Before we get into this week’s newsletter, I wanted to send my heartfelt condolences to everyone dealing with the devastating fires in the Los Angeles this week. It has been absolutely horrifying to behold from afar, so I can’t imagine what it must be like for the firefighters responding to it and locals fleeing from it. So many have lost so much, and it’s not over yet. I’m sending my prayers and support to all of first responders fighting the fires, those who have lost their homes and belongings, and anyone else directly impacted by this terrible tragedy.

Hello my sweet friend!

Many of you are participating in the 10-Day Winter Wellness Reset and today is Day 7. We are focussing on easing into January. Those big goals and resolutions can wait. We are taking time to process the previous year, tune into the natural rhythm of our bodies (hello, it’s still winter and we need rest) and really plan for what we want in 2025. Feel free to hop on the last 3 days by joining us here. It’s never too late to prioritize your health and wellbeing.

One of my biggest take-aways from the last week of the reset has been coming back to the boring basics. It sounds trite, but they work. We’re not piling on complicated routines. It’s hydration, walking, mindfulness, stress management, sleep hygiene. It’s simple habits, and they work.

What if I told you that one of these simple habits could help you with:

• Tackling that tummy fat that seems to appear overnight

• Naturally balancing your hormones

• And helping you feel more like yourself again

All it takes is a quick 10-minute walk after meals.

Here’s why it works so well: Our bodies become more sensitive to blood sugar spikes as we go through perimenopause. This sensitivity can not only trigger hot flashes but also make weight loss a real challenge. Walking right after eating prompts your muscles to use up some of that circulating blood sugar, which can help to:

• Reduce hormone-related weight around the belly,

• Soothe hot flashes and night sweats

• Relieve bloating and discomfort

• Support steady blood pressure

• Strengthen your bones

• Ease stress (helpful for balancing cortisol, which impacts weight during menopause)

• Create a moment of peace for yourself—whether it’s solo or with friends!

And all of this from just a gentle 10-minute walk. There’s no need for special equipment or complex routines and plans.

Sometimes, small, consistent habits make the biggest difference.

Let’s dive into today’s findings across the web…..

xoxChristie

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