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Motivation: Food Is Medicine 2026 Cooking Demo

April 14, 2026

What you eat every day can influence inflammation, energy, metabolism, and long-term health. In today’s #MondayMotivation, Dr. Palermo explores how different foods and food substances affect the body and why nutrition remains one of the most powerful tools we have to support wellness. Chronic disease continues to impact millions of Americans, but part of the solution may be closer than we think. Emerging research shows that food can play a meaningful role in both preventing and managing disease. The right ingredients can help support healing, reduce inflammation, and improve overall health often in ways that are practical, sustainable, and deeply satisfying. If you’ve ever wanted a clearer, more approachable way to understand how food affects the body, this event is for you. Don’t delay, these classes have been selling...

What You Need to Know About Thyroid Health

April 7, 2026

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Motivation with Dr. Fletcher Fatigue, brain fog, weight changes, or feeling “off”? Your thyroid could be part of the story. In this week's Motivation, Dr. Fletcher discusses thyroid disease and how testing for hypothyroidism can help uncover what’s really going on beneath the surface. The thyroid may be small, but it has a major impact on your body, affecting energy, metabolism, mood, temperature regulation, and more. When thyroid hormones fall out of balance, symptoms can be subtle, confusing, and often overlooked. Learn More about our upcoming Thyroid Health Yoga & Learn Workshop. This session is designed to help you better understand your body and what to do when something feels off. Reserve Your Spot What You’ll Learn How the thyroid regulates energy, metabolism, and overall health Common signs and symptoms of...

Yoga and Learn thyroid health event at Thrive Carolinas

Yoga & Learn: Understanding Thyroid Health

March 31, 2026

Monday Motivation, Motivation

Over 12% of Americans have thyroid disease, and many do not even know it. The thyroid may be small, but it has a major impact on how you feel every day. From energy and metabolism to mood, digestion, and temperature regulation, this small gland plays a powerful role in overall health. Yoga & Learn: Understanding Thyroid Health Join Thrive for an informative evening focused on thyroid health and what happens when thyroid hormones fall out of balance. If you have ever struggled with fatigue, weight changes, brain fog, mood shifts, hair thinning, or temperature sensitivity, your thyroid may be an important part of the conversation. This class is designed to give you a practical, approachable overview of how the thyroid works and why it matters. Reserve Your Spot What You’ll Learn ...

Redefining Yourself Through Life Changes

March 24, 2026

Monday Motivation, Motivation

It’s finally spring—a season of rejuvenation, renewal, and new beginnings. As the world begins to come back to life, it’s a meaningful time to reflect on your own growth and the ways you may be evolving, too. Redefining Yourself Through Life Changes A workshop with Dr. Franny Life transitions can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves. Whether change comes through relationships, work, family, health, aging, or simply entering a new season of life, it can be difficult to recognize who we are in the middle of it all. But redefining yourself does not require a dramatic reinvention. More often, it begins with small, intentional shifts in how you think, respond, and move forward. As Leo Tolstoy reminds us, “True life is lived when tiny changes occur.” In this thoughtful and encouraging...

Motivation: Mediterranean Diet Cooking

March 17, 2026

Monday Motivation, Motivation, Uncategorized

In this week's Motivation, Dr. Fletcher discusses the Mediterranean Diet and its impact on gut health. A healthy gut plays a central role in digestion, immune function, inflammation, metabolism, and overall well-being. The Mediterranean Diet is one of the most well-studied eating patterns in the world because it is both effective and sustainable. It emphasizes real food, healthy fats, fiber-rich produce, quality proteins, and flavorful ingredients that support the body over time. If you have ever wondered how to eat healthier without feeling restricted, this event is for you. Mediterranean Diet Cooking Demonstration Learn how to eat for gut health, energy, and long-term wellness, without sacrificing flavor. Join Thrive Carolinas on March 31 from 6:00–7:30 PM for an engaging evening centered around one of the world’s most respected and research-backed...

Dr. Palermo discussing menopause and hormone replacement therapy at Thrive Carolinas

Menopause, Estrogen, and Hormone Replacement Therapy

March 10, 2026

Monday Motivation, Motivation

In this week’s Motivation, Dr. Palermo shares insights into the benefits of estrogen and hormone replacement therapy and why this conversation matters to so many women navigating midlife changes. Menopause is a major transition that can affect nearly every system in the body. While hot flashes and night sweats often get the most attention, changes in estrogen can also influence sleep, mood, energy, metabolism, bone health, vaginal health, and overall quality of life. Understanding what’s happening in the body is the first step toward making informed, confident decisions about your health. If you’re interested in learning more, join us for our upcoming Yoga & Learn: Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy. Learn More and Reserve Your Spot What We’ll Cover This educational session is designed to provide a clear, supportive, and...

