Feeling stressed or burned out? Get outside. Psychologists Stephen Kaplan & Rachel Kaplan, developed the Attention Restoration Theory (ART) which posits that your attentional capacities are often fatigued by the demands of daily life, particularly in urban & overstimulating settings. ART identifies two types of attention: 1. Directed Attention: This is the focused attention you … Continued
Tell yourself that you are the person that: Eats intentionally Enjoys food at home Food preps Decides what food is right for you Eats all things in moderation When you CHANGE YOUR MIND about who you are… You can BECOME THE PERSON YOU WANT TO BE… Because you can stick to the habits that will … Continued
The healthy habits that matter the most are BORING… Brushing your teeth… Going to bed at a decent time… Eating vegetables… Hitting your protein… No fun, no sizzle, nothing new or exciting… Just like dental hygiene is boring, but you (hopefully) still brush your teeth… Ignore the fancy trends & just stick with the tried … Continued
If you’re looking for a health upgrade for increased energy, mental clarity, less inflammation, improved blood work, even weight loss… You don’t need to do cold plunges, or infared saunas, or coffee enemas or… You don’t need expensive proprietary supplements from social media influencers… You just need the BASICS: resistance train 2-3x week cardiovascular training … Continued
Thank you menopause…Maybe we don’t give menopause the credit she is due. While she comes in like a hurricane… Maybe changing hormones aren’t the ‘problem’, maybe it ‘reveals’ the problems that needs changing. Maybe menopause helps us to: Question Analyze priorities Speak up Step up (OR step back if we’re doing too much) . Have … Continued
Whether you’re in your 40’s or 80’s… You’ve never been as old as you are right now. Which might be a reason to go sit down… But, you’ll also never be as young as you are this moment… So maybe that thot will remind you to go do that thing. Whatever you’ve been putting off. … Continued
Are you triggered by the scale? If weight loss is your goal, the scale is ONE tool in your tool box. The number on any given day isn’t necessarily an accurate indication of weight. It’s best to take an AVERAGE of your weight over a week (or even longer). So MORE data points are better … Continued
Be kind to yourself and love who you are TODAY. Remember that you’ve gained wisdom through the years that make up for any physical differences. Where physical attributes like appearance, strength, mobility etc.are concerned, if you compare the current version of you to your past self… You may be disappointed. In fact, if you can … Continued
Don’t let anyone’s best moments ever make you feel ‘less than’. Sure there are highlights in everyone’s life! Like my recent trip to Mexico. But, much of ‘life’ doesn’t actually ’make the cut’! We all have issues, doubts & insecurities at times… These ‘truths’ in the video are just a few of mine (in no … Continued
I recently celebrated a birthday… While 62 isn’t ‘old’, the number is shocking to me. But I’m happy to have a clear(ish) mind, great energy and the ability to move. I’m grateful to my younger self who prioritized healthy lifestyle habits. And I’m glad I’m learning new things like Olympic weightlifting (started in my late … Continued