There’s something special about the warmth of springtime, don’t you think? It’s not that the sun has been absent during winter; rather, spring stirs up a renewed zeal for life and propels us into action to revive and reinvigorate our environment, even in the midst of a pandemic. So, that “spring cleaning spirit” is in […]
Present for the holidays
Do the holidays–or even the thought of them–make you feel frazzled and stressed out? Whether you’re preparing an epic feast, shopping for the perfect gift, or listening to family members fumble through a conversation, it can be a huge challenge to stay present and mindful during the holiday season. My personal trick is to apply […]
How gratitude can improve your health
It’s no surprise that gratitude can improve your mental health and overall outlook on life, but were you aware of the many benefits of thankfulness when it comes to your physical health? In this blog post, I’ll take you through six ways in which gratitude improves your health. Plus, I’ll leave you with some simple, […]
What’s in your self-care tool box?
Self-care has been a crucial aspect of my health coaching business for quite a while, and with good reason. By not incorporating self-care into their wellness routines, clients lose out on a vital linchpin of holistic health and lifestyle adjustments. However, now that we’re in a “new normal” under the Covid-19 pandemic, I think we […]
Mindfulness: Does it really work?
Well…yes, mindfulness really does work! In fact, science shows clearly defined health benefits for individuals who make mindfulness and meditation a core part of their wellness routine. Before we dive into this topic, let’s make sure we’re on the same page when we refer to mindfulness and meditation. Meditation is the ancient practice of connecting […]
Accountability: the missing link in achieving your health goals?
So, you had the very best intentions/resolutions with regard to your health and wellness goals earlier in the year. You may have bought DVDs to practice yoga at home; invested in mason jars for your salads and overnight breakfasts; and cleaned out your pantry to make room for new, healthy food. You became a new […]
How to create margin and boost your health and happiness
Can you recognize a lack of margin in your life? Is it your inability to arrive on time for appointments? Eating your entire meal in five minutes and not recalling how the food tasted? A home that’s more obstacle course than soothing retreat? A margin intervention might be just the course correction you need. What a margin deficit […]
Five small steps that lead to big health wins
So, 2017 was to be your year to make changes to your health. How are those big health wins going so far? Guess what? We’re already in April! What wellness goals do you really want to achieve, and how are you going to achieve them? My tagline for Healthy Woman, Happy Woman is “Small Lifestyle […]
So you’re STILL awake; what’s next?
In the last blog post, we looked at six morning practices that can lead to a healthier, happier life. So… I presume you’re still awake; what’s next? Here are the other six of my Delightful Dozen morning practices that I promised to share. Weigh in I’d love for everyone to weigh daily, but most people […]
Okay, so you’re awake. What do you do next?
Okay… so you’re awake at the crack of dawn and have a demanding day ahead of you. What do you do next? Dash into the shower, pull on the cleanest outfit within reach, grab some coffee, and rush, half-awake, to work? Attend to the details of getting the kids ready so that you all can get out of […]
