Foot Power

Foot Power

While this week’s health tip isn’t really ABOUT ballet, I have to give a shout-out to my most amazing teacher Bianca because, little did I know that, when I signed up to take her beginner’s adult ballet class in September, that my whole reality was...
Healing Anxiety

Healing Anxiety

I don’t know how you feel, but life. is. stressful.  No matter how much I intentionally try to slow down, keep less off my metaphorical plate, make time for myself, things somehow continue to enter into my days/weeks/months. I’m sure it’s the same...
Feeling Burned Out? ‘Tis The Season

Feeling Burned Out? ‘Tis The Season

How are you doing? Seriously. Close your eyes, get still, and take a review of how your body feels. Start with your head and face, move down to your neck and shoulders/upper back, then your arms, hands, stomach, lower abdomen and onto your thighs, knees and feet....
Health Benefits of Turmeric

Health Benefits of Turmeric

I’m rediscovering my old friend. This has been an on-again-off-again companion for me in those times of need….when I have a challenging time falling asleep, or I gash my hand in the garden, or my husband’s wrists are inflammed from too many days on...
Herbal tea for summer and calm

Herbal tea for summer and calm

It’s been HOT here in New Mexico. Up until about 2 weeks ago, if I didn’t know any better, I’d say that the rain gods had forgotten about us out here. I’ve got a few tips for you to stay cool, not only in body, but in mind and spirit, as well....
Health Support For Viral Season

Health Support For Viral Season

Incidentally, I was reading that post, which was from my birthday last year, in which I was reflecting on how I want to live my life. I’m finding it interesting that I took a REALLY long sabbatical from writing to you. I’ve been thinking of all of you a...