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06/04/2026

Sleep is a funny thing. You can’t flip a switch. It’s a personal formula.

But not as elusive as you might think.

In my raising-kids-work-travel era I used to brag about only needing 4-5 hours. Boy was I wrong!

Sleep is the fountain of youth. Body, mind, emotions — repair and reset happens while you sleep. To be your best — sleep better.

But better sleep isn’t one size fits all.

How to start? Find the small shifts that feel right to you. Over time they add up.

Try these on for size:

1. The one thing most people skip.

Your nervous system needs practice being still — mind and body — before your head hits the pillow.

How? For me, after yoga I sit in stillness for a bit. And watch the mind do its thing — like a two-year-old wanting all the attention. Yes, mine does that too.

Most of us were never taught how to turn inward. The mind resists — it’s used to calling the shots. But with practice, something shifts. Your system starts to see that quiet stillness isn’t a threat. It’s a refuge.

Practice builds a new pattern. Instead of a racing mind — your system feels calm. Comfortable. Even when your head hits the pillow.

2. Let your body digest before bed.

Digestion takes about 3 hours. Finish eating 3 hours before bed and give your body one job — sleep.

3. Prepare your environment.

Dim the lights. Turn off screens. Lower the thermostat (65-68F). Turn down the bed. Welcome calm and quiet.

4. Your wind-down ritual.

Turn your nighttime cleansing routine into a ritual of preparing yourself for better sleep. Massage your face. Sleep in cotton or bamboo - something cozy. Sip a calming beverage. My fav? A hot raspberry lemon fizzy magnesium drink called Calm — made like tea in my favorite clay mug that fits my hands just right. Warming down to my toes with each sip. Each step deepening the signal — restful sleep is next.

Better sleep is a journey. Start with what feels right. Small shifts add up over time.

Stay close. Our Sundays ahead are dedicated to getting you there. Stay close.

Move Well. Live Well. Age Intentionally.

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05/23/2026

Day 20. Mid-month Recap. Two things I didn’t see coming. Plus a welcome shift.

✅ ENERGY

Monday — high. Tues & Wed — tanked. The last 3 days feel like a rebound.

Healing has peaks and valleys. Grateful for it. ❤️‍🩹 Worth every bit of energy it takes.

✅ SLEEP

Three nights ago — first night sleeping comfortably on my side again. Left hip happened earlier. It’s all good. Every hip tells its own story, in its own time. Listen deeply, respond with compassion. Get there sooner.

Sleep score Wed was 82. Thurs 74. Friday 80. First time in the 80s since before surgery. Sleep debt dropping little by little. Still nearly 9 hours to go. But momentum shifted in the right direction.

✅ HYDRATION

On my worst nights — waking feeling drained, not refreshed — I noticed my mouth and tongue were dry. A hydration flag.

So I changed my morning routine. Electrolyte drink first. Then water. Waited 90 minutes before coffee — as Oura recommends. Monitored to hit 70 oz throughout the day — half my body weight in ounces.

Did that make the difference? I don’t know. But it’s headed in the right direction.

✅ ANOTHER UNEXPECTED DOCTOR VISIT

Intermittent cough that started four days after surgery. Apparently coughs after surgery matter and my care team takes them seriously. Lungs checked. All clear. Still breathing. Obviously. 😊

✅ BIG QUESTION - I’m curious!

When I walk now Scott says I’m gliding rather than clomping along. My gait is smoother. And yet — it actually feels a little off to me. My low back even grumbles every now and again.

But think about it. Six decades of walking with a leg slightly shorter than the other. A foot turned in slightly. A low back that’s felt it for 20 years — slight curve, slight twist, and a bit of arthritis.

Changes like spine alignment take time. This body has been carrying me for six decades. Will two aligned new hips help my low back? Can’t wait to see!

Move Well. Live Well. Age Intentionally.

💬 Other questions? What would YOU like to know?

Friendly reminder: This is not medical advice. Trust your care team.

05/23/2026

Day 20. Mid-month Recap. Two things I didn’t see coming. Plus a welcome shift.

✅ ENERGY

Mon — high. Tues & Wed — tanked. The last 3 days feel like a rebound.

My focus? Healing has peaks and valleys. It’s all good. Grateful for healing ❤️‍🩹 It’s worth every bit of energy it takes. Trust the journey.

✅ SLEEP

Three nights ago — first night sleeping comfortably on my side again with my right hip. Left hip happened earlier. It’s all good. Every hip tells its own story, in its own time. Listen deeply, respond with compassion. Get there sooner.

Sleep score Wed was 82. Thurs 74. Friday 80. First time in the 80s since before surgery. Sleep debt dropping little by little. Still nearly 9 hours to go. But momentum shifted in the right direction.

✅ HYDRATION

On my worst nights — waking feeling drained, not refreshed — I noticed my mouth and tongue were dry. A hydration flag.

So I changed my morning routine. Electrolyte drink first. Then water. Waited 90 minutes before coffee — as Oura recommends. Monitored to hit 70 oz throughout the day — half my body weight in ounces.

Did that make the difference? I don’t know. But it’s headed in the right direction.

✅ ANOTHER UNEXPECTED DOCTOR VISIT

Intermittent cough that started four days after surgery. Apparently coughs after surgery matter and my care team takes them seriously. Lungs checked. All clear. Still breathing. Obviously. 😊

✅ BIG QUESTION - I’m curious!

When I walk now Scott says I’m gliding rather than clomping along. My gait is smoother. And yet — it actually feels a little off to me. My low back even grumbles every now and again.

But think about it. Six decades of walking with a leg slightly shorter than the other. A foot turned in slightly. A low back that’s felt it for 20 years — slight curve, slight twist, and a bit of arthritis.

Changes like spine alignment take time. This body has been carrying me for six decades. Will two aligned new hips help my low back? Can’t wait to see!

Move Well. Live Well. Age Intentionally.

💬 Other questions? What would YOU like to know?

Friendly reminder: This is not medical advice. Always follow the p

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A few years back I’d have been heads down getting it all done. Unaware of anything else.

Then yoga and astrology found their way in.

As it turns out, what inspires my journey is teaching. My 8-year-old self knew I was here to teach. I ignored her at the time. But the energy of empowering, uplifting and sharing hope was imprinted within. And my natal chart - the map of the cosmos at the exact time I was born - agrees. It’s who I am.

Are you ready for a fresh perspective? Curious about YOUR natal chart? Join me this Friday for an evening of yoga, a glimpse into your personal astrology and a simple, delicious meal as we explore what the Libra Solar Eclipse is here to teach you. Only 3 spots left. 😊💕🙏

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