My goal is to educate and empower midlife women on how to approach these wonderful years despite being ignored and dismissed. In America’s youth oriented society, respect and appreciation for us and UNDERSTANDING of our unique needs is lacking.

I’ve worked in health and wellness over 30 years. I’ve grown up with the industry, its methodology, solutions and marketing; I’ve learned what works and doesn’t. I’m especially attuned to what doesn’t work for midlife women because I am one.

Being blunt, the health and wellness industry is not serving us at all—in fact, it’s creating barriers to well-being.

Many feel the pain and suffering of those impacted by war in Ukraine. Navigating difficult emotions that arise is challenging. You may feel sadness, grief, anger, helplessness, frustration and even guilt. Many emotions can contribute to overwhelm.

Anxiety, fear and stress can be contagious. Pausing for a few minutes of presence can quiet and clear your mind.

You can be more mindful throughout your day to increase present moment awareness.

Here are 8 tips on how to set intentions for an authentic life. Consider what it means to live an authentic life and how mindfulness helps.

Learn 4 benefits of practicing breath awareness and why it helps you to feel better and to enjoy more calm.

Writing a letter “shifts our attention” so that our focus is on positive emotions. Expressing gratitude boosts happiness and health and develops a growth mindset.

Are you feeling Pandemic fatigue? I am. Here are 10 tips to lift you up based on my integrative, holistic approach to living well. Tips come from research on and interviews with people who know how to thrive in crisis—former Navy SEAL commanders, successful CEOs, Harvard business faculty, Stanford health professionals, and more.

You want to meditate, but every time you sit, you start getting sleepy. Here are 10 tips to stay awake.

Did you know that an itch can be your teacher? Learn more about how to be more mindful.

During stress, connecting with your body through meditation helps you connect with the present moment and your ability to handle what comes your way.

Meditating during the coronavirus pandemic can help to calm and settle anxiety and fears. Pausing for a few minutes of presence can quiet and clear your mind and help to create optimal mental health. Read more here!

Being mindful is not concentrating on something; it's about being open to what's happening now.

Are you confused about the different types of meditation? Mindfulness is a form of open monitoring meditation. Learn more.

Want to calm racing thoughts? You can start here by learning how to watch instead of getting caught up in old dramas.

To be less reactive and respond to situations rather than snapping, practice observing emotions. This 2-minute intro helps.

An easy way to start meditating is by focusing on body awareness. Try this 2-minute video.

The fastest way to experience calm is by noticing the breath. Here's a quick 2-minute practice.