155: Ayurvedic Abhyanga: Nourishing Your Skin, Mind & Body for the Summer Ahead

Here we are: Summer has arrived, but you're wondering ... "Why don't I feel fantastic all the time?"Instead of feeling excitement for the summer months that you held as a child, you're feeling the heat - physically, mentally, and emotionally.Well, ladies, Ayurveda to the rescue!Today, on Episode 159 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're fighting that summer heat.We're thinking cooling, hydrating and light.We're managing our social media and news time by letting less in.We're letting go of the intense, hot workouts in favor of cooling swims or meditations.And we're practicing 2 cooling breaths.For Sheetali Breathing:Roll your tongue like a taco (or gently open your lips and breathe in through your teeth if that’s more your style - or you're in public). Inhale cool air slowly. Exhale through your nose.Try this for 5–7 rounds. It truly feels like peppermint for your nervous system!For Left Nostril Breathing (Chandra Bhedana):Cover your right nostril by applying light pressure with your finger or thumb. Inhale and exhale through the left nostril. This technique is not only cooling, but super calming. It's great before bed or after a heated convo (or a heated workout).You might be wondering: Why do these breathing techniques work?Because your breath controls your inner thermostat. When you cool your breath, your nervous system gets the memo that you're safe, calm, and not on fire.Take a breath, take a break, give yourself some grace, and enjoy the summer vibes!Love,Lorrie xoxoxOn this Episode:Take the Dosha QuizLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

You're ready for summer ... right?You've been wearing your BIRKENSTOCKS since the May long weekend, but have you really fully engaged in the energy of summer yet?Today, on Episode #158 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're going to bring our foundational habits from the spring into the summer.Step 1: Think about your non-negotiables. What are you going to stick with over the summer, no questions asked?It might be a skincare routine or a morning movement.Or, perhaps you just can't give up your daily walk (you just might move it from the afternoon to the evening).Step 2: What are you going to let go of?What habits just don't fit in this season?It could be your famous chili recipe that gets tucked away until October.Or you could ditch your indoor exercise class and opt for something outside instead.Step 3: Take it a step further - What else can you let go of?Overscheduling.Perfectionism.Meditations that don't match your rhythm.Free yourself from anything that feels like something you "should" do instead of something you "want" to do (even if it's exercise!).These are our Me Now years, ladies!The years when we can be more courageous and unapologetic.Remember: We're not building habits to impress anyone else. We're building them to reclaim our time, our power, our energy, and our awesomeness.Love,Lorrie xoxoxLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

Ready to feel better about aging and life in general?The Me Now years are not defined by age, but by mindset and intentionality.This week, I'm sharing 3 synchronistic events that happened in the past week that inspired today's episode.1. A drive home from a medical appointment with my mom.2. Finding a book (The Swedish Art of Again Exuberantly by Margareta Magnusson)3. A listener's messageEach of these experiences reiterated to me that wisdom is all around us if we're open to hearing it.Whether in a podcast, a book, a group chat or a personal experience, just listening to the whispers around us can help us tweak a habit, soften a thought, or even realize the wisdom that we already have.Love,Lorrie xoxoxMentioned in this Episode:Purchase Gladys McGarey's book, The Well-Lived Life: A 102-Year-Old Doctor's Six Secrets to Health & Happiness at Any AgeListen to Gladys McGarey's interviewLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

🎙️ Episode 156 : Mint, Lime & Me — A Juicy Summer RitualThis week, we’re keeping it simple and soul-refreshing. One herb + one fruit = one Me Now moment. 🍃🍈💚 In this episode:Why lime is a cooling, skin-loving beauty in Ayurveda 💧How mint soothes your gut + calms your nervous system ☁️A no-fuss hydration ritual you’ll actually want to doEasy ways to glow up with mint & lime (think mocktails, mini spa vibes, and more)A peek into July’s FREE Salad Challenge 🥗🌿 Ritual Reminder:Start your mornings with mint + lime water. It’s more than a drink — it’s a vibe, a reset, and a tiny revolution in self-care. ✨💌 Join the Salad Challenge + the private Women’s Wellness Community right here.💫 Takeaway Mantra:Easy. Peasy. Minty. Magic. I deserve to feel fresh, nourished, and in flow. 🌿🍋🔗 Discover my Work, my Wisdom and my Why:Click Right HereLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

Welcome to June on the Habit Thrive Podcast, where we're going to be focusing on seasonal self-care habits for women in their "Me Now" years.Today, on Episode #155, we're diving into a beautiful ayurvedic ritual that has supported women's wellness for thousands of years: Abhyanga - the art of warm oil self massage.This grounding, calming, and revitalizing practice affects your entire being.I'm talking deep, deep nourishment for your skin, your mind, and your body.For your skin:- Provides deep hydration and nourishment- Softens rough, dry, sun-exposed skin- Supports elasticityFor your mind:- Promotes calm through rhythmic, grounding strokes- Acts as a moving meditation- Reduces anxiety, irritability, and emotional heat- Helps set the tone for your day (or night)For your body:- Stimulates circulation and lymphatic flow- Aids digestion and detoxification- Supports joint and muscle health- Strengthens immunity and resilienceSo ... grab your coconut oil; some towels; and maybe a nice, sunny spot on the porch ... and let's explore the nourishing and revitalizing art of Abhyanga.Love,Lorrie xoxoxLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

