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.

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.

Start feeling calmer and more centered today with 10 simple meditation tips for beginners.

Increase awareness of your body and of the present moment with this 10 minute guided meditation on body sensations. 

You can’t enjoy meditating if your back hurts or your leg and foot are asleep. Here are 5 practical tips to answer your questions about how to sit.

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

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.

Use meditation to help you deal with difficult people or situations.

Paced breathing has proven health benefits. Learn how here.

Often we're our own worst critic. Practice sending love and kindness to yourself for more peace, calm and happiness.

Mindfulness is present moment awareness. Sharpen your ability to be present with this 10 minute guided meditation.

Learn 5 skills on how to get better at meditation here.

Next time you take a test, try meditating before. Here's why it will help you ace that exam.