Hello Reader,

As this year winds down, my heart is full — full of gratitude, full of reflection, and full of awe for the way life unfolds when we say yes to our dreams.

One of the greatest gifts of 2025 was finally bringing to life something I had been imagining for six years:
my very first Vibrant Sage Retreat in Costa Rica.

Seven beautiful souls joined Rob (my husband) and me at Vida Asana for a week of breath, movement, rest, intention setting, laughter, nature, and connection. They were our first — trusting friends, family, and even acquaintances who said yes to something new. For this, I will be forever grateful.

As I guided our group to tap into their inner wisdom, I felt myself doing the same. What kept rising inside me was openness — my heart opening to the people, the experiences, and the quiet alignment happening all around us.

It was magical.
And meaningful.
And deeply human.

But even after all that beauty… fear showed up.
Whispering doubts like:

“What if it’s never this good again?”
“What if this was just luck?”

Yes — even The Vibrant Sage meets self-doubt.

And maybe you’ve felt that too?
When something wonderful happens, but instead of expanding, a part of you contracts… just a little.

This time, though, I recognized the voice.
Fear doing its job — protecting me.​
And instead of letting it stop me, I chose to thank it… pause… breathe… and listen to my heart before stepping forward again.

Because here’s what I know now:

1. Writing this makes me accountable and honest with myself.
2. Every photo and every reflection shared by my guests reminds me that leading from the heart is what creates the magic.
3. And if I stopped now, it would be like letting a flower bloom once and fade — when I’m meant to grow a garden.

So I’m keeping my heart open.
And yes… that means another Vibrant Sage Retreat is coming in 2026.
You — this beautiful community — will be the first to hear details and receive a special offer.

🥥 A Taste of Costa Rica​
The meals at Vida Asana were nourishing, colorful, and made with so much love. To bring a little of that retreat magic into your home this season, here’s a favorite recipe from the kitchen:

👉 RECIPE HERE​

💫 A Reflection for You​
Before we step into the new year, I invite you to pause — not to judge where you “should” be, but to honor where you are.

This year held so much:

✨ Moments of clarity and moments of confusion
✨ Wins that made you feel strong
✨ Challenges that stretched you
✨ Quiet shifts you didn’t notice until later
✨ Encouragement from others — and encouragement you gave yourself

Growth doesn’t always announce itself.
But I promise… you grew.​
In courage, in wisdom, in awareness, in heart.

So before rushing into resolutions or expectations for 2026, ask yourself:

What experience shaped you this year — and how have you quietly become wiser because of it?
What small habits or moments helped you reconnect with your inner sage?

And because we grow best in community, I’d truly love to hear from you.

📣 Reply to this email and share one thing you learned about yourself this year.
I read every message.

If you prefer the social spaces, come say hello — I’m sharing more breath, movement, and inner-wisdom practices on Instagram and Facebook as we wrap up the year.

Let’s walk into 2026 together — grounded, open-hearted, and trusting what’s next.

Pura Vida, with love,
Nancy 💜
The Vibrant Sage

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Nancy Waring is the author of The Vibrant Sage: Arousing Energy for Health and Happiness, and a holistic wellness guide for women navigating midlife and beyond. Through breath, movement, mindful nourishment, and heartful introspection, she helps women reconnect with their energy, confidence, and inner wisdom.

Her approach is rooted in lived experience — not perfection — and in the belief that it’s never too late to feel vibrant, strong, and whole.

Nancy’s work supports women in releasing stuckness, reclaiming self-trust, and creating lives filled with purpose, peace, and authenticity. Whether through her writing, private coaching, or in retreat spaces, she offers calm guidance, compassionate reflection, and tools that lead to lasting transformation.

👉 Discover more at TheVibrantSage.com​

📸 Follow along @Nancy-thevibrantsage

📍 Based in [ Florida ]

📩 Reach out: nancy@fitnessatworkmd.com​