The best time to start is always NOW. So whether you’ve been out for a week, a month, or even five years, maybe today is the day you begin moving again. Being sedentary is more than “not exercising” — it affects mood, energy, digestion, sleep, and even how clearly we think. The good news is that the moment you start moving again, your whole system responds. A few minutes of mindful movement can shift your day, your week, and your wellbeing. Being sedentary is something many of us fall into...

Phew we made it through a long, dull January and while February has started with as much dullness and drizzle, I have seen the first daffodils, seen the snowdrops and see the tulip sprouts. So we move forward towards Spring. There is undoubtedly a lot going on in your life, managing work, retirement, chores, kids, grandkids, parents, home improvements, pain, injury, death and disease. One thing is certain, that nothing is certain. In the midst of the busyness it can be hard to stop, to check...

Mindfulness helps me cope with the old conditioned doubt that arises most days. If you’ve ever felt a wave of hesitation over something you know you’re perfectly capable of — making a decision, speaking up, choosing a direction — you’re not alone. That’s not present‑moment wisdom talking. That’s old, conditioned doubt doing what it learned to do decades ago. It’s like having a tiny, overprotective librarian in your mind whispering, “Shhh… are you sure?” even when you’re just trying to live...