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Nervous System Support: My Essential Oil Blend for Calming Chronic Fight-or-Flight

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Finding Calm When Your Nervous System Won’t Settle

A Personal Blend for When You’re Stuck in Fight or Flight

If you’ve ever lived in a season where your nervous system feels like it has one setting — high alert — you’re not alone. After months or years of stress, pain, recovery, or constant caregiving, the body can forget how to step out of survival mode. You might feel jumpy, restless, easily overwhelmed, or like your mind won’t quiet down even when your body is exhausted.

This state is often called chronic fight-or-flight, and it’s something many of us quietly struggle with. When the body stays “on” for too long, even small tasks can feel heavy. And yet, the moment you begin supporting your nervous system with intention — breath by breath, choice by choice — small shifts begin to happen.

As many of you know, this has been my personal reality. My body has been through an intense year. Surgeries, recovery, pain, stress, and the emotional heaviness of trying to keep up with daily life have kept my nervous system running at full speed. Some days it feels like it never gets the memo that it’s allowed to rest.

But healing happens in layers.
And one of the most supportive tools I’ve leaned on is essential oils.

Why Essential Oils Can Support the Nervous System

Certain essential oils interact with the limbic system — the emotional center of the brain — helping signal the body to soften, release, and shift into the parasympathetic nervous system. They don’t “fix” stress, but they help create an internal environment where your body can breathe again.

Over the years, I’ve crafted many blends, but this one is deeply personal — something I’ve been using daily as I navigate this season.

My Nervous System Support Blend — “Safe in My Body”

This blend is steadying, warm, grounding, and soothing without being sedating. It’s made to help ease tension, soften the stress response, and bring you back to a place of inner safety.

Essential Oils:

  • Copaiba – 4 drops
  • Lavender – 3 drops
  • Frankincense – 3 drops
  • Bergamot – 2 drops
  • Cedarwood – 2 drops
  • Vetiver – 2 drops
  • Patchouli – 2 drops

Add these oils to a 10 mL roller bottle and fill the rest with fractionated coconut oil or jojoba.

How To Use It

Roll it over your heart when I wake up feeling tight or anxious.
Use it on the wrists when you feel overwhelmed or overstimulated.
Apply it to the spine to help ground your energy.
When the breath gets short, pause, inhale the blend, and let the exhale be longer than the inhale — a simple way to signal safety to the nervous system.

A Gentle Reminder

Healing your nervous system isn’t about perfection. It’s about creating moments where your body feels held.
If you’re living in survival mode, please know:
You’re not broken.
Your body is protecting you the best way it knows how.
And with time, breath, support, and compassion, it can learn to soften again.

Affirmation

“I am safe in this moment. My breath is my anchor. My body remembers how to calm.”

The Power of Authenticity: Staying True to Yourself in a World of Comparison

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We live in a world that constantly invites us to compare — our bodies, our homes, our achievements, our happiness. The quiet scroll through social media can easily become a spiral of self-doubt, leaving us wondering if we measure up or if we’re enough.

But here’s the truth: you are not meant to be a copy of anyone else. The beauty of your life lies in the uniqueness of your story — your rhythms, your seasons, your way of seeing and being in the world.

Authenticity Over Approval

At our core, we all crave acceptance. It’s part of our human design — to be seen, to belong, to be loved. Yet, the line between being accepted and abandoning our authenticity can blur easily. We start shaping ourselves to fit expectations, dimming what makes us different in hopes of being liked or understood.

Authenticity asks something much deeper of us. It asks for courage. The courage to stand in our truth even when it feels uncomfortable or uncertain. It’s the willingness to show up — imperfectly, honestly, and wholly — and to trust that who we are is already enough.

Balancing Belonging and Being Real

Being authentic doesn’t mean rejecting connection or community. It means participating fully as yourself. It’s the sweet balance between honoring your truth and allowing others to honor theirs.

When we practice mindfulness, we learn to witness comparison as it arises — not with judgment, but with compassion. We can acknowledge the part of us that longs to belong, and gently remind it: belonging built on pretending isn’t belonging at all.

