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You know that match where nothing feels comfortable? The other team does not look that much stronger. Their shots are not all winners. They are not overpowering you. Still, you keep feeling late, rushed, off-balance, or unsure. One ball is deep. The next one floats. Then comes a soft angle. Then a sudden speed-up. That is not luck. That is controlled unpredictability. Being unpredictable in pickleball does not mean taking wild chances or hitting random shots. It means giving

There comes a point when your life starts telling on you. Not through a dramatic breakdown. Not always through a major ending. Sometimes it shows up as constant irritation, a tight chest, snapping at small things, dreading certain conversations, or feeling exhausted before the day even begins. That frustration is not random. That resentment is not proof that something is wrong with you. It is often a signal that something in your life is no longer aligned with who you are, wh

You’re tired. Not just “I need a good night’s sleep” tired. The deeper kind. The kind that comes from carrying too much for too long. Your mind is always running. Your schedule is full before the day even begins. People need answers, decisions, help, attention, rides, meals, emotional support, follow-up, and more from you. Somewhere along the way, your own needs got pushed to the bottom of the list. From the outside, you may look like you’re managing just fine. Inside, you’re

Lori's Wellness Loft Labor Day // Sept 2026 A Season for Stillness & Recovery Honor the pause. Invest in yourself. Labor Day is traditionally a marker of transition—a boundary between busy summer days and the momentum of autumn. Lori Flickinger invites you to honor this holiday not by filling your calendar, but by pausing to reflect on where you are, what you are navigating, and how you choose to care for your mind and body. Special Labor Day Challenge Reserve your compliment

✨ Feeling stuck, uncertain, or frustrated with where you are? Sometimes you know you want something to change… you just don’t know what needs to change first. Maybe you’re dealing with: • Repeating the same relationship patterns • Feeling stuck in your career or life direction • Struggling with confidence or self-worth • Knowing you want more but not knowing what’s next • Feeling like something is holding you back from moving forward That’s where my Coach & Clear sessions com

This is the Wellness Shot I Swear By After 40 🌿 Is it just me, or did turning 40 come with a whole new vocabulary for your body? Suddenly, you wake up and something hurts. Your knees are talking. Your hips are stiff. Your back doesn’t love you anymore. You work out and it takes three days to recover instead of one. And those little aches and pains that you used to ignore? They’re suddenly asking for your attention. For me, being active is not optional. I love pickleball, st

The Wellness Shot I Swear By After 40 🌿 Is it just me, or did turning 40 come with a whole new vocabulary for your body? Suddenly, you wake up and something hurts. Your knees are talking. Your hips are stiff. Your back doesn’t love you anymore. You work out and it takes three days to recover instead of one. And those little aches and pains that you used to ignore? They’re suddenly asking for your attention. For me, being active is not optional. I love pickleball, strength tr

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When I pulled this card today, it stopped me in my tracks. “Each thought is an investment that pays immediate dividends… choose your thoughts wisely.” There was a time in my life when I truly believed life was happening to me. Every setback felt personal. Every closed door felt like rejection. Every challenge felt like proof that something was going wrong. Looking back, I can see that my thoughts were shaping the way I experienced my life. Not because I could magically contro

✨ Expand Your Skills. Renew Your Passion. Earn Your CEU Credits. ✨ I’m excited to be offering three NCBTMB-approved continuing education courses designed to help healthcare and wellness professionals expand their knowledge, sharpen their skills, and create even greater healing for those they serve. 🌿 Reiki Level I – Learn the foundations of energy healing and how to begin incorporating Reiki into your practice. ✨ Reiki Level II – Deepen your Reiki knowledge with advanced tec

✨ What Our Advanced Beginner Players Had to Say… ✨ There is nothing more rewarding than watching confidence grow—one point at a time. 💚 Here’s what some of my amazing Advanced Beginner Clinic students shared about their experience: 🏓 “I finally understand strategy instead of just hitting the ball.” 🏓 “I feel so much more confident walking onto the court.” 🏓 “The drills were fun, challenging, and easy to apply in games.” 🏓 “Lori explains things in a way that just clicks!”

I just listened to a podcast that hit me right in the heart. It reminded me that so many of the struggles we face as adults didn’t start with us. The self-doubt. The people-pleasing. The fear of failure. The constant need to prove ourselves. These are often patterns that have been passed down through generations until someone decides to break the cycle. That’s why I’m so passionate about the work I do. As a mindset coach, I don’t just help people set goals—I help them uncover

How many times have you told yourself... "I'll start after vacation.""When work slows down.""When the kids are back in school.""When life isn't so crazy." Here's the truth... That "perfect time" never comes. While you're waiting, your body is getting tighter. Your stress is building. Your energy is fading. Those little aches become chronic pain. Your mobility decreases. Your mind stays stuck in survival mode instead of thriving. The longer you wait, the harder your body has t