Bree M- Health and Wellness

Happy Saturday, babes . I’ve been a social butterfly since I was a child, and I’ve done my best to respect our current situation, adapting to the ever-changing rules and guidelines. But until last night, I didn’t realize how long it had been since I was able to feel uninhibited joy, lightness, and physical connectedness with my loved ones. To be able to laugh or hug without worrying about putting others at risk, is something I haven’t experienced in almost a year . These ...are beyond challenging times that will have long-lasting effects for most of us, some that will stay with us for the remainder of our journey, but it’s essential for our wellbeing, to try to focus on the important things in life: connectedness, gratitude, empathy, love and inner peace. I wish I could say that spending time with my loved ones generated that sense of peace, but it wasn’t without that nagging worry that I may be putting them and myself at risk. This is something we will be living with (and hopefully managing) for the foreseeable future, but for the sake of our mental, social, and physical health, we have to get creative and take care of each other, especially with the holidays coming . I will continue to do my part to prevent this terrible situation from escalating any further, but I will also be doing what I can to help anyone and everyone in need of connection, support and love. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you’re in need and we will get creative and find a way to weather this storm together See more

Happy Friday, babes . This week has been tough for so many reasons, and many of us are feeling the weight. We’re worried about what’s to come, grieving for the things we’ve lost, and frustrated by all of the inconsistencies and uncertainty of our present circumstances. I feel you and I’m with you on all of the above . My approach for coping throughout this challenging time is to focus my attention and energy towards the elements of my life (internal and external) that I c...an control, and practicing gratitude for all of the abundance and blessings I have . One of the best ways to change my perspective and energy from doomsday stress mode to hopeful optimism is by awakening my inner child. This could be accomplished by something so simple as watching a Disney movie or putting on my pink tutu and having a dance party. So if you’re feeling overwhelmed and like you have the weight of the world in your back, try playing a game you used to love, or putting on an uplifting song and singing at the top of your lungs. Believe me, embracing your 10-year-old selves might be exactly what we all need right now . @tinoberardi See more

Today’s the big day! . The @officialhustleandfit Multipurpose Duffle Bag is finally here, and to make things even sweeter, the first 30 people get a special launch day sale price! . This is not just your average duffel bag. Think of it as the ultimate gym bag-meets-briefcase, but with street cred...AND...it has versatile straps that can be carried as a duffle OR a backpack ... . Check out their page and grab yours at the special price before they’re gone! See more

Happy Thursday, babes . I’ve been taking a little social hiatus to focus on my personal health and wellness journey, but I wanted to let you guys know about an amazing product launching in 2 weeks! . @officialhustleandfit is launching their first Multipurpose Duffle bag for all of your fitness, professional and day-to-day carrying needs. Not only is it super chic and versatile (clearly aesthetics are my primary focus ), but it’s got dedicated compartments for your meal pr...ep, laptop, and even your not-so-fresh post-workout gear . Aside from offering a super innovative product, the company’s founder, David, is such a genuine, ambitious, knowledge-driven guy with a serious passion for fitness and wellness. I did my first-ever interview with David back in April (link in my bio) and I learned all about his journey from finance to fitness and his plans to help revolutionize the industry . Can’t wait to celebrate the big launch! DM for more info on how you can get your hands on one of these babies before they’re gone See more

The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera. Dorothea Lange . These are a couple of my favourite pics from my shoot with @tinoberardi In the past, I wouldn’t have been caught dead with my hair natural, no makeup, and in a close-up profile picture like this! I would’ve felt so exposed, vulnerable, insecure...but he made me feel comfortable and safe, and somehow, seeing the finished products, I feel more accepting and at peace with being ...exposed and vulnerable. . Photography is a beautiful art form that can have such a profound impact on how we see the world, each other and ourselves. If we don’t concern ourselves so much with perfection and curating perfect images, we can learn to appreciate the beautiful perfection that comes from being raw and exposed in our uniqueness and our flaws See more