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01/28/2026

Wildflower Wednesday | Countdown to Spring — 8 weeks

Bitterroot grows low to the ground, tucked into rocky, exposed places where very little else seems to thrive. I most often find it on dry slopes and open ridgelines while hiking.

What always stands out to me is how grounded it is. Bitterroot doesn’t rush. It doesn’t stretch tall to be noticed. It blooms close to the earth, steady and self-contained.

For me, bitterroot represents endurance — the quiet kind. The kind that comes from staying rooted, conserving energy, and trusting your own timing.

7 Wednesdays to go until spring.
Still counting.

01/26/2026

I’ve learned that vitality isn’t one-size-fits-all.

For one woman, it’s strength and stamina.
For another, it’s steadier moods, better sleep, or fewer aches.

For many women in midlife, it’s the return of agency — the moment you decide, I want to feel better than this.

Vitality starts with defining what it means for you.

Grounded. Strong. Resilient. Fully alive.
Vitality in Focus.

01/24/2026

What does living with vitality mean to you?

For me, it’s not about perfection or doing everything “right.”
It’s about having the capacity to stay engaged in my life — now, and as I age.

I shared a new blog post today reflecting on how my understanding of vitality has evolved, what it looks like in my life today, and why the choices we make in midlife matter more than we think.

You can read it via the link in my bio.

Grounded. Strong. Resilient. Fully alive.
Vitality in Focus.

01/24/2026

Living With Vitality (And Why It Matters More Than Ever in Midlife)

A personal reflection on living with vitality in midlife—building strength, clarity, and independence through everyday choices that support aging well.

01/23/2026

Some goals fall apart not because the actions were unclear — but because they weren’t connected to meaning.

Goals are far more likely to stick when they’re anchored to relationships, purpose, and a sense of belonging.

Pillar 5 of Vitality is Connect: Relationships & Community.

Just as your body needs nourishment and rest, your nervous system needs connection. Friendships, family, community, and even brief moments of kindness regulate stress, support emotional well-being, and contribute to long-term health.

Post-menopause often brings shifts — in roles, family structure, or social circles. But it also offers freedom: the chance to redefine connection and choose relationships that truly nourish you.

A goal designed to stick might look like this:
• spending time with people who bring calm and authenticity
• creating simple rituals of togetherness
• releasing connections that consistently drain your energy
• making space for new community through shared interests

Connection also begins with yourself — listening inward, practicing self-compassion, and honoring what matters most in this season of life.

Question for you:
👉 Who or what helps you feel most connected and grounded right now?

A person, a place, a community, or a meaningful practice — all answers count.

Mini action step:
This week, choose one nourishing connection — call a friend, share a meal, or spend unhurried time with someone who fills your cup.

If you’re thinking about your goals for 2026 and want support designing a life that feels connected, purposeful, and sustainable, I currently have 2 openings for one-on-one coaching.

The blog post on goal-setting that sparked this series is linked in my bio.

Strong. Grounded. Fully alive.
Vitality in Focus.

01/21/2026

Wildflower Wednesday | Countdown to Spring — 9 weeks

Monkey flower is one of those plants that always makes me pause when I come across it on the trail.

I usually see it growing near water—sometimes near eye level, sometimes in noticeable clusters that naturally draw your attention. It’s hard to miss once you spot it.

But there’s also the dwarf monkey flower. Low to the ground. Easy to overlook. Growing quietly in sandy, dry places unless you slow down and really look.

Same flower. Very different expressions.

For me, monkey flower represents curiosity—the willingness to look a little closer and notice what’s growing right where you are.

Nine Wednesdays to go until spring.
Still counting. Still curious.

01/19/2026

Goals around rest and sleep are some of the most common — and some of the hardest to turn into a consistent practice.

They often stall because they’re framed as outcomes (“sleep better”) instead of daily rhythms that support real life.

Pillar 3 of Vitality is Renew: Rest, Sleep & Recovery.
In midlife, rest isn’t a reward for getting everything done — it’s a requirement. Hormonal shifts can make restful sleep harder to come by, yet quality rest becomes even more essential for energy, mood, focus, and resilience.

Renewing your energy isn’t only about what happens at night. It’s about creating supportive rhythms throughout the day — moments of pause, reduced stimulation, and permission to slow down without guilt.

A goal designed to stick might look like this:
• a consistent bedtime and wake time
• a simple wind-down ritual in the evening
• calmer, screen-light nights
• brief rest breaks during the day

These aren’t rigid rules — they’re small, repeatable practices that support renewal over time.

Question for you:
👉 What helps you wind down at night — or what do you wish you had more space for when it comes to rest?

Reading, stretching, quiet, fresh air, an earlier bedtime — all answers count.

Mini action step:
Tonight, take 15 minutes to make your bedroom more restful — dim the lights, lower the temperature, and put your phone out of reach. Then notice how your body responds.

If you’re thinking about your goals for 2026 and want support designing rhythms of rest that actually fit your life, I currently have 2 openings for one-on-one coaching.

