An estimated 45 million Americans will go on a diet this year. Yet nearly two-thirds of us are overweight. But what if there was another way? What if you could ditch the diets and still achieve your goals? I’m not talking about some crazy fad diet or unscientific “hack.” I’m talking about developing a nutritional […]
Category: Self Care
Eating For Your Mental Health
Many of us are concerned about our mental health as we spend more time in our homes and limit social interactions. The good news is you can use food to nourish yourself and keep yourself happy, healthy, and sane! Eat a healthy diet regularly. Your body can’t perform at its peak if you deny yourself […]
Finding Forgiveness
It was just a shoe. But it made me cry. No it wasn’t an ugly shoe, and it fits just fine. It was what the shoe represented. You see I had been struggling for several days with my feet hurting. It was a burning, tingling sensation that I couldn’t get away from. Sitting down and […]
Turn Problems Into Opportunities
Everyone has problems, challenges, and obstacles to overcome in life. To solve these difficult issues, you need mental, emotional, and physical energy. You can turn your problems into opportunities by learning to manage your energy. Routine One of the biggest mistakes people make is letting their routine kill their energy. What, isn’t having a […]
What To Do When You Fall Down In Midlife
I fell down. That makes it sound gentle. What I really did was a meme worthy, trip over my feet, try to recover, think for a moment that I had it, start to go down, flap my arms in the air like one of those blow-up advertisements at the car dealership, bounce off the grocery […]
Stop Worrying About What People Think
Do you find yourself constantly doubting your decisions? Are you fretting over other people’s reactions to your actions or opinions? In this post, I’ll share some tips and tricks to help you stop worrying about what people think of you. Learn how to use constructive criticism to your advantage. Then, simply filter out any negative […]
7 Tips for a Better Doctor Visit
Next week I have my first big follow up after finishing cancer treatment. There are three scans then the oncologist visit for the results. I’m feeling a little nervous. What I’m not feeling is unprepared. Navigating a doctor visit is all about being prepared. After surviving cancer twice, I’ve learned how to get the most […]
Top 10 Superfoods for Your Mood
As an important part of human well-being, food can lift your mood, or it can make you feel sleepy, bloated, heavy, without energy, etc. Also, research has shown that certain foods can help you sleep better and improve the overall health of your brain. So, which foods should you choose? Let’s find out which ten […]
Essential Oils 101: Using, Buying, Storing
Essential oils are plant-derived oils obtained through the distillation process from flowers, leaves, roots, and other parts of plants. Since ancient times, essential oils have been used to treat numerous ailments. Essential oils are natural fragrances obtained from plants. The scent or therapeutic properties of these oils can be used for skincare and haircare products, […]
The Nature of Transformation
When I feel emotionally crushed, I feel squashed all over. Every part of me feels shattered and broken in every sense except the physical. My body remains intact, but the psychological structures that support it are in shreds. This is the essence of emotional disintegration at the cellular level. I have been through this on […]
Cheap Paper
I have a friend that calls me a paper snob. It is true. I buy a high-quality paper for my copier and several times I have had someone think they are getting two pieces of paper because of the thickness. The piece of paper I had in my hands today was not that quality. In […]
Recipe for a Happy Life
This recipe does not require any cooking skills. It only requires a willingness to try it… Blend together 1 cup Friendship 2 cups Thoughtfulness Cream smoothly with a pinch of Gentleness and a dash of powdered Kindness Beat together with a spoonful of Hope Add a Pint of Work 2 teaspoons of Temperance A sprinkle […]