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...
Wellness
“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...
Soothing Holiday Anxiety
As a meditation teacher, one of the most common requests I get for topics this time of year is anxiety. A few minutes of meditation each day might...
Embracing The Season Of Gratitude
In the hustle of our daily lives during the holiday season, we often overlook the simple yet profound practice of gratitude. We are constantly...
Breaking the Silence Around Perimenopause
Local women raise awareness about perimenopause. Most of us are familiar with the general outlines of menopause, clinically defined as the period...
The Importance of Early Detection
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which makes it a great time to talk about mammograms, the best way to find breast cancer early. Screening...
How Eye Lifts Offer a Brighter Perspective
Minnesota Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery Specialists rejuvenate the windows to the soul. Betsy Johnson is an active tennis player and golfer. The Edina...
Finding Your Aura
With the spooky season upon us, I love to lean into the energy of this mysterious and atmospheric time by exploring one of my favorite topics—auras....
