Awash in wellness Middle school teacher’s innovative project bathes colleagues in calming music In a darkened planetarium at Macatawa Bay Middle School in Holland, four students work together to create a sound bath, immersing a reclining teacher in waves of serene sounds. Led by band and choir teacher Carrie Ledet, students [...]
Unique gifts from the heart that won’t break the bank The holiday season is all about creating warm memories with your family and friends in the deluge of laughter, festive music, tight hugs from everyone in the room, and that perfect unique gift that makes the occasion more special. But instead of [...]
Exercise at home to maintain your goals Don’t let cold weather or lack of a gym membership stop your body movement Let’s face it. When the temperature drops, your motivation to do anything likely takes a dip, too. You don’t want to get out of bed in the morning because it’s warm [...]
Enjoy your holidays and keep stress at bayThe holiday season has arrived, along with a seemingly endless list of things to do, people to see and places to go.You can handle it all with style and grace, and keep your sanity intact, with careful planning and knowing when to take a breather.Here [...]
Quench your thirst the healthy way One of the simplest ways to take care of your body is by drinking the most basic beverage available: water. Water helps regulate your body temperature, lubricate and cushion your joints, protect sensitive tissue like your spinal cord, and rid your body of waste, according to [...]
Save the date: MESSA’s Fall Worksite Wellness Conference is Nov. 3 Grab your calendar and block out Nov. 3 for MESSA’s Fall Worksite Wellness Conference, where you’ll get actionable tips to fight burnout. MESSA Health Promotion Consultant Rhonda Jones will share how a workplace wellness program can ignite compassion and slow the [...]
Spring ahead: How to wake up on the right side of the bed Daylight saving time is usually a sign that spring is around the corner, with more sunshine, budding flowers, green grass and — ahem — less sleep awaiting. When we spring our clocks forward an hour, the jump is actually [...]
Save the date: Spring Worksite Wellness Conference is May 12 MESSA’s 2023 Spring Worksite Wellness Conference is all about mood. We all experience ups and downs when it comes to moods, but there are things you can do to gain greater control of your disposition. Building on the theme of “Mood Matters,” [...]
Winter fitness Get outside to explore Michigan’s winter wonderland The mercury may be dipping, but you can still enjoy the great outdoors. Whether it’s running in the snow, ice skating with friends or sledding with your kids, outdoor winter workouts can help transform your mind, body and mood. They’re also great for [...]
Is it hot in here? 6 tips to feel good about your body through menopause When people talk about menopause in euphemisms and whispers — “The Change” — it can create a sense of uneasiness or embarrass¬ment about the changes you’re going through. On top of that, you may feel like you’re [...]
