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You’ve dropped your bad habits, but the urge to do them is still there. This is normal and expected. What can control the urge and even stop it is creating an environment that’s conducive for change. Our environment impacts our habits more than we think and we are often competing against it. Making a conscious

After you’ve reached your target healthy weight, the next step on your health journey is to optimize and maintain your healthy weight by continuing to implement healthy habits. Additional benefits for maintaining a healthy weight are linked to decreased risk of disease, better sleep, and living a longer life. If you turn healthy eating habits

Our mindset impacts how we do things and how we can achieve our goals. Having a growth mindset influences our desire to work hard, overcome obstacles, and learn new things.  It’s all about living up to our potential. Here are some tips for developing a growth mindset: Create an action plan. Start by focusing on one

CONNECTING WITH YOUR WHY Connecting with your WHY is fundamental in setting goals for your health and all other areas of your life. It’s important to focus on what you want in order to achieve long-term results. Personally rewarding (intrinsically motivated) goals are easier to maintain and will eventually become a habit. Extrinsic motivation is

Now that school is out for the summer, kids have more free time and parents sometimes hear the dreaded words “I’m bored”. It’s important for kids to stay active and make the most of the summer months before heading back to school. After all, the best way for kids to learn healthy habits is by

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer and with warmer weather comes longer days, plenty of sun, and outdoor barbeques. While hamburgers and hot dogs are signature staples for the grill, there are plenty of vegetables that taste amazing with a smoky char. Here are some vegetables that are great for grilling and perfect

Meditation and mindfulness can benefit your health and wellbeing by training your mind to observe your thoughts as they flow through your mind.  While many assume that meditation is sitting quietly with your eyes closed, there are actually many other ways to practice this technique that you incorporate in your daily routine. Here are some

Health and wellness are two of the biggest components that fuel the energy and quality of our lives. So how does truth play an important role in our health? When you are being true to yourself, you are being honest with yourself and others about what you value and desire. Taking ownership of our health

Now that the weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer, backyard barbeques and cookouts will once again become a