Enjoy these blog posts on intention and mindfulness.
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Reflections on 2020: lessons in patience & gratitude
This is a story of a year of transformation. I know that many of us have been eagerly awaiting an ...
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Outdoor yoga opportunities in & around DC
I've always loved outdoor yoga and I miss practicing in community, so I decided to investigate who was offering this ...
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Back on the trail: running (years!) after baby
I can run again! It took me eight and a half years after my second child was born to start ...
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Celebrate the 50th Earth Day (at home!)
This is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, which is celebrated on April 22. Although Earth Day celebrations are obviously ...
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Remote healing opportunities
Many local healers are making available distance healing sessions. Many are doing fee-based telehealth sessions, which will keep their small ...
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Resources for supporting emotional well-being in kids – spring 2020 edition
Since schools shut down on March 13, I've been overwhelmed by all the amazing online opportunities and homeschool suggestions that ...
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Winter & Spring 2020 Events
Update March 2020: Obviously most of the remaining events here will be canceled or postponed due to efforts to contain ...
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Ring in the new year with wellness: Retreats & opportunities near & far
Need some time to focus on your wellness in the new year? Whether you're looking to give yourself a holiday ...
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How to create a bedroom sanctuary: Guest post interview with HGTV’s Leanne Ford
Sleep is always important but is an especially vital component of a healthy lifestyle during the dark, cold days of ...
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Women’s Health and Wellness Day 9/21 expands for its third year!
This year's Women’s Health and Wellness Day organized by ITR Physical Therapy has moved to a larger space at the ...
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Events Winter into Spring 2018-2019 for healthy, mindful & nature-loving families
This list of events and activities for families interested in health, wellness, mindfulness and nature connection includes opportunities coming up ...
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Movement, mindfulness & motivation at October 20 Women’s Health and Wellness Day
The second annual Women's Health and Wellness Day organized by ITR Physical Therapy will feature experiential sessions as well as ...
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Late Summer & Fall 2018 Events for Healthy Families
Here's the Mindful Healthy Life roundup of events for health- and wellness-minded families in Metro DC for late summer and ...
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Unique Summer Camps 2018
Still looking for camp for this summer? Here are a few unique options that promote mindfulness, wellness and nature connection ...
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Yoga Collection Essential Oils Giveaway
To celebrate the fourth anniversary of the site and Mother's Day, I'm giving away a doTERRA Yoga Collection kit! This ...
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LoCo Wellness Expo debuts May 5 in Sterling
With the aim of inspiring connections in and around Loudoun County and helping wellness-seekers learn more about local businesses, the ...
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Rise Well-Being Center opens in Reston
Rise Well-Being Center is a unique new facility in Reston, Virginia offering movement and mindfulness classes, healing arts and energetic ...
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Beloved Yoga: A Sanctuary for All opens in Reston
Beloved Yoga: A Sanctuary for All in Reston, Virginia held its grand opening this past weekend to a great response by ...
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Spirit Camp returns to Arlington this summer!
After its first summer in Arlington, Maine-based Spirit Camp led by Dancing Jaguar Inspirations will return in July 2018 to the ...
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First BlogHer Health conference: major inspiration!
BlogHer and SheKnows Media held their first health-focused conference last week. I walked away from BlogHer Health feeling inspired, connected ...
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On walking, wellness & community
Healing requires support. That usually means people. Connections and community are integral to parenting, and to healing and wellness. As ...
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Starting a new chapter: Book giveaway for the new year!
Did you set intentions for the new year? Get inspiration to keep your momentum going and to look deeper within! ...
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Managing allergic asthma this holiday season and beyond
Did you know that approximately 60% of adults and at least 80% of children with asthma actually have asthma triggered by ...
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The Teal Center: Supporting the journey to parenthood & beyond
The Teal Center for Therapeutic Bodywork offers many healing modalities for parents, those who want to become parents, and for ...