Harnessing the Power of Release: Lessons from my Word of the Year 2025
Here we are again at the close of another year. This is the day I look back and take a final look at my Word of the Year, chosen early in 2025. For the last 15 years, instead of resolutions, I choose a guiding Word to be an underlying theme for the year. Release became…
working it out
I finally found a gym that works for me. It’s close to home, clean enough, and stocked with the basic workout equipment, and best of all, an indoor pool. What really makes this gym special is its clientele: the kindest group of seniors. Loose t-shirts, black socks with tennis shoes, and a quiet camaraderie fill…
Simple Steps to Manage Stress and Improve Well-being
Today, I worked on continuing education for my Silver Sneakers instructor certifications and discovered an intriguing course on Stress Management. I am constantly seeking tools to manage my erratic thoughts and anxiety, so this was right up my alley! They emphasized the importance of almost any form of gentle exercise in stress reduction, mentioning techniques…
a view through annie's eyes 