The WELLthy Life

10/18/2025

Slower mornings. Softer rhythms.✨

It’s been a while since I’ve shared here — life invited me into a quieter season of great demands- one that asked for stillness, life-sustaining self-care, and deep presence. (More on this to come)

These days look a little different — warm feeds, sleepy snuggles, sunlight on her cheeks, and me… learning to move slower, breathe even deeper, and be present through it all.🤍

Wellness has always been at the heart of my life — a foundation I’ve built everything around. But motherhood… it expanded that meaning beyond myself. It’s no longer just about living well, but raising well — nurturing a tiny life whose well-being depends on my own. The weight and wonder of that truth have shifted everything. Every choice matters — the food I eat, the peace I protect, the energy I bring into our home.

I don’t have all the answers (none of us do), but I’m learning every day — how to nurture gently, choose intentionally, and build a life rooted in strength, grace, and longevity.

As our family grows, I’m excited to share what’s helping us live well — body, mind, and spirit — and hopefully inspire not only moments of calm and connection, but a lifestyle of health, vitality, and lasting well-being for families everywhere.

Here’s to a new season of life, love, and true wellness — together. 🌿🫶🏻☀️

11/08/2024

✨🌿 FRIDAY’s Featured Flow 🌿✨

Need a Quick Recenter? Let’s Move Together!

In just 5-10 minutes of movement, breath, and intentional flow you can completely reset your day.

When we pause to reconnect with our bodies, we:

🌻 Release Tension – Shake off the stress that’s been hiding in your shoulders and neck.

💫 Boost Energy – Feel the fresh wave of energy that a few mindful stretches can bring.

🧘‍♀️ Improve Focus – Quiet the noise and create space for clarity and calm.

💞 Nurture Yourself – Taking time for yoga, even if it’s brief, is an act of self-love and the ultimate self-care.

Roll out your mat (or find any comfy spot on the floor) and give yourself the gift of movement today. Your mind and body will thank you! ✨

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The WELLthy Life

Whether you are starting your day, or closing it off, this practice will bring you into your body and allow you the space to let go of mental or physical ten...

10/11/2024

🧘🏼‍♀️✨Friday’s Featured Flow✨🧘🏼‍♀️

Cleansing Breathwork + Posture Correction Yoga Flow | Calming Yoga For Peace & Openness

In this practice we will focus on improving the posture to create a healthy, strong spine. Utilizing asanas to open the chest and strengthen the back, you are sure to experience stress relief and muscle relaxation, and achieve overall alignment. Our practice will close with a beautiful session of alternate-nostril breathing to calm and nourish the nervous system, increase flow of oxygen, and relieve anxiety. Enjoy! 🫶🏻

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The WELLthy Life

In this practice we will focus on improving the posture to create a healthy, strong spine. Utilizing asanas to open the chest and strengthen the back, you ar...

10/09/2024

Hey friends! 🌿 It’s Wellness Wednesday, and I’ve got something truly powerful for you. If you care about your health, your family’s well-being, or simply thriving in this fast-paced world, this conversation is a must-watch. 👀

It’s eye-opening, deeply insightful, and packed with the knowledge we all need to live our healthiest, fullest lives. Trust me, you don’t want to miss it—tune in and soak up this wisdom. Your body and mind will thank you! 🫶🏻

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10/07/2024

Welcoming you into a fresh week 😊

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10/04/2024

🧘🏼‍♀️✨Friday’s Featured Flow ✨🧘🏼‍♀️

Grounding Yoga to Calm & Relax Your Mind and Body | Healing Yoga To Support a Healthy Nervous System

Whether you are starting your day, or closing it off, this 10-MINUTE practice will fully immerse you into your body and allow you the space to let go of mental or physical tension. This slow flow is targeted at sending love into the frontside body, and the hands as we fully open up with intentional, gentle stretching. This full activation of the parasympathetic nervous system is sure to reduce stress & anxiety and support full-body healing. Enjoy! 🤍

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Whether you are starting your day, or closing it off, this practice will fully immerse you into your body and allow you the space to let go of mental or phys...

10/03/2024

A simple commitment of only TEN minutes per day, for TEN days, this 10 for 10 series is perfect for anyone that is short on time, but high on stress.

Together, we'll reset the nervous system, rejuvenate our bodies, and recharge our minds, embracing this season of new beginnings with open hearts and centered spirits.

This series is designed to create space in your body and mind, cultivating mindfulness and awareness that beautifully aligns and centers you.

Through intentional movement, breath, and meditation, we will nourish and nurture our nervous systems-something so essential for our overall well-being.

When we care for our nervous system, we reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and boost our energy levels, allowing our bodies to move through life with more ease and balance.

This is your invitation to pause, reconnect with yourself, and indulge in your well-being.

Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this is a space for you to come as you are, breathe deeply, and align with your inner peace.

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmI-T8lVrpMP2mnNE_rgIwgMcP9Gl8QnH&si=_ajW18KYV7HSF0Oe

09/30/2024

Did you know that your muscles do so much more than help you lift and move? They are often referred to as the “longevity organ” for a reason!

Let’s explore why keeping your muscles strong is one of the keys to aging gracefully and feeling good from the inside out.

🌸 Why Muscle is Key to Longevity:
Muscles play a crucial role in your overall health and wellness. They help regulate blood sugar levels, support bone health, and even impact your metabolism. Strong muscles make daily tasks easier, protect your joints, and reduce the risk of falls and injury, especially as we age.