Dr. Scott Greenapple talking about Eight Brocades Qi Gong workshop

The Eight Brocades (Ba Duan Jin) — Medical Qi Gong Workshop

March 3, 2026

Monday Motivation, Motivation

#Motivation with Dr. Scott Greenapple The Eight Brocades (Ba Duan Jin) — Medical Qi Gong Workshop Looking for a gentle, evidence-informed way to restore balance, reduce stress, and support long-term wellness? In today’s #MondayMotivation, Dr. Scott Greenapple shares an upcoming workshop featuring The Eight Brocades (Ba Duan Jin)—a renowned medical form of Qi Gong designed to improve the circulation of Qi, regulate the nervous system, and help you feel more steady, calm, and resilient. Ready to join? Register through Mindbody to reserve your spot. Learn More about Scott's Qi Gong Workshop What You’ll Experience The Eight Brocades is one of the most widely practiced medical Qi Gong forms. It uses slow, intentional movements paired with breath and focused awareness to encourage healthy energy flow and whole-body regulation. This is not a...

Harlee Palmer PA discussing Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause

Understanding Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)

February 24, 2026

Monday Motivation, Motivation

Motivation with Harlee Palmer, PA In his weeks, Harlee Palmer discusses Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM), a common but often overlooked result of declining estrogen levels that can significantly impact vaginal and urinary health. Many women experience symptoms during perimenopause and menopause that they assume are simply something they have to tolerate. But discomfort, dryness, irritation, and urinary changes are not issues you have to “just live with.” These changes are real. They’re common. And they are treatable. What Is Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause? GSM is a term used to describe a collection of symptoms that occur when estrogen levels decline, leading to changes in the tissues of the vagina, vulva, and urinary tract. Estrogen plays a critical role in maintaining: Vaginal tissue elasticity and thickness Natural lubrication Healthy pH balance ...

Moving Through Life’s Transitions with Compassion

February 17, 2026

Monday Motivation, Motivation

Motivation with Dr. Franny Change is a constant part of life, sometimes welcome, sometimes unexpected, and often complex. In this week's Motivation, Dr. Franny reflects on life’s transitions and how we can move through them with greater awareness and self-compassion. Transitions can bring uncertainty, grief, excitement, resistance, and growth, all at once. Whether you’re navigating a career shift, relationship change, health journey, or personal milestone, how you approach the transition matters just as much as the change itself. Dr. Franny reminds us that growth doesn’t require force. Often, it requires softness. Navigating Life Changes with Compassion Workshop with Dr. Franny | March 10, 2026 - LEARN MORE Life is shaped by change. In this interactive and reflective class, we’ll explore how to approach transitions with intention, recognizing where we feel resistance...

Dr. Fletcher discussing women’s heart health and estrogen

Heart Health, Estrogen, and the Bigger Picture

February 10, 2026

Monday Motivation, Motivation

Heart Health, Estrogen, and the Bigger Picture In this week's Motivation, Dr. Fletcher discusses heart disease and women’s health, specifically how estrogen plays a critical role in cardiovascular function throughout a woman’s lifespan. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women, yet it’s often misunderstood and under-discussed. One reason is that women’s cardiovascular risk doesn’t always look the same as men’s—and hormonal changes, particularly around menopause, are a major part of that story. Why Estrogen Matters for Heart Health Estrogen has protective effects on the cardiovascular system. It supports healthy blood vessels, influences cholesterol balance, and helps regulate inflammation and blood sugar. As estrogen levels decline during perimenopause and menopause, many women experience shifts that can increase cardiovascular risk. These changes don’t happen overnight, and they’re not caused...

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Motivation: Food Is Medicine 2026 Cooking Demo

What You Need to Know About Thyroid Health

Yoga & Learn: Understanding Thyroid Health

Redefining Yourself Through Life Changes

Motivation: Mediterranean Diet Cooking

Menopause, Estrogen, and Hormone Replacement Therapy

The Eight Brocades (Ba Duan Jin) — Medical Qi Gong Workshop

Understanding Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)

Moving Through Life’s Transitions with Compassion

Heart Health, Estrogen, and the Bigger Picture

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