"The self is not something ready-made, but something in continuous formation through choice of action." — John Dewey
When it comes to health it's pretty typical to think only of your physical body but being aware of and managing your mind and emotions is a critical component of your overall wellness. As you move through each day take notice of how situations and circumstances affect you. Then be intentional in how you react to them. You get to choose how they impact your thoughts and emotions. Have tools ready and available to help you support your mind.
“Your habits will determine your future” — Jack Canfield
Implementing, and sticking to, a fitness routine can be quite challenging. If you don’t currently have one in place, now is the time to start. Exercise provides many benefits to your body both physically and mentally.
Read more...“This is the real secret of life – to be completely engaged with what you are doing in the here and now.” — Alan Watts
Mindfulness is defined as a technique in which you focus your full attention only on the present, experiencing thoughts, feelings, and sensations but not judging them. It is a moment by moment awareness of your body, mind, emotions, and environment without judgement.
“Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food.” -Hippocrates
What is a whole foods plant based diet? If you aren’t familiar with the term, it is a way of eating that focuses on a variety of whole, unrefined plant foods including vegetables, fruit, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes. It eliminates all animal products, processed foods, sugar, animal fats, and oils.
Why would you want to consider eating this way? It has the potential to prevent or reverse chronic diseases, lead to weight loss, improve mental clarity, lower cholesterol, and reduce or eliminate inflammation. An added bonus is reducing your carbon footprint.
What is a whole foods plant based diet? If you aren’t familiar with the term, it is a way of eating that focuses on a variety of whole, unrefined plant foods including vegetables, fruit, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes. It eliminates all animal products, processed foods, sugar, animal fats, and oils.
Why would you want to consider eating this way? It has the potential to prevent or reverse chronic diseases, lead to weight loss, improve mental clarity, lower cholesterol, and reduce or eliminate inflammation. An added bonus is reducing your carbon footprint.
Do you have a well planned, established, and purpose filled morning routine?
A morning routine might be the most important thing you do every day. A solid routine in the morning promises to set you up for a successful day. It can help you feel GREAT and ready to tackle the world! Spend approximately half an hour each morning taking care of yourself. It can help optimize your productivity all day long.
Read more...A morning routine might be the most important thing you do every day. A solid routine in the morning promises to set you up for a successful day. It can help you feel GREAT and ready to tackle the world! Spend approximately half an hour each morning taking care of yourself. It can help optimize your productivity all day long.
