When the pandemic began, I got eager and planted a variety of vegetables, we made gardens, started most of our seeds indoors got busy. Due to where we live between the birds and the deer, they found it all. We were not successful. Part of me wants to try again, and part of me says stick with herbs and flowers. For those of you that want to try and do a few easy things here are a few of my tips.
Gone are the days when we all packed out in a fitness studio. We were arm in arm, mat to mat, ensuring we got a front seat spot in our favorite bootcamp class. I remember many nights at my favorite hot yoga studio when we were fifty people plus sweating it out. I was so close to my friend I could touch her. Well we truly hope those days return, but many of us have had to find other ways to keep exercising and connected to a fitness community. The virtual fitness community has sky-rocketed.
April is about helping to find ways to protect our environment. April 22nd is Earth Day! There are many initiatives that you can find in your community that you can take part in. I have compiled a list of ways you can make a difference. If everyone does their part, together we can make a change.
With many of us hoping the colder weather is behind us, now the days can be used to get ready for the warmer days. It is a good season to Read More→
I believe in following an 80/20 rule for my eating. As like most things I think it is important that 80 percent of the time my eating habits are on track with about 20 percent of them for the indulgences or just having one of those days. Here I will offer my best nutritional tips that help me feel my best. If you are wanting to tackle your eating and find out more about calories, and how much of what you should be eating etc. I recommend you make an appointment with a registered nutritionist or dietician in your local area. Our sister company 12 Weeks To Wellness has certified coaches and dieticians that can assist. Read More→
I truly believe we should be showing random acts of kindness each day, but we sometimes need to bring awareness to it. This month we celebrate Valentine’s Day. As we continue to walk through this pandemic together, I think it is important to reach out and do things of love to show we care. As much as it is easier to show love to the ones you know, why not do five things for someone you don’t know well. Read More→
February is Healthy Heart Month.
Here are some daily practices to help keep our hearts healthy.
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- Daily exercise: ideally, at least 30 minutes a day, at least five days a week
- Regular sleep: Sleeping a solid seven or eight hours per night is a marker of good heart health
- Healthy grains: Examples include oats, buckwheat, barley and Millet.
- Healthy fats: Examples include avocado, nuts, fish and flax seed.
The pandemic continues and we can only do our best in what we can control, keeping healthy is one of them. I want to share with you my best tips on how to live a healthy lifestyle. Read More→
You’ve heard it before, “just focus on the positive”. While the intention is good, the phrase often comes off as dismissive, especially as many are having mixed – and very real – feelings about their current circumstances. “Be positive”, or “look on the bright side” may not help you find the state of mind that you wish for, and denying your feelings of grief, sadness, or negativity has its own consequences.
Cue gratitude, the practice of taking note of what is going right and feeling appreciation or thankfulness.
According to studies, gratitude is associated with higher levels of emotional wellbeing. People who are grateful feel less pain, less stress, suffer insomnia less, have stronger immune systems, experience healthier relationships, and do better academically and professional. Psychology Today (December 23, 2019)
Deborah Connors, a workplace coach explains: “When we express gratitude, our brains release dopamine and serotonin (the so-called “happiness hormones”), which change the way we take in information, opening our minds to new ideas and allowing us to become more resilient, engaged, optimistic, and creative. We even sleep better and have more of a sense of purpose”. Deborah Conners (November 9, 2021)
Sounds great, so how do you do it? It’s much simpler than you think, and of the many habits to improve wellbeing this one is very manageable in a busy schedule. It doesn’t need to take any longer than a few minutes (unless you want to take longer, in which case go for it!).
TRY THIS:
- Find your favorite pen, some paper, or a notebook you’ve been trying to figure out what to do with.
- Pause.
- Think about 3 things you are thankful for – big or small, significant, or seemingly insignificant – and write them down. Try to do it at the same time each day whether at the start with coffee/tea, during a mid-day break, or in bed before you go to sleep.
Travers, M. (2019, December 23). Five Insights on Gratitude. PsychologyToday.com. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/social-instincts/201912/five-insights-gratitude
Connors, D. (2021, November 9). Grief and Gratitude: How Focusing on What is Going Right Can Help. Deborahconnors.com. https://deborahconnors.com/how-to-focus-on-what-is-going-right-through-gratitude/
Well I am not sure about you, but after the roller coaster ride that Christmas is, I find myself finding something to motivate me for January. Prior to having children, I was in my office helping clients set goals, maintain a healthy lifestyle and move a little more. Read More→
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