by Lani Almanza | Dec 1, 2025 | Caregivers, Gratitude, Health, Inspiration, Managing Stress, Meditation, Self Care, Wellness
Tis The Season Tis the SeasonThis month I am going to share a collection of holiday posts from my eight years of writing my Alaka’i blog/News. Wishing you all a very bright Holiday season.Twenty years ago, on December 14, 2005, Jacob Michael Almanza claimed his star,... 
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 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...