The blog post on goal-setting that sparked this series is linked in my bio.

Strong. Grounded. Fully alive.
Vitality in Focus.

01/18/2026

Many goals fall apart not because the strategy was wrong — but because the mindset underneath it wasn’t supportive.
Pillar 4 of Vitality is Empower: Resilience & Purpose.
Midlife brings change — in hormones, roles, identity, and body. While that can feel destabilizing, it’s also a powerful opportunity to redefine success and reconnect with purpose.
Your mindset becomes the lens through which you meet this season. When self-compassion, curiosity, and presence replace pressure and self-criticism, your energy — and your capacity for change — expands.
Small, realistic practices matter:�• reframing the stories you tell yourself�• choosing language rooted in agency (“I choose”)�• grounding your nervous system with simple pauses�• noticing what’s working, not only what’s hard
Resilience isn’t about pushing through — it’s about learning how to meet yourself with steadiness and care.
I’m curious:�👉 What belief or inner pressure are you ready to let go of in this next season of life?
If you’re beginning to think about your goals for 2026 and want guidance creating habits — and a mindset — that support who you’re becoming, I currently have 2 openings for one-on-one coaching.
The blog post that outlines the goal-setting framework behind this approach is here.
https://www.vitalityinfocus.com/blog/quitters-day-goals-that-stick-midlife

01/17/2026

Movement goals often fail not because we don’t care — but because they’re designed around pressure instead of support.

In midlife especially, goals that rely on obligation rarely last.

Pillar 2 of Vitality is Move: Strength, Balance & Flexibility.

In midlife and beyond, movement becomes less about “working out” and more about working with your body. The goal isn’t perfection — it’s vitality, freedom, and confidence in your own strength.

When movement is consistent, it supports far more than muscle tone. It strengthens bones, steadies balance, supports brain and heart health, and builds resilience — physically and mentally.

A goal like “exercise more” often fades because it’s vague. A goal designed to stick might look like this:

• 2–3 strength sessions per week (weights, bands, or bodyweight)
• simple daily balance practices
• gentle mobility to keep joints moving freely

These aren’t rules — they’re small, repeatable practices that support long-term vitality.

Question for you:
👉 What kind of movement do you come back to again and again — the one that helps you feel strong or grounded?

Walking, hiking, strength training, yoga, gardening — all of it counts.

Mini action step:
This week, schedule one strength-focused session, one balance-focused activity, and one stretch or mobility session. Then notice how your posture, energy, and confidence respond.

If you’re thinking about your goals for 2026 and want support designing movement habits that actually fit your life, I currently have 2 openings for one-on-one coaching.

The blog post that sparked this series — and the link to learn more — are in my bio.

Strong. Grounded. Fully alive.
Vitality in Focus.

01/14/2026

Wildflower Wednesday | Countdown to Spring — 10 weeks

Buckwheat is one of those plants I notice again and again — along the trails I hike near home and on rocky slopes where it seems to thrive without much attention.

I’m always drawn to how it changes. The blooms shift from pale cream to soft pink, rust, and gold as the season unfolds, without ever losing its identity.

Buckwheat thrives in sandy or gravelly soil and is remarkably drought tolerant, anchoring itself where other plants struggle. It doesn’t wait for perfect conditions. It adapts, adjusts, and keeps going — quietly supporting pollinators and holding the landscape together.

For me, buckwheat has come to represent adaptability — meeting the season you’re in, not the one you wish for, and finding a way to flourish anyway.

Ten Wednesdays to go until spring.
Still counting. Still adapting.

01/12/2026

Nutrition is often the first place people focus when they decide they want to feel better.

Goals like “eat healthier” tend to fall apart because they’re too vague to guide daily choices.

Pillar 1: Nourish — Eat to Thrive.

Midlife nutrition isn’t about restriction or chasing the “perfect” diet. It’s about nourishment that helps you feel energized, steady, and strong — especially after menopause, when your body needs a bit more intentional support.

A goal like “eat healthier” often falls apart because it’s vague. A goal designed to stick might look like this:
• include protein at every meal
• build meals around real, whole foods
• pair protein with fiber and healthy fats for steady energy

These aren’t rules — they’re small, repeatable actions that support long-term vitality.

Question for you:
👉 What’s one meal you have on repeat right now that helps you feel nourished?

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a go-to snack — simple counts.

Mini action step:
This week, build one power plate each day — protein, fiber, and a healthy fat — and notice how your energy and focus respond.

If you’re starting to think about your goals for 2026 and want support creating habits that actually fit your life, I currently have 2 openings for one-on-one coaching.

The blog post that sparked this conversation — and the link to learn more — are in my bio.

Strong. Grounded. Fully alive.
Vitality in Focus.

01/10/2026

Quitter’s Day Has Passed: A Better Way to Set Goals That Actually Stick in Midlife

If your resolutions didn’t survive Quitter’s Day, it’s not a lack of willpower. Learn a more sustainable, purpose-driven way to set goals that stick in midlife.