YES! I adore Bob Ross! Noted television artist and now cult figure popularized on public television stations in the 70’s. I could spend all afternoon watching him. His calming voice, his encouraging words and his FAN brush made me want to create! Check out our Harvest Moon painting styled after the 30 minute master! “It’s … Read More
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Why Energy Medicine Appeals To Millennials
The field of energy medicine is growing. According to Grand View Research, the global complementary and alternative medicine market size is expected to grow at a compound rate of 22 percent from 2021 to 2028. And millennials, or those born between 1980 and 2000, now account for more than one and three adults. Coincidence? Most … Read More
Managing Post-Pandemic Anxiety
More and more Americans are fully vaccinated each day. COVID-19 deaths are dropping. Mask restrictions are easing. The U.S. continues to return to normal all around us. So why won’t that bad feeling go away? If you’re not feeling quite ready yet to meet up with friends or stop wearing a mask, congratulations! You’re a … Read More
Weight Loss Results = Mindset
Want to change your results? Change your mind. The mind is a computer, and like a computer, it can be programmed. Computer programs don’t have emotional baggage, they are simply a set of steps followed in a sequential order. The path to your goals is the same. It starts with your identity. Who you believe … Read More
Illinois/Chicago Bridge Phase Coming May 14, State on Target for June 11 Start to Phase 5
Governor Pritzker announced that the state of Illinois will reach the Bridge to Phase 5 on Friday, May 14, and if COVID-19 metrics remain stable or decrease for a 28-day period, Illinois could reach the Phase 5 and fully reopen by Friday, June 11 – ahead of the July target announced earlier this week. In … Read More
Great Playlist Can Power You Through the La Grange Earth Day 5K
by Megan Wenstrup, owner and founder of FitGive Movement The very first La Grange Earth Day 5K Virtual Fun Run and Walk is underway through April 25. Charge up your phone and your AirPods. Follow the link below, download the playlist and prepare to get your FREAKY FAST turned ON! I hope I’ve got a … Read More
Are you working smart – or just working hard?
Better data management will give you more time to develop your small business or nonprofit. by Meg Kreikemeier, owner of 488 Park Consulting I’ve found when I help nonprofits and small businesses, they either have a system they’re not comfortable using or they don’t have a database and are relying on spreadsheets or information in … Read More
Smudging: What is it? And why is it so important now?
By Michael Rakov, Reiki and Energy Practitioner Smudging cleans and clears out the energy that builds up in our living spaces over time. Smudging your home, office, even your car, can make your space feel lighter, cleaner, more relaxing, and more inviting. It’s a reset on any energy that’s been building up. Why would you … Read More
Five Ways to Get Unstuck.
by Zen Burgos, founder and creator of ELLIPTIHIT Wow, what a year. I’ve been a fitness coach for 30 years and I’ve never seen anything like this. Everyone I know has some level of anxiety right now — but I’ve also heard from many clients that they’ve finally gotten decent sleep, had more time with … Read More
Bring on the Dessert!
By Marija Pejkovic, owner of Balkan Bakery Pies, coffee cake, sugar cookies…you won’t find any of that here. Kinder cake, cream puffs and Russian Hats, you’ve come to the right place! You must be asking yourself, what is Balkan Bakery as you drive up and down La Grange Road hundreds of times a year to and from … Read More