"Sometimes you're the hammer; sometimes you're the nail." My husband says this from time to time after he competes in a jiujitsu competition and we laugh. But it resonates with me. One week, I was running around with friends, trying on wedding dresses for fun, & sipping champagne. Within 10 days, I ended up septic in the hospital…

The historic "Bedford Baths" is a beauteous experience. I wish I could do this regularly. Native Americans taught us about the curative power of natural spring/mineral waters​ and bath rituals. This is a modern-day version of this. ​The spa features a ​mineral deluge, ​large ​whirlpool, cool spring water plunge, & aromatic steam​​. ​This is a must-do! ​I felt…

To this day, I keep thinking that maybe strangers near me might be the nurses who took care of me. Or maybe my organ donor's family. Or maybe the nurses' relatives-- so I treat everyone as if they are. My thank-yous couldn't reach them directly, but maybe the energy of my gratitude through my actions does.

Meet Liz (me) and Yana B.: Kidney Transplant Warriors with different stories but the same determination to live life out loud. March is National Kidney Awareness Month and we're here to spread awareness and to let others know they're not alone. When someone finds out their kidneys are failing…

It’s the FEBRUARY 2021 Edition of “Treat Yourself Because You Deserve It”! We have to take care of ourselves: the basics… and then some. I don’t need to tell you about how important self-care is; I gave to remind MYSELF that it’s important often, too. And I’m sure you need reminders sometimes as well. Here are the ways to...

Begin the new year without looking back! Introducing Awakeish’s "Burn & Begin" box! Inside this Awakeish box, you'll find everything you need: specially curated items to burn 2020 + begin 2021. This symbolizes an overdue goodbye to 2020 and, more importantly, it brings us to the light of what's next! Intention-setting is everything. Are you ready to…

Supplementing vitamins/nutrients with your body needs is not a "one size fits all" solution. What works for one person may not work for another. How many times have you tried a supplement or vitamin because it’s “supposed” to be good for you? We could spend so much time in our local pharmacy or vitamin shop to try and figure out what works and what might now

Ladies, I found a shelf-stable probiotic supplement that supports our digestive-health needs specifically and it addresses the needs of a woman’s body with eight premium strains of beneficial bacteria. These provide healthy bacteria for a balanced digestive system. 80% of our immunity comes from our gut. If you've ever taken an antibiotic or medication, it can deplete the good bacteria in your gut, so it's important to replenish those.

I'm so very honored to have been featured on the Pursue Your Spark Podcast entitled, "How To Build Resilience". It’s undeniable that COVID-19 has impacted us all. What differs between us is whether those effects have been mostly positive or mostly negative. In either case, finding the strength, hope, and resources to rise up and prosper during these tumultuous times has left many of us wondering exactly how to build resilience.“

Experience yoga on the river in Bangkok, join a healthy cooking tutorial in sunny Miami, and wind-down with a sunset sound-healing meditation on the Turkish Riviera at Bodrum. This virtual journey around the world invites participants to enjoy complimentary experiences live, with each hour hosted from individual Mandarin Oriental property Instagram accounts.

Covid-19 has changed all of our lives. Things seemed busy and, perhaps, complicated before the global pandemic struck— but now we have to think about how this affects us going forward. Mental health is extremely important and we need to address the implications this will have on us, whether we realize its importance or not. Here is a list of resources I’ve compiled to help.

The human body is complex and miraculous. From how the body is formed to how it grows, all the details are intricate and intertwined. Did you know that we have strange but true connections within our bodies? The associations are not always evident…

Being healthy involves taking care of more than just your physical needs. When you’re thinking about overall wellness, it’s important to see the full picture.

You already have the healthy habits and skills you need and don’t even realize that they will help you get in better shape…