The Power of a Word

The Power of a Word

Choosing a positive word that I would like to describe my upcoming year helps me set the tone for the things that I want to achieve. This year my word is Triumph. I’m choosing this word because it signifies great victory and achievement. For me this means a focus on…
Instead of RESOLUTIONS, Commit to REAL SOLUTIONS!

Instead of RESOLUTIONS, Commit to REAL SOLUTIONS!

Resolutions = A nice tradition that lacks the structure needed for deep and permanent changes, and relies on MOTIVATION and FEELINGS to get you to your goal. Real Solutions = A well thought out plan that will lead to deep, permanent, and sustainable changes, and relies on COMMITMENT and ACCOUNTABILITY…
Fill Yourself Up

Fill Yourself Up

Love Others Out of Your Overflow… Even as we cope with our own health issues, we often take on too much when it comes to caring for those around us. We love and prioritize others at the EXPENSE of our own health, happiness and wellbeing. We love others from the…
Take Control!

Take Control!

Dealing with illness is exhausting. It can be really hard to even know where to begin. I get it. The good news is...there IS a way forward and I have seen it many times. It's going to take a little time. Join me on my Facebook group or visit my…
Healthy Habits

Healthy Habits

I do this because it wakes up my digestive system, increases liver function, and starts me off on the right foot for proper hydration during the entire day. What’s the one healthy habit that you do every morning to help you set the tone for your day? Do you drink…
Indigestion Tips

Indigestion Tips

Remove irritating stimulants such as alcohol, caffeine, dairy, gluten, refined sugars, artificial sweeteners, processed foods, hydrogenated oils and junk food. Fill the diet with nutrient-dense whole foods. Add high fibre foods, and increase foods with omega-3 fatty acids. Increase intake of probiotics to restore balance of intestinal flora. Supplement with…
Are You Feeling Blue?

Are You Feeling Blue?

As we are now in fall, and soon to follow winter weather, it is important to be mindful of how our environment affects our mental and physical health. Seasonality affects our routines, activities and the amount of time we spend indoors/outdoors. It influences our diet and the foods we crave.…