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A chilly day on the river to recharge my soul. 🤩

Thanks to my wonderful friend for spending the day with me.

Life got heavy last year.
Between family responsibilities and caring for my dad, I let go of something that used to fill me up: paddleboarding.

Today, I finally got back on the water — and wow… it was as if my whole body exhaled. 💙

This isn’t just a hobby. Paddleboarding is how I reconnect with myself.
The air, the water, the movement… it’s therapy.

Self-care isn’t optional. It’s VITAL.
Because when you’re always pouring into others — you have to find a way to refill.

What’s one thing that helps you feel like you again?

I won’t lie — 2025 tested me in ways I didn’t see coming.

Walking alongside my dad through a terminal cancer diagnosis.
A stress fracture in my foot that slowed my body down.
More stress, anxiety, and overwhelm than I care to count.

And still… this year held light. 💫
Moments I’ll forever cherish — especially the time I’ve had with my dad.
A deeper appreciation for presence.
And so much GRATITUDE for this community who have reached out and the support I’ve felt here.

I stepped back from social media to get quiet and reflect on how I want to move into 2026.

I’ve been tired. Running on empty.

Not caring for myself the way I normally do — and honestly, that makes sense given where my energy has needed to go.

Now I’m choosing to be more intentional about my own well-being.
Because I know this truth deep in my bones: if I don’t take care of myself, I can’t fully show up for the people I love.

I know the road ahead will get harder as my dad’s health declines.
But I’m reminding myself that I am strong, resilient, and capable of adapting — even when it’s uncomfortable.

Here’s to honoring what was, caring for what is, and moving forward with compassion — for others and for myself.

November: Month of Gratitude
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This year, I’m especially grateful for every moment I get to spend with my dad.
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Every conversation.
Every shared meal.
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His health continues to decline and reality has hit that this will mostly likely be our last Thanksgiving together. 😢 And I’m holding it with both hands.
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Gratitude deepens when life gets fragile. Don’t take it for granted. 💖
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I didn’t expect to love a yoga bag THIS much — but here we are. 🧘🏻‍♀️
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I’ve been searching FOREVER for something that actually fits my mat and all the little things I carry: water bottle, journal, oils, snacks, charger, extra socks, you name it. This one nails it!
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The 3-in-1 straps means I can switch from backpack to tote to shoulder bag depending on the day — and the quality? So good I had to share.
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Whether you’re heading to yoga, the gym, or just out for the day — this one just works. And looks stylish too. 🙌
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💖 Tap to check it out on Amazon — wellness people, this one’s for us!
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I call this stuff liquid gold for a reason. 𝐃𝐫. 𝐌𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐭 has gone viral — and now that I’ve tried it, I get the hype!
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My skin felt noticeably clearer, tighter, and smoother after just one use.
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No tingling. No burning. No sensitivity. Just clean, refined pores I can actually see. This is officially staying in my weekly skin rotation.
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If you’ve been looking for that ONE product that actually works for congested skin — this is it!
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✨ thank you for this little bottle of magic.
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I don’t know who needs to hear this… but 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞.
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MOVEMENT is 𝙢𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙚 — not just for your body, but for your mind and spirit, too.
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You don’t have to take a yoga class or go to the gym. You don’t even have to sweat.😅
👉🏼 It could look like a walk around the block.
👉🏼 A stretch between Zoom calls.
👉🏼 A dance break in the kitchen.
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We are humans. We are 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘰𝘷𝘦.
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If you’re seeing this, this is your sign to come back to your body — even for just five minutes.
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🌿 Save this as a reminder: you don’t need a reason to move. You just need to begin.
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Couldn’t sleep last night? You’re not alone and you’re not crazy — last night’s 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐧 was also a 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗠𝗢𝗢𝗡, one of only three this year. 🌕
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Studies show people sleep less in the days leading up to a full moon, even if they don’t realize it.
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Maybe it’s the light… maybe it’s the moon’s pull. Either way, I’m blaming the Harvest Supermoon for my 4 a.m. wake-up and need for extra coffee. ☕️
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Have you noticed, do you sleep differently during full moons?
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Hot Power Yoga isn’t just about getting stronger or sweating — it’s about remembering who you are. Every class is a chance to rise, realign, and reclaim your power. 💫
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🪷 The power you’re searching for? It’s already within you.
🪷 Keep showing up. Step into it… one breath at a time.
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I’m in the studio teaching tonight and hope to see you on your mats. If you can’t join us, that’s okay — comment “𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑” to let me know you’re ready to take up space where you are — and shining out in your power. 🤩
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