A Dose of Kindness For Your Health
Not only did I spend many years battling depression, I also battled a lot of awful side effects from the medication. These side effects were horrible and often made me feel worse. I have been medication-free for years now and I now only seek...
Eating Healthy is Simple with “Food Rules”
For me, eating healthy needs to be simple. And I mean super simple! One of the simplest things in the world has become the most complicated. I starting dieting at age 9. with restriction diets. Next was the cabbage food diet, then the cereal diet, atkins...you name...
Tips for a Better Body Image
Download this free printable "I love my parts" Looking to have a better body image? Does any of this sound familiar? "If I could just lose 10 pounds...", "If I didn't have these love handles...or these wrinkles...or these rolls"..."If I could just get my body...
Room Color Effects on Mood
When I set out for health and happiness, one of the places I started was my home. I did a lot of research on the effects color has on your mood. So if you are looking to have a happy home, here are some tips and things to keep in mind when adding color to your life....
Drop in the Bucket List
Drop in the Bucket List Printable I always loved bucket lists. There is something that just excites me about dreaming, planning, and setting goals. However, for some people bucket lists can stir up negative thoughts. Thoughts like, "It will never happen", "I...
50 Things to do When it’s Cold Outside
Need something to do when it's cold outside beside complain? Here are 50 ideas that will make you feel good and help you appreciate the weather: Disconnect from electronics Declutter and get organized Tackle a junk drawer Go through clothes Redecorate or rearrange a...
The Best New Year’s Resolution: Just Be You
“New Year, New You!” I see this New Year's resolution headline all the time and it makes my blood boil. Headlines trying to convince you that if you lose wrinkles and pant sizes you will be happier. We page through magazines and actually believe flawless skin and...
Tips to Survive the Holidays
Survive the holidays with these simple tips this year! 1. Schedule Self-care It is way too easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle. Yes, we all have family to see and things to do but make sure to SCHEDULE time to take care of yourself. Before...
Ideas for Thanksgiving Family Fun
Family fun is ALWAYS at the top of my mind. I am a kid at heart and I truly believe that just because we grow bigger and older, it doesn't mean we don't want to have fun anymore. We all play various roles in our families and you could say mine is finding fun things to...
Tips for Talking to Teens
When talking to teens, there is one important thing to understand: We are NOT the same!So often, we think because we are in the same family we think we should understand each other. This is so far from the truth. The quicker you understand that each and every one of...
Changing Behavior Requires Changing Beliefs
When I was little my dad used to tell me that he would give me gumballs when I was in my mom's tummy. He said I would knock on her belly and he would open it up using the belly button as the door handle. I would stick my hand out and he would give me a gumball. He...
When You Feel Like Something Is Missing
If you feel like something is missing, than it is. I recently ran into someone who asked how my marketing career was going. I said, "Oh, I am not doing that anymore. I am a Life Coach." They said, "Really?! Cool, what made you get into that?" I responded, "Well, I was...