When I wrote earlier this month that I could feel big changes stirring in my bones, I wasn’t prepared for quite how big those changes would be & how quickly they would take hold. This past month has been one of the most difficult ones that I’ve had in awhile. I’ve been presented with more physical and emotional challenges than I care to count. The hardest part about it has…
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No Alcohol November: The Results
Read moreLast month, I embarked on a No Alcohol November Challenge. My reasons for starting the challenge were not perfectly clear. I said that I wanted to experience all of the things that people report after giving up alcohol—optimized health, weight loss, increased focus, motivation, and energy. But if I am going to be honest, the truth is, I did it because I knew that there was “something” not right about…
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Natural Treatments for Depression and Anxiety
Read moreFor seven years, I suffered from debilitating depression and anxiety. During that time, I tried many treatments. I spent years in and out of therapist offices, psychiatrist offices, and bouncing from medication to medication. Ultimately, the thing that changed—saved—my life was cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). I often describe my journey from darkness to light as crossing a river. I was on one side, and now I am on the other.…
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There is a light that never goes out.
Read more“Imagine there is a fire beneath your heels, so lift them high and use your knees to pull your triceps in towards your chest. Now the flames are rising towards your butt, so lift that, too. Keep looking forward until your toes have no choice, nowhere to go, but up. Stack hips over shoulders, find balance, and soar. Crow.” —Susan, owner & teacher at Power Yoga Buffalo Fans of The…
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It is what you think about.
Read moreIt isn’t what you have, or who you are, or where you are, or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about. —Dale Carnegie If only I had that thing… If only I could be more like that person… If only I were in that place… If only I were doing that… Do you ever catch yourself having these thoughts? Do you…
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Support Farmers’ Markets: Buy Local
Read moreOver the past year, I’ve slowly shifted my food purchasing to 99% organic. I started slowly by seeking organic food at my regular groceries. Eventually I was disappointed with the limited options at the big name stores and tried local natural food stores. At these stores I found a wide array of choices & helpful staff; but they were expensive. Then, I discovered the best thing to ever happen to…
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It’s the Little Things: Creating a Mantra
Read moreSo far, Spring has been really good to me! I’ve been taking lovely walks in the forest with Matthew & Bella (our dog); spending time chasing my sweet nephew around the park; and taking time to meditate & manifest happiness every day. It’s also been incredibly busy. I’ve got a lot going on right now. I’m blogging, speaking, coaching, tutoring, and I just launched my 60-Day Spring Fitness Challenge! Phew.…
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Healthy, Happy Habits in 2011 (Two-Thousand & Heaven!)
Read moreWhether you like resolutions or not, the start of a new year is a good time to implement positive change. You can throw out the old calendar (and old memories) and start a new journey with a clean slate. Not surprisingly, most people (88% according to one study) don’t keep resolutions. So rather than making resolutions, I suggest slowly implementing positive change into your routine. Here are some tips for…
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Replace Fear with Curiosity
Read moreThe only constant in life is change. When it comes to change, we have two choices: 1. Resistance 2. Acceptance Resistance to change is easier in the short-term. If you resist change, you can stay in your comfort zone where it is soft & warm. Acceptance of change will reward you in the long-term. If you accept change, you will be challenged. You will be forced to adapt to new…