Happy Thanksgiving week! I hope you are giving thanks for all the blessings in your life. There are a million things that go right each day in your life... do you choose to focus on them?

Here is a little poem that speaks of gratitude, with humor and poignancy. Thanks for Vitality Circle alumni Cla...

In Ayurveda, there’s a beautiful word: ojas. It’s often described as our “vital essence,” the sap of life that gives us glowing skin, steady energy, resilience, and the ability to meet the world with generosity and joy. Think of it as your inner well of abundance. 

Ojas is what is produced after ou...

As the crispness of October settles in, one of nature’s simplest gifts, the apple, becomes a powerful ally for balance and well-being.

In Ayurveda, apples are more than just a fruit; they are considered light, cleansing, and gently cooling to the body. When cooked, they are the perfect remedy to he...

It's devastating to hear about yet another natural disaster, this time it’s Los Angeles, in the form of dry wind and fire. My heart goes out to all those affected and my hope is for a more resilient rebuild and recovery. As these storms become more frequent and violent, it’s hard to dismiss that our...

It was a magical experience to celebrate this year’s Winter Solstice with all who attended the retreat with me yesterday. Above is a screen shot from the Lunar Calendar workshop - each woman made a unique design. 

These gatherings are so heartfelt and nourishing. Our community is overflowing with w...

The Summertime heat can create dryness in our bodies. Internal support for moisture, and a fiber boost for elimination, can be found in this simple dish. Serve this for breakfast or dessert.

Jar of Chia

Fill a 1 quart jar with water or coconut milk.

Leave an inch of room at the top.

Add 1/2 cup ...

I want to to introduce you to a wonderful woman named Ethel, who is part of the Vitality Circle. In this video, she explains the incredible breakthroughs she experienced during her first year in the Vitality Circle. She loved it so much she signed up for a second year. 

This year is rolling and it ...

Happy December! It’s the season of roasted roots in the northern hemisphere.

The cold and dry qualities of Winter can be appeased by us eating more dense, slow cooked vegetables. It’s the season of abundance of sweet potatoes, beets, turnips, and parsnips.

Bake a pan of these winter roots and feel...

Make yourself this yummy summertime soup in celebration of you prioritizing your health and wellbeing! 

Summertime "Creamy" Zucchini Soup

1 8-10 inch zucchini (or equivalent) chopped into small cubes

1 cup red lentils (rinsed)

1 cup chopped green (or purple) beans

4 cups water or broth

 1 t. g...

Happy December!

As we move toward the winter solstice and holidays, staying cozy and nourished will help you navigate this season with ease!

This time of year we need to build our inner vitality, which in Ayurveda is called ojas.

Ojas translates as "our essential vitality sap" which I think of as...

I got so many amazing responses from last week's newsletter, The 3pm Water Chug! What results are you noticing from that simple support of hydration now?

It's almost Thanksgiving here in the US. If you are like me, you are planning and prepping food for the big day later this week. This has me thin...

Daylight savings got ya feeling wonky?

How about focusing on making some nourishing food to help you get back on track? I will be cooking a yummy Autumn meal as part of the One Habit to Thrive Challenge today. Join me (Facebook, Zoom, or Instagram) at noon EST, and cook along if you'd like.

You wi...

Making your own garlic elixir is a great way to support your health through the Autumn and Winter months. Here is one of my favorite recipes. Garlic elixir is supportive to the immune and digestive systems and is super tasty.  Get your batch going now so it will be ready for the transition into wint...

Tonight is the Full Hunter's Moon, which means it's time to make Full Moon Ghee!!

In Ayurveda, it is said that making ghee on the full moon infuses the ghee with soma, or the nectar of immortality. It makes it us more vibrant and glowing. Making ghee on the full moon can be a beautiful monthly ritu...

Happy end of August!

Do you have too many summer squash/zucchini on your hands this time of year? Here is a great recipe to make amazing noodles with squash and a cooling mint pesto.

Zucchini Noodles & Mint Pecan Pesto*

2 cloves garlic
1/2 t. lemon zest
1/2 c. fresh mint
1/4 c. basil
1/4 c olive oil...