June 15, 2021 Writing in a gratitude journal is a popular activity highly recommended by many self-help gurus and motivational speakers. The reason they recommend journaling? Simple: it works to create more gratitude and self-growth in your life, to keep you living in appreciation, and to help you reach your goals and dreams. After the…
January 26, 2021 The last year was a big one for many subscription box services. They had to provide stellar service in a lockdown world and pivot to the changing needs of their subscribers who found themselves living life differently. The ones that stand out provided value, fun, convenience, and a distraction in our stay-at-home lives. They…
January 25, 2021 If there’s ever been a time to focus on your personal wellness, it’s now. Being home with a pandemic going on has persuaded many of us to take a look at our lives and how the choices we make affect our wellness and happiness. We’ve opened our eyes to focus on self-care…
January 14, 2021 We all have those days we wake up on the wrong side of the bed. We also all seem to be a bit (a lot?) moodier now with pandemic fatigue, stress, lack of sleep, anxiety, and fear. All that can often manifest in a classic “bad mood.” And then that mood can…
December 31, 2020 Remember how excited everyone was for the “roaring 20s” to make a comeback last year? Unfortunately, 2020 had other plans. Instead of getting ramped up for a great decade, our lives came to a screeching halt. Sitting at home during a pandemic took a toll on us physically and mentally. That’s why…
December 15, 2020 Insomnia can strike even on the best of days. Added stress and anxiety caused by a worldwide pandemic makes it even more difficult to enjoy a night of adequate sleep. And yet a good night’s sleep keeps our immune systems in check. Sleep helps restore our body…and mind and is essential for…
December 7, 2020 Raise your hand if you ever imagined living through a pandemic. Nobody? Right. We’ve all heard about the Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918, but who could have thought that something similar might happen in our lifetimes? Technology, international travel, and modern conveniences have given us so much freedom, so being in a…
December 3, 2020 There is no doubt about it, the legging was the most worn item in 2020. Whether you are working from home, staying inside, or going about your daily routine in a more comfortable manner, your leggings have been putting in the time and work for you. Fall and winter season are no…
November 30, 2020 Did you know that months after being infected with COVID-19, there are people who are still living with symptoms? In the United States, we’ve started calling them “long haulers” and in the UK, they refer to this as “Long COVID.” The fact that there is a term for this should tell you…
November 25, 2020 What is the first rule of snacking? No, it is not that you do not talk about snacking. The first rule of snacking is to plan your snacks ahead of time. Planning takes the guesswork out of it and helps you avoid any moments that lead to unhealthy choices that feed the ‘3…
November 12, 2020 It is around this time each year that many of us start to move indoors to exercise. However, this year is unlike any other year, in more ways than one. Thanks, 2020! Take fitness routines for example. Typically, the late fall and early winter has us heading to the gym, working out at home…
November 10, 2020 Face it, we are stressed out, aren’t we? Now the holidays are sliding into base fast and we’ll have that extra stress on top of it. Perhaps learning to say no to a few things will enable us to find a little extra peace of mind in turbulant times. What do I…
November 5, 2020 Did you know that your WFH posture can affect your productivity? It’s true. It can also affect your self-confidence too. Think about it this way. You are slumped in your chair, shoulders hunched as you plug away at your keyboard. What is happening to your body? Not a lot of good. Don’t assume you need to get…
November 4, 2020 If screen time for all of us wasn’t enough before this pandemic, now with Zoom meetings and online school, some of us are glued to screens most of our waking hours. It’s keeping people inside, making us sit more, and is straining our eyes. That’s just the beginning! While being online has…
October 29, 2020 For years, technology has overtaken our lives, leaving the people we share it with competing for attention. With our busy schedules leaving so little time for togetherness, many of us have made concerted efforts to minimize how digital distractions impact us. Then, 2020 happened and, suddenly, we weren’t leaving the house! You…
October 28, 2020 When you think of cardio exercise most people think of running. But what if you hate running? First off, you are not alone! Running takes a toll on our bodies as the years progress, and sometimes it is not an option even for those of us who do like to run. Cardio doesn’t have…
October 15, 2020 Staying busy and connected when you’re alone is so important, pandemic or not. However, now, more than ever, some people are finding themselves alone more often. And while being alone is not necessarily a bad thing, the feeling of disconnection and loneliness is. Whether you are an empty nester, single mom, recent…
October 8, 2020 Tweens are on the brink of the (sometimes terrible) teens. If not already, they’ll soon experience big changes in their brains, bodies, and skin. Skin can become oilier in the T-zone between the ages of 10-12, and those first, pesky pimples might pop up, too. It’s also a time when confidence tends…
October 5, 2020 Whether we’re quite ready to accept it or not, many signs indicate that we’re in for a looooong winter. Make the best of an extended hibernation by stocking up on these seven items STAT before suppliers run of stock. (Remember the great trampoline and pool shortage of summer 2020?) Make a plan…
September 24, 2020 Raise your hand if exercising from home is not your jam? I thought so. As a fitness coach, my clients have struggled to maintain their motivation and gains during the last few months of quarantine. What motivated them initially during lockdown no longer suffices. They want to go back to the gym. But is it safe? What…
September 14, 2020 If you haven’t started a walking routine during this pandemic, there’s no better time than today. With the major benefits to mind, body, and spirit, we have nothing to lose, and only tremendous benefits to gain. Walking is, in fact, the perfect exercise. It works many of our muscles and has positive…
August 31, 2020 It’s hard to think back to New Year’s Eve when all of our hopes and dreams felt like they could come true in 2020. The reality is that a pandemic has overtaken the world and our lives are on hold. One of the hardest things to accept is that we have no…
August 18, 2020 There’s really no other way to say it: 2020 has been a tough year. Right after New Year’s Day, the headlines were dominated by sad and shocking news—Australia was on fire, the world was rocked by multiple earthquakes, and a plane in Ukraine was shot down. All of that happened as COVID-19…
