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Better Wellness Naturally

Holistic Therapeutic Services; Individual and Group Counseling; Retreats; Education.

Private holistic health counseling sessions, group work, therapeutic and psilocybin psychedelic retreats (abroad), and workshops with an emphasis on Holistic Health and Healing. Please see our website for current schedules and resources: https://www.BetterWellnessNaturally.com

02/27/2026

Wellness isn’t a "to-do" list… it’s a toolkit.

Often, we struggle to stay consistent because we’re using the wrong tool for the job. You wouldn't use a hammer to turn a screw, right?

If you're feeling high-anxiety, sitting in silent meditation can feel almost impossible, and that’s okay. That might be the moment to let breathwork or yoga shift that physical energy first. If your mind is racing with a million ideas, journaling can be your best friend to get it all on paper.

Awareness is the first step to finding a flow that actually feels good. 🌿

02/26/2026

Reminder: You are allowed to do things that aren't "productive."

Paint a messy picture. Dance in your kitchen to a song you loved in high school. Roll down a hill. At Better Wellness Naturally, we believe that true wellness includes the "un-serious" stuff, too. 😉

Healing doesn't always have to be deep "work"… sometimes it looks like a belly laugh. It’s about giving your inner child the mic for a change.

What’s one thing you do purely for fun? Let's get some "unproductive" inspiration going in the comments!

02/24/2026

Think of your mind like a garden. 🌸

If you keep planting new flowers (positive thoughts) but never pull out the weeds (old subconscious beliefs), the garden gets crowded and messy.

That’s what we call "Mental Plaque." It’s the "I’m not good enough" or the "I can’t do this" that’s been playing on repeat since forever.

At Better Wellness Naturally, we don’t just put a band-aid on the stress. We go deep. 🧘

Always here if you want to explore what’s been keeping you stuck. Feel free to reach out when you’re ready.

02/23/2026

Stop judging your slow seasons.

In the wellness world, we’re often told we should always be blooming. Always happy, always productive, always "on."

But at Better Wellness Naturally, we look to the earth for a better truth: Growth requires rest.

Whether you are in a Winter of releasing, a Spring of rooting, or a Summer of expanding, you are exactly where you need to be. Healing isn't a race... it's a return to your natural rhythm. 🧘

You aren't behind. You’re just in a different season.

02/19/2026

This review hit me right in the heart. 💙

There is a massive difference between studying the path and actually walking it. When I wrote Damaged Rudders, I didn’t want to give you clinical theories or "fluff"… I wanted to give you the tools I used when I was in the thick of it myself.

Healing isn't always pretty, and it's rarely easy. But it is possible when you have a map that’s been tested in the real world.

To this reader: thank you for seeing the heart (and the sweat) behind these pages.

If you’re ready to move past just "reading about it" and start doing it, grab your copy on Amazon. 📘😌

02/18/2026

POV: You’re feeling stressed, and that 5th cup of coffee isn't helping. ☕️❌

Your brain might actually be "nature-starved."

It sounds simple, but 20 minutes in a green space is a biological game-changer. It’s the quickest way to tell your nervous system, "You’re safe... you can relax now." 🌿

The best part? No forest nearby is no problem. Your backyard, the local park, or even a leafy balcony counts. Your body just needs to see the green to hit the reset button.

Where’s your favorite "green spot" to go when you need to breathe?

02/17/2026

Real talk: You don't have to earn your rest.

I think we all get into this Tuesday "hustle" mode where we feel like if we aren't crossing 100 things off the list, we're failing. But your worth isn't a performance.

If all you did today was breathe and keep going, honestly? That’s a win.

Let the pressure go for a second. Your heart needs a break more than your inbox needs checking.

Repeat it until you believe it: "I am doing enough." 🧘

How’s your heart feeling today? No pressure to be "perfect," just be real.

02/16/2026

Monday doesn't have to be a "sprint," okay?

I know the "Monday Blues" are real, and that pressure to hit the ground running can feel so heavy. But your nervous system doesn't care about your deadlines… it cares about your safety and your peace. 🧘

Before you dive into the emails and the chaos, give yourself 30 seconds to just exist. You don't need to have it all figured out by noon. You just need to be here.

What’s one small thing you’re doing for yourself today?
Even if it’s just making a really good cup of coffee. Tell me below! 👇

02/15/2026

It’s wild how much our minds do behind the scenes, right? 🧠

That "autopilot" mode is great for driving or brushing our teeth, but it also carries our old habits and beliefs.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in a loop despite your best efforts, just know it’s not a lack of will… it’s just your subconscious doing its job!

Understanding how this works is the first step to finally feeling like you are back in the driver's seat.

If you're ready to explore how heart-centered hypnotherapy can help you update those old patterns, we’d love to support you. 💚

You can find more info on our approach and book a call over at www.betterwellnessnaturally.com (link in bio).

02/13/2026

Science says: Mistakes are your best teachers!

When we make an error, our brain initiates a process called “error correction.” This triggers the release of dopamine, which heightens our awareness and helps us retain information better than if we’d gotten it right the first time.

3 Keys to turning mistakes into power:
➡ Redefine: Failure is just a lesson in disguise.
➡ Reflect: Analyze what went wrong without judgment.
➡ Apply: Use that new wisdom to move forward with confidence.

Embrace the messy middle of the learning process... it’s where the magic happens.

In nature, nothing is wasted… even a fallen leaf nourishes the soil. Trust your process and be gentle with your growth today. 💚

02/12/2026

We spend so much of our day checking things off a list for everyone else.
Today, let’s flip the script.

Wellness isn’t always about big, sweeping life changes. Usually, it’s found in the quiet moments where we choose ourselves—even if it’s just for five minutes.

Take a deep breath and look at that last question again. What would your best friend say to you right now? Whatever that answer is, give yourself permission to lean into it. You deserve the same care you so freely give to everyone else. 😌

02/11/2026

This one feels so special because it speaks to exactly why I wrote this book.

I didn’t want to write another book that "soft-talks" around trauma. We’ve all had enough of that. I wanted to create a manual… something you can actually pick up and use when the water gets rough and you need to find your way back to yourself.

In these pages, I’ve woven together clinical rigor with the practices that saved me: yoga, creativity, and our connection to the divine. This isn't just theory to me; it’s lived experience.

If you are finally ready to move past observing your trauma and start the actual work of repair, I’m walking right there with you.

📘 Grab your copy on Amazon. You can also scan the QR code on the photo.

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8051 N Tamiami Tr
Sarasota, FL
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http://www.BetterWellnessNaturally.com/

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La Alza Health and Wellness is dedicated to facilitating powerful, motivational and dynamic self-discovery, healing, and personal development in supportive and non-judgmental settings. We utilize transformational, heart-centered, holistic approaches to the healing process and are committed to assisting others on their paths to positive changes and a greater sense of health and well-being.

Laura Garrison, Ph.D. conducts private counseling sessions, group work, retreats, workshops, with an emphasis on Holistic Health and Healing. Information and appointment requests may be found at www.La-Alza.com