September is a threshold month. The hum of summer still lingers in the air, but the light softens, evenings cool, and mornings whisper that change is coming. This shift carries a quiet power. For many, it feels more significant than January because September arrives with rhythm, structure, and the invitation to begin again. We’ve worked hard all year. We’ve stretched ourselves thin, poured our energy outward, and we ran fast through the heat of summer. September arrives not a

How pairing berries with the right foods unlocks a whole world of benefits for your body and mind By Jennifer Youngren, NDTR Berries have always been a part of my kitchen. In summer, I keep bowls of fresh blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries out where my kids can see them. In winter, I rely on frozen berries for smoothies, oatmeal, and even savory salads. We all know berries are “good for us” — they are famous for being antioxidant powerhouses. I even wrote a full artic

By Jennifer Youngren, NDTR A reflection on clarity, nourishment, and the choice to feel good tomorrow. When the Morning Feels Like a Cost This isn’t about being sober or not. It’s about honoring the body—its metabolism, skin, nervous system, and moods—and recognizing when alcohol supports connection versus when it compromises clarity. You are no longer using alcohol to escape. You're choosing it consciously—with your health, beauty, and healing in mind. If you’ve ever woken u