Acceptance
Whew. I am going to be completely and openly honest with you – I am struggling. Not physically, but mentally. So much is changing in my life right now. In all of our lives. We cant embrace our loved ones. We cant go sit on …
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A New “What If”
Times are tough. Like really tough. In these situations it is easy to get consumed by fear. By the “what ifs”. What if I get sick? What if i lose my job? What if I cant pay next months bills? I am not going to …
The Scary Truth about Halloween
The day is almost here and if you are like many American’s you have probably been spending the last month shopping for that perfect costume for your kiddos or planning a spooky gathering with friends. In fact, it is projected that Americans will spend $8.8 …
Water: an Infinite Resource?
70% of the earth is covered by water, but only 2.5% is freshwater. Of this 2.5%, only 1% is easily accessible for human consumption – the rest is locked up in polar ice caps and glaciers (5). We all rely on water in our daily …
Stress is Everywhere
Most of us encounter stressful situations almost daily in our lives. From our jobs to our kids, stressors are literally everywhere. Our own thoughts can even cause us to experience stress. Stress can take us away from our ability to connect with others, resulting in …
You are What you Eat
“You are what you eat.” I am sure many of you have heard this phrase used countless times, but how many actually take it to heart? If you would have asked me this 5 years ago, I would have had to admit that I didn’t …
Caught up in the Present
Being fully present means focusing all of yourself – your energy, feelings, thoughts – on the exact moment you are in. As we go through our daily lives many of us are always looking forward to something in the future. Whether it be a …
Nature – The Best Medicine
Nature is a key, foundational element in our lives. It provides us with everything we need to live – air, water, and food – so our survival is literally dependent on it. As humans, being in nature is ingrained in our DNA in a way. …
Importance of Movement
Movement in any form is the best way to keep our body healthy and working as it should. It has been shown to provide a wide variety of benefits like improved weight management, decreased risks of diseases, and improved sleep. (1) The physical benefits of …