A few years ago, somewhere between school drop-offs, soccer fields, the grocery store, and the dance studio, I was listening to a podcast in the car. The host was telling a story about going for his usual morning run when he noticed another runner ahead. Without saying a word, he set his mind on beating that stranger.
It started with one simple question: Just a glass of champagne in the evening…should I, or should I not? But that one question quickly tumbled into more. Should I stick with weekends only? But then again…my birthday’s on a Wednesday. What if I just have one? Or two?
Your hormones are the unsung heroes of your body, quietly orchestrating your mood, energy, metabolism, and sleep. But did you know there's a sneaky group of troublemakers hiding right under your nose? They're called environmental toxins, and they can seriously disrupt your hormone harmony.
Digital planners, paper planners, micro-managing my time in 15-minute blocks, running mile-long to-do lists, ditching to-do lists altogether (because... rebellion)... yep, I’ve been there. And maybe you have, too.
How many times have you sat down, full of ambition, planning your workout routine, only to get distracted by the next big thing and never follow through with it? I’m talking about the infamous ADHD cycle: you get excited, maybe buy new sneakers or a gym membership, make an elaborate plan, and then, poof, your focus is gone as soon as a new idea crosses your mind. That’s ADHD at its finest, right?
In our first blog on prioritizing self care, we talked about the importance of having an "Order of Loves", a roadmap for what matters most in our lives. If you missed it, don't worry! Just click the link to read Part 1, trust me, it's worth the read. This simple exercise can be transformative in helping you align your life with your true priorities.
A few months ago, I participated in an event that left a lasting impact on me. The speaker was discussing something called the “Order of Loves” - the idea that we all have priorities in life, and the way we structure them shapes how we live.
As a college student, navigating the pressures of academics, social life, and future planning can leave you feeling overwhelmed. For many students, anxiety becomes an all-too-familiar companion…
The journey through menopause is often a time of significant change for women. Alongside the hormonal shifts that can bring about hot flashes, sleep disturbances, and mood swings, women who have ADHD may face an additional unique set of challenges…
When you live with ADHD, maintaining an organized space can often feel like an overwhelming challenge. It’s easy to become distracted, misplace important items, and struggle with tasks that require sustained focus. If it isn’t already discouraging that your brain feels all over the place, it certainly feels defeating to look around and see that everything around you is scattered too.
As we step into a new year, it’s a natural time to reflect on what we want to create and achieve. But let’s be real—New Year’s resolutions can sometimes feel like a lot of pressure, especially when we try to do it all at once.
As the year draws to a close, it's natural to get bogged down in everything you'd still like to achieve—especially when it comes to your health and well-being. As a mom, it can be discouraging to reflect on areas for growth in balancing family life, work, and personal responsibilities.
As a mom during the holidays, I often find myself swept up in the whirlwind of impulsive decisions—whether it’s buying that extra gift for my daughter because it’s on sale or picking up an extra box of chocolates because "everyone loves them!"…
For the last twenty years as a mom of three, one of my biggest responsibilities was making December magical. I always wanted to make the holidays special for my children and all of our family members. Over the years, I think I tried out just about every strategy for getting the perfect gifts for all family members and from all family members (and Santa Claus)…
The food industry has made it very easy to rely on quick-fix meals and processed snacks. It’s also convenient to carry granola bars, bags of chips and candies with you on the go to satisfy your every craving.
We’ve all experienced feelings of bitterness or resentment at some point in our lives. Whether it’s toward a person, a situation, or even ourselves, these emotions can linger and take root if left unaddressed.
As the weather cools down and we start to crave warm, comforting foods like soups and stews, it’s easy to forget about our fast, fruity, and fueling smoothies. Just because the seasons change doesn’t mean your smoothies need to be packed away until spring...
From smartphones and tablets to computers and televisions, screens are everywhere, and their usage has become almost inescapable.
If I let my mind spiral, I could easily sit in my bed every night asking myself, where did the day go? Our youngest is going off to college soon, which means that my husband and I are going from having three kids to - you guessed it - zero at our house…
When we hear the word creativity, we often think that it is a talent exclusive to the special few who have been gifted with the ability to express their ideas through art and performance. However, creativity is within every single one of us. It’s not something that is just given to a select portion of the population…
Believe it or not, the idea of a “detox” has been around for centuries. Detoxification originated based on the ancient Greek and Egyptian theories that most food contains toxins that are harmful to the body.
Raise your hand if you’ve ever been told, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” Eating a healthy breakfast is key to starting the morning off with the energy needed to power through your day.
Diving into the nuances of self-motivation means exploring what lights a fire in our bellies, what makes us leap out of bed in the morning with purpose and passion. It's about finding that inner spark, even on the days when our ambitions feel worlds away.
In today’s appearance-obsessed culture, we are bombarded with information about how to stay young and beautiful. With the relentless flood of information, it can be difficult to know what is reliable and what is a company’s attempt to exploit our insecurities for their financial gain.
Meditation has always presented itself as a beacon of tranquility in the chaos of my daily life. As someone whose thoughts race more often than not, finding solace in stillness was a journey that tested my patience and resolve.
In today’s fast-paced life, proper nutrition can often take a back seat to convenience. We don’t always have time to examine every ingredient in our food – especially when pre-packaged meals and snacks are so easy and accessible.
As a health coach and a mother of three, my journey took an unexpected turn when my daughter Cheyenne decided to deepen her relationship with God by being baptized as an adult. While it…
Have you ever noticed that the state of your surroundings can influence your mood and productivity? Imagine you sit down at your desk to get some work done…but you can’t even put your materials down because there is too much stuff in your way.
Can you believe it’s actually 2024?! This means that it has been almost four years since the beginning of COVID-19, the pandemic that turned our world upside down. Thinking back on my first trip to the grocery store when the shelves were empty and people were scrambling to stock up on toilet paper…
As a health coach, I’ve learned that keeping stress in check starts before the sun is even up. My mornings follow the same simple script: a cup of coffee or tea, a few lines in my journal, a moment of prayer, a workout, and an extended stretching session while I listen to a devotional. These little rituals are my anchors. They help me to stay calm and grounded in my mind. They set the tone for the day, everyday.