by Lani Almanza | Oct 1, 2023 | Health, Joy, Managing Stress, Self Care, Wellness
Laughter is Good Medicine Laughter is Good Medicine“Laughter is the shock absorber that eases the blows of life.” ~AnonymousWe are all familiar with the phrase, “Laughter is the best medicine” and there is scientific research that shows that connection.... 
by Lani Almanza | Sep 1, 2023 | Health, Purpose, Self Care, Wellness
The Health Benefits of Reading Books? Reading? Who has the time? Yes, books! For me books have been one of the support systems in my caregiving journey. So, let’s start with 5 benefits of reading…Reduces stress and helps you relax. When you feel stressed just grab a... 
by Lani Almanza | Aug 1, 2023 | Health, Journey, Managing Stress, Self Care, Wellness
Pillars of Health & Longevity Pillars of Health & LongevityWould you rather…..age in wellness, or age in illness? The choice sounds pretty obvious and the decision is in our hands. No matter where you are in your age or health at this moment you can make a... 
by Lani Almanza | Jul 13, 2023 | Caregivers, Gratitude, Inspiration, Journey, Self Care, Transformation, Wellness
It’s Almost Here! Aloha Friends!I hope you’re having a wonderful day! I’m incredibly grateful and humbled for the upcoming release of “Under A Full Moon and A Guiding Star”, and I wanted to take a moment to share some of the early... 
by Lani Almanza | Jul 1, 2023 | Caregivers, Gratitude, Health, Inspiration, Journey, Meditation, Purpose, Transformation, Wellness
Transforming Lives Transforming Lives“I’ve always loved butterflies, because they remind us that it’s never too late to transform our lives.” ~ Drew BarrymoreThis is great news! No matter where you are on your life journey, it’s never too late! And yet for many, the... 
by Lani Almanza | Jun 4, 2023 | Health, Inspiration, Journey, Self Care, Wellness
Summer’s in the Air Summer’s in the AirOur sense of smell is one of the most powerful of our senses. It is closely linked to our memory and our emotions. It can be both inviting as well as over-powering and impact the way we perceive the world around us. (see... 
by Lani Almanza | May 1, 2023 | Caregivers, Change, Health, Self Care, Wellness
Evolving EvolvingHave you noticed a shift in the energy this year? It has certainly been spinning around me! I have become so much more aware of the seasonal shifts that are guideposts in helping us to live more balanced lives. From winter to spring, and now moving... 
by Lani Almanza | Apr 10, 2023 | Caregivers, Health, Managing Stress, Self Care, Wellness
Finding Calm in the Chaos Finding Calm in the ChaosFirst, let’s address the chaos. We are all caregivers at some time in our lives. We either find ourselves in the midst of caregiving without warning or without the necessary skills for the task at hand. Whether your... 
by Lani Almanza | Mar 10, 2023 | Caregivers, Health, Self Care, Wellness
Wellness on the Inside Wellness on the InsideWe are all caregivers in some capacity and often forget to take care of our own nutritional needs. Eating a balanced diet is essential to provide your body with all the nutrients it needs, and will keep your body strong and... 
by Lani Almanza | Feb 8, 2023 | Health, Self Care, Wellness
Build Better Habits BUILDING BETTER HABITSWhile change doesn’t come easy, there are certain “secrets” to building better habits that support your health and wellness. It is not uncommon for us to start the year off full of new resolutions and intentions with... 
by Lani Almanza | Jan 18, 2023 | Health, Journey, Self Care, Wellness
An Apple A Day Stay WellIn this new year, I have decided that this blog will be focusing more intently on supporting your health journey with science-backed wellness education and information from some of my trusted resources. This month we are focusing on our immune... 
by Lani Almanza | Dec 13, 2022 | Change, Health, Journey, Self Care, Wellness
A Season of Change Whether you live in a cold or warm climate, during this season of the year there are always special changes to be found…..if we can pause long enough. In the midst of the excitement and sometimes chaos, here are a few ways to make the season one of... 
by Lani Almanza | Nov 16, 2022 | Caregivers, Health, Managing Stress, Self Care, Wellness
Honoring Caregivers Honoring Caregivers“There are only four kinds of people in the world. Those who have been caregivers. Those who are currently caregivers. Those who will be caregivers, and those who will need a caregiver.” ~ Rosalyn CarterThis month Alaka’i... 
by Lani Almanza | Oct 6, 2022 | Health, Managing Stress, Organize, Wellness
Where Did the Time Go? Where Did the Time Go?Now that a new season is upon us you might be asking yourself where did the time go? While we might be blessed with new opportunities in this season they are often crowded out by countless distractions. So here are some... 
by Lani Almanza | Sep 13, 2022 | Wellness
Simple Steps to Self Care Here’s what I know for sure – self care is not a luxury, it is a necessity. Our lives are packed with the “doing” and we often overlook the importance of “being”. This month we are going to focus on four key areas of self care and... 