotional isolation. Often, men don’t feel comfortable talking about their lives or how they feel about things… Read more »

Practicing Mind Mastery Over Chatter

It’s taken many years to comprehend that I am not defined by my mind or my thoughts. This awareness has invited the exploration of a deeper self that quiets the daily internal chatter which, in the past, has attempted to define me and sadly at times has won. The knowledge, however, that I can master… Read more »

Vitality Zone Unites Community in the Name of Health

Health advocate and Rancho Mirage resident Michele Stone had a vision to help others in her community live long and thrive. As a nutritional consultant with over 30 years of experience implementing educational programs, she saw the positive change that advocacy and action can instill. Inspired years ago by the international work of the Blue… Read more »

Social Media Management

In today’s hyper-connected world, social media has transformed from a place to share photos and updates to a powerful tool for business growth. It’s where brands can build relationships, reach new audiences, and most importantly, drive sales with just a few clicks.  But merely having presence on social media isn’t enough anymore. The real magic… Read more »

Pay It Forward by Giving Back

The holiday season is a wonderful time for celebration, reflection and gratitude. As we wrap up the last quarter of the year, it is also an ideal time for entrepreneurs, small business owners and professionals to come together to give backthrough volunteering.  The saying, “a rising tide lifts all boats,” embodies the potential and power… Read more »

Naturopathic Medicine

 Naturopathic medicine has grown significantly over the past few decades, but many still ask what we do. Thus, we thought we’d take a step back and review the basics. Naturopathic medicine is a gentle but effective form of whole-body medicine that focuses on the foundations of health to treat disease, including diet and digestion, movement,… Read more »

Medicinal Soups 101

Herbal soups have been used in many cultures throughout generations to prevent and treat diseases. In China for example, many soups tend to be mild in nature and easily absorbed and digested. Around the world, families revere and swear by their traditional recipes, and pass them along through the ages.  Popular soups include Tom Yum… Read more »

Yoga Wisdom for Holiday Serenity

As the holiday season approaches, many of us find ourselves caught in a whirlwind of activities, expectations and emotions. While this time of year can bring joy and connection, it can also bring stress and overwhelm.  But what if we could approach the holidays with the same mindfulness and balance we cultivate on our yoga… Read more »

Embracing Fear as a Guide to Peace

For most of us, emotions can feel like a rollercoaster — overwhelming at times, comforting at others, and often confusing. But what if our relationship with our emotions could change? What if instead of pushing them away or avoiding them, we could learn to embrace them as valuable guides? This approach might be the key… Read more »

Regenerative Medicine: A Modern Approach to Enhancing Mobility

Joint and spine ailments can severely limit mobility and diminish quality of life, especially as we age. Treatment options for conditions like chronic knee pain and spinal discomfort have traditionally been medications to manage pain and surgical procedures. Unfortunately, these treatments often do not result in the desired improvement in pain and mobility.  Today, regenerative… Read more »