Deep breath in.Long, slow breath out.Repeat.What a crazy, mucky May it has been!As we move into June on the Habit Thrive Podcast, we’re spending Episode #154 today on my #1 breath practice for managing overwhelm and remaining calm.The best thing about this breath practice: You can practically do it anywhere!In fact, I recommend pairing it with some form of movement:Walking - around your yard, along the beach, even laps around your kitchen island!Organizing - picking up and tidying your desk clutter or taking stray socks to the hamperYoga posesStretchesYou may find, after some movement and deep breathing, that you’re more relaxed and ready to settle in to the rest of your day.Love,Lorrie xoxoxLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

Do you ever feel like your mood rides the weather? One sunny day, you're full of energy, motivated, and ready to take on the world.Then, the next day is gray and chilly, and suddenly everything feels a little harder and heavier.If your mood rises and falls with the weather, you're not alone! And there's good news: You don't have to be at the mercy of it.Our routines, habits, and rituals are what are supporting us and grounding us.Today, on Episode #153 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we are looking at how each day of the week contributes to our weekly energy and seasonal balance.Every day has its own rhythm and energy — some of this is cultural, some of it seasonal, and some even rooted in ancient traditions like Ayurveda and astrology.Have you ever truly thought about the energy of a particular day or the difference between the energy that you have on a Monday compared to a Friday compared to a Sunday?Being very present with this energy can help you feel better in the moment, regardless of what you - or the weather - is doing.Starting your week with intention, rolling into momentum and action, maintaining balance and setting the flow for your week are key in keeping this seasonal energy going.Notice what each day brings — not just in your calendar, but in your body and your energy. Use the habits we talk about today as invitations, not obligations.Soak up the sunny days. And, when it's gray or rainy - be your own sunshine!Love,Lorrie xoxoxLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

Spring finally feels like it has arrived!We have moved away from the mucky middle and broken through to the wonderful spring season we have been waiting for.Only, now, many of us find ourselves trying to hurry spring along to summer.Spring naturally brings energy.In Ayurveda - and nature itself - spring is a time of renewal and growth.We go from the heavy, inward energy of winter to a bursting outward “do more, move more” energy.That’s beautiful … but it can also be overwhelming.This time of year, I often hear my clients say: “I am way behind this year … I feel like I have to catch up … There’s so much to do, and I don’t know where to start.”So, why are we feeling hurried or rushed? Where are we going? Where else do we need to be other than right here in this present moment?There is a benefit to each stage (and season) that we go through in every aspect of our lifeToday, on Episode #152 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, I’m sharing my top 5 simple ways to stay mindful in the spring rush.Start with your breathDo one thing at a timeUse nature as a reminder to slow downSet realistic spring expectations (and lower your expectations)Bookend your day with gratitude and calmInstead of rushing spring, try being in the moment of spring. Being engaged in spring. Rushing through spring without awareness can lead to burnout, frustration and even being disconnected from the joy of this season.Love,Lorrie xoxoxLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

Picture this, Habit Thrivers:It's Saturday morning, spring is in the air, and the spring cleaning bug has bitten.With a look of determination and a handful of trash bags, you open the spare bedroom/garage/closet, put your hands on your hips, and say:Look at all of this crap...You've been there, right?I sure have.Today, on Episode #151 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we are discussing how to use an Ayurvedic perspective to eliminate decluttering shame and really embrace who we really are.No matter if you are a Vata, Pitta or Kapha woman, we all have our strengths and weaknesses - and it's no different when it comes to dealing with the clutter in our lives.The Vata woman feels overwhelmed by clutter. She starts in one place, gets distracted by another project or a memory, and ends up with a handful of unfinished piles.The Pitta woman hates clutter. She's irritated by it (and anyone who gets in her spring-cleaning way). She is so focused and determined on decluttering that she dismisses and misses out on other opportunities while she dives into her decluttering mission.The Kapha woman feels an emotional pull to her clutter. She has a hard time letting things go, because her emotions are tied to those objects. She may take one look at the messy drawer or closet and be instantly stuck.But, while understanding our Dosha helps us understand what keeps us stuck on clutter, it can also help us move past our limitations, embrace who we are and make new progress.So join me today, and find out what decluttering approaches speak directly to the woman you already are.Love,Lorrie xoxoxMentioned in this episode:Take the Banyan Botanicals Dosha QuizLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond

Are you feeling a little socially rusty?Sometimes, we can feel like we're in a social rut after the winter season.In addition, our social circles naturally shrink as we get older, making our "Me Now" years sometimes even more of a challenge when it comes to social gatherings.But we can make these years more fulfilling by just getting out there and connecting a little more.Today, on Episode #150 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're going to discuss why socializing feels harder when we get older, why spring is an amazing time to sharpen our social skills habits, and how we can use a cue-routine-reward approach to make little changes that achieve big results.So, relax and join me today on this journey into a spring and summer full of social situations.After all, joy multiplies when shared!Lorrie xoxoxLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & BeyondLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond