I’m sure that by now you’ve heard about all of the benefits of meditation. Besides being a great way to ground yourself and clear your mind, practicing meditation daily can reduce stress, anxiety and depression while improving mood, resilience, focus and a sense of well-being. But if the thought of sitting still as your to-do list races through your mind is making you tense, that’[...]
Affirmations are simple statements we can use to improve our self-esteem, help us reach a goal, break a bad habit, find love, or even discover joy in our lives. They work hand in hand with our subconscious to make lasting changes for the better. Too many times we experience joy, but we don't celebrate it enough. Other times, we aren't even aware that it's present. Powerful affirmation[...]
I’ll be celebrating my birthday in a few weeks! And even though we are still dealing with the pandemic, the last year has made me so much more grateful for all the things in my life, large and small. Since my birthday is March 30th, I decided that I want to spend this month practicing 30 days of gratitude. Showing gratitude can be a great way to spread positive feelings in the world a[...]
Starting the day off in the right head space can set the tone for the rest of the day. I’ve never been a morning person. But as I get older, I realize the benefits of waking up early. I am more positive and productive throughout the day. Having a healthy morning routine has given me more control of my schedule and lowered my stress. I’ve also been able to develop some healthy habits th[...]
With so many things on my plate, the last thing I have time to think about is what’s for dinner. But if it’s after 3pm and I still don’t have an answer, it’s too late to defrost something. So I either have to go to the store or order takeout. Both options cost time and money. Meal planning has helped me get healthy, quick, delicious meals on the table in no time with no stress.[...]
It's been awhile since J and I had a crafternoon, so we decided to make these Valentine's Day mason jars. It was fun, easy and the perfect way to spend an afternoon. This is a super simple craft idea that works for all ages! For this project you'll need: 32 oz mason jars (you can use 16 oz jars as well) Acrylic paint in colors of your choice Craft paint brushes (various sizes[...]
Most people I know, especially women, don’t get the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night. They stay up too late and wake up to early. Most of the time it’s because they use the later hours to catch up on email, straightening up the house, watching tv, or having some much-needed quiet time. Then they wake up feeling unrested, using caffeine to get through the day. Is this you? W[...]
“If you’re happy and you know it clap your hands!” (clap,clap)… I’m sure you know this song as many of us have freely sang and danced to this children’s tune at some point in our lives. With big bright eyes we jumped, clapped, and giggled because we were happy and we knew it. Well, maybe. I don’t know about you, but it has taken much more than a song for me to discover w[...]
This year has been a roller coaster of events, emotions, and change! Within the blink of an eye, all of our lives have taken a turn in some capacity, some much greater than others. And it doesn’t look like we are anywhere near being back to normal. In fact, most of us have had to discover new norms for our families, careers, and ourselves. Many people are still working from home, most ki[...]
It’s easy to notice when big things happen and affect your mood. It’s your birthday. You lose a loved one. You’re enjoying a much-needed vacation. You’re having some financial issues. But you’d be surprised to learn that it’s really those little everyday things that affect your mood more than you realize. Recognizing those small things is key to understanding what you are feeli[...]
