Rise & Thrive Wellness

Rise & Thrive Wellness Our mission is to help members of our community reconnect with things that are truly important, both in their own lives and in relationships.

We strive to make wellness an accessible practice and eliminate mental health stigma.

02/14/2026

Daily stretching isn't just about flexibility—it's about strengthening your mind-body connection and helping your nervous system regulate.

When you stretch, you're doing more than loosening tight muscles. You're:

-Increasing body awareness and presence
-Producing endorphins (those feel-good chemicals in your brain)
-Releasing stored tension and stress
-Sending signals of safety to your nervous system

You don't need a full routine. Start small with neck rolls while you wait for your tea or cat-cow stretches before bed. Your body will tell you what it needs if you listen.

What's one area of your body that's asking for some attention today? 🌿



Get Creative at Stencil & Step! Ready for a night of fun, friends, and fabulous DIY? Join us for doormat painting at Ris...
02/13/2026

Get Creative at Stencil & Step!

Ready for a night of fun, friends, and fabulous DIY? Join us for doormat painting at Rise & Thrive Wellness!

🗓 Date: Friday, March 13
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: 259 S. Schuyler, Kankakee, IL
💵 Cost: $60 (All materials + drinks included!)

Bring your creativity, grab a friend, and leave with a custom doormat that’s uniquely YOU! Whether witty, colorful, or cozy, your mat, your masterpiece.

Spots are limited — reserve yours now!
📲 Scan the QR code or click below to sign up today!

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02/12/2026

When life feels overwhelming or you're feeling disconnected from yourself, try this powerful grounding technique: Go outside and stand barefoot on the earth. Yes, even in February. No matter the temperature or weather. 👣

Here's how: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Push through the soles of your feet into the earth. Scrunch and flex your toes

Notice the sensations—the temperature, texture, stability beneath you
This practice helps you refocus and gain stability by literally connecting you to solid ground. It pulls you out of your racing mind and back into your body, into the present moment.

Even 60 seconds can shift your nervous system. Your body knows how to find stability—sometimes we just need to remind it. 🌍




02/12/2026

Kankakee High School’s Living and Learning class recently visited the Rise & Thrive Kankakee office for their monthly community field trip. 🏫

Field trips usually correlate with our themed unit each month, this month, our theme is about conflict.

Megan Campbell & Lindsay Mathews led the class through group activities and discussion about conflict and gave the class a tour. A great time was had by all!







02/08/2026

You don't need an hour-long practice or a yoga mat to benefit from somatic work. Starting with just 2 minutes of somatic practice or movement daily can improve your nervous system regulation.

That's shorter than scrolling through social media or waiting for your coffee to brew. What if you used that time to check in with your body instead?

This month, we're sharing bite-sized somatic practices that fit into your real life—because rest and regulation shouldn't feel like another overwhelming task on your to-do list.

What's one 2-minute window in your day where you could pause and reconnect with your body? 🕐



02/07/2026

Meet the 5 Point Check-In by Dr. Arielle Schwartz—a simple way to pause and check in with yourself.

Here’s how:
🧠 Mind: What are your thoughts like right now? Clear? Foggy? Racing?

🫀 Body: What sensations do you notice? Tension? Warmth? Heaviness?

🫁 Breath: Are you breathing deeply, or is your breath shallow or
restricted?

💭 Emotions: What feelings are present? Can you name them?

⚡ Energy: Do you feel fatigued or energized right now?

This isn't about changing anything—just noticing. When we become aware of how we're showing up, we create space to respond to what we actually need.

Try this check-in a few times today and see what you discover about yourself.




02/05/2026

What is Somatic Therapy?

This February, we're focusing on REST—and not sleep. We're talking about nervous system rest, the kind that comes from reconnecting with your body through somatic therapy.

Somatic therapy recognizes that trauma, stress, and emotions aren't just stored in our minds—they live in our bodies too. Through gentle movement and body awareness practices, we can help our nervous system find regulation and release what we've been holding onto.

Somatic therapy can help with: trauma healing, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, stress management, intrusive thoughts, and even chronic pain. This month, we'll share simple practices you can start using today. Your body has been keeping score—let's help it find rest. 💙



02/04/2026

We were honored to be part of the Bradley School District’s Family Strong Night! Getting to educate and encourage parents on how to keep their kids safe and healthy in a digital world is not something we take lightly! 📱

Our therapists gave the following presentations:

- Mindful Moments: Your Child’s Social and Mental Well-Being and Your Own

- A Positive Approach to Discipline

- Family Stress

- Social/Mental Well-Being of Your Child

For all the parents out there: what would you like us to discuss next time? 🙋‍♀️

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01/31/2026

Let's clear something up: Self-compassion is NOT weak, selfish, or self-indulgent. And it won't make you lazy or conceited.

In fact, self-compassion gives you the emotional resources to face challenges and grow. Being kind to yourself isn't letting yourself off the hook—it's giving yourself the support you need to actually move forward.

What myths about self-compassion have you believed? 🫶

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01/29/2026

Self-criticism feels productive, but research shows it actually undermines our wellbeing and motivation. 👎

Self-kindness isn't about lowering your standards—it's about supporting yourself through challenges instead of tearing yourself down.

This week, notice your self-talk. Is the voice kind? 🗣️

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01/24/2026

The third element of self-compassion is SELF-KINDNESS: Treating yourself with care and understanding rather than harsh judgment.

Here's the key question: How would I talk to someone I love in this situation? Would you tell your best friend they're worthless after a mistake? Would you tell a struggling family member to just get over it?

Probably not.

So why do we talk to ourselves that way? 💛

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