It seems that cold plunging is all the rage for the moment, but is it really beneficial…and are there special considerations for women? Of course, cold plunging is nothing new. Cold-water immersion, often paired with saunas, is a Nordic tradition meant to build resilience and reset the mind. But what about the physical effects on…
“Life is not a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced.” ~Søren Kierkegaard I chose CELEBRATE as my 2026 Word of the Year (WOTY). One way I’m putting that word into practice is to take note of the many things I have to celebrate…large and small…during the month and sharing the highlights…
With my Camino de Santiago journey less than six weeks out, I am getting serious about addressing the all-important question of “What should I pack for my Camino pilgrimage?” As a reminder, I am walking the final 126 km of the Portuguese Way over six days and am using a luggage transfer service. Obviously, if…
Lavender is perfect for adding color and a pleasant, calming aroma to your landscaping, as well attracting pollinators, but why stop there? Once your plants take off like mine have…finally…why not put them to good use around your house too. Popular uses for lavender Lavender can be used for creating syrup, baking, making infused oils,…
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote a post on living with perimenopause and menopause. I thought it would be appropriate to follow up with a discussion about life after menopause…what we can expect and what we can do to improve the quality of life post-menopause. In addition, it was pointed out that my last…
“Celebrate life, for it is the ultimate gift we have been given.” ~Joel Osteen I chose CELEBRATE as my 2026 Word of the Year (WOTY). One way I’m putting that word into practice is to take note of the many things I have to celebrate…large and small…during the month and sharing the highlights with you…
Information about menopause and perimenopause is everywhere, but what exactly are they? And what can you do to alleviate the symptoms? I’m going to do my best to answer those questions today. But first a reminder…I am not a medical professional. I am a health and wellness coach with training in perimenopause and menopause. What…
I am four weeks into my training for the Camino de Santiago…about 10 more weeks to go…so I thought I’d give you a quick update on how it’s going. As a reminder, my commitment is to take increasingly longer walks on back-to-back days each week no matter the weather and to include hills and a…
Many countries recently observed International Women’s Day, and March is Women’s History Month in the United States, so I felt it would be an appropriate time to share some thought-provoking words about women by women. Just a note before I start. When I talk about female empowerment, it’s not about hating men or saying women…
As you may recall, last summer I was diagnosed with prediabetes. Because I have generally healthy eating and physical activity habits, I visited with a dietician to see whether there were some specific changes I could make to improve my blood sugar levels. If you are interested, I published her tips here. Since my levels…
