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Kylie Alger
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Latest Articles by Kylie Alger
Health & Wellness Dec. 4, 2025 6:30 am12d ago
As we move from Thanksgiving into the rest of the holiday season, our minds can easily slip into replaying worries, conversations or long to-do lists. This mental looping, or “rumination,” drains our energy and steals the joy from the moments right in front of us.
Health & Wellness Oct. 30, 2025 5:30 am47d ago
From strengthening the prefrontal cortex (your brain’s decision-making center) to improving sleep and relationships, thankfulness changes both mood and mind. This November, discover four simple ways to grow your gratitude.
Health & Wellness Oct. 4, 2025 5:00 am73d ago
As we enter the fourth quarter of the year, it’s not too late to reset, refocus and finish strong — on the field, in your health, and in your life.
Health & Wellness Sep. 5, 2025 5:30 am102d ago
Finding balance, routine and well-being as the school year begins.
Health & Wellness Jul. 31, 2025 5:30 am138d 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 am184d 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 am219d 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 am250d 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 am312d 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 am347d 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 am361d 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 am375d ago
Universal experience doesn’t mean universal processing on very personal journey
Health & Wellness Nov. 1, 2024 5:30 am410d 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 am438d ago
Here are a few tips I’ve found helpful when dealing with different perspectives.
Health & Wellness Sep. 6, 2024 6:15 am466d ago
Your “vibration” is a fancy way of describing your overall state of being, according to Cassandra Sturdy, author and transformational coach.

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