Congratulations! You’ve just picked up a treasure trove of tips and resources for living long—and living well. Great start! We know that making healthier choices today for a better tomorrow takes discipline, and isn’t always fun. And knowing which choices to make can sometimes feel overwhelming. Eat this, not that. Move more. Stress less. Get… Read more »
It’s been said that when you die, a split-second tape of your entire life plays in your head. There’s a joke among codependents that when they die, the tape that plays in their head is someone else’s life. A codependent will sacrifice their thoughts, wants and needs for those of another. They will give and… Read more »
Many women I meet say some version of the same thing: “I knew something didn’t feel right, and I couldn’t explain it,” or, “I saw the signs, and I still didn’t leave.” If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone, and there is nothing wrong with you. Unhealthy relationships rarely begin with something obvious.… Read more »
The energy we bring into conversations has the power to influence, connect and transform. Every interaction carries an emotional tone that can create either openness or resistance, understanding or division. Communication is more than words; it is the exchange of presence, emotion, perspective and intention. Often, how we communicate shapes the outcome of a relationship… Read more »
I am a registered nurse and geriatric care manager. For years, I have encouraged others to make their homes safer, plan ahead and accept support before a crisis. Recently, I climbed a three-step ladder while home alone. I fell backward and landed hard on my back. As I lay there taking inventory of what parts… Read more »
For decades, we were told cardio was king. Walk more, run more, get your heart rate up, burn calories. Cardio absolutely has its place, but somewhere along the way, most adults over 40 got the message that cardio was enough. It isn’t. Cardio is excellent for your heart, lungs, circulation and mood. A brisk 30-minute… Read more »
Summer promises relaxation, but many people continue to feel busy, overstimulated and stressed. This makes it the perfect time to embrace a “summer slowdown” and nurture one of the body’s most powerful pathways for recovery and resilience: the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is the longest cranial nerve and serves as a major communication pathway… Read more »
What’s the scariest thing you’ve ever done? For me, it wasn’t changing careers. It wasn’t starting over in my mid-40s. It wasn’t letting go of a life I thought would unfold differently. It was choosing to pivot. Because pivoting asks us to do something that feels completely counterintuitive. It asks us to pause when everything… Read more »
An age-old activity is the simple act of casting a flat pebble over a body of water, watching it bounce and skip across the surface. This skimming effect is performed, often without thinking, to ease anxiety—a small ritual of release. Nowadays, “skimming the surface” describes something far more common; the way we move through everyday… Read more »
If you are taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro or any other GLP-1 medication, the scale is probably moving in the right direction. The question is, what is happening to the rest of your body while that number goes down? Here is the part your doctor may not have spent enough time on. Clinical trials, including the… Read more »
Clients often enter therapy questioning why they are in yet another toxic or dysfunctional relationship. My mantra is, “You’re either going to be it, or get into a relationship with it, unless you explore it.” People have a predisposition to that which is familiar. Thus, they may robotically repeat unhealthy mental and emotional behaviors until… Read more »
Last week, I stood in my kitchen preparing curry chicken and vegetable soup. I had discovered a new recipe and had been craving it all day. The vegetables were chopped with care, broth simmering softly, sunlight stretching across the counter. But while cooking, I answered a phone call. Replied to an email. Scrolled briefly through… Read more »
When we think about improving our health and happiness, we often focus on diet, exercise, sleep and/or finances. But there’s another powerful factor that is less obvious yet deeply influential. That factor is the people with whom we surround ourselves. Business philosopher Jim Rohn famously said, “You are the average of the five people you… Read more »
With high season behind us, a good spring cleaning is warranted. But let’s not stop at clearing out home clutter. Let’s also clear out the heaviness accumulated from many eventful months that can leave us feeling mentally foggy, bloated or fatigued. From a naturopathic perspective, spring is an ideal time for gentle “mental and physical… Read more »
When an interaction with someone is memorable, it is also engaging. It captures attention and creates a moment that lingers. The individual may not change, but they remember how they felt. When it is meaningful, it creates a connection. The person feels seen, heard and understood. Trust begins here. And when it is transformational, something… Read more »
As conversations around mental health and personal well-being expand, many people are exploring different forms of support beyond traditional models. Two approaches often mentioned together, yet fundamentally distinct, are therapy and health or life coaching. Understanding the differences between them can help individuals choose the right type of guidance and recognize how these paths can… Read more »
In working with hundreds of adults 40+, I see the same recurrent patterns: good people with good intentions making similar mistakes that stall their progress or burn them out until they quit. The good news? Each one is correctable, and most can be fixed immediately. You’re training like you’re still 25. Maybe you were an… Read more »
Where did 2025 go? Doesn’t it feel like time is moving way too fast? Maybe I’m just getting older. That’s what happens, right? They say the childlike mind enjoys many new experiences, recording each fascinating moment and making time feel slower. Adult life, on the other hand, is full of routine. The accomplished mind processes… Read more »
As a physician and health coach, I regularly educate patients and clients on how the simplest habits often create the biggest changes in health. Walking is one of those habits. It’s accessible, sustainable and scientifically backed. High-quality research from the past few years proves that walking is a powerful intervention for metabolic health, fat loss,… Read more »
Sometimes, the decision to change careers feels crystal clear. A layoff happens. The company goes out of business. A move to a new city or state. A line gets drawn in the sand, and you know it’s time to move on. But more often, the signs are quieter…the subtle whispers rather than shouts. And they… Read more »
