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 […]
Train your taste buds to like healthier food
If you’re reading this, you’re likely hoping to find a way to eat healthier food. Perhaps you’ve been eating processed food for so long that you’re unsure how you’d make the leap to a refrigerator and pantry filled with colorful produce. It’s little wonder that it’s hard to stop munching chips and sugary snacks when […]
5 natural ways to deal with bloating
Do you ever feel a bit overextended in the belly after a meal? Perhaps a bit gassy? Or is it that after a particularly heavy meal, you look like you’re carrying a “food baby?” Unfortunately, bloating is a common occurrence for many of us, given that 25 percent of the U.S. population experiences it regularly. […]
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 […]
Three Ways to Avoid Overeating at Meals
Priscilla Du Preez Thanksgiving and the other holiday feasts are just amazing! And it’s not just the abundance of delicious food but also the people, the decorations, the scents, and the ambiance. They appeal to our senses in so many ways, and it becomes super easy to overindulge on those special days. Alas, the overeating […]
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 […]
