In the Northeastern United States, where I live, the weather was almost like Spring this weekend, and now we are preparing for a snowstorm on Valentine’s Day! February weather certainly is unpredictable!Like many people, I created some intentions for habit change for the new year. I focused on two areas: …
The holiday season is an opportunity to prioritize your well-being amidst the celebrations. Here’s a personalized guide to creating your wellness strategy for a season filled with joy and balance.Setting Intentions for a Meaningful, Simplified HolidayBefore the season is in full swing, take a moment to consider what truly matters …
Cooking healthy meals at home is one of the most important things you can do for your health and well-being. For some people, it can be a challenge to embrace cooking at home, so we’ll be looking at both the benefits of home cooking and some helpful tips to make …
I recently listened to Deb Dana’s audiobook “Befriending Your Nervous System,” and she introduced the concept of “savoring.” In savoring, you remember a moment when you felt safe, comfortable, and calm. For me, that usually is time spent in nature. I thought of a time when I watched the sunrise …
One of my top nutritional principles is that the greater the diversity of plants in your diet, the better your health. There are many reasons for this. Plant polyphenols are naturally occurring compounds in plants that reduce your risk of chronic diseases. Various plant polyphenols help manage blood pressure levels, …
Finding ways to play more is one of the best actions you can take for your health. The benefits of play for physical, emotional, and mental health are well documented, but if you ask yourself how you feel afterward, you’ll need no further proof. Play has many benefits. Play helps …
A healthy sleep schedule is essential for your body.Restful sleep is an essential foundation of good health. It impacts the health of your heart and circulatory system, the regulation of your hormones, metabolism, ability to respond to insulin, appetite, immune system, learning and formation of memories, and brain health. Your …
Do you ever feel overwhelmed when you think about healthy living? We can easily get discouraged and lose motivation when we focus only on the gap between where we are and where we want to be. That’s why I want to start you off today with some quick wins. Quick …
When making health changes, think about your motivation. I like to ask, “what is your why?” when I work with a new health coaching client. Your reason might be “to be more present for my family and friends,” or “to have more energy for my work,” or even “to live …
