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Self-care
Self-care is more than a buzzword—it’s a commitment to honoring your body, mind, and spirit. In this category, you’ll find practical, heart-centered guidance on building sustainable self-care routines that truly nourish you. From stress relief and better sleep to emotional support and seasonal wellness, these posts help you create rituals that support healing and balance. Explore how intentional self-care can become a foundation for living well and showing up fully in your life.


The Detox System No One Talks About: How to Know When Your Lymph Is Overwhelmed
Your body is wise. If your lymphatic system feels overwhelmed, it’s not failing, it’s communicating. The question is: are we listening?
Shannon Smith
Jul 243 min read
Breathe Better, Live Better: Why Proper Breathing Matters for Your Mind, Muscles, and Mood
Most of us take around 20,000 breaths a day, but very few are truly aware of how we breathe, and how much it matters. At Intention...
Shannon Smith
Jun 152 min read
How Often Should You Get a Massage? A Guide Based on Your Lifestyle and Goals
When it comes to massage therapy, one of the most common questions I hear is: “How often should I come in?” The answer isn’t...
Shannon Smith
May 242 min read
Stillness with Purpose: The Science-Backed Benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation
At Intention Wellness at SUN Therapy, I believe healing begins with presence. In lives that demand constant motion, mindfulness and...
Shannon Smith
May 243 min read
Rest as Medicine: The Science of Sleep and Why It Matters for Healing
At Intention Wellness at SUN Therapy, I honor sleep as sacred and essential for healing, supported by science, shaped by compassion. In...
Shannon Smith
May 233 min read
Spring Reset: Detox Your Body and Mind with Massage and Movement
After the stillness and heaviness of winter, spring invites us to wake up, shake off what’s no longer serving us, and begin again. At...
Shannon Smith
May 203 min read
The Connection Between Flexibility and Emotional Well-being
Have you ever stretched your body and suddenly felt a wave of emotion, relief, release, or even unexpected tears? That’s not random. Our...
Shannon Smith
May 182 min read
Why Your Self-Care Routine Isn’t Working , And How to Fix It with Bodywork
You light a candle. You take a bath. Maybe you even journal or go to yoga. Yet, something still feels off. If your self-care routine...
Shannon Smith
May 163 min read
Living with Intention
Take a moment and think about the last time you put all of your attention and energy into your well-being. Where you prepared and ate...
Shannon Smith
Apr 252 min read
A Little Preparation Can Make Your Family Healthier
Are you constantly feeling stressed? Do you get sick frequently? Are you running from work to the gym, to the next activity and grabbing...
Shannon Smith
Apr 14 min read
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