Why We Love Triumph
By: Heather Blanchard My husband was watching Rocky again a few weeks ago, and I realized why movies that celebrate the triumph of the underdog are so hard to resist – and …
The Beauty Of Doing Nothing
By: Heather Blanchard The long, lazy, hazy days of summer are just around the corner, and it seems this season beckons us to slow down a little more and take it easy. ‘Tis a …
How Words Can Shift Our Perspective
By: Heather Blanchard Last week I took a Zumba class outside, and though it was hot, we were all in high spirits to be able to dance together for a cause. The profits from this …
Come On Get Happy!
By: Heather Blanchard It seems we’re always in search of more joy, more fun and more happiness. There are documentaries, college courses and tons of studies on what makes people …
Discovering The Divine Inside
By: Heather Blanchard We are all born with a divine light inside, though that light is sometimes hard to tap into as we grow older and become wrapped up in experiences, cultures, …
An Ode To The Yamas & Niyamas
By: Heather Blanchard Over the past several weeks I’ve been talking about the Yamas & Niyamas, which are yoga’s ethical and moral principles in class. There are 5 …
The Beauty Of Slowing Down
By: Heather Blanchard I follow a wonderful yoga teacher online named Mariel Witmond, whose messaging often seems relevant for all. Mariel and her family were on a journey for a …
We Are Stronger Together – Bridging Differences To Build Better Tomorrows
Just before Martin Luther King Jr. Day a few weeks ago, our youngest daughter had to do a unique project for her social studies class. The students in her 8th grade class were …
How The Rule Of 10-10-10 Can Help You Make Sound Decisions
By, Heather Blanchard So often throughout the day we are juggling many roles – from being a parent to a child of parents, a parter to a friend, a colleague to a housekeeper. …
Resolve TO Make The Most Of Every Day in 2024!
By: Heather Blanchard This weekend we will celebrate the coming of a New Year. Resolutions will be made, and while some will be realized, many will fade away. So instead of making …
An Extraordinary Story About The Power Of Body & Mind
By: Heather Blanchard I recently saw a movie based on the inspiring and true story of Diana Nyad, a record-breaking open water marathon swimmer. Her accomplishments include …
A Local Story About Giving Back With Joy
By: Heather Blanchard Designed For Joy is a nonprofit organization in Raleigh that was started by my former neighbor and her friend. They started this mission in their homes …