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Kylie Alger
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Latest Articles by Kylie Alger
Health & Wellness Sep. 5, 2025 5:30 am11d ago
Finding balance, routine and well-being as the school year begins.
Health & Wellness Jul. 31, 2025 5:30 am47d ago
When we pause to pray and listen, we reconnect with our inner wisdom: improving not just our spiritual well-being, but our emotional and physical health, too.
Health & Wellness Jun. 15, 2025 6:00 am93d ago
Whether it was modeling consistency in small and daily gestures, or to be curious, there have been a lot of great lessons along the way
Health & Wellness May. 11, 2025 5:30 am128d ago
To celebrate Mother’s Day, I’ve been reflecting on the meaningful women in my life and how their words of wisdom have impacted me and others I love. I feel so grateful to have a space to share their stories with you.
Health & Wellness Apr. 10, 2025 6:00 am159d ago
Spring is the season of transformation — a time when nature reminds us that growth is not just about adding more, but also about letting go.
Health & Wellness Feb. 7, 2025 5:30 am221d ago
There are four dimensions of heart health — physical, emotional, social and spiritual — and true well-being requires us to nurture all of them. Emotions like gratitude, kindness, and love strengthen the heart, while chronic stress, loneliness, and fear can weaken it.
Health & Wellness Jan. 3, 2025 7:49 am256d ago
The pressure to set ambitious goals can sometimes leave us feeling scattered rather than focused. That’s why best-selling author and motivational speaker Mel Robbins suggests starting with an end-of-year audit before diving into New Year resolutions.
Health & Wellness Dec. 20, 2024 10:49 am270d ago
The holiday season often feels like a whirlwind — endless to-do lists, shopping and social obligations that may leave us longing for the very joy we are hoping to experience.
Health & Wellness Dec. 6, 2024 8:43 am284d ago
Universal experience doesn’t mean universal processing on very personal journey
Health & Wellness Nov. 1, 2024 5:30 am319d ago
Embracing gratitude helps elevate our mental, emotional and even physical health, making it a vital practice for anyone seeking a healthier, happier life.
Health & Wellness Oct. 4, 2024 5:00 am347d ago
Here are a few tips I’ve found helpful when dealing with different perspectives.
Health & Wellness Sep. 6, 2024 6:15 am375d ago
Your “vibration” is a fancy way of describing your overall state of being, according to Cassandra Sturdy, author and transformational coach.
Health & Wellness Aug. 2, 2024 5:15 am410d ago
People often view their future selves as strangers rather than as extensions of their current identities.
Health & Wellness Jul. 5, 2024 6:15 am438d ago
We cannot control what happens to us, but we can control our response.
Health & Wellness Jun. 7, 2024 5:45 am466d ago
While motivation can precede action, you can’t rely on feeling motivated all the time. That’s when adopting a “just do it” attitude will help you tackle your goals.