Flourish Newsletter
February 2025
~ helping women flourish in body, mind, and soul ~
Welcome to the Flourish Newsletter! Each month, we focus on nurturing your body, mind, and soul—empowering you to bloom into your best self. In this space, you'll find inspiration, self-care tips, and resources to help you manage stress, cultivate balance, and embrace a joyful, thriving life. Whether you’re here to reflect, rejuvenate, or take action, I am excited to walk this journey with you. Let’s flourish together!
The Art of Flourishing
~to thrive in all aspects of life~
FOCUS - AWARENESS OF YOUR CURRENT REALITY
LOVE - COMPASSION FOR SELF AND OTHERS
OPEN - BEING OPEN TO NEW POSSIBILITIES
UNDERSTAND - YOUR NEEDS, VALUES, GOALS
RESILENCE - MANAGE STRESS AND CHALLENGES
INTENTION - MINDFUL ACTION AND GOAL SETTING
SELF-CARE - NURTURE YOUR BODY, MIND, AND SOUL
HARMONY - LIVING A JOYFUL AND BALANCED LIFE
Anne’s Favorite Things
I am so excited about my new favorite skincare obsession: the Frankincense Stick + Naio Wood! Seriously, this thing is a game-changer for healthy looking skin. It's like they took all the magic of Frankincense and the goodness of Naio Wood and packed it into the perfect little stick. What I love most is how easy it is to use. Just swipe it on, and BAM! My skin feels instantly happier. It helps restore my skin's natural barrier, giving it a super-refreshed look. And you know those little skin irritations that pop up? Gone! It soothes them right away. I use it every single day to keep my skin looking amazing. Plus, it absorbs so quickly, and I am obsessed with the natural ingredients. No parabens, phthalates, or synthetic fragrances! Frankincense really is the king of essential oils.
Let me know if you'd like to order one.
Recipe of the Month
Oven Roasted Garbanzo Beans
makes 2 servings
1 can garbanzo beans
1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
Preheat oven to 375 degrees
Drain and rinse the garbanzo beans. Place on a paper towel and thoroughly pat dry.
Place dried beans in a mixing bowl and mix in the olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Pour beans onto a baking sheet in a single layer. Don't use parchment paper as the heat from the pan helps them get crispy.
Bake 20-25 minutes stirring half way through and bake until browned and crisp on the outside. Be careful not to let them get too dark.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The crispness changes a bit over time, but they still make a great snack. Loaded with fiber, zinc, folate, and protein this makes a perfect snack that is good for you.
You can use any spices you like or adjust the seasonings above to your taste. The possibilities are endless. I also heard that using an Air Fryer works well.
Incase you are curious - Garbanzo beans and Chickpeas are the same thing. Although their names are very different, garbanzo beans and chickpeas refer to the same bean. And to confuse things a little more, chickpeas are beans, not peas.
Stretch of the Month
~simple moves to refresh your body and mind~
Legs Up The Wall
A simple way to de-stress and give your body some love. This pose can feel like a mini-vacation, and the best part? Anyone can do it – no yoga experience required! Basically, you just relax on your back with your legs resting up against a wall. Sounds simple, right? It is! And the benefits are amazing.
- Instant Stress Relief: This pose calms the nervous system and helps guide your body into deep relaxation. Say goodbye to tension!
- Goodbye, Tired Legs! Perfect for relieving tired, swollen feet and ankles, especially after being on your feet all day. It helps move lymph and other excess fluid back into circulation.
- Lengthens Your Glutes and Hamstrings: Allow this pose is not a stretch, it is an excellent way to lengthen and activate your glutes and hamstrings.
- Relieves Back Pain & Sciatic Pain: Releasing your spine and neck onto the ground is a simple yet powerful way to ease back pain. This position gently decompresses the lumbar area, releasing pressure and tightness. By lengthening those tight, compressed, and often overused muscles, you can even find relief from sciatica. It's an easy way to promote relaxation, improve spinal flexibility, and reduce stress, ultimately contributing to a healthier, happier back.
- Promotes Sleep: This post provides a simple way to shut off your body and mind and prepare yourself for sleep.
- Alleviates Mild Headaches: This pose relaxes your head, neck, and shoulders helping you to melt into the ground beneath you. This helps to promote the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain. Focus on your breath and you might even find headaches and mild tension start to dissolve.
- Improves Your Digestion: When you are stressed, digestion gets interrupted. With your legs up the wall, your reduce any compression in the abdomen which allows for blood to flow to your digestive organs, which enhances digestion and elimination.
How to Do It:
- Sit sideways with one hip as close to the wall as you comfortably can.
- Swing your legs up the wall as you lie back.
- Adjust your position so your bottom is as close to the wall as feels good. Don't worry if you can't get right up against it!
- Relax your arms at your sides, palms facing up.
- Close your eyes and breathe deeply.
- Stay in the pose for 2-3 minutes (or longer as you get used to it). I personally love to stay up there for 5-10 minutes!
- To come out, gently slide your legs down the wall and roll onto your side. Rest there for a few breaths before sitting up slowly.
Important Note: This pose is generally safe, but avoid it if you have glaucoma, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or have major neck or back issues or any recent surgery. Also, always come out of the pose slowly, sitting quietly on your side for a minute or two before sitting up. I challenge you to try this pose tonight! Seriously, even just a few minutes can make a huge difference. Let me know how you feel after!
Self-Care Tip of the Month
Walking ~ Your Body and Mind Will Thank You
The simple activity of walking has so many powerful health benefits.
1 minutes = blood flow elevates
5 minutes = mood improves
10 minutes = cortisol (the stress hormone) reduces
15 minutes = blood sugar reduces
30 minutes = fat burning begins
45 minutes = overthinking reduces
60 minutes = dopamine (often called the happy hormone) increases
Did you know I'm also a life coach? Think of it as a gym membership for your soul! Curious if life coaching is the right next flourishing move for you? Let's connect on a free Discovery Call and talk about the possibilities.
I believe self-care is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. It requires intentional practice of the habits that nurture and sustain a healthy body, mind, and soul.
Mindful Movement & Meditation Classes
Tuesdays Bird Island @ 5:45pm
February 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25
Wednesdays Buffalo Lake @ 5:30pm
February 19
Sunday Slow Down Zoom
February 9 2:00-3:00pm
March 9 4:00-5:00pm
NEW Offering Tuesdays Bird Island @ 4:15-5:00pm
We are looking for seniors who are interested in a weekly gentle exercise program designed to enhance well-being through mindfulness, movement, balance, and breathwork. Please contact Rosemary Glesener at 229-220-4232. We hope to begin March 25th, but need 10+ participants to get started.
How will you flourish this month?
