by Amy Kurtz | Jan 17, 2019 | Self Care
The winter blues are nothing to ignore. In fact, for many people a case of the “winter blues” is truly a disorder. Called Seasonal Affective Disorder, its acronym is SAD, one that’s particularly fitting, as for those afflicted it’s no fun at all. No...
by Amy Kurtz | Jan 7, 2019 | Self Care
If you are like me, there have been some December 31sts in your life when you looked back at the year and thought “I didn’t keep all of my resolutions I had wanted for myself this year.” Well, you’re not alone in realizing that those big promises you make to yourself...
by Amy Kurtz | Nov 24, 2017 | Self Care
Are you wondering why your jeans seem to have shrunk even though you have not washed them? Are you needing to give your Lululemons an extra tug, or better yet feel like you want to stretch the elastic out so they fit a little better? Ah…the bleak aftermath of...
by Amy Kurtz | Nov 22, 2017 | Self Care
To me, Thanksgiving has always been a special holiday because its purpose and simplicity appeal. Gratitude is the attitude of this holiday, and that’s especially meaningful to me, since I focus so much in my life and work on the physical and spiritual benefits of...
by Amy | May 10, 2017 | Self Care
What happened yesterday deeply saddens me. As someone with multiple chronic health conditions, reading the Trump Plan for “health care” bill was not only appalling but scary. The medical landscape for those with chronic conditions is disempowering...
by Amy Kurtz | Apr 5, 2017 | Self Care
Ever hear of Hashimotos? Well if you haven’t, you’re not alone. Hashimoto’s Disease is a condition in which your immune system attacks your thyroid. Until Gigi Hadid announced that she has the condition, it had rarely been discussed in a big way. As a fellow glow...