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Whatâs Next For Wellness At Events: Predictions For The Months Ahead
Sep 25, 2025
Top 2025 Trends For Energizing Attendees and Elevating Experiences in Maui and Beyond
Planning a corporate event, conference, or retreat in Hawaii? Whether you're hosting in Maui, OÊ»ahu, or any other island, one thing is clear: event wellness is no longer a luxury itâs a must-have.
In fact, according to a 2025 industry report from Caeser's Entertainment, events that integrate wellness see:
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â Up to 25% higher attendee satisfaction
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â NPS scores 15â20 points higher than traditional formatsÂč
As a Conference & Event Wellness Expert based in Maui, Iâve supported events across the Hawaiian islands and Iâve seen firsthand how intentional wellness experiences turn good events into unforgettable ones.
So whatâs next for corporate wellness in Hawaii?
Here are the trends Iâm watching and how you can use them to energize your attendees, reduce burnout, and create impact that lasts long after the lei comes off.
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Why Wellness Matters More Than Ever at Hawaii Events
Hosting yo...
What If 3 Minutes Could Fix Your Conference Energy Crash?
Sep 21, 2025
How Micro-Movement Breaks Boost Focus, Engagement, and Well-Being at Events and Work
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Why Coffee Isnât the Fix
After 20 years in wellness, Iâve learned something most event planners and team leaders donât hear enough:
â You donât always need more coffee.
đ§ Your body often just needs a reset.
At conferences, retreats, and high-performance meetings, Iâve seen the same pattern over and over again. Energy drops. Eyes glaze over. Attendees start checking their phones or leaving the room. Not because the content is boring but because humans werenât designed to sit and absorb information all day.
This is why I created the Power Pause Method:Â a science-backed, body-friendly reset you can do in under 3 minutes, without a yoga mat, outfit change, or awkward ice-breakers.
Whether youâre planning an event or powering through a long workday, hereâs why the Power Pause works and how you can start using it right now.
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The Hidden Problem At Conferences And Events
When intentional movem...
The 3 Minute Fix For The After Lunch Slump
Sep 17, 2025
Conference & Event Wellness Tips for Planners and Meeting Designers
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Afternoon fatigue, often called the after-lunch slump or postprandial somnolence can drain energy from even the best-planned event.
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A 3-minute guided movement and breathing break re-energizes attendees, improves information retention, and protects event ROI.
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Event planners can easily integrate these micro-breaks into agendas without cutting speaker time.
- Watch this week's episode of the Movement, Mind, & Meaning podcast that goes deep into this here
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What Is the After-Lunch Slump?
Event professionals know the pattern: the clock strikes two, and attention dips.
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Post-meal blood-flow shift: more blood goes to the digestive system, less to the brain.
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Carbohydrate spike and crash: high-carb lunches lead to a rapid rise and fall of blood sugar.
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Natural circadian dip: most humans experience a low-alertness phase about 6â8 hours after waking.
This âfood coma,â technically ...
The Biggest Event Wellness Myths (& What's Actually True)
Sep 12, 2025
If you're planning a corporate event, retreat, or conference and think wellness is a ânice-to-haveâ... this oneâs for you.
As a conference wellness expert Iâve worked with lots of event planners, DMCs, and corporate teams to create energized, focused, and truly unforgettable event experiences.
And in that time, Iâve noticed a pattern some big myths about wellness at events that just wonât die.
Whether youâre organizing a high-level leadership summit or a multi-day conference on Maui, these outdated beliefs might be quietly sabotaging your attendeesâ experience.
Letâs set the record straight and help you build better, more human-centered events that leave people feeling energized, not drained.
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Myth #1: Wellness is optional, not essential
Why this is misleading:
Sitting for hours triggers stress in the body and brain. Circulation slows, posture collapses, and energy plummets, all of which impacts attention and focus.
Weâre asking people to absorb information, engage, and conne...
Happiness Isn't Random, It's A Daily Practice
Sep 10, 2025
Happiness Isnât Random, Itâs a Daily Practice: Why Movement, Mind, and Meaning Matter
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Happiness isnât luck. Itâs a practice built through daily habits.
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The 3 essential ingredients are Movement, Mind, and Meaning.
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Small, consistent shifts create energy, focus, and fulfillment in everyday life.
- Watch this week's episode of the Movement, Mind, and Meaning podcast that goes deep into this here
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What does it mean that happiness is a daily practice?
Happiness is not something that just âhappens.â
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Itâs shaped by the choices you make daily.
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Your body, thoughts, and sense of purpose play equal roles.
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Practicing happiness means aligning small habits with what fuels joy and presence.
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Why is movement essential for happiness?
Movement is the foundation of vitality.
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Movement is medicine: boosts energy, mood, and brain function.
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Posture is presence: the way you sit or stand changes confidence and focus.
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Small shifts, big impa...
The Future Of Event Design Is Human 1st
Sep 03, 2025
If youâve ever tried to hold a roomâs attention after lunch on Day 2 of a corporate event or conference, you know the struggle is real.
People are slumped in their chairs. Theyâre scrolling their phones. Youâre watching their energy drain⊠even during your best sessions.
This isnât an engagement issue. Itâs a wellness design issue.
And itâs time we talk about the shift thatâs redefining how we structure our events.
Wellness isnât a bonus anymore. Itâs the backbone of great event engagement.
Weâre finally moving away from checking the wellness box with one morning yoga class or a smoothie station.
Now, leading event organizers are asking:
How do we keep our attendees energized, focused, and mentally present all day long?
The answer lies in science-backed, human-centered strategies that support people as whole humans â not just passive listeners.
And yes, the key is movement.
The Science Behind Movement At Events:
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Sitting decreases oxygen intake and circulation, sen
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Why Sitting Is Silently Sabotaging Your Event
Aug 28, 2025
The Day My Arms Went Numb and What It Taught Me About Conference Wellness
Why short movement breaks could be the key to more successful events (and healthier attendees)
As a seasoned personal trainer, yoga instructor, and conference wellness expert, I thought I understood what wellness meant. Stretch, move, breathe, repeat. But one day while learning to box my arms went completely numb. Not from overtraining or injury, but from poor posture I didnât even realize I was holding.
That wake-up call became the foundation for everything I teach today in the world of conference and event wellness.
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đ§ From Fitness to Focus: A New Wellness Paradigm
We often think of wellness as a scheduled workout or a long yoga session, but hereâs what Iâve learned after 20 years in the field: your posture, breath, and energy are shaping how you think, feel, and lead all day long.
Especially at conferences, retreats, and corporate events, the toll of sitting for hours can be brutal:
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Circulation
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The 2-Minute Fix For The 2PM Slump (That Event Planners Love)
Aug 20, 2025
If youâve ever planned a full-day conference or retreat, youâve seen it happen:
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Morning sessions = buzzing energy.
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Afternoon = glazed eyes, slouching, and a disappearing audience.
The dreaded 2PM slump.
Especially in beautiful destinations like Maui, where warm weather and jetlag add extra layers of fatigue, keeping attendees focused and engaged throughout the day is no small feat.
But here's the good news:
Thereâs a simple, science-backed solution and it only takes minutes.
đŁ Whatâs Causing the Afternoon Slump?
At most events, attendees are sitting for long stretches, taking in a ton of information, socializing during breaks, and trying to stay alert through it all. Add in rich food, poor posture, and stuffy rooms, and youâve got the perfect storm for disengagement.
This is especially true at Maui conferences and retreats, where the setting is dreamy, the days are packed, and the desire to sneak away to the beach is very real.
So how do you keep everyone present, focused, a...
Sleeping Booty & Stress Loops: The Hidden Costs Of Ignoring Your Story
Aug 06, 2025
The Power Of Your Origin Story: Why It Matters in Business & Branding
As an event professional, youâre no stranger to pressure. Tight timelines, long days on your feet, and the nonstop need to deliver flawless experiences.
But while youâre focused on everyone elseâs needs, your own well-being, presence, and personal story often get left behind.
Thatâs where the power of storytelling and simple wellness strategies like posture resets and movement breaks come in.
In this post, youâll discover how sharing your origin story and using techniques like Power Pauses can reduce stress, prevent burnout, and help you lead your events with calm, clarity, and confidence.
I'm willing to bet you're constantly juggling timelines, people, and pressure. And one thing that often gets overlooked? Yourself.
Your origin story isnât just a personal anecdote, itâs a powerful way to connect with clients, vendors, and your audience. It builds trust, makes you memorable, and reinforces your why.
For me,...
Why Everyone Zones Out After Lunch (And What Smart Event Planners Do About It)
Jul 30, 2025
đ§ TL;DR:
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Sitting too long kills focus. Movement boosts clarity and keeps attendees engaged.
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The post-lunch slump isnât about willpower â itâs about biology. Energizer breaks reset the brain.
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Hosting a conference on Maui, Hawaii? Wellness movement breaks can turn âdown timeâ into your most productive moments and I can help!
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Why Do People Feel So Drained After Lunch at Conferences Or Events?
Because sitting for hours kills your brain's power switch. Hereâs whatâs really happening:
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Sitting slows circulation. Your blood flow drops, so oxygen to your brain does too. Less oxygen = more yawning, less thinking.
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Digestion diverts energy. After eating, your body shifts energy to your gut â not your brain.
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Focus fatigue sets in. Staring at slides, staying silent, and absorbing info burns mental energy fast
Thatâs not âboredom.â Thatâs biology.
Enter your solution: Power Pause Movement Breaks! These short movement and breathing breaks reset energy, boo...