Simplifying Finances, Fitness, Food, & Fun
Have you seen these headlines? Simplifying Your Life, Retire in Your 30’s, or Live Like a Minimalist? Only in the last few years have I learned what simplifying, minimizing, and the FIRE movement, is all about. I’m so glad I explored these topics as they’ve positively changed our lives considerably. Bringing less stress and more joy, less stuff and more freedom,…
Did you set resolutions or personal goals this year – how’s your progress? Goals to get out of debt, lose weight, start an exercise program, fund an emergency savings account, etc. typically get stalled. If you’ve fallen short of achieving yours, instead of sweeping those goals away or putting them on the shelf for next year hit the reset button…
It often happens at some point – the dreaded plateau! I know what it’s like experiencing a weight loss plateau; thinking “I’m never going to lose the rest of this weight!’ Frustration and discouragement settle in. Perhaps even a little anger or resentment emerge when we face a plateau. This is when we really need to take a step back and…
Get active for more energy, and improve how you feel and look. Does the thought of being active with exercise conjure up feelings of anxiety, dread or excitement – or maybe something in between? No matter what your level of fitness is right now, you can find a comfortable solution that truly works for you. Hint: This does not mean…
Right-Sizing Your Meals Not overeating is a key factor in successful weight loss efforts. Learning how much is just enough without overdoing it may take some practice, but is well worth any effort. Look to these 8 portion control tips below to improve your meal sizes. It is not about deprivation, restriction or elimination. It is about listening to your…
Looking to improve how you feel, increase your energy, reduce brain fog, or rid yourself of bloat or excess weight? Eat real food, get real results. Take a real good look at what you eat and drink. Enhance your nutrition and eat real food to do wonders for your overall health and wellness, improving how you look and feel. Where…
One of the biggest struggles that most people face today is a hectic schedule, and the more hectic it is, the less healthy body fuel options are made. To feel good and enjoy more energy even when you have a crazy busy schedule it’s important to choose healthy body fuel options for on the go eating. We’re so busy that it…
One of the biggest stressors in life is money or lack thereof. Since personal finance, let alone financial independence, is not often taught in school many of us feel this financial stress. Being in debt, living paycheck to paycheck, or lacking retirement savings as you approach your later years are serious concerns that can wreak havoc on mental and physical health. Let’s…
“One man’s food is another man’s poison” Most people are familiar with food allergies and more and more people are becoming aware of food sensitivities and food intolerance. While food allergies can cause potentially life-threatening reactions, food sensitivity symptoms can be a little less obvious for some, but can significantly impact the quality of life for others. “Food and chemical…
Feeling Stuck May Not Mean What You Think We all may find ourselves feeling stuck. Literally, we find ourselves stuck in traffic or the grocery checkout line, stuck with curly or straight hair, and even stuck in the mud. Additionally, we may be feeling stuck figuratively at a dead-end job, in a relationship, on a problem, or stuck in life. Here is…
Know Your Net Worth and Your HDL/LDL Recently I watched a webcast put on by Fidelity Investments entitled “Health & Money: A Powerful Link.” Alexandra Taussig, Sr. VP Personal Investing at Fidelity Investments hosted the conversation with personal finance journalist Jean Chatzky and Dr. Michael F. Roizen, of the Cleveland Clinic. The discussion surrounded performing both a physical and financial…
Why I’m starting a blog? For me, there are many reasons. Here are a few: To Connect, Inspire and Create To Share, Teach and Coach To Give, Receive, Love and Grow To see Others Achieve and Succeed Why Blog? Because… I see too much pain out in the world and not enough joy. Here’s to more ACCEPTANCE and JOY! If…
