June is a great time of year to embrace the warmer weather and sunnier skies that Mother Nature brings us. Breathing in some fresh air and connecting with nature is a wonderful way to give your wellness a boost! June 10 is recognized as National Get Outdoors Day, so there’s no better time to honor …
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Updated 03/30/24 As Charles Duhigg tells us in “The Power of Habit,” both good and bad habits are built on cravings, triggered by a cue and resulting in a reward. This is what he calls “the habit loop.” In order to get rid of a bad habit, you must first understand what both your “cue” …
My daughter and I volunteered at our local homeless shelter today and had the humbling honor of serving hot meals to more than 150 fellow humans who would’ve otherwise gone hungry without this generous community resource. This experience reminded me of three important things: Gratitude is a powerful force. When you feel your life …
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I fully embrace the notion that “sitting is the new smoking.” Obesity, back pain, heart disease, diabetes, nerve damage, premature death…those are all things I very much want to avoid! I’ve been using a standup workstation for many years now. I love how it keeps me more energized throughout the day and more focused on …
Weighing the pros and cons of a desk treadmill + my love of standing while working Read More »
How many times throughout the day do you typically notice your breathing? Probably not very often if you’re like most people. Thank goodness it’s one of those automatic functions that our bodies take care of for us, right? Just because breathing happens automatically, though, doesn’t mean we can’t intentionally engage with the process and …
How to reduce stress with simple breathing exercises for a healthier body and mind Read More »
I’ve had the distinct honor of sharing big heaping helpings of well-being with a variety of workforces – big and small – and I have to say it’s one of my very favorite ways to spread wellness far and wide! I have a very special place in my heart for any employer who invests the …
As I sit here writing on a beautiful Friday morning, on the cusp of what’s forecasted to be a gorgeous fall weekend, I’m pondering the great balancing act called “life.” This weekend, I want to spend quality time with my sweet girl and husband, I want to work on materials for my clients, I want …
Life is a balancing act – and sometimes it can feel pretty wobbly! Read More »
Apologies if my title for this one offends or startles you. I was really hoping you’d read it and maybe smile a little too. I was having my annual routine mammogram today, and it got me thinking about preventive care in its broadest sense. Given what I do for a living as a wellness professional, …
Smooshed breasts, stinky armpits, and naked from the waist up for the win! Read More »
One of the most common questions I get asked as a lover of all things wellness is: “what’s the ONE THING I can do to be healthier/feel better/reach my wellness goals?” Sure, we all know it takes more than just ONE thing…there’s simply no one-size-fits-all magic bullet. We are complex creatures with very different needs, lifestyles, body …
Since I’m on a mission to help as many people as possible unleash their happiest, healthiest version of themselves, it’s got me wondering…what does your happiest, healthiest YOU look like? Have you given it some thought? Do you have a vision? Did you know that something as simple and low-tech as visualization is one of …
The power of vision boards in achieving your healthy goals + adding joy to life! Read More »
