Documentary filmmaker highlights the work of unsung caregivers. Brennan Vance can’t help but pause when someone calls him a documentary filmmaker....
Wellness
Shining Bright With Erik’s Ranch & Retreats
Local retreat gives young adults with autism a place and a purpose. From taking guests on hikes and trail rides to conducting roping tours and...
Southdale YMCA Celebrates a Groovy Golden Anniversary
The Southdale YMCA is celebrating 50 years in Edina by hosting a whole week of events that culminates with a retro-themed party called From 1975 to...
Lasérie Brings Beauty Innovation to the Galleria
Explore the skin care of the future. If you’ve ever dreamed of customized skin care but assumed it was either impossible or too expensive, Michele...
How Two Children’s Book Authors Advocate for Mental Health
Parenting comes with nuanced challenges that don’t necessarily come with an instruction manual. Discussing emotional well-being and mental health...
Children’s HeartLink Is the Beating Heart of Global Care
An innovative program is changing the world and health care for children in need. David Overman, M.D., has always known that medicine would be his...
Mindful Ways to Improve Your Sleep
Many of us are tired but struggle to sleep. Too often we find ourselves up late and not practicing the good sleep hygiene we need. Here are five...
“Act to Impact with Brandi DeVries”
In Act to Impact with Brandi DeVries, listeners are inspired to transform their inner drive into meaningful action. The Edina resident and current...
Why Your Pets Can’t Resist Yoga
Have you noticed your pet settling down beside you or even stretching alongside you during yoga practice? As soon as I roll out my mat, my...
How Generations Parenting Support Helps Empty Nesters
Parenting coaches help families navigate an emotional life transition. What’s the most difficult season of parenting? Ask 10 parents, and you’ll get...
Local Older Adults Stay Active and Connected
We take a look at a variety of programs for older adults that offer opportunities to stay social. In our Senior Living Series, we explore a few of...
Welcome Spring With the Ancient Practice of Forest Bathing
Forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) is a Japanese practice of immersing yourself in nature to rejuvenate the mind and body. Unlike hiking or jogging...
Teen Forward Guides Teens and Families Through Adolescence
Life coach Myka Hanson finds her niche. Being a teenager is tough. And the adolescent years, fraught with new hormones, social navigation and big...
Cleanse Your Home’s Energy—a How-to Guide
Your house holds the energy of your daily experiences, moods, family gatherings and interactions. Over time, stagnant or heavy energy can...
Finding Joy Through Gardening
The true value of a day spent outdoors is immeasurable. Cool, bright mornings and warm, sunny afternoons with the buzz of the world moving around...
The Art of Mindful Eating
In 2016, I had a short stint of learning loving kindness meditation alongside a group of monks who had invited me to live with them for a few weeks....
Heartfelt Giving at Children’s HeartLink Fundraiser
Children’s HeartLink is an Edina-based nonprofit that ensures children everywhere have access to high quality heart care. The global charity...
The Transformative Power of Yoga Retreats
Every so often I have a truly pinch me moment in my life. It usually happens around the time I drag out my suitcase to pack for a yoga and...
A Firsthand Look At Cleo Skin + Laser
Efficacy, transparency and accessibility are at the forefront of Cleo Skin + Laser. Managing editor Hailey Almsted shares her experience at Cleo...
A Mindful New Year with Meditation
As we begin a new year, I want to share my favorite micro habit for health and happiness: meditation. Studies have shown that even eight minutes of...
