I chose the word “swellness” because it’s well…

S (Sandi) + wellness. How convenient. But also swell is such a fun word as it can be a :

• verb - to increase in volume or size or intensity, even physical growth

• noun - a gradual increase in size, such as a wave

• adjective - meaning excellent, great or impressive

Turning 50 launched me into a new phase of life accompanied by major changes, some not so “swell” but maybe you can relate to some of these: 

• sustained a significant injury, giving me compassion for those who have sustained injury recovery.

• closed my business which left me floating like at the end of Pixar’s, Finding Nemo, when the aquarium fish are in baggies floating in Sydney Harbor and they say “Now what?”

• became a “bird launcher” (AKA empty nester).

• embarked on the new journey of life trying to understand and experience menopause.

• sold our family house of 20 years and uprooted from the beach to the mountains.

• began to split my time between Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest.

• explored my interests in wellness, longevity, menopause, breath work, neuroscience, etc.

  Now I feel compelled to share what I’ve been learning and provide some tools and support to those who might relate to my story. I have been interested in wellness since my teens as I explored fitness and then yoga. It’s a very wide topic and more than just nutrition and exercise. With so much information floating around out there, my intention is to focus on a topic for 4-5 weeks and hopefully shed light and meaning for you as they strike your interests as well. Let’s have fun!!!! I look forward to exploring with you.

  Be Swell,

  Sandi