Wellness Blog & Updates
My best advice on how to SAVOR a life you love fueled by a thriving mind & body.
Resilience, Loss, and the Work of Thriving
A Personal Note: Resilience, Loss, and the Work of ThrivingI work hard at living authentically. And while I’m deeply passionate about the science of positive psychology, that doesn’t mean I float through life with a smile plastered on my face. The truth is, sometimes...
Celebrating Life with Cupcake Moments
The Importance of Savoring Glass half-full or half-empty? I’m gonna be real with you. I’m a half-empty kind of person. Not because I’m negative. Because I’m wired to spot what might go wrong before it actually does. Call it realist. Call it prepared. Call it "mom with...
Holiday Survival Mode? Not This Year.
You know what’s wild? I started planning for the holidays… in April. And no, I’m not obsessed with twinkle lights or wrapping paper. I’m obsessed with thriving. Because here’s the scoop: The “holiday season” doesn’t start in November. It starts with...
My Go-To Lifestyle Tweaks for Thriving
My Go-To Lifestyle Tweaks for Thriving—Even When Life is Messy Someone recently asked me: “What are five lifestyle tweaks that really support well-being?” Here’s the truth: You don’t need a total life overhaul.You need a few powerful, doable shifts. I’ve seen it with...
That One Sentence Flipped My World Upside Down
“The purpose of our lives is to be happy.” That one sentence flipped my world upside down. I was elbows-deep in goal-chasing mode, checking boxes, pushing harder, always aiming for the next milestone. Then I read The Art of Happiness by the Dalai Lama, and BOOM. One...
The Evolution of Healthy Weight
Let’s Get Real About Weight, Health, and What Actually Works I’ve spent decades helping people feel better—mind and body. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: you can’t outsmart biology, you can’t hate yourself into change, and you sure as hell can’t...
340 Minutes to BFF
Why Friendship Takes More Than Good Intentions I love my family and adore my work — but friendship? It’s irreplaceable. Especially the kind shared with strong, grounded, passionate women who embrace life fully, aren’t afraid to shed a tear, and know how to laugh until...
Examining ‘Dead Weight’
If an audiobook prompts a strong reaction, it’s worth further examination. Dead Weight, by Emmeline Clein, gave me pause on many fronts. Let’s get into it.
Dominate Your Day
As much as I love diving into a great audiobook, sometimes I crave something a little different. A brisk walk-n-talk with a friend, some mood-boosting music, or a fantastic podcast often does the trick. So, imagine my excitement when I got the chance to chat on “Dominate Your Day with Dana Williams”!
Reflecting on Friendship One Year Later
A year ago, our family was in the final whirlwind of uprooting 25 years of New Jersey life. Selling a house where we raised three kids and closing in 30 days? Pure chaos! Fast-forward to now, and my husband and I are happily settling into Charleston while our grown-up...