True connection comes when we bring our full selves to the table — our stories, scars, and quirks included.

Mindful Reflection: Coming Home to You

Take a quiet moment today to reflect:

  • When do you feel most like yourself?
  • Where in your life are you trying to fit in rather than be real?
  • What would authenticity look like — even in small ways — this week?

Allow your answers to guide you toward alignment.

The Freedom of Being You

When we stop comparing and start embracing, life softens. The noise quiets. We begin to live with more ease, purpose, and joy.

Authenticity doesn’t require us to be perfect — it simply invites us to be present and honest. And that is where peace truly lives.

Authenticity as a Yoga Practice

Yoga teaches us to return to our breath, to our bodies, and to the truth of the present moment. On the mat, there is no need to perform — only to feel and listen. Each breath becomes an invitation to come home to ourselves, just as we are.

When we carry that awareness off the mat, authenticity becomes a way of living — a mindful practice of choosing truth over image, compassion over comparison, and alignment over approval.

So, as you move through this season, may you permit yourself to be beautifully, unapologetically you. That is the most authentic gift you can give — to yourself and to the world.

The Beauty of Homemade Gifts: Simple Ways to Share Love and Meaning This Season

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The holidays often bring pressure to buy more, spend more, and fill our carts with things that don’t always hold lasting meaning. Yet some of the most cherished gifts are the ones made by hand — crafted with time, thought, and love.

It’s time to normalize the beauty of homemade gifts. Not because they’re cheaper or easier, but because they hold something money can’t buy: presence and intention.

The Heart Behind Homemade

When we take the time to make something for someone, we infuse it with care. It’s a quiet way of saying, “You matter.” Whether it’s a loaf of bread, a handwritten note, or a jar of bath salts, each handmade offering carries a little piece of your heart.

Homemade gifts remind us that love doesn’t come from the store — it comes from our hands, our creativity, and our willingness to give meaningfully. Neighbors, teachers, friends, and family can all enjoy timeless gifts that are made from the heart.

Simple Homemade Gift Ideas

Here are a few thoughtful, easy ideas that invite creativity and connection:

1. Essential Oil Blends or Sprays
Mix your favorite oils into a simple roller blend or room spray. Try combinations like wild orange and clove for comfort, or lavender and frankincense for calm. Add a handwritten note with the emotional benefits or a short affirmation.

2. Baked Goods with Intention
Bake a loaf of sourdough, a batch of pumpkin bread, or scones wrapped in parchment and twine. Include a card sharing why you made that recipe — the memories it stirs or the comfort it brings.

3. Cookie Mix in a Jar
Layer dry ingredients for your favorite cookie recipe in a mason jar, then attach a simple tag with baking instructions. Add festive ribbon and a handwritten message like “Made with love and sweet memories.”

4. Homemade Bath Salts or Body Scrubs
Combine Epsom salt, a few drops of essential oils, and dried herbs like lavender or rosemary. Package them in a glass jar with a simple label that reads “for slowing down.”

5. Potpourri Simmer Pot
Create a simmer pot mix with dried citrus slices, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Add a little note with directions: “Simmer in a pot of water to fill your home with cozy holiday scents.”

6. Gratitude Jars or Affirmation Cards
Write uplifting notes, affirmations, or reasons you’re grateful for the person. Place them in a small jar tied with ribbon — a daily reminder of how loved they are.

7. Crochet Headband or Scarf
If you love crafting, crochet a simple headband or scarf in cozy winter colors. These handmade accessories are thoughtful, practical, and full of heart.

8. Tea or Spice Blends
Create a signature blend of loose leaf tea or herbal infusions. You can also make custom spice mixes for cooking — a fun and personal gift for food lovers.

Why Homemade Gifts Matter

Homemade gifts invite us to slow down and give from the heart. They encourage mindfulness, creativity, and a return to simplicity.

They remind both giver and receiver that joy doesn’t come from how much we spend, but from how much love we pour into what we give.

When we choose to make something by hand, we choose meaning over material — and that’s the kind of gift that truly lasts long after the holidays have passed.

