There seems to be this overarching notion in our world’s culture that aging is a negative thing. In certain Asian cultures, women are said to “expire” after the age of 30, and I think the popularity of plastic surgery goes to show how many feel about aging in the U.S. […]
LIVE WELL: Massages
The older I’ve gotten, the more I’ve come to appreciate the little things that just seem to make life better. This list includes monthly facials, quality skincare products, and massages. All have become necessary pieces of my current wellness routine. If you’re thinking getting a massage once a month seems […]
Are You Muting People on Instagram? Here’s Why You Should.
If you guys missed my PSA on this on Insta Stories a couple weeks ago, I’m here to tell you about the power of muting. Yes – if you had no idea, you can literally mute or essentially hide people you follow’s Instagram posts or stories from your feed. You […]
LIVE WELL: Adaptogens
Maybe you’ve heard the word adaptogens, but it left you thinking adapto-what? Because me too at first! It’s kind of a mouthful, but also a very intriguing wellness topic – perfect for this week’s edition of our LIVE WELL series. Put simply, adaptogens are adaptogenic substances used in herbal medicine. […]
LIVE WELL: Don’t Respond
I can’t remember where I first heard the saying “no response is a response,” but it’s one of my favorites. I wouldn’t say I’m confrontational, but I’m definitely one to speak my mind if something doesn’t sit well. And while I appreciate that about myself – there are times when […]
LIVE WELL: Find a Mentor
Personal development is something I’ve tried to keep at the forefront over the years. And even as I age, I believe that one of the keys to growth (both personally and professionally) is having a mentor. Because let’s be honest, figuring life out is harrrrd, so having someone there to […]
LIVE WELL: Use Garlic in a New Way
We all know and love garlic as the flavorful add-in to some of our favorite savory dishes, but have you ever thought of it as a health supplement? As it turns out, garlic is one of the most beneficial natural supplements out there! Its lingering smell on your breath might […]
LIVE WELL: Charcoal
Charcoal has been a maaajor wellness trend for a while now and I actually can’t believe I haven’t talked more about it. But here it is, in this week’s LIVE WELL! It seems like it started as a soap and then overnight there was charcoal everything (literally, there’s even charcoal […]
Are you Double Cleansing?
I’ve been hearing the phrase “double cleanse” more and more lately, so I thought I’d weigh in with a LIVE WELL installment on the topic. Double cleansing is the very trendy thing to do right now when it comes to skincare. All the big magazines and beauty resources are raving […]