A New Year of Service
By Carrie Byrne Putelo Every January, we talk about setting goals that make us healthier, more organized, or more disciplined. But what if one of the most meaningful resolutions we make has nothing to do with improving ourselves and everything to do with showing up for someone else? This month, I am inviting readers to […]
LET’S GO! The Mohawk Valley’s Winter Playbook
By Elizabeth Lemire Snow came early this year – many of us were still raking leaves when a foot of fresh powder arrived to cover them. As I write this, another round of significant snowfall is blanketing the region, closing schools and local businesses while plows hustle to keep up. Snow predictions aren’t always perfect, […]
New Year, New You: Start with the Space That Holds You
By Laura Candella Weimer How simple, intentional shifts can make your home a place where your nervous system rests. The Weight We Carry Into a New Year January arrives with a bright promise yet often lands like a blunt reminder that life doesn’t magically reset because the calendar does. We drag old stress into a […]
Out & About in the Mohawk Valley
Community, conversation, and connection were at the heart of Mohawk Valley Living’s holiday party, with special thanks to our generous sponsors Drs. Nick and Juleen Qandah and CNY Brain & Spine. The evening brought friends, partners, and collaborators together at 72 Tavern & Grill, where beautifully prepared food, festive drinks, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere […]
New Year, New You Recap
As you move through this issue, you will also notice a unique connection behind the scenes. Cristi Kaido, whose work blends wellness coaching, nutrition guidance, and mindful mocktail experiences, has been collaborating closely with Lisa Briggs at Fit Body Boot Camp as they explore new ways to support personal wellness through movement, mindset, and intentional […]
New Year, New You: Sip Smarter, Live Brighter: A Mindful Approach to Wellness in the New Year
By Cristi Kaido When people think about starting fresh, they often imagine big, dramatic changes. New diets, new routines, new rules to follow. But meaningful change rarely begins with extremes. In my experience as a wellness coach, certified nutrition coach, and personal trainer, true transformation happens through small, sustainable habits that come from self-awareness. It […]
New Year, New You: Intention: Your Theme of 2026
By: Alyce Short, LCSW, MBA of Greenhouse Therapy Co. In today’s society, we are obsessed with getting answers. Whether it be from good ol’ Google, or your new AI-chatbot – we all have a search history a mile-long. However the truth remains that some of the most important questions can only be answered by one […]
New Year, New You: Career & Professional Development in 2026
By Stephen Turnbull, Founder – T5 Insurance Services Every January, people step into the new year with good intentions. They buy the planner, clean the office, join the gym, set big goals and still end up frustrated when nothing truly changes. The reason is simple: real professional development starts with one thing most people […]
MVL Food Tour with RoAnn Destito
By Carrie Byrne Putelo There is something about winter in the Mohawk Valley that makes a steaming bowl of something comforting feel like pure joy. And for us, this tour has become a tradition. Our first outing took us across the region on an unforgettable ice cream adventure. The second brought us to orchards and […]
New Year, New You: A Doctor’s Guide to Resetting Your Health in 2026
By Dr. Juleen Qandah, Emergency Physician & MV Living Medical Edito A new year naturally inspires us to refresh our goals, declutter our homes, and reset our routines, but it’s also the perfect time to hit “reset” on your health. Not with trendy cleanses or unrealistic resolutions, but with evidence-based choices that create long-term vitality. […]