Choose to ask for support! Have you ever been in a place of distress, whether it’s illness, grief, stress, or general upheaval, and found yourself longing for help from someone? Anyone? Please, God, just somebody help me? And then getting a bit angry at God and everyone for not helping? I have certainly been in… Continue reading Creating Your Support System
Category: Mind-Body Weight Loss and Body Love
The Ultimate Healing Tool
I know I’ve talked about love before, but it’s time to bring it up yet again! As we are smack in the middle of the holiday season, it’s the perfect moment to remember that love is everything. No, I’m not kidding! Want to feel completely healthy? Love is the answer. Want to lose weight? Love… Continue reading The Ultimate Healing Tool
Tension Release Breath – De-Stress Now
Here’s a little holiday help for your mind and body! Since physical tension and emotional stress are inextricably linked, it’s important to utilize both mental and physical stress-relief tools. Think of the mind and body as having a continual conversation – the mind, if thinking stressful thoughts, tells the body to create a fight or… Continue reading Tension Release Breath – De-Stress Now
Less is More…and Equals Less Pain
I’m taking a break in the Decoding Pain series, but much more to come on that in upcoming weeks. Today, I am inspired to talk about doing less and still getting it all done. Do those two concepts seem competitive instead of complimentary? Think again! This is one of my favorite topics, which is why… Continue reading Less is More…and Equals Less Pain
Decoding Pain Series – Love Heals
To read the first post in this series, click here. I’ve spent a few weeks talking about one of the messages your body is trying to send you via pain: nurture yourself instead of push yourself. Today, I’m going to talk about another request from your body: Love yourself unconditionally. Love is the most connective,… Continue reading Decoding Pain Series – Love Heals
Decoding Pain Series – True Self Nurturing
To read the first post in this series, click here. Are you aware of when and why you are pushing yourself beyond your body’s recommendations? I used to think I would be pushing myself only if I was, say, training for the Olympics. Now, I understand I’m pushing myself if I feel tension in my… Continue reading Decoding Pain Series – True Self Nurturing
Decoding Pain Series – Pushing Past your Limits
To read the first post in this series, click here. Can you tell when you’re pushing yourself past your body’s messages? If you followed the process outlined in last week’s post, Nurturing vs. Pushing, you have the knowledge and tools you need. Now, you just need a little practice. Staying aware of your body is… Continue reading Decoding Pain Series – Pushing Past your Limits