#MentalHealthMoments
Mental health moment.
Shhh…

A decent snowfall always transports our resident bucking bronco Polly Jean (PJ) into absolute joyfulness.

Good girl PJ!

We find joy where & when we need it. And boy, do we need it right now.

#mentalhealth #mentalhealthmoments #dogs #peace #joy #happiness
February 21, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Mental health moment.
Shhh…

Take a walk through snowy woods w/ me.

Time spent in nature lowers BP, cortisol & adrenaline levels, & calms prefrontal brain activity which improves mood & sense of well being.

I may be out here until 2028.

#mentalhealth #mentalhealthmoments #friday #peace #nature
January 31, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Just a few weeks ago I got to spend time in one of my most cherished “happy places” - a field of mudpots. I found myself a log perch and just sat and for the longest time. It was wonderful. #Yellowstone #parkchat #mentalhealthmoments
September 24, 2026 at 7:08 AM
Mental health moment.
Shhh…

Have coffee with me at Lewa House in Kenya (esteemed guests join me at 15 seconds). 🦒

Psst: Go see the world, it’s a beautiful place!

#mentalhealth #mentalhealthmoments #giraffes #zebras #kenya #coffee #africa
January 12, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Mental health moment.
Shhh…

As you head out of your busy, stressful week & into your busy weekend, remember that sometimes what you really need is to simply slow down, find a beautiful spot, sit down & just *be* for a while.

It lowers cortisol & BP!

#mentalhealth #mentalhealthmoments #nature
March 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Mental health moment.
Shhh…

My Papa was in the Navy. He died when I was a baby so I don’t have any real memories of him.

But growing up, my Mom taught me one of his sayings: Red skies at night, sailor’s delight.

Wishing you smooth sailing this week!

#mentalhealth
#mentalhealthmoments
#sunset
March 24, 2025 at 11:39 PM
1/2: Mental health moment.
Shhh…

Lions can swim, but they don’t love it.

These youngsters were separated from their Moms by a rain-swollen creek & although grumpy about it, had to face their fears.

Never forget that even lions have to be brave.

#mentalhealth #mentalhealthmoments #lions
January 27, 2025 at 3:51 PM
1/2: Mental health moment.
Shhh…

This is Meatloaf.

He appeared out of the blue last year & is the first Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel we’ve ever seen on Nighthawk Hill.

Now he’s sleeping the winter away deep underground.

Sweet dreams, buddy.

#mentalhealth #mentalhealthmoments #nature #peace
February 2, 2025 at 3:33 PM
🚗 Crying in the car is normal.

If you’ve cried in your car between errands or daycare drop-off, you’re not alone. 

That release is real. That feeling is valid.

#ParentingOverwhelm #PostpartumTruths #QuietConnection #MentalHealthMoments
March 10, 2026 at 10:18 PM
🚗 Crying in the car is normal.

If you’ve cried in your car between errands or daycare drop-off, you’re not alone. 

That release is real. That feeling is valid.

#ParentingOverwhelm #PostpartumTruths #QuietConnection #MentalHealthMoments
November 25, 2025 at 11:18 PM
🚗 Crying in the car is normal.

If you’ve cried in your car between errands or daycare drop-off, you’re not alone. 

That release is real. That feeling is valid.

#ParentingOverwhelm #PostpartumTruths #QuietConnection #MentalHealthMoments
August 5, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Navigating pregnancy brings mental health journeys unique to each woman—prioritizing care & support fosters wellness. 💖 #PregnancyWellness #MentalHealthMoments For gym rats: cutt.ly/XrRdOQVL
July 2, 2025 at 5:53 AM