So you have decided to start your weight loss journey. You have thought long and hard about it, and you are probably feeling excited about your decision. Prepare for some major planning ahead. Everyone living with you likely knows the deal. They know you are serious, and they are all on board (hopefully). No ifs, […]
Should You Share Your Weight Loss Journey With Others? Read More »
It took a while (well ok, years), but I have found that the most common weight loss struggles can be overcome with a little self reflection and some patience. I’m sure you would agree, if you have ever had trouble with losing weight that it can sometimes feel that the entire world is conspiring against
11 Common Weight Loss Struggles and How to Overcome Them Read More »
“Work-life balance was a mistake from the start. Because we don’t really want balance. We want satisfaction.”—Matthew Kelly, author Finding balance is a sticky subject for a lot of people. We have careers, partners, children, family commitments, charity work, classes, hobbies, worship time—plus, big desires to improve our health and wellness. So where do all
Is Finding Balance a Waste of Time? Read More »
At 257 pounds, I didn’t see myself as the person I wanted to be. It was a struggle to see myself as someone who didn’t have a weight issue. There was no doubt in my mind that I had to do things differently. For instance, I knew I had to make healthier food choices in
See Yourself As The Person You Want To Be Read More »
Over a period of years, I began to understand why I hate diets. In fact, I don’t know anyone who has sustained being on a diet long term.
Updated post. When it comes to eating healthy, the emphasis goes beyond just carbs, fat, protein, and calories. It even goes beyond food groups! When you make the conscious decision to start eating healthier foods, it’s important to pay attention to what’s in your food. [convertkit form=1281217] Did you know that the nutritional value of
The Produce You Must Buy Organic Read More »
You’ve probably received many warnings to turn off your phone and other devices. And, you may have even rolled your eyes when you heard said warnings. “Just turn off your phone!” “Why can’t you just switch it off?” “Can’t we just talk to each other?” I mean, can you imagine living without technology? It opens
How to Take a Break from Technology Read More »
Are you doomed to slower reflexes and poor memory as you age? Science says, “not necessarily!” There are countless ways to enhance your cognitive function as you get older. Every person’s brain, like their body, is uniquely different. Most people don’t know this, but your daily habits can affect how your brain functions. From eating
7 Ways to Boost Your Brain Power Read More »
It takes time and effort to take care of your body. No argument here! But it’s incredibly important to find time to exercise. The benefits of exercise are too important to ignore. Yet most of us are too busy to even make time for what we WANT to do, let alone find time to create
6 Exercise Tips for Busy Women Read More »
If you often feel hungry, you are not alone. There are many reasons you may feel hungry on a given day. Of course, the most obvious one is actual physical hunger. Maybe your stomach is empty, your blood sugar has dropped, or your hunger hormones are having a party. PSYCHOLOGICAL HUNGER CUES Sometimes, hunger may
Why Am I Always Hungry? Read More »
