We all know those people, right? The happy ones. What is their secret? Are they faking it? Some may be but others just have a more optimistic outlook or have built up their resilience to negative life circumstances. Do you want to be Happy all the time? Why? What will
You Are Not Making Changes What brought you here? Most likely you are searching for some way to improve your health or body and that search turned up this post. But are you sure you want to change? Change is not easy and takes some time to develop new habits.
New Year, New You There’s something remarkable about the new year. The promise of change and a clean slate gets everyone excited about the possibilities. There’s no other time when people are more focused and willing to make changes to enhance their lives. Gym memberships soar and more storage containers
Who are Holiday Food Pushers It might be your Aunt, Mother, Grandma, or your Brother. Anyone could be a food pusher. It is that person in the family that insists you try this vegetable or that dessert they made. The food might be something new or the old family favorite dish.
Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! Does that give you pause and bring thoughts of dread? Fears of gaining 5 pounds because you looked at desserts during the holidays? Have you already given up on your health goals because the holidays are here? Create Your Holiday Food Plan You don’t need to
Make Someone Feel Special and Appreciated Christmas creates a sense of excitement and wonder that energizes people of all ages. Knowing your family and friends are ready and willing to celebrate with you makes things even better. It’s a wonderful time to reflect on how much you have to be
Overwhelmed and Stressed about the Holidays? Christmas is an absolutely magical time of year. The sights, sounds, tastes and smells all delight the senses. Everyone wants their holiday to be merry, bright, and filled with wonder. Sometimes that’s easier said than done and all the good intentions start to feel
There are so many ways to have fun during the holidays. From hayrides in fall to watching the Nutcracker ballet in winter, there are plenty of opportunities to make the season fun. One fun option is choosing a theme and building the entire holiday around it. Choosing a theme is
Could your Family Benefit from Breaking Some Traditions? Traditions are part of what makes the holidays memorable. Thinking back on your childhood, you might have some amazing memories of the holiday’s past that are steeped in tradition. You may have even brought some of them into adulthood and your own
Why You May Need to Set Limits when Thanksgiving Feels Overwhelming Thanksgiving is all about gratitude. Feeling grateful for a year’s worth of blessings and being thankful for what matters most to you. It’s not supposed to be an overwhelming burden, yet sometimes that’s exactly what it becomes. There are
I help women lose weight without the fear of gaining it back. I live in El Paso, Texas with my husband Mark, my three children, and dogs, Sky and Kahlua. You often find me on my morning walk or on the back patio listening to the waterfall.
