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First comes Spring, then comes…Summer. One of the main reasons Spring is a great time to start reaching for your goals is that summertime will be here before you know it! If you’re anything like the rest of us, you want to feel good in your tank tops and shorts! The longer days and...
I have personally seen some incredible changes in an individual’s quality of life when they were intentional about changing for the better. By being intentional I mean deciding to change because let’s be real - it is a decision.
If you think you can or you think you can’t,...
The American obsession with body size and the number on the scale is an issue deeply rooted in psychological factors. Challenging these beliefs is needed for a more inclusive and body-positive society. Why are we being so unrealistic with our goals?
What if our goal was health, and feeling good,...
I love selecting a Word of the Year. It feels very different from crossing a goal off my list. It is an intention, a mantra to guide my daily actions and become a better version of myself.
It takes me several days or a week to select a word. You might have one knocking you on the head. I have...
As you approach the holiday season, I bet you are already doubting your strength when it comes to resisting the delicious holiday treats you’ll be tempted to eat. Let me share a simple little mindset tip that will help you resist eating everything in sight.
Ask yourself “Is this worth...
Getting older is a privilege not everyone gets. Embrace this wonderful time in your life. Take these tips and make each day better. Remember – you are the greatest project you will ever work on.
- Mindset. How do you talk about aging? Are you negative about it, or do you see it as a glorious...
There is never a good time to give up anything, especially alcohol. Drinking is so normalized and so unquestioned in our society that we don’t give it a second thought. But when you give up alcohol there are several questions! “Why are you doing this?” “Are you going to go...
When you open your closet door does it feel like a night full of frights or a bag of delights? The holidays are just around the corner, and I want to share five styling tips that work great for any holiday event you have coming up. Enjoy finding your most bewitching self.
- Are your waist or...
Life spans are growing longer and if you are like me, you are in your “third act” of life. I have never been more excited and hope what I share with you will get you excited as well.
Laura Carstensen, PhD is the professor of psychology and public policy at Stanford University. She is...
I’m not a football expert but I do love watching the Superbowl (and the commercials) every year. There is nothing like watching a football game and seeing a strong 4th quarter comeback.
One of the best all time 4th quarter comebacks is the story of Vince Papale. This 30-year-old who was a...
Are you seeing a glimpse of fall? The weather is cool in the morning and evenings but hot at midday and afternoon.
When temperatures fluctuate, it’s important to know how to roll with the changes.
Today I’m sharing my easiest ways to mix and match summer and fall for these types of...
Sleep is an essential component of overall health and well-being, and it plays a critical role in any fitness journey.
Inadequate sleep can have detrimental effects on our metabolism, causing disruptions to our hormones that regulate appetite and energy balance. This can lead to increased...