After days of indulgences over the Thanksgiving break, I wanted to nourish my body with tons of veggies, but a cold salad or a smoothie wasn’t going to cut it, as the temperatures were dropping. I did my usual Farmer’s Market visit and decided to make a soup that would be satisfying, hearty, and really make my tastebuds do a happy dance!

I struggled with an Inner Critic convincing me that I was lazy and unproductive if I slowed down and that my value was connected to how much I sacrificed my needs for the sake of others. I had weak boundaries and said “yes” to everything and everyone out of fear of missing out on opportunities or being judged by others. I would self sabotage and procrastinate on the practices and habits that I knew would truly nourish my physical and mental health.

We live in a world that rewards us for neglecting our own needs.  We are praised for how much we can cram into a day or how much we can get done.  We are admired for how we can “ do it all” and handling everything “like a boss.” People-pleasing is more than a social inconvenience; it’s a health hazard.Here are 5 simple strategies that you can start to incorporate to help you start to flex your self pleasing muscle.

Here are three key tips to help you prioritize your activities for the week after Daylight Savings Time and come out feeling better than ever.

With the changing of the season and the days getting shorter and cooler, a warming dish that is packed with protein is always something I want in my weekly rotation. Add in the fact that it only takes 30 minutes and now it is a true comfort staple!

I had always wanted to try my hand at making strawberry chia jam and this felt the perfect opportunity! So, I gave it a shot and was so surprised at how easy it was to make and how delicious it was!

As a lover of fall recipes, I’m excited to share some of my favorite fall-inspired overnight oats recipes with you. These recipes not only bring the cozy flavors of autumn to your breakfast table but also provide the benefits of a nutritious meal to support your health and wellness goals

Tomato season is still here (for a bit longer) and I am taking full advantage of the m but experimenting with recipes that can easily transition into the fall.  Enter…Sungold Tomato Risotto.  

I found a recipe from the New York Time’s Cooking app and tweaked it to make it dairy free and use a beautiful carton of Sungold tomatoes that I got from the Farmer’s Market.  This recipe is filling, took less than 30 minutes and turned out DELICIOUS!

We are moving into a true health crisis, as more and more women are beginning to feel and see the negative consequences of self-neglect. It is usually when the cost of living in a state of constant stress, burnout, and overwhelm becomes too great that we are forced to take action and break free from the habit of neglecting our physical and mental health.

Incorporating this mindful breathing into your daily routine yields remarkable benefits. As you continue practicing, you’ll find that your stress levels decrease, making room for increased focus and mental clarity. This technique is your secret weapon in moments of chaos, allowing you to access a calm and centered state even when challenges arise.