🌟 The Magic of Maintaining Muscle:
As we age, we naturally lose muscle mass (around 3-5% per decade after 30!), but the good news is we can slow that process down. Strength training, yoga, and resistance exercises are gentle yet powerful ways to maintain and build muscle. Don’t forget: the goal isn’t just to build bigger muscles, but to keep them healthy and strong for the long haul.

💚 Muscle & Mental Health:
Building muscle is not only about physical well-being—it’s also tied to mental health. Moving and strengthening your body releases endorphins that boost your mood and help reduce stress. Plus, the discipline and focus that comes with building strength bring a beautiful sense of calm and balance to the mind.

🌱 How to Keep Muscles Thriving:

1. Strength Training– Incorporate bodyweight exercises, resistance bands, or light weights into your weekly routine.

2. Protein Power– Nourish your muscles with enough protein to support repair and growth (hello, plant-based or lean proteins!).

3. Yoga & Mobility– Gentle yoga flows not only stretch and elongate muscles but also build endurance and core strength.

4. Mind-Body Connection– As you move, breathe with intention. Let each movement be a meditation that strengthens you inside and out.

Muscle isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about vitality, independence, and thriving at every stage of life. Let’s take care of these beautiful bodies we’ve been gifted, one mindful movement at a time. 💫✨

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09/27/2024

How often do you practice intentional breathing to strengthen and protect your heart?

Let’s discuss the Power of Breathwork on Heart Health 🫀

1. Activating the Vagus Nerve

When you engage in deep, diaphragmatic breathing, you stimulate the vagus nerve, which plays a critical role in controlling heart rate. This activation triggers the parasympathetic nervous system, helping slow the heart rate and lower blood pressure.

2. Lowering Blood Pressure and Heart Rate

Slow, controlled breathing helps to reduce cortisol levels, leading to a decrease in blood pressure and heart rate. Over time, this can lower the risk of hypertension and heart disease.

3. Improved Heart Rate Variability (HRV)

Breathwork can improve HRV, which is a measure of the variation in time between heartbeats. A higher HRV is a sign of a healthy, resilient heart, reflecting the body’s ability to adapt to stress.

4. Increased Oxygenation

Deep breathing increases oxygen intake and improves oxygen delivery to the heart muscle. This boosts circulation, enhancing the heart’s efficiency and overall function.

All in all, Breath is the most powerful and accessible wellness tool we have—completely free and always with us. With each intentional inhale and exhale, we can calm the mind, rejuvenate the body, and nourish the heart.

Are you using this incredible resource to its full potential? 🌬️

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*Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new wellness practices, especially if you have underlying health conditions.

09/26/2024

Breath is life. It’s our prana, our life force, flowing through every cell in our bodies.

But here’s the secret: HOW we breathe changes everything. When we breathe shallowly, just from the chest, we send signals to our body and brain that we’re in “fight or flight” mode. This activates the stress response, flooding our system with cortisol and adrenaline, which can affect our mood, decision-making, and memory. Have you noticed how hard it is to think clearly when you’re stressed or anxious?

Now imagine the opposite—breathing deeply, all the way into your belly, slow and steady. Your breath is like a gentle wave, washing over you, calming the seas of your mind.

When we consciously engage in breathwork, we activate the parasympathetic nervous system, our body’s “rest and digest” mode, which signals the brain to release calming neurotransmitters like serotonin and GABA. These chemicals lower stress, improve focus, and help rewire the brain for resilience and peace. 🕊️

In fact, studies show that regular breathwork practices can literally change the brain’s structure over time. By stimulating the vagus nerve, we enhance neuroplasticity—our brain’s ability to adapt and grow. 🧠 This means that intentional breathing doesn’t just calm us in the moment; it strengthens the areas of our brain responsible for emotional regulation, decision-making, and creativity. Breathwork helps us move from reactive patterns to mindful, intentional responses.

How amazing is it that something so simple can have such a profound impact on our wellness?

And it’s not just physical. Breathwork allows us to pause the constant chatter of the mind, to create space and stillness. It’s a moment of pure presence, where we connect with ourselves on a deeper level. When we breathe with awareness, we invite clarity, peace, and a sense of being fully alive.

Let’s embrace the breath, let it guide us, heal us, and remind us of the beautiful flow of life that is always within us.

Take a deep breath with me now... Feel that? That’s life moving through you. That’s wellness in its purest form. 🌿

09/23/2024

You deserve this.🤍🌿

As we welcome the gentle shift into fall, I invite you to join me for a FREE 10-day Yoga & Breathwork Meditation series.

A simple commitment of only TEN minutes per day, for TEN days, this 10 for 10 series is perfect for anyone that is short on time, but high on stress.

Together, we’ll reset the nervous system, rejuvenate our bodies, and recharge our minds, embracing this season of new beginnings with open hearts and centered spirits.

This series is designed to create space in your body and mind, cultivating mindfulness and awareness that beautifully aligns and centers you.

Through intentional movement, breath, and meditation, we will nourish and nurture our nervous systems—something so essential for our overall well-being.

When we care for our nervous system, we reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and boost our energy levels, allowing our bodies to move through life with more ease and balance.

This is your invitation to pause, reconnect with yourself, and indulge in your well-being.

Whether you’re new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this is a space for you to come as you are, breathe deeply, and align with your inner peace.

Let us enter this new season grounded, recharged, and ready to embrace all that is ahead.

Join me and begin your 10 day retreat by following the link below and let’s reset and realign together! 🤍🍂🧘🏼‍♀️ YOU deserve it.

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