If you are looking to give some homemade gifts but aren’t crafty I can help. Check out my gift giving guide here!

Gratitude Essential Oil Blend and Ritual | A Heart-Opening Practice for November

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Gratitude Essential Oil Blend and Ritual

As the season shifts and November invites us inward, we are reminded of the quiet beauty in gratitude — not as a fleeting thought, but as a feeling that roots deep in the heart. This gratitude essential oil blend and ritual is designed to nurture that feeling, helping you connect to appreciation through scent, breath, and mindful reflection.

The Gratitude Essential Oil Blend

Each oil in this blend carries a distinct emotional resonance, working together to open the heart, ground the body, and awaken joy.

You’ll Need:

  • 3 drops Wild Orange — Brings joy, abundance, and creativity. Wild Orange uplifts the spirit and reminds us that life’s sweetness is found in the present moment.
  • 2 drops Lavender — Offers emotional balance and calm. Lavender soothes the heart, eases tension, and helps release resistance to peace and gratitude.
  • 2 drops Patchouli — Deeply grounding and stabilizing. Patchouli connects us to our body, helping us feel centered and safe enough to open to appreciation.
  • 1 drop Roman Chamomile — Encourages compassion and acceptance. This gentle oil supports emotional release and nurtures inner harmony.
  • Optional: 1 drop Frankincense — Enhances spiritual awareness and inner stillness. Frankincense deepens the connection to gratitude by bringing clarity and sacredness to your practice.

Combine oils in a 10 ml roller bottle and top with fractionated coconut oil (or your preferred carrier oil). Gently roll between your palms to blend.

How to Use Your Gratitude Blend

Apply over your heart, wrists, or temples. Close your eyes and take three slow, intentional breaths. Allow the scent to settle — notice how it shifts your energy, softens your thoughts, and opens you to a quieter sense of thankfulness.

The Gratitude Ritual

  1. Find a comfortable place where you won’t be interrupted.
  2. Roll the blend over your heart space and breathe deeply.
  3. Reflect on three things you are grateful for — one that brings you comfort, one that inspires you, and one that challenges you but helps you grow.
  4. Sit quietly for a few moments, letting gratitude expand through your body.
  5. End with a gentle affirmation, such as “My heart is open to the blessings that surround me.”

You may wish to journal, meditate, or simply rest in the feeling of appreciation that lingers.

Why This Practice Works

Aromatherapy engages the limbic system — the part of the brain that connects scent, memory, and emotion. When paired with mindful awareness, essential oils help anchor gratitude in both body and spirit. Over time, this practice can reframe the mind toward joy and cultivate a more peaceful, appreciative heart.

Suggested Oil Substitutions

Don’t have all the oils on hand? You can still create a powerful blend with similar emotional benefits. Try one of these easy swaps:

  • Wild Orange: Substitute with Bergamot or Tangerine for uplifting energy and emotional brightness.
  • Lavender: Swap for Clary Sage or Geranium to promote calm, balance, and self-compassion.
  • Patchouli: Try Cedarwood or Vetiver for grounding and emotional stability.
  • Roman Chamomile: Use Ylang Ylang or Magnolia for soothing comfort and heart-centered energy.
  • Frankincense: Substitute with Sandalwood or Myrrh for spiritual connection and reflection.

These alternatives will still encourage presence, gratitude, and peace — allowing you to personalize the blend based on what you already love or have available.

A Note of Reflection

Gratitude often lives in the subtle spaces — in the light on your morning coffee, the rhythm of your breath, or the warmth of someone’s kindness. This simple ritual is a way to pause and honor those quiet blessings, allowing your heart to soften and your spirit to expand.

Finding Healing Through Mindfulness: How Rituals, Recovery, and My New Book Can Inspire Your Journey

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When Healing Becomes a Path to Sharing

Recovery isn’t just about the body—it’s about the spirit. After enduring three hip surgeries in twelve months, I discovered that mindfulness and ritual were more than coping strategies; they became lifelines. Simple practices like lighting a candle before surgery, whispering affirmations, and pausing to breathe in moments of fear became the anchors that carried me through. These same tools inspired the creation of my new book, 52 Weeks of Wisdom & Wellness: A Year of Mindful Living—a guide to resilience, presence, and the healing power of mindful rituals.

Resilience and Mindfulness

Three hip surgeries in twelve months. I can still feel the weight of those words even as I type them. The body has an incredible way of holding pain, but the spirit has an even more incredible way of seeking healing.

For me, mindfulness and ritual weren’t just practices during that season—they became lifelines. Lighting a candle before each appointment, whispering affirmations before anesthesia, pausing to breathe when fear crept in. These small, sacred moments of presence carried me through what felt impossible.

Finding Peace During Recovery

In the stillness between surgeries, I began to notice something profound: these tools weren’t just keeping me afloat. They were medicine for my mind, my spirit, and my heart. And they were too powerful to keep to myself. What began as survival slowly transformed into teaching, writing, and, ultimately, the creation of my book.

My new release, 52 Weeks of Wisdom & Wellness: A Year of Mindful Living, was born from these very moments of surrender and strength. Each page carries with it the lessons I leaned on—rituals that steadied me, affirmations that lifted me, and reflections that reminded me that healing is not only possible, but inevitable when we walk gently with ourselves.

This book isn’t simply a collection of words—it’s an offering of resilience, hope, and the quiet but profound healing power of mindful living.

May these practices meet you where you are and carry you, as they did me. If you’re navigating a hard season, I invite you to open its pages and find your own anchor.

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Embracing Change: Finding Strength in the Seasons of Life

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Embracing Change: Finding Strength in the Seasons of Life

The Truth About Change

This time of year, we often hear about the importance of embracing change and letting go. It sounds beautiful and effortless, doesn’t it? But one of my greatest teachers once reminded me: not all change can be embraced, and sometimes change is painfully hard.

So true, right?

Even when we can’t welcome change with open arms, we can lean into the process. In doing so, we often discover a deeper strength within ourselves. Change—no matter how uncomfortable—has a way of clearing space, making room for something new to enter our lives.

Listening to the Pull of a New Season

As the seasons shift, I’ve been feeling the tug of change in my own life. Part of that comes from completing some big projects I’ve poured my heart into. The other part comes from listening more carefully to the interior landscape of my soul—the voice that whispers for alignment, truth, and authenticity.

The Universe has been sending gentle reminders, asking me to pause, look, and learn. Maybe even to slow down a little and refuel. My hope is that with a lighter heart and more space inside, I’ll shine more brightly in the ways that matter most. Isn’t that what we’re all here to do?

New Roles, New Paths

Many of you know me as a yoga and mindfulness teacher, a role I’ve cherished for the past 18 years, especially working with adults in assisted living and brain injury programs. That work will always be at the center of who I am.

But I’m also thrilled to share that I’ve stepped into an additional role as a Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant (QBHA). This allows me to support individuals in new and meaningful ways—through advocacy, skills training, wellness education, treatment plan support, and group or individual recovery-focused sessions. It feels like a natural extension of my heart’s work.

A Dream Realized: My First Book

Another huge shift has been bringing a dream to life: publishing my very first book!

 52 Weeks of Wisdom & Wellness: A Year of Mindful Living is now available in both Kindle and paperback.

This book is designed as a companion for your mindful living journey, with reflections, practices, and rituals to guide you through the year.

? Purchase 52 Weeks of Wisdom & Wellness here

Welcoming the Season of Letting Go

As summer fades and the air turns crisp, many of us feel the bittersweet ache of transition. We dig out warm sweaters, prepare for shorter days, and maybe even grumble at the thought of snow shovels.

But here’s an invitation: allow yourself to feel the disappointment and then open the door to curiosity. What might this new season bring you? What gift could be hidden inside the shift?

For the rest of the month, I encourage you to:
Take in the beauty of the changing leaves
Breathe in the fall air
Let go of something weighing on your heart
Release an old belief that no longer serves you
Shed what doesn’t elevate you

And most importantly, remember: all is well.

Much love,
Stacie

A Soulful Reflection on the Autumn Equinox

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Embracing Balance: A Soulful Reflection on the Autumn Equinox

As the wheel of the year turns, the autumn equinox arrives, inviting us to pause and honor a sacred threshold. On this day, light and darkness share the sky in perfect balance, reminding us of the delicate dance between opposites — endings and beginnings, release and renewal, work and rest.

The equinox is not just a seasonal marker but a gentle teacher. Nature whispers her wisdom: leaves surrender their grip, colors soften into gold and crimson, and the air carries a crispness that signals change. In this surrender, we are reminded that letting go is not loss but a natural part of the cycle — making space for what is next.

A Time for Reflection

The equinox is an invitation to look inward. Where in your life are you holding on tightly? What is ready to be released like the falling leaves? And where might balance be calling you back home?
It is a beautiful time for journaling, lighting a candle, or walking among the trees while noticing what stirs within you.

Honoring the Harvest

Traditionally, this is also a time of gratitude for the harvest — both literal and symbolic. We can give thanks not only for food that nourishes us but also for the unseen harvests: lessons learned, friendships deepened, resilience discovered. By pausing to notice our abundance, we plant seeds of contentment that carry us into the darker months with warmth and trust.

A Gentle Practice

Try this simple equinox ritual:

  • Step outside, even briefly, and feel the ground beneath your feet.
  • Inhale deeply, imagining you are drawing in light.
  • Exhale slowly, releasing something you no longer need to carry.
  • Whisper an affirmation: I honor the balance of light and dark, within and around me.

As we cross this threshold together, may we find comfort in the rhythm of the seasons, remembering that balance is not a fixed point but a living, breathing practice.

The equinox reminds us that every ending carries the seed of a beginning. Let us walk forward with gratitude, courage, and an open heart — ready for the beauty of what lies ahead.

Living in Alignment: Discovering Your True Values Through Mindfulness

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Living in Alignment: Discovering Your True Values Through Mindfulness

In the busyness of daily life, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. Yet deep within each of us lives a set of guiding values—compassion, honesty, kindness, presence—that serve as an inner compass. When we pause long enough to listen, mindfulness helps us reconnect with these truths and live with greater intention. I like to think of these values as the roots of ourselves, much like a tree.

Tuning Inward

Through mindfulness, we begin to notice the subtle ways our actions either align with or drift away from our deepest values. This gentle awareness isn’t about judgment, but about clarity. It allows us to ask: Am I living in a way that reflects what I truly believe?

Living Authentically

When our daily choices reflect our values, life feels less scattered and more grounded. Instead of moving through the world on autopilot, we experience a sense of balance, authenticity, and peace. Mindfulness becomes not just a practice on the cushion, but a way of walking through life.

An Invitation to Pause

Take a few moments today to pause and reflect:

• What values are most important to me?

• Where in my life am I living in alignment with them?

• Where might I gently realign?

These reflections are simple yet powerful steps toward living with authenticity and purpose.

Living in alignment with your values is not only empowering—it is the foundation of a mindful, intentional life.

Stay Connected

If this reflection resonates with you, I invite you to like, share, and subscribe for more mindfulness practices, reflections, and guided meditations. Subscribe here for gentle yoga, chronic pain support, and mindful movement.

Take a listen as I walk you through discovering your roots.

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Interested in being part of my essential oil community and are ready to start using pure essential oils, shop here or email me for a free 1:1 consultation.

Becoming Obsessively Grateful: A Mindful Approach to Finding Beauty in Everyday Life

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Becoming Obsessively Grateful

Lately, I’ve been leaning into the idea of becoming obsessively grateful—the kind of gratitude that isn’t reserved for big, shiny moments but instead floods every corner of the day. The warm mug in my hands. The way the morning light filters through the leaves. The laughter shared with a friend. The tender heartbeat of my own body carrying me through challenges I never imagined I could face.

I’ve noticed that the more I train my mind to seek these moments, the more they multiply. Gratitude, it turns out, isn’t passive. It’s alive, active, and transformative. It shifts the lens through which we see the world, softening sharp edges and turning the ordinary into something sacred.

What if we all became obsessively grateful? Not in a performative or toxic positivity kind of way, but in a grounded, heart-centered practice of noticing beauty and giving thanks for it all—the hard, the sweet, and everything in between.

Today, I’m pausing to whisper a quiet thank you to:

The flowers blooming despite the heat. The resilience of my body as it continues to heal. My little fur companion who brings joy with every soft pawstep. And to this very breath, because it means I’m still here.

What are you obsessively grateful for today? I’d love to hear.

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Looking for the tools and products I swear by? Visit my Amazon storefront for a handpicked collection of my favorite finds—from kitchen gadgets to wellness essentials. Click here to explore and shop my must-haves.

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Finding Joy in the Everyday: Why Simple Moments Matter

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I wasn’t headed anywhere special. Just me, my sporty blue Jeep, a wide stretch of road, and that particular kind of stillness that comes when you’re not rushing to get somewhere. It was one of those ordinary days that didn’t begin with a plan. But as life often reminds me, the most beautiful moments rarely need one.

I had driven past fields and fences, wildflowers and weathered barns, when I noticed a quiet little scene that pulled at my heart. I slowed down, pulled over, and let myself be drawn into a moment that asked nothing from me—just presence. There, on the side of the road, surrounded by sun and soil, was a glimpse of simple beauty. And it was more than enough.

This moment became a gentle reminder: joy lives in the everyday. Not just in the big celebrations or grand adventures, but in the pause. In the noticing. Paying attention to the way the light touches a leaf or how the wind plays with your hair as you drive with the windows down.

Since we live in a world that constantly pushes us to do more, be more, hustle more, we forget how healing it can be to simply be with what is. To let the road stretch out before us and not be in a rush to arrive. Joy is not something we earn. It’s something we allow. It meets us when we slow down long enough to see it.

The Benefits of Finding Joy in the Everyday

1. Reduces Stress
Pausing to appreciate small, joyful moments calms the nervous system, lowers cortisol levels, and supports emotional regulation.

2. Strengthens Resilience
When we train ourselves to find beauty in ordinary days, we build emotional endurance for the harder ones.

3. Improves Mental Health
Gratitude and joy are directly linked to increased life satisfaction, lower levels of depression, and improved outlook.

4. Enhances Presence
Joy brings us back to the present moment, grounding us in our bodies and our breath, rather than our to-do lists or worries.

5. Encourages Connection
Everyday joy invites us to share, to smile at strangers, to slow down with loved ones, to open our hearts to the world again.

So here’s my invitation: pull over sometimes. Let yourself linger in the unexpected quiet. Roll down the window. Let the sun warm your face. Let joy find you right where you are.

If you love my content and want more tools for mindfulness & movement, check out my digital products on Buy Me a Coffee! Your support helps me continue creating. 

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Garden Chats: A Summer Series for Mindful Living, Healing, and Connection

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Coming This Summer: Garden Chats – A Mindful Living Series

There’s something quietly powerful about pausing with nature—about letting the warmth of the sun, the hum of bees, and the fragrance of blooming flowers remind us that life doesn’t have to be rushed.

This summer, I’m inviting you to join me in the garden for a new kind of gathering.

Garden Chats: A Summer Series of Mindful Living is a weekly YouTube Live experience where we slow down together. Starting June 22 and continuing through the end of summer, these free, heart-centered chats are open to anyone seeking gentle connection, reflection, and a breath of peace.

No script. No pressure. Just space.

What to Expect

Bring a cup of tea, your curiosity, or simply your quiet presence. Each week, I’ll go live from my garden to share thoughts on mindful living, healing, and being present with what is. Sometimes we’ll explore simple practices; other times, we’ll just talk about the real stuff—grief, growth, gratitude, and everything in between.

The days will vary, so make sure you’re subscribed to my YouTube channel and have notifications turned on so you don’t miss a session.

Why the Garden?

The garden teaches patience. It reminds us to root, to bloom in our own time, and to trust in cycles of rest and renewal. It’s the perfect backdrop for conversations that nourish the soul.

You’re Invited

This is for you if you’re craving calm. If you want to reconnect with yourself. If you’re ready to welcome a little more meaning and stillness into your days.

We begin June 22 and continue through September 22. Let’s spend the summer together, one mindful chat at a time. Subscribe here and be sure to turn on notifications so you’ll know when I am on live!

With warmth and wildflowers,
Stacie

If you love my content and want more tools for mindfulness & movement, check out my digital products on Buy Me a Coffee! Your support helps me continue creating. 

Looking for the tools and products I swear by? Visit my Amazon storefront for a handpicked collection of my favorite finds—from kitchen gadgets to wellness essentials. Click here to explore and shop my must-haves.

If you would love to be part of my essential oil community and are ready to start using pure essential oils, shop here or email me for a free 1:1 consultation.

Daily Mindfulness Routine

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“As you walk and eat and travel, be where you are. Otherwise, you will miss most of your life.” — Buddha

A Day in the Life: My Mindful Routine

Mindfulness is more than a practice—it’s a way of living that allows us to stay present, reduce stress, and embrace each moment with intention. Over the years, I’ve developed a daily routine that supports my healing, fosters inner peace, and helps me move through my day with more awareness and gratitude. In this post, I’ll walk you through my mindful routine, offering practical tips that you can incorporate into your own life. If you’d like a deeper dive, be sure to check out my podcast episode on this very topic!

Morning Mindfulness Rituals

The way we start our day sets the tone for everything that follows. Instead of rushing into the morning, I take time to ease in with intention.

  • Breath Awareness: Before getting out of bed, I take a few deep breaths, tuning in to my body and setting an intention for the day.
  • Gratitude Practice: I reflect on three things I’m grateful for, which shifts my mindset toward appreciation.
  • Gentle Movement: A short stretching or chair yoga practice helps awaken my body and ease any stiffness.
  • Mindful Sipping: I make my morning tea or coffee a ritual, savoring each sip instead of mindlessly drinking while multitasking.

Try This: Before reaching for your phone in the morning, take five deep breaths and set an intention for your day. Notice how it shifts your mindset!

Midday Practices for Presence and Grounding

The middle of the day can often feel hectic, so I incorporate small mindful moments to stay balanced and centered.

  • Mindful Eating: I slow down and focus on my meals, appreciating the flavors, textures, and nourishment they provide.
  • Stretch Breaks: Gentle stretching or a short movement break helps prevent stiffness and resets my energy.
  • Fresh Air & Stillness: Stepping outside, even for a few minutes, to breathe deeply and notice my surroundings keeps me grounded.
  • Pause & Reset: If I feel overwhelmed, I take a few conscious breaths to recenter.

Try This: Set a reminder on your phone to take a deep breath and stretch mid-afternoon. A few mindful moments can bring a fresh sense of clarity to your day.

Evening Wind-Down and Reflection

As the day comes to a close, I focus on slowing down and preparing my mind and body for rest.

  • Digital Detox: I set aside my phone at least an hour before bed to reduce stimulation.
  • Journaling: I write down a few reflections on my day, focusing on what brought me joy and what I learned.
  • Restorative Yoga or Breathwork: A few minutes of gentle stretching or deep breathing helps signal to my body that it’s time to relax.
  • Gratitude Reflection: Before closing my eyes, I think of three positive moments from my day.

Try This: Before bed, take a few moments to reflect on something that went well today. It can be a small win, a kind interaction, or a moment of peace.

Encouraging Your Own Mindful Routine

Mindfulness isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. Your routine doesn’t have to look exactly like mine; the key is to find small, meaningful ways to weave mindfulness into your day. Whether it’s taking deep breaths in the morning, savoring your meals, or ending the day with gratitude, every mindful moment adds up to a more intentional life.

If you’re curious to hear more about how mindfulness supports my journey, tune in to my podcast episode, A Day in the Life: My Mindful Routine. I’d love to hear about your own mindful practices—feel free to share in the comments!

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