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Tag: Kristin McGee

  • Happy Thanksgiving

    Thanksgiving is not about a huge turkey and more feast or the big consumer discounts. While these (external) things can make us happy, will they bring us long-term happiness or immediate gratification? Thanksgiving is about the quality time shared with friends and family (fur babies included), counting our blessings and being grateful for all in our lives, no…

  • Mindful Monday

    How to use your body to soothe your mind. Calm Practice Butterfly Calm and release tricky emotions while unlocking our hips, where so many emotions can become stuck. Here’s how! Sit on the floor and bring the soles of your feet together. Allow your knees to fall out to the sides. You may slide two…

  • Mindful Monday

    How to use your body to soothe your mind. Calm Practice Bridge Breathing A calming movement practice to synchronize our body and breath. Here’s how! Lie on your back with your feet flat on the floor, your knees pointing towards the ceiling, and your arms alongside your body. As you inhale, press your feet to…

  • Mindful Monday

    How to use your body to soothe your mind. Calm Practice Legs Up The Wall All you need for this practice is a wall and your beautiful body! The benefits of this practice include: calming our mind and nervous system; supporting our lymphatic system and circulation; slowing our breathing; improving digestion; easing back aches; and…

  • Mindful Monday

    How to use your body to soothe your mind. Calm Practice Child’s Pose This restorative pose allows our mind and body to rest. Here are three (3) variations to try: Start in a kneeling position with your big toes touching, your knees out wide, your arms extended forward and your forehead resting on the floor.…

  • Therapy Thursday

    Therapy Thursday

    How to Improve Your Proprioception What is proprioception? Proprioception is your body’s ability to sense its position, movement, and balance. Think of it as, your internal GPS. Proprioception relies on sensory receptors (called proprioceptors) in your muscles, tendons, and joints. These send constant feedback to your brain about body position, muscle tension, and movement. Your…

  • Therapy Thursday

    What is a mantra? A mantra is an influential, dynamic affirmation or phrase that can support focus and relaxation.  Mantras can start with “I am…” I am calm. I am relaxed. I am happy. I am loved. What mantra can you add? One of my favorite mantras is “Ebb and flow, come and go” from Kristin McGee‘s 5-minute guided…

  • Foodie Friday

    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week As we experience warmer, sunnier ☀️, and longer Spring days, our taste buds may crave a sweet treat after dinner. Kristin McGee shared a healthful lemony treat in her newsletter last week that I want to share with all of you.  What is your favorite Springtime treat, activity, memory or…

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    How to use your body to soothe your mind. Calm Practice Body Scan Body scans can build awareness and connection with our body. Here’s how! Sit in a comfortable chair, a cushion on the floor, or lie down on a comfy rug or yoga mat. Take a few deep breaths and notice the feeling of…

  • Happy Self-Love Day

    Happy Self-Love Day

    If you are single (like me) and want to do something or go somewhere tonight to be around other singles, join a sweat session or a calmer mind-body practice at your local fitness center. Or, join me for a Peloton class (LB name: LuthiR)! Valentine’s Day (or “Hallmark Day”) is not only a day for…