Kristie’s Blog

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Celebrating the small wins, too.

When I work with my clients, I always make sure we celebrate their wins. A win can be many things—big or small. Sometimes people think only a big achievement is something to be celebrated, but that is simply not the case. I had a client that celebrated making her bed every morning as a small win, because it set the…

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How to reduce toxins in your home

My healing journey began five years ago, when I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. I started my quest by making my health priority one, and learning all about Parkinson’s and what I can do to support my health. I focused on the things I could control, like exercise, nutrition, mindset, and creating a wonderful support team around me. I realized it’s…

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Be open to new things

When was the last time you tried something new? Sometimes, that can be a scary prospect. Or, you might feel you are simply too busy with everything you have going on in your life right now to be able to do something like that. But having an open mind and being willing to try new things is a very powerful…

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How to slow down in a busy world

We just got back from a wonderful family vacation at Olympic National Park in Washington, where we hiked and enjoyed forest bathing, surrounded by beautiful trees and wildlife. Vacation is all about being able to relax and not worry about all the everyday things there are to do back at home. While on vacation I found myself wondering, how can I…

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Laughter is the best medicine. 

Many of my childhood memories revolve around humor and laughter. I remember watching variety shows with my mom: Laugh In, The Sonny & Cher Show, and of course, The Carol Burnett Show. As I trace my way back, I remember watching I Love Lucy before Mom called us for dinner every day. And as I grew older, I found comedians to be a big part of…

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Getting out of your comfort zone

It’s easy to get set in our ways and stick to a daily routine. Since the pandemic, I’ve found myself still playing it safe, even now that we’re coming out of it more. I recently thought to myself, It’s time I started getting out of my comfort zone and experience new things once again.  When I think about experiencing new things,…

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Eating healthier for a happier you

Just like we grow and change throughout life, our food choices evolve with us. When I was younger, we grew up drinking whole milk—that’s what was available at the time. Now fast forward to today; we have many different options for milk, ranging from almond milk to fat-free milk and everything in between. It’s crazy how many milks we have…

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The power of affirmations 

Early on in my life, one of my favorite spiritual teachers was Louise Hay. She introduced me to the world of affirmations, and it was transformative. One of my favorite affirmations of hers was “All is well.” Whenever things aren’t going right, or seem a little negative, I remind myself that all is well. And upon thinking or saying these…

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Bring more love into your life

Here it is—February.  The month of love, where heart-shaped balloons, chocolates, and flowers seem to be everywhere, reminding us of Valentine’s Day and the essence of love. That got me thinking about one of my favorite movies, Love Actually.  In the opening scene, people are greeting loved ones at the airport and Hugh Grant is narrating: Love is all around us. I’d have to agree!…

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Healthy tips during the holiday season

It’s that time of year again—the fresh scent of cinnamon spice fills the house, the cooking begins, and the Christmas music has taken over the radio stations. While this is often a cherished time for many, it can also feel very overwhelming. If that sounds like something you can relate to, I came up with a few healthy tips to ground…

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