Years ago a friend asked me if I was using a Fitbit to track my exercise. I have consistently exercised 3-5 days a week since I was in my twenties and my first thought was “Why would I need a Fitbit to track what I’ve been doing my entire adult Read more…
One of the things I often coach clients around is how to juggle their many tasks and responsibilities without feeling overwhelmed. If I’m totally honest, there are some days I struggle with it myself. With the constant stream of emails and messages, meetings, and other distractions, it’s no wonder that Read more…
In my last post, I discussed psychiatrist and nutrition specialist, Dr. Uma Naidoo’s research on the link between dietary choices and mental health. Dr. Naidoo emphasizes the “Nutritional Psychiatry” approach, highlighting the role of diet in brain function and mood regulation. Dr. Naidoo’s studies have explored how certain nutrients, including Read more…
Boosting memory, focus, and overall mental health is a common goal for many of us as we seek to enhance our cognitive abilities and well-being. Dr. Uma Naidoo, a Harvard trained psychiatrist, professional chef, and trained Nutrition Specialist, has something to say on the subject of how the foods we Read more…
This week I am offering a guest post on the value of being a lifelong learner by Joyce Wilson, an educator and consultant – enjoy! ~~~~~~~~ Lifelong learning is a transformative force, particularly for those pursuing personal growth and self-improvement over 40. Embracing continuous learning offers countless benefits for women Read more…
I have always been a bit of a bookworm. From the time I could, I have loved to read and have made books a mainstay of my life. Recently on vacation, I spent the entire week absorbed in a John Grisham novel and enjoyed every minute of it. In today’s Read more…
Because it’s summer and vacations are on the horizon for many of us, I thought it was a good time to talk about staying fit on vacations, something which some of us struggle with at times. Taking breaks are essential to well being but not when it comes at the Read more…
In today’s fast-paced and often hectic world, finding balance and stability is crucial for our overall well-being. We often focus on physical fitness through cardio and strength training, but it’s important not to overlook the significance of balance and stability exercises. These exercises play an essential role in enhancing our Read more…
I don’t typically write about this topic, however, it recently caught my eye because chronic illness affects approximately 133 million people in the United States alone. That’s 40% of the population! Having worked with clients who struggle with chronic illness, I’ve seen firsthand how wearisome it can be. A chronic Read more…
“Self-care is not selfish. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.” ― Eleanor Brownn We’ve been hearing a lot about self-care over the last couple of years and it seems that it is often interpreted as self-indulgence or selfishness. In reality, it is an essential component of maintaining good mental Read more…