August 13, 2020 Let’s face it, most of us are feeling more anxiety now, especially if we never experienced it before. If your anxiety is overwhelming and taking control of your day, you should get to your physician or mental health professional right away. However, if you are one of the many who are experiencing…
August 6, 2020 Wondering how to wash face masks correctly? Face masks have become a common accessory for many people. And, rather than buying disposable masks and throwing them away every time you use them, many people are opting to purchase a reusable cloth mask instead. So, if you are going to wear a reusable…
July 8, 2020 Whether it’s for convenience, to save money, or because of the pandemic, there are many reasons why people are turning to telemedicine apps to manage their health. If you’ve been trying to find resources, we’ve put together some of the best-reviewed options in this post. In addition to looking through the list…
June 10, 2020 There have been many stories about an uptick in couples fighting. You may have even read a few including this one about how the quarantine isn’t ruining relationships, but could be speeding up divorces. If you feel like the coronavirus pandemic is hurting your marriage, you really aren’t alone. It shouldn’t be…
May 13, 2020 We’ve all heard of the “Freshman 15” college freshman gain by eating more junk food, not exercising, and eating late at night. But the Quarantine 15? Yes, it’s a thing! And it only takes a few months, not an entire school year! Face it, most of us are home more. If your…
May 1, 2020 This time is hard for many people isn’t it? We’re told to stay home, we’re suddenly homeschooling, and many of us are dealing with the loss of income. It’s enough to induce massive anxiety and extremely stressful days. Fear, panic, and overwhelm can creep in, as well as doubt, anger, acceptance, and…
April 23, 2020 Probably the scariest part of the pandemic is feeling like your life has been upended in some major way. Make no mistake, it definitely has but there are action steps you and your family can take to help adjust to the new normal and bring calm to your home life when everything…
April 7, 2020 Life can be pretty stressful, which is why it’s so important to find ways to promote physical and emotional health. Have you ever thought about gardening? Studies suggest that it just might be a great way to improve your sense of well-being. In this post, we’ll discuss some of the research and…
April 2, 2020 What’s one of the best things to come out of this whole social-distancing, Coronavirus, world pandemic situation? Getting the chance to really ace home workouts! Now you can sparkle and glisten (that’s gym talk for sweat) through all-new fitness programs and routines. Here’s a rundown of all the ways you can hone your health…
March 25, 2020 We all have our eyes focused on coronavirus, but the cold and flu season is still in full effect. With all of these viruses, you might be wondering how you can keep your home disinfected and germ-free. While it isn’t possible to completely eliminate all germs from your home, it is possible…
March 18, 2020 The Las Vegas Strip . . . probably the last place you’d rank among the healthiest destinations, but that’s because you might not have heard how things have changed. To balance out the gambling, drinking, and gluttonous buffets, many resorts have rolled out ways to make wellness part of your next getaway. …
March 17, 2020 You’ve no doubt heard of vision boards. People put them together to serve as motivation and set intentions for what they want to accomplish in the months ahead—but do they work? We know from extensive research that visualization is actually one of the most powerful things you can do when setting goals….
February 11, 2020 It’s February! The month is known for being the shortest (except we get an extra day in 2020 for leap year!), and the entire first half is devoted to Valentine’s Day. You can’t even go to a pharmacy without getting hit by candy hearts and decorations. It’s not all about romance, though….
January 31, 2020 New year, new you! Does that sound too familiar? You are not alone. This month was certainly jam-packed with all the ways you can improve yourself—whether it was removing the clutter from your home or cleaning up your eating and refrigerator. There is certainly no shortage of wellness and fitness trends as…
January 29, 2020 More and more professionals are opting to work at home as companies recognize the value of allowing employees to work remotely. Make 2020 the year that your home office bursts with productivity by creating a workspace that prioritizes health, comfort, and inspiration. Here are four easy ways to make your home office space…
January 22, 2020 It’s such a small thing to give a compliment. At the same time, it’s huge (to the receiver). How many nights go by where you realize you never gave any compliments during the day? Did the kids come home and you shuttled to sports, made dinner, made sure homework was done, and…
January 17, 2020 It’s January, which means people tend to have a renewed focus on keeping fit and exercising. Gyms stay fuller. Sidewalks in open areas fill with crowds. Group classes sell out. Many people have set goals or made resolutions to exercise more. After two weeks of watching my kids when they weren’t in…
January 6, 2020 As the new year rings in, many people find themselves focusing on health. Almost all of us set goals for weight loss, physical fitness, and an overall improvement in our sense of well-being. It’s great that we think about these things in January, but it’s even better if we can continue our…
December 30, 2019 It’s almost the new year and, with it, the time many people choose to make New Year’s resolutions. Did you know that research shows that 60% of American people make New Year’s resolutions? Unfortunately, only about 8% are successful at actually keeping them. So, why do we have so many problems actually…
November 25, 2019 November 29, 2019 marks Black Friday, the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. Since 2005, it’s also been the busiest shopping day of the year. When Black Friday first became a trend in the early 2000s, retailers often opened at 6:00 AM; by the late 2000s many began opening at 5:00…
November 20, 2019 With Halloween behind us, the holiday season is officially here. This festive time is filled with celebrations, winter greens, and twinkling lights. While these beautiful decorations can fill our hearts with such joy, they can also be dangerous. No one wants to be a downer, but being informed about the risk of…
November 18, 2019 Healthcare in the United States is an ongoing hot topic, and that probably won’t change any time soon. Americans struggle to agree on how to fix the situation, but most find common ground on one aspect of the issue—the quality of care is lacking. All too often, we wait weeks (if not…
