For many people, holiday food is synonymous with weight gain. Although research has found that the average person gains only one to two pounds from late November to early January, there’s often a fear of gaining more. This fear is certainly understandable since many holiday food dishes are higher in calories and fat. Plus, since they’re generally only available for […]
Here is another beautiful quote: “Realize that NOW, in this moment, you have more than enough. It’s okay to have dreams, it’s okay to aspire to grow, to learn, to evolve, and to achieve big things.” ~Luminita D. Saviuc To recap, in Part One I discussed how to interrupt the habit by being mindful. In Part Two, I discussed affirming
I love this quote: “The truth is we are constantly trying to fix and improve things that are not directly in our control. The more we try, the more exhausted and helpless we feel” ~Orly Levy In Part One, I discussed interrupting the habit by being mindful and fully present in the moment. In being mindful of the patterns of
Ever sit on the edge of your bed or lie awake at night thinking about your life? Have you done enough? Have you reached your full potential? Are you fulfilling your life’s purpose? Why don’t you have life figured out by now? If so – you are most definitely not alone. “An effective way to prevent anxious thoughts from arising
As more people recognize that wellness is more than just fitness, they will increasingly demand someone who can meet all health needs. Many people are looking for more than just a workout. They want accountability and help making significant lifestyle changes. Wellness Coach vs Personal Trainer – Key Differences Earlier this year, I made the switch from personal trainer to
Wellness is not the latest trend or buzzword, though many people have probably seen it splashed around in marketing and often used in the context of health. Although used interchangeably at times, health and wellness have different meanings. Health: “…a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” – The World
When you were younger, did you believe that once you finished college, you would find the job of your dreams and live happily ever after? Did you discover, through the grueling hours of schoolwork and ruinous student loan debt, that you found happiness in a job that probably isn’t related to your degree? Sometimes we get things backwards, and discover
I believe many of us are familiar with the recommendations for living a healthy life. They go something like this: Eat well Get ‘enough’ sleep Engage in physical activity daily (or multiple times weekly) Self-care Sounds simple, right? Then why are so many people unhealthy? A huge reason is that life gets in the way. We have careers, families, responsibilities,
Do you “go” every day? You should. I lean towards being a natural practitioner with a focus on prevention and healing, so I’m always curious about what the body is telling us before illness manifests. Not being able to move your bowels for one day is nothing to worry about. Two days of constipation is uncomfortable, but not terrible. By
Are you a ‘morning person’? Do you wake-up each day, excited and energetic about your day? Many of us are not that chipper in the morning without several cups of coffee. *SIDE NOTE* I do not drink coffee. I am also not a chipper morning person. I wake-up and move…but more on that in a sec. How does one wake