Siesta - let's learn from our animal companions

Adequate sleep and quality rest is not a luxury - do yourself and your loved ones a favor and be sure to make sleep a priority. Schedule that vacation you have been putting off and deeply nourish yourself to enjoy longevity and abundant health...

Here is an article detailing the benefits of sleep for you

Trees are Living

We can benefit from appreciating trees, noticing their majestic beauty, and learning from their strength and flexibility.

Mindfulness in daily life

Waiting at the bank or while in line at a store are perfect moments to practice mindfulness meditation. It's easy and no one knows, but the stress reduction benefits are measurable and significant. Even ten minutes a day can really make a difference in one's health and mental wellbeing. Check this article out at Harvard Health Publishing online

Family is most important

Happy long lives include plenty of time to relax and recharge with friends and family. Here we are after a delightful.and much appreciated ten day family vacation in Costa Rica. Pura vida!

Life long friendship promotes longevity and satisfied the soul

Forming longstanding friendships and family bonds foster longevity according to National Geographic and the study on the few. It remarkable Blue Zone Regions around the world where the local populations tend to live longer happier lives. 

Here is a photo of my daughter and her good friend, they have been close friends for half of their lives and this friendship obviously nourishes her spirit immensely.. Have you called a loved one or made a date with a friend recently? Why not pick up the phone and make a date today.

Love, Justine Smythe

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