Welcome! So happy you’re here. We’ve danced through yet another sensational season. Time to take a breath and relax a bit. The warmer months ahead mean fewer “must-dos” and more time to tap into what our minds and bodies need.

What are you doing for yourself? I’m looking forward to my first five-day fast to cleanse, renew and reset. You just may read about it in our next edition.

If you’re seeking inspiration to ease into summer, you’ve come to the right place. Thank you for taking a moment to read, learn, grow — and to celebrate our incredible community.

In this edition, many share personal experiences with the hope of helping others. Accomplished hiker Keena Hormel of Indio shares lessons learned on the trail, while dream expert Kat Kanavos dreams of eating dandelions. Well-being coach Christy Curtis reflects on forgetting an important ingredient, while columnist Jennifer Di Francesco reminds us why putting pen to paper still matters. Matthew Keane, PA, touches on restoring the heart of health care, while Dr. Jones-Poland shares how music, mindfulness and boxing helped her stepfather through Parkinson’s.

Enhancing individual well-being starts with each of us, and is supported by businesses that work to make the healthy choice the easy choice. That is a principle of the Blue Zones Project in Palm Springs and Coachella, as they recognize four local companies receiving accolades. Other organizations are doing the same, inviting you to take part in “Healthy Happenings”.

It’s good to be with you. Thank you for reading — and taking time for yourself as we ease into summer.

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