The Pause Wellness Blog
Articles, tips & resources from Martha to help you be your best self — for you and those around you.
Finding Balance at Sea
At the end of August, Lee and I took an Alaskan cruise — a trip we’ll never forget. We expected chilly, gray days, but instead we were...
Let Some Habits FALL Away This Season
If you’ve been following me on social media, you’ve probably seen my posts about how what we eat impacts our skin—and really, our whole body. Our...
Where is Your Wellness Wheel Wobbling
August is the perfect time for a tune-up—because a smoother ride starts with balance. We’re in that in-between season—summer’s still...
The Healing Power of a Pet
In 2008, I was 30 and alone.I had just finished grad school, was struggling to find a teaching job, and was working part-time at Sylvan...
My Hashimoto’s Journey: A Reminder To Be Your Own Advocate
I was first diagnosed with Hashimoto’s somewhere around 2012 to 2014. At the time, I was a full-time teacher—stressed out, running on very...
Chasing the Northern Lights
I recently returned from an unforgettable adventure through Canada—a 9-day, 8-airplane journey with one big goal: helping my aunt check the...
Defying the Odds: My Journey from Floppy Baby Syndrome to a Life of Movement
When I was a baby, I was diagnosed with Benign Congenital hypotonia, often called "floppy baby syndrome." This is a condition that causes low...
Busting Common Health Myths
Busting Common Health Myths: What You Really Need to Know When it comes to health and wellness, there’s a lot of misinformation...
3 Unexpected Ways a Weak Pelvic Floor Affects Your Body
. Introduction Did you know that pelvic floor health impacts more than just bladder control? I recently attended a workshop led by a...
Martha’s Current Favorite Recipes
Black Bean Brownies
You will not believe these brownies are made from black beans! This delicious recipe is by Joy Food Sunshine. These brownies contain minimal...
Turkey Chili
I recently made this turkey chili from Two Peas and Their Pod. It is excellent! Not only is it easy to prepare but the cooking is all done by the...
2-Ingredient Protein Candy
You will absolutely LOVE this simple, sweet treat from Nest and Glow. The two ingredients needed, chickpeas and chocolate, makes this dessert easy...
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