YAFFI LVOVA, RDN is an experienced Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a proud mom of twins plus one. Yaffi shares about not only nutrition and the way we think about food - but also her very real and honest struggles with fertility, expectations and finding her bliss and happiness everyday!

Kiki, a former educator and busy wife and mom in Alberta, CA decided to launch Smoothies Tank Tops spending years being frustrated with tanks that would constantly ride up, were see-through, and fell apart. As someone who has battled weight issues for over 40 years and who taught junior high for 15 years, she knew in her heart I could make a difference in how girls and women felt about their bodies. I wanted to change how they 'saw' themselves as women. I wanted them to know their worth and to recognize the strength and power their bodies held, regardless of shape or size. There is a huge correlation between confidence and how we perceive the world. Our experiences shape who we are, but what defines us is how we RESPOND to those experiences; it's why siblings from the same family often grow up to be very different people. Smoothies is so much more than just a tank top company; we have created an Empowerment/Mentorship Program for Girls aged 10-14. Her hope is to grow the company through awareness, their Confidence Connection movement, and their products.

Once upon a time, 2 school social workers met on the internet, decided to have a conversation, and started a weekly chat called Counselors on Couches Having Tea. Meet Christine Kennedy of @Christine.Kennedy.Wellness. Listen to our first episode (and actually the first time we even met)! We talk about self-care, mom stuff, time management, mindfulness and so much more! Let me know in the comments or send an email if there are topics you want to hear about.

Kiera Obst and Amanda Sfintescu share their story as business owners, busy moms, and best friends as well as what strategies and skills help them find their bliss! Also if you are not familiar with Pilates, learn more about all the benefits. Pilates is approachable and healing for all body types and ability levels. Iron 9 Pilates was created to spread the love of modern Pilates and friendship.

Laurie shares how she has taken situations she didn’t choose to redefine how she lives her daily life. How through self-reflection, changing the way she thinks about and approaches her day, the way she thinks about herself, as well as small daily changes to change her life from busy to blissful!

Today we are exploring one of the many ways to include creativity into your self-care routine (If you didn’t read my blog post about this, head over there as well). I get to talk to Vanessa Frost owner of MUSEjar Art Studio in East Aurora, NY. She makes her passion for art fun and approachable for all ages and skill levels and shares how you can too.

https://musejar.com/

Self -care is not just about massages and makeovers (and definitely not selfish).  It is a necessary part of taking care of ourselves and those around us.  Reframe what you think about self-care and how it can (and should) fit in your day to day life.