course,’ right? And if I asked whether exercise is key for health and wellness, you would most likely respond with a yes. So if we know that nutrition plus fitness is the magic formula for living a vibrantly healthy life, why don't we do it? Why do we prioritize one over the other? Why do we put one on the back burner and only get serious about it when we’ve been slapped in the face by a wake-up call, such as getting winded by one flight of stairs or a high blood pressure reading?Read more

We’ve had a blast getting to know Cassie over the past year and a half and we think you will too. She’s the founder and CEO of First Steps Academy now with three locations here in Rochester. First Steps is a great place for your kids to grow and develop. Staff also have many great opportunities, including the benefit of a Progression Membership! First Steps is currently seeking caring staff and has openings for newborn through school-age children. Check them out today at firststepsmn.com or contact Cassie directly at [email protected] Never miss an opportunity to educate and spark interest, curiosity and wonder every chance we get.Cassie Fenstra First Steps MN Mission Statement Check out this fun video to learn more about Cassie and First Steps!Read more

Found this in one of my blogs today.  Thought I would share it.  Dalai Lama Positive Emotion. Originally written: Monday, April 17th, 2006 Updated June 16th 2020 By: Joshua Grenell I was fortunate enough to be one of the select few to be in the physical presence of the Dalai Lama today. I would like to say that it is because of my great works with the mentally ill, but to be factual it is because my wife is extremely lucky with these sorts of things and she was kind enough to give me her ticket to the event. The Dalai Lama(DL),( can I do this without gaining bad karma?) was at my place of employment, and in his words “The real reason I am here is not for talk but for medical check-up!” “No one comes to the hospital for a picnic.” Overall I found the DL extremely humble...Read more

Sleep is important. Probably one of the most important things you can work on to improve your health. Here are 3 steps to better sleep. Sleep!Read more