In today's fast-paced world, where stress and business seem to be constant companions, finding ways to start your day on the right note is a must! And for parents, sneaking in just 10 minutes to yourself first thing in the day can be a real lifesaver. My regular readers know what a fan I am of these 10 minute yoga routines, so I'm busting in with a new one for morning flexibility and energy (which I've been needing a double dose of lately!). Although I don't always get to it, the mornings where I am able to sneak in just 10 minutes of a quick yoga routine into my schedule seem to set the to ..read more

Yoga offers numerous benefits that are particularly valuable for busy moms striving to maintain balance in their lives. Here are some key reasons why yoga is an invaluable practice: Stress Relief: One of the most significant challenges for busy moms is managing stress. The demands of parenting, work, and household responsibilities can lead to heightened stress levels. Yoga provides a refuge from stress by encouraging deep breathing and relaxation. Through the practice of asanas (yoga poses) and meditation, moms can release tension and cultivate a sense of inner peace. Physical Fitness ..read more

I'm a big believer in incorporating the best props into my yoga routine. One innovative tool that has gained popularity among yoga enthusiasts is the yoga wheel, so I recently picked one up myself to try out. This simple yet powerful prop enhances traditional yoga practices, offering a range of benefits for practitioners at all levels. For me, it helps with assisted forehand stands which I could not do without the help of this nifty tool. Read on to learn about the benefits of incorporating a yoga wheel into your practice and ways you can start using one. This is the one I got: https://amzn.t ..read more

Detoxification or detox is a process of eliminating toxins from the body, which may come from the food we eat or the environment we live in. Detoxing is a natural process that your body performs daily, but sometimes needs extra help from you to function optimally. By incorporating detox into your wellness routine, you can help your body eliminate excess toxins and improve your overall health. The Importance of Detox for Wellness Detox is vital for maintaining overall wellness because it helps the body to get rid of harmful toxins that can cause damage to our organs and contribute to various h ..read more

As I approach 40, I've had some very interesting health "encounters" I never experienced until now. One of these phenomena is eustachian tube blockage or dysfunction and wow I had no idea about this before. I am constantly dizzy, which can be very confusing, and disorienting and make it difficult to live my day-to-day life. You can take over-the-counter decongestants and antihistamines to help, but I've been told that this is a "long haul" condition and I will have to deal with the symptoms for a "while." I wanted to share my story on treating and preventing eustachian tube blockages with the ..read more

Entrepreneurs are notoriously busy. While the lifestyle of a business owner may not be conducive to much time for self-care, it is essential to take some hours for yourself in order to be an effective business leader. How's it Flowin'? shares tips below to help you consistently carve out a small amount of time each day to care for your mind and body. Make Healthy Living a Priority People living a fast-paced lifestyle may find themselves ordering takeout or sitting in fast food drive-throughs more often than they would like. A 2018 study says Americans eat out 5.9 times per week on average. Al ..read more

It's not uncommon for us to fall into a pattern of frequent scale check-ins when trying to lose or even just maintaining our weight. Calories and pounds creep up easily, and we assume frequent weight check-ins will help keep us on track, but will it? I've been pretty weight-conscious for most of my adult life. As a kid, I was naturally slim but like many, put on weight once I reached college. With a little dedication though, I have successfully lost the freshman 15, and then all of the baby weight after three babies with three separate pregnancies. It was so much easier to just lose weight qu ..read more

It’s a new year and, like most of us, it’s time for me to get a little more organized. I have used a number of different types of planners over the years but I didn’t stick with it because they just didn’t get me. I needed more space for meal planning and less space for appointments, more note-taking, and a bigger to-do list. I also need sheets to plan my homeschool curriculum. This year, I’m trying something a little different. I scoured the internet for the best free printable pages to create my own custom planner via a 3-ring binder. I found everything to plan my days, weeks, and months. T ..read more

How I saved about $130 by adding this gem to my beauty routine Call it a beauty routine, self-care, self-love, whatever floats your boat but I am always looking for ways to simplify my personal routine at the lowest cost possible way. I recently came across a great deal on pure Argan oil, and since this is a key ingredient often advertised on bottles of beauty potions and hair elixirs alike, I thought I would give it a whirl with the real stuff and only spend $8. In this post, I want to share with you all of the uses I get out of this DIY beauty powerhouse and how much money I have saved by u ..read more

Improving flexibility through regular yoga practice boasts a number of tremendous health benefits including improved agility, range of motion, mobility, balance, better circulation, and less injury during daily activities or exercise. Looking to alleviate pain, improve physical performance, and state-of-mind? Increasing your overall flexibility can help you here too (1). Improved flexibility is just one of the many benefits of regular yoga practice. One typically practices yoga to balance the body and mind and then enjoys improved strength and flexibility as well. I enjoy practicing ,,yoga to ..read more