Self-care isn't just about bubble baths or the occasional unplugged weekend—it's a deliberate lifestyle, a way of living. With so many demands on our time and energy, truly nourishing ourselves requires us to be mindful and intentional. It requires a mindset shift and the development of sustainable habits across all areas of life.

That’s where this holistic self-care planner comes in. Grounded in seven essential areas of well-being, these mind shifts and new habits will help create optimal health, even for the busiest of people!

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes

If money were a person, how would you describe your relationship? Trusting and appreciative? Or riddled with guilt, avoidance, and stress? Most people don’t realize that their financial behavior is less about numbers and more about the emotions, patterns, and stories they carry.

What if your relationship with money were like a love story? 

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes

Imagine a world where your desires become a reality.

It’s possible through the power of focused attention, thought, and elevated emotion backed by effective actions and a plan to reach your goals. Gone are the days when only a few have access to tools for personal growth and transformation. You can accelerate change by utilizing the power of your mind to create—for free!

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes

Imagine having a personal gym that's open 24/7, doesn't require a membership fee, and can dramatically improve every aspect of your life.

Sounds too good to be true?

Well, you already have it—it's your brain!

Just as we exercise our bodies to stay physically fit, our brains need regular workouts to maintain and enhance our mental fitness.

Estimated reading time: 4.5 minutes

Essential oils have gained significant popularity as a natural and holistic approach to supporting both emotional and physical well-being.

These concentrated plant extracts offer a wide range of therapeutic benefits, making them a valuable tool to enhance optimal health and support the mind-body connection. In my personal use of essential oils, their versatility makes them invaluable!

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

Self-care was edited out of my vocabulary growing up and replaced with “selfishness.” It was much more glamorous to my mom—a word hammering me throughout my childhood like the cold Montana blizzards.

Hmm. Self-care vs selfishness.

Is self-care selfish? Is it self-preservation? Or is it self-love?

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

In Montana, we’re enjoying an unprecedented autumn with warm temperatures as high as eighty degrees. Our vegetable garden and planted pots are still going strong! Yet, we love the cool evenings as winter approaches.

Staying in tune with nature has always been important to me. And one of the ways I do this is by following Ayurvedic Principles.

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

It’s the small choices you make every day that affect your health. In a world where heart disease and obesity are getting increasingly common, it's more important than ever to take care of yourself. Habits like eating healthy, getting sufficient sleep, exercising regularly, and managing stress can help you feel your best.

These habits can improve your mental health, benefit your heart, and help you maintain a healthy weight. On the other hand, bad habits (like vaping, eating too much fast or packaged food, and staying up all night) can harm your health over time—that goes without saying!

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Depression is a serious and, unfortunately, very common occurrence for women today. This condition is so common that nearly one in ten women in the United States report that they experience major signs of depression every year.

One reason for this challenge has to do with the psychological and physical makeup of women, making them more likely to be diagnosed with mental health illnesses than men. While these statistics might be alarming to some, they are a valuable reminder about the importance of understanding and practicing self-care habits. Women's mental health must be taken seriously!

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Trouble sleeping? Exhausting, isn’t it!?

Our brains rely heavily on sleep, but you know that! Anyone lacking sleep has experienced fatigue, mental fog, and sluggish feelings—there isn’t anything more debilitating than insomnia! Or more rejuvenating than a good night’s sleep.

If you’re one of the unfortunate, you’ve repeatedly asked yourself, “Why can't I sleep at night?” An estimated 30% of the world’s population has that very thought. The sleepmaxxing trend indicates what a serious problem sleep deprivation worldwide. It's time to rectify this problem!

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes