I’ve been moving a little differently these past few weeks. Grief has a way of rearranging the inside of you — quietly, without asking permission. I recently lost a family member, and even though I’ve stepped back into work, I can still feel the echo of that shift in my body. What I shared in my “Moment of Silence” post wasn’t just content. It was a reminder I needed for myself. Because getting back to life after loss isn’t about “being strong” or “pushing through.” It’s about learning how to meet each moment with a softer kind of courage. It’s about noticing when your nervous system is overwhelmed… and choosing gentleness instead of judgment. I still find myself drifting back into days when my loved one was here with me. I still cry on Sundays when I feel the weight of a new week coming — all the responsibilities I have to face, even when I’d rather not. But I’m finding strength and resilience in my meditation and journaling routine. Since my loss, I’ve made it a point to sit quietly with myself and reflect not only on the good times we shared, but also on how I want to honor my loved one moving forward. That quiet time to sit and connect with my inner self has been the most healing part of this journey. Journaling has been another anchor. Writing my innermost thoughts — raw, honest, revealing — has helped me release what I’ve been holding. For each of the stages of grief, I’ve been writing down what I’m feeling so I can move through it and come out on the other side more resilient. To learn more about the stages, visit https://www.verywellmind.com/five-stages-of-grief-4175361. To move through my process, these days I’m focusing on practicing: - Being present, even when my mind wants to drift back to what was. - Taking small calming pauses, not to escape the day, but to stay connected to myself inside it. - Prioritizing my health, because grief is heavy, and the body carries what the heart cannot say.

As you move through peri/menopause, calming your nervous system becomes essential to creating your new normal. Which healthy habit feels like the biggest priority for your calm lifestyle right now?

If you've ever tried to start a new habit... only to fizzle out a week later - you're NOT alone. Forming new habits is tough! But the key to making any dream a reality is taking day-to-day actions... consistently. Your dreams and goals point you in the direction you want to go. But your habits are the steps that take you there. The more healthy habits you have, the easier it is to create the life of your dreams. Small actions, when repeated, have the power to shift your life. 🌟 EXAMPLES OF HEALTIIY HABITS 🌟 Keep a gratitude journal and write 3 things you're thankful for 🌟 Drink at least 8 glasses of water 🌟 Read 10+ pages in a self-improvement book 🌟 Meditate for 5 minutes 🌟Take a mindful walk without distractions 🌟 Eat 5 or more vegetables 🌟Get at least 8 hours of sleep 🌟Turn off electronics by 9pm 🌟Start your day with 5 minutes of sunshine 🌟 Have a smoothie for breakfast 🌟 Exercise for 20 minutes Over the next 6 weeks, you'll build two new healthy habits to improve your life. When you complete the challenge, you'll receive a special gift at the end. And the key to building anything new is to start with a solid foundation. So, let's do some prep work to set you up for success… If You can dream it, You can do it! READY? If you're ready for the challenge, reply @ME so I know you're in! #BuildingHealthyHabits #HabitTransformation #HealthyLivingJourney #AccountabilityMatters #HealthyHabitsChallenge #WomenOverFortyFiftySixy #HERCalmandConfidentCollective #CoachDorothyRenee #iminthechallenge

This is a special space to celebrate yourself and each other. Remember small wins count too! Please post a recent win.

Ten pages a day may not seem like much… until you realize how quickly it reshapes your mindset. A few minutes of intentional reading can lower stress, spark new ideas, and remind you that growth is always available. Your next breakthrough might be sitting on page 11. 📚✨ She’s glowing, rested, hydrated, and unbothered. Come meet her inside the 6‑week Healthy Habits Challenge! . . . #HealthyHabits #DailyReading #SelfImprovementJourney #MindsetShift #WomenOver40Wellness #GrowthMindset #ReadEveryDay #PersonalDevelopment #CalmLiving #AlignedLiving #LetsMakeCalmYourNewNormal #CoachDorothyRenee