The holidays are a time for joy, family, and togetherness. But amidst the hustle and bustle, it's easy to neglect self-care. This year, let's change that. Instead of waiting until New Year's resolutions kick in, let's embrace self-compassion right now, during this hectic time.

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Think about it: when life gets busy, wouldn't you treat your child or loved one with extra care and understanding? Why not extend the same kindness to yourself?

What type of person are you in December?

Before diving into self-compassion practices, let's acknowledge the different ways people approach self-care during the holidays:

• The "New Year's Resolution" Type: These folks wait until January 1st to start any significant changes, often setting unrealistic goals that lead to disappointment.
• The "Preparation Pro" Type: These individuals are proactive, researching and planning for their future goals, like reading books or taking courses.
• The "Not Ready Yet" Type: This ...

The holidays are a time for joy, gathering with loved ones, and creating cherished memories. However, amidst the excitement and festivities, it's easy to let our health and wellness routines fall by the wayside.

To navigate this season gracefully and maintain your sense of well-being, I'd like to offer us some key takeaways:

Embrace Simplicity:

• Prioritize Non-Negotiables: Identify the minimum actions you need to take care of yourself, whether it's movement, meditation, or a healthy meal. These non-negotiables are your foundation for a balanced holiday season.
• Block Your Time: Schedule your non-negotiables into your calendar and communicate them to others. This sets expectations and helps you stay accountable.
• Utilize Slow Times: Take advantage of quiet moments to focus on your well-being, whether it's early mornings or while others are busy.

Manage Social Expectations:

• Develop Inner Wisdom: When faced with requests that conflict with your wellness plan, ask yourself if...

As the holiday season approaches, we often find ourselves preoccupied with thoughts of overindulgence and weight gain. It's a time when many resign themselves to the idea of gaining weight and plan to lose it afterward.

What if we could shift our perspective and view 'weight' as a lifelong journey rather than a temporary fix?

In this blog post, we will explore the concept of weight loss as a sustainable lifestyle. Instead of seeing it as a daunting task that interrupts our habits, we'll discover how small adjustments can make a big difference in the long run.

1. Nutrition: Start with Small Adjustments

Let's begin by focusing on nourishing our bodies. Instead of embarking on drastic diets, we can take baby steps towards healthier eating.

For instance:

1. We can start by increasing our water intake to promote a sense of fullness.
2. We can incorporate more fiber into our diet can enhance satisfaction and aid digestion, as most of us only consume about 3% of the recommended daily
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I'm thrilled and a bit jittery to share a topic that's deeply meaningful to me - the Wellness Vortex.

I'm no stranger to fear and excitement, and the feeling is akin to standing on the precipice of a towering mountain. You see, I have a fear of heights, yet I've been steadily ascending this imposing peak. From a young age, I've been diligently taking one step after another, tending to various aspects of my life – personal wellness, finances, business, family, and relationships. It's been an arduous climb, and I've often wondered if there's an end in sight. What if this mountain isn't what it seems? What if, instead of an endless ascent, I can tap into its energy, gain clarity, and embrace a path that leads to genuine wellness?

The journey involves establishing non-negotiable self-care practices, mastering them, and riding the momentum into the Wellness Vortex, ultimately owning my personal power. This is precisely what the Wellness Vortex represents, and I invite you to embark ...

The holiday season is upon us, and it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle.

With travel plans, gift shopping, family gatherings, and the desire to make the most of this special time, it's essential to find balance and protect your well-being. Instead of merely surviving, let's thrive during this magical time of year.

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Step 1. Reflect on the Year.

Take a moment to acknowledge both the celebrations and challenges you've experienced this year. What lessons have you learned, and how can they guide you through end of the year.

Reflecting on your journey sets the stage for prioritizing what truly matters.

Step 2. Prioritize.

Protecting your boundaries starts with valuing YOUR time. Decide what matters most to you during this season. Is it quality time with loved ones, restful sleep, reflection, more giving, or something else entirely?

Whatever it may be, schedule it into your calendar and guard it as if it w...

"Use your fear... it can take you to the place where you store your courage." - Amelia Earhart.

This powerful quote shared by my dear friend Angela resonated deeply with me, prompting a reflection on my own journey of conquering fears and finding the courage to create freedom.

In this blog post, I want to share my personal experience with overcoming the fear of public speaking and how it transformed into a source of empowerment. My hope is to inspire you to confront your own fears and recognize the tremendous opportunities that lie beyond them.

The Journey of Conquering Fear

Public speaking is a fear that many of us can relate to, and it has been a significant challenge in my life as well. Twelve years ago, I made a decision to change fear into power. I realized that if I wanted to make a difference, I needed to face this fear head-on. It wasn't an easy path, with moments of self-doubt, negative self-talk, and sweaty hands. But I persevered, pushing through the discomfort ...

How do I know my purpose? How do I know my true big Why? How do I know what's really true for me? How do I know if my gut is telling me the truth? 

And what if I know my why but how can I find the strength, confidence, and tenacity to keep going and not give up? How do I know I am strong enough?

When I sent you a survey last week asking what's important to you after 40, some of you mentioned finding purpose after becoming an empty nester and during retirement. 

Your answers inspired me to take a deeper look at my own life. And even though I am only 44, I am starting to ponder the same questions.

By the way, these and more topics we will be covering in the upcoming training "Healthy After 40" on March 24th, Friday 10:30am-12pm CST.

We will cover these five points:

1. How to be consistent with healthy habits  
2. Prevention of age-related degeneration
3. How to find purpose as an empty nester or in retirement 
4. Safe exercise for limited  mobility 
5. How to stay energized
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Wouldn't It be nice to be energetic and positive most of the time? Wouldn't it be good to wake up in the morning feeling positive?

Instead, we hit the snooze button, maybe thinking about the daunting day ahead of us.

We do this day after day, week after week, month after month, and the years go by. We feel worthless and lacking. We blame ourselves and give up. 

Yet we do want a better, happier life and healthier stronger body.  

So here is our choice: we either keep hitting the snooze button and wishing the day away OR we get up and activate! It's simply our choice. 

So once again, I want to reflect on my personal experience.  When I wake up in the morning on  most days, don’t ask me questions,  don’t talk to me, don’t try to engage me in anything.  I don't wanna talk. I don't wanna smile, I think. I don't wanna be active.  I just want quiet. 

And yet you do know me as a bundle of energy, enthusiasm and positivity, right?

Where do I get that if I don't wake up feeli...

As I was prepping my breakfast (eggs, toast, swiss cheese with beetroot leaves), I contemplated what was important to me. I am, after all, past 40...actually 44. 

So let's talk about what's important for those of us who are over 40, 50, 60, and even wiser. 

I wonder if my thoughts resonate with yours. 

I would like to hear 5 major areas you can think of for a Healthy After 40 topic, which I will be teaching on March 24th, 10:30 AM CT. Click here to let me know.  

When we are over 40, what are our major priorities in life?

I feel at this stage we evaluate what works and what doesn't. We make certain changes to remove stress and unnecessary relationships. We often start new passion businesses or find other ways to take on new challenges or find other ways of adding income or meaning to our lives. We may start looking seriously at opportunities to grow wealth. 

I am sure HEALTH is at or near the top of the priorities list for 40+.

I am sensing there are THREE MAJOR HEALTH...

We are buuuusy. Life can become overwhelming. We might be taking care of elderly family members. We meet the needs of our spouses and families. We prioritize our jobs to build wealth and provide for ourselves and others. We do a loooot of things! It feels like juggling 10 balls in one hand. I hear you; I have often felt that too.

I think we all understand that we tend to take care of other people and outside responsibilities before we take care of ourselves. We know that often we simply don't prioritize self-care. We know we are not putting our oxygen masks on first. We know this isn't healthy for us. We feel like we should know and somehow do better!  We know what we SHOULD be doing, don't we? BUT we are just too busy and overwhelmed to make it happen

Do we often feel that if we start with our own self-care first, we are somehow failing others? The emotion comes from the pit of the stomach telling us we must take care of them first.  We blame ourselves for not taking care o...