Tips and Tools for maintaining wellness in your daily life.
This is my cancer story. I am not even sure where to begin...like when does cancer begin? Why does cancer happen? How does cancer attack a seemingly healthy person? Conventional medicine will tell you it is genetics. Perhaps exposure to a chemical/toxin/radiation increased your risk for getting cancer. There is still little understanding on how … Continue reading My Cancer Story
I remember that feeling, as I watched the little pink line appear on the pregnancy test stick...Omigosh, I am pregnant! I was filled with excitement and anxiety. So many thoughts ran through my head in a flash - Am I ready for this? Wait, is that really a positive test? Do I scream with joy … Continue reading Coping with Anxiety in Pregnancy
It's officially flu season! Most years, I have managed to avoid the flu - even working as a nurse in a hospital saturated with flu patients! Avoiding the flu involves using common sense and maintaining a wellness routine. These 5 simple steps will help you avoid the flu so you can start your new year … Continue reading 5 Simple Steps to Avoid the Flu
Does the word Holistic mean Natural? The answer is no. Natural refers to something existing in or caused by nature, not man-made or artificial. Often times I see people using the word holistic when they are referring to something that is a natural remedy or a natural product. For example, a friend recently told me … Continue reading Does Holistic mean Natural?
Do you ever feel spacey, disconnected or overly emotional for no reason? Perhaps you begin to feel achy, tired or sore after a busy day at work. These can be signs that you are not grounded. Grounding is not a new concept. Our ancestors lived completely connected to the Earth - carrying out daily activities … Continue reading Get Grounded
A couple weeks ago, bright and early at our monthly meeting, a few other nurse Wellness Champions and I sat in a room, brain storming together. Our goal was to discuss and plan wellness activities and self care and how to incorporate them into the upcoming employee care events. It was easy to come up … Continue reading Simple is Sustainable
The classic American theme for February is centered around love, hearts and celebrating Valentine’s Day. Fitting with the theme, February is Heart Health Awareness Month. So, in honor of love and hearts, I’ve put together a list of 5 simple, holistic tips to keep your heart healthy and happy. Relax. The act of relaxation promotes … Continue reading Happy Heart Day
Self Care is participating in any activity that promotes happiness, feelings of peace, relaxation and healing. It is important to practice Self Care daily to maintain wellness and balance for the mind, body, emotions and spirit. Being a mom and a full time nurse keeps me on a unique, ever-changing schedule, so I have developed … Continue reading 5 Simple Ways To Restore Balance
I love camping! It is one of my most favorite things to do. I have been camping for as far back as I can remember. As a little girl, I have memories of camping in and all around Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevadas. I remember playing family games in the tent, hiking nature trails … Continue reading I ♥ Camping
I am the proud mama of a male Tropical Red Foot Tortoise named Samba. Instead of celebrating Valentine's Day (my husband believes we should express Love everyday not just on Valentine's Day and I totally agree!), we celebrate Samba's Birthday. He was born...or is it hatched? Anyway, his actual birth day isn't on Valentine's Day, … Continue reading Tortoise Teachings
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