Five Steps to Embracing Change
Change isn’t easy. Anything new can feel uncomfortable, especially if that change is about letting go of something. Every decision we make is a choice, and each choice has benefits and consequences. If I have a cup of coffee at 3:00 in the afternoon, it may have the benefit of keeping me awake at that […]
Exactly How Full is Your Glass?
Picture a big glass goblet filled to the halfway mark with water. How do you see it—half-full or half-empty? Consistently finding the glass half-empty—and the world as a difficult place— is a hallmark of negativity. Research has found that a negative outlook can contribute to depression to heart disease, to lowered immune system function. It […]
How to Make Changes That Stick!
Our mindset and nature to protect our comfort zone are very strong, so to achieve those goals, your desire has to be stronger than the comfort zone. The desire for a permanent change from our current weight, work-out routine, or chaos, whatever that goal is. You have to be strong enough to adapt, set new standards, and […]
Mindset is EVERYTHING!
If I have learned one thing over my lifetime, it is that mindset changes everything. As we move into 2021, you’ve probably got your list of resolutions ready to go. It’s always at the top of our list to make health a priority in the New Year, which is a noble and incredibly vital goal […]
The Magic Formula for Daily Pleasure
“Being happy doesn’t mean that everything is perfect. It means you’ve decided to look beyond the imperfections.” ~Unknown Doing one pleasurable thing per day (or more!) is the most powerful antidote for gray, dull, or stressful days. Here are a few ideas to get you started. 1. Make an “I love” list. […]
Mind Set Changes Everything
As we continue to navigate this crazy pandemic, which seems to have turned the world upside down, many, if not most of us are navigating a host of emotions. We do not always have control over what is going on in our world, but our mindset and how we view things can change everything. First, […]
A beautiful place to practice yoga!
I have been doing yoga on a regular basis now for about 2 1/2 years. I have taken yoga classes sporadically over the years and even delved into hot yoga for a short time, but as with anything health related, you realize the benefits when it becomes a regular part of your life. For the […]