The Habit Thrive Podcast ~ Self Care Habits, Mindfulness & Wellness Routines for Women 50 & Beyond

When you hear the phrase "August is the Sunday of summer", what unfolds for you? Today, on Episode #162 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're looking ahead to the month of August and - hopefully - building excitement for what it holds in store for us! First, we're going to look back at our summer months and celebrate our wins: Both big and small. The trips, the concerts, the adventures, the hobbies ....

Happy Birthday, Habit Thrivers! This month marks the 3-year anniversary of the Habit Thrive Podcast! Three years of sharing this space together. Three years of stories, reflections, laughter, real talk, and habit shifts that have shaped my life … and hopefully yours, too. Over the past 3 years, I've noticed a quiet shift within myself - a lightening up that affects my life emotionally, mentally an...

Today, on Episode #160 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we’re diving into a conversation that’s equal parts calming and captivating. Our guest is Stephen Schettini , a former Buddhist monk, current mindfulness teacher, TEDx speaker, and the founder of The Inner Monk .  Stephen brings mindfulness down to earth with a scientific, no-nonsense approach that helps people navigate life’s chaos with cla...

Here we are: Summer has arrived, but you're wondering ... "Why don't I feel fantastic all the time?" Instead of feeling excitement for the summer months that you held as a child, you're feeling the heat - physically, mentally, and emotionally. Well, ladies, Ayurveda to the rescue! Today, on Episode 159 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're fighting that summer heat. We're thinking cooling, hydrating...

You're ready for summer ... right? You've been wearing your BIRKENSTOCKS since the May long weekend, but have you really fully engaged in the energy of summer yet? Today, on Episode #158 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're going to bring our foundational habits from the spring into the summer. Step 1: Think about your non-negotiables. What are you going to stick with over the summer, no questions a...

Ready to feel better about aging and life in general? The Me Now years are not defined by age, but by mindset and intentionality. This week, I'm sharing 3 synchronistic events that happened in the past week that inspired today's episode. 1. A drive home from a medical appointment with my mom. 2. Finding a book (The Swedish Art of Again Exuberantly by Margareta Magnusson) 3. A listener's message Ea...

🎙️ Episode 156 : Mint, Lime & Me — A Juicy Summer Ritual This week, we’re keeping it simple and soul-refreshing . One herb + one fruit = one Me Now moment. 🍃🍈 💚 In this episode: Why lime is a cooling, skin-loving beauty in Ayurveda 💧 How mint soothes your gut + calms your nervous system ☁️ A no-fuss hydration ritual you’ll actually want to do Easy ways to glow up with mint & lime (thin...

Welcome to June on the Habit Thrive Podcast, where we're going to be focusing on seasonal self-care habits for women in their "Me Now" years. Today, on Episode #155, we're diving into a beautiful ayurvedic ritual that has supported women's wellness for thousands of years: Abhyanga - the art of warm oil self massage. This grounding, calming, and revitalizing practice affects your entire being. I'm...

Deep breath in. Long, slow breath out. Repeat. What a crazy, mucky May it has been! As we move into June on the Habit Thrive Podcast, we’re spending Episode #154 today on my #1 breath practice for managing overwhelm and remaining calm. The best thing about this breath practice: You can practically do it anywhere! In fact, I recommend pairing it with some form of movement: Walking - around your yar...

Do you ever feel like your mood rides the weather?  One sunny day, you're full of energy, motivated, and ready to take on the world. Then, the next day is gray and chilly, and suddenly everything feels a little harder and heavier. If your mood rises and falls with the weather, you're not alone!  And there's good news: You don't have to be at the mercy of it. Our routines, habits, and rit...

Spring finally feels like it has arrived! We have moved away from the mucky middle and broken through to the wonderful spring season we have been waiting for. Only, now, many of us find ourselves trying to hurry spring along to summer. Spring naturally brings energy. In Ayurveda - and nature itself - spring is a time of renewal and growth. We go from the heavy, inward energy of winter to a burstin...

Picture this, Habit Thrivers: It's Saturday morning, spring is in the air, and the spring cleaning bug has bitten. With a look of determination and a handful of trash bags, you open the spare bedroom/garage/closet, put your hands on your hips, and say: Look at all of this crap... You've been there, right? I sure have. Today, on Episode #151 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we are discussing how to use...

Are you feeling a little socially rusty? Sometimes, we can feel like we're in a social rut after the winter season. In addition, our social circles naturally shrink as we get older, making our "Me Now" years sometimes even more of a challenge when it comes to social gatherings. But we can make these years more fulfilling by just getting out there and connecting a little more. Today, on Episode #15...

Are you a little tired of talking about all the foods you shouldn't eat? I know I am! (Even if I'm guilty of it from time to time.) Today, on Episode #149 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, I'm talking with award-winning holistic nutritionist, speaker, writer, and researcher Lorene Sauro. Lorene is known for her ability to read, interpret, and translate research into practical, usable solutions that hel...

 Can you imagine a world right now where every single person is collectively taking a little longer exhalation and just pausing with their breath? With every long exhale, we're clearing out the clutter, emotional residue... and much more. Spring is all about releasing and letting go of old beliefs, discarding heavy thoughts and heavy clothing (hopefully soon), and simply cleansing and clearin...

As we flow through April - this season of cleansing and clearing, where we let go of what we no longer need and create space for what nourishes and energizes us - I'm going to focus today on how travel can be a huge source of "ah ha" moments and realizations. On episode #147 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're exploring how travel boosts gratitude for your life and your daily habits. Of course, tra...

Hey, Habit Thrivers, how has April been treating you so far? For some, it's been pretty dreary and cold - and, honestly, not very spring-like at all! Today, on episode #146 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're talking about April: The Messy Middle. We're going to explore habits and routines to help us embrace that in-between time, transitioning from winter to spring. This is the season of "almost"....

Do you ever wish you could feel a little more joy, a little more hope, a little more lightness ... right here in this moment? What if I told you that the way you plan for your future could actually bring more optimism into your present moment? Today, on episode #145 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we’re talking about a gentle, inspiring way to design your spring and summer: Not with rigid goals, but...

Hold onto your hats, Habit Thrivers! The Sprig Equinox is here, and it is a wild time right now ... even more so for women like us in our me now years. This time is about reclaiming our energy, embracing our wisdom, celebrating, and prioritizing what truly matters.  This week, on Episode #144 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we are exploring three rituals that can be used as tools for self discov...

Dear Future Podcast Listeners, Today is the day! Today is the day we explore the habit of writing future me letters. This simple but transformative habit practice can help you: ✓ be more focused ✓ plan ahead ✓ get more done ✓ feel less overwhelm ✓ celebrate success And you are worth it! If this is a new concept for you, I know you may have some questions - and that is OK! I'm here to help.  S...

Happy time change, Habit Thrivers! Today, on Episode #142 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're talking about how you can use the time change as a natural jumping-off point for March, spring planning and habit shifts. Whether you're feeling an extra boost of energy or are struggling with the adjustment this time change, it's a perfect opportunity to refresh routines, set new intentions and align our...

Today, in Episode #141 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, I’m wrapping up February’s heart month chat by bringing you my top 5 Heart-Healthy, Heart-Loving Habits to do on a daily basis. #1: Movement Outside We’re talking the bare minimum, here, so no worries! Some of you enjoy long walks or going skiing, and some of you experience barriers that prevent you from getting into things you typically think of...

The biggest thing that I’ve realized throughout my research and exploration to prepare for each episode of the Habit Thrive Podcast is the huge connection between every single part of our body. This week, on Episode 140, we are expanding on that realization by discussing how what’s good for your heart is good for your brain. There are daily habits that we can check off our lists to ensure that we’...

Happy Valentine’s Day, Habit Thrivers! On Episode #139 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we are continuing to explore and expand our heart focus. And today’s subject is a simple, yet powerful tool that is a mood and well-being booster that just about anyone can do: Hugging. Giving (and receiving) hugs is so amazing for our health and wellbeing, and today we will start out by exploring the scientific re...

Today, I am thrilled to welcome February - and heart health month - by having a chat with my friend, certified RYT Nada Yoga (sound yoga) Teacher Suzanne Mongrain-Smith. Suzanne is going to share with us some insight into how chanting and mantras can be healing for our mind and body: A little something we can all use not just in heart health month, but all year long and in every season! Suzanne us...