The Cost of Becoming Me is a collection of poems for anyone who has reached a point where the life you were chasing no longer feels like your own. It speaks to the chaos, doubt, and quiet awakening that come with growing up and questioning everything you were told success should look like.
n this episode of the Being Totality podcast, host Renee Lucas and guest Adrianne Lind explore the transformative power of yoga and mindfulness. Adrianne shares her personal journey of healing through yoga after experiencing trauma and loss.
The conversation delves into the importance of forgiveness, the challenges of navigating life’s difficulties, and the role of energy work and sound healing in personal growth. They also discuss the significance of nature and grounding in maintaining balance and well-being, as well as the value of intentional connections and meaningful conversations in fostering a supportive community.
In this conversation, Renee Lucas and Adrianne Lind explore themes of self-discovery, grief, and personal growth through yoga and holistic practices. They discuss the importance of embracing one’s uniqueness, navigating grief, and the journey of self-care and setting boundaries.
The dialogue emphasizes the significance of looking inward and planning for mental well-being, highlighting how these practices can lead to a more fulfilling life.
I am grateful for this conversation with Candy Price about strong bones and Tess Jewell-Larsen Coaching about nervous system regulation. I, Rooted for Care invited and they said yes, and sister, lots of gems were dropped.
Be prepared to jot down notes about nutrition and strength training and we’ll run through a couple of mindfulness practices. Each of us is wildly passionate about our work and brings the commonalities of evidence-based solutions sprinkled with our unique brilliance. #ReclaimCalm #mindfulnessactivist
Full replay on Substack.
Live: Strong Bones, Strong Muscles, Calm Nervous System at Any Age by Adrianne with Rooted for Care™
A recording from Adrianne with Rooted for Care™’s live video
Starting a new year doesn’t mean you need to reinvent yourself. The real work is to return to yourself. When stress builds up—at work, at home, or from carrying too many expectations—you can choose to release tension and move forward with steadiness.
Skip the pressure. Start rooted in care.
Before you set big resolutions or overload yourself with goals, pause and try this simple framework:
Recognize what’s worked—and what hasn’t.
Own your values, not trends.
Organize your energy based on capacity, not outside expectations.
Tend to your routines like a plant you want to keep alive.
These aren’t trends. They are grounding practices that align with the Rooted for Care philosophy of everyday steadiness.
Release the stress you carried from last year.
Stress builds up silently. That’s why it’s essential to check in and create small rituals that help you release tension before it overwhelms you. Try these four steps:
Check in. Notice how your body feels—your breath, your shoulders, your chest.
Activate a tool. Use a short breath practice, a stretch, or an affirmation.
Repattern. Choose one different response today.
Embody the truth: you are already enough.
These steps come directly from the CALM and CARE methods I use with clients: practical, repeatable tools to reset your nervous system and reclaim your calm.
A resource for the year ahead.
If you’d like more structure, my book is a year-long companion:
Choose between hardback, paperback, or digital editions. Available worldwide—including Amazon and Barnes & Noble—or ask your local bookseller to order a copy.
This book gives you 52 accessible practices, one for each week of the year, to help you stay rooted rather than rushed.
Start free with the 3-Day Release Tension When Stress Builds Up Online Course.
If you’re carrying stress from last year, the best place to begin is with a free short program.
Practice guided breathing and gentle desk stretches.
Learn how to release daily tension in just 10 minutes.
Use journaling prompts and affirmations for steady reflection.
Everyone’s recovering from too much food, too many plans, too little sleep.
You feel the crash. Your body says: Slow down.So listen. Tend. Move gently.
5 minutes of stretching
A walk with no phone
Water instead of caffeine
Silence instead of stimulation
You’re not being lazy.
You’re restoring your rhythm.
Let your last gift of the year be presence.
Your nervous system deserves it.
Stay calm during the holidays.
The holiday season can leave your body tense and your mind overstimulated. Rest is not selfish—it’s essential. When stress builds up, your nervous system needs time to release tension and reset. That’s why I created the 5-Day Calm Reset.
Each day includes gentle movement, mindful breathing, and reflection prompts you can do anywhere—even in your chair. These short practices help you reduce stress, restore calm, and carry a steadier rhythm into the new year.
Start the 5-Day Calm Reset now — it’s free and powerful.
For the second year, the UN is commemorating this ancient practice, which has been proven to improve personal well-being and mental health.
“When attention deficiency is so much, meditation is absolutely essential,” Indian spiritual leader Gurudev Ravi Shankar said at an event at UN Headquarters on Friday ahead of World Meditation Day.
Words can be used as weapons, to create self-doubt, and to be cruel. I end conversations that turn unkind. Use affirmations to keep you grounded and aware. Rooted Calm – 400 Affirmations for Everyday Steadiness can help.
The holiday season can be full of invitations, requests, and expectations that leave you drained. Protecting your energy is essential for stress management and nervous system health. One of the simplest tools is language: clear, kind phrases that help you set boundaries without guilt.
Use these ready-to-go phrases to stay grounded, calm, and rooted:
“I won’t be able to make that, but thank you for the invite.”
“I’m doing less this year to honor my health.”
“Let me think about it and get back to you.”
These simple boundary phrases let you decline gracefully while protecting your time, health, and peace of mind.
Why protecting your energy matters.
When stress builds up during the holidays—whether from too many plans, family dynamics, or end-of-year pressure—your nervous system carries the load. Saying “no” is not rude. It’s a way of saying “yes” to your well-being.
Every time you choose one of these phrases, you’re practicing mindful self-care and reinforcing that your energy matters. You’re not being dismissive—you’re being intentional. You’re not rude. You’re rooted.
Practical ways to release stress this season.
Protecting your energy is one part of holiday calm. Pairing clear boundaries with calming practices helps you release tension when stress builds up. Try:
Short breathing practices to reset during busy days.
Gentle stretches between gatherings or errands.
Mindful pauses before saying “yes” to new commitments.
These practices align with the Rooted for Care approach, which combines mindful movement, breathwork, and affirmations to help women feel steadier in their daily lives.
Next step: Join the free 3-Day Release Tension When Stress Builds Up.
If you’d like structured support this holiday season, start with the free 3-Day Release Tension When Stress Builds up. Each day includes short movement or breath practices, journaling prompts, and affirmations that help you release tension in just 10 minutes.
This year, let your words protect your peace. Use these three phrases to honor your boundaries, calm your nervous system, and enter the new year with more energy and steadiness.
I still have three places available for the 12-week CARE Method coaching. Starts in week 3 of Q1 2026.
