The importance of movement for your health and happiness

I am deeply grateful for my body — for its memory, resilience, and for every opportunity I have to move and exercise. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on how the perimenopause years have a surprising similarity to puberty. Both are times of change, transformation, and rediscovery of who we are in our bodies.

When I was a teenager, I loved going to aerobics classes with my friends and dancing at school. Movement was joyful, social, and effortless. Today, even though I live in a different country and don’t have the same circle of friends by my side, I’ve found new ways to bring that same energy back into my life.

Finding Joy in Movement Again

Recently, I started doing cardio and dance sessions on a rebounder (mini trampoline). I wanted to find something that would keep me moving during the colder winter months — something that felt playful yet energizing. Adding this simple practice to my daily routine has made a big difference in how I feel, both physically and emotionally.

When we’re children, we jump non-stop and shake our bodies without overthinking it. That spontaneous movement supports the body’s natural balance and vitality. Rebounding, in particular, stimulates the lymphatic system — the network responsible for clearing waste and maintaining fluid balance. It’s one of those gentle yet powerful exercises that helps our bodies do what they’re designed to do.

And if you don’t have a rebounder? Just a few minutes of jumping or playful movement on the floor can bring similar benefits. There’s no single “right” way to exercise. Bio individuality

matters — what works for one person might not work for another. My invitation to you is to find the kind of movement that feels good, makes you smile, and helps you reconnect with yourself.

The Power of Habit and Openness to Change

Every day, I’m thankful for the discipline I developed as a child. Habits are formed through repetition — small actions done consistently over time. As adults, it can be more challenging to create new habits or to say yes to change, but that’s where growth happens.

When we open our minds and bodies to new possibilities, we often discover a whole new world within ourselves — a world full of vitality, strength, and joy. Movement, in any form, is one of the most powerful ways to reconnect with that inner world and nurture our overall well-being.

What type of movement makes you feel alive and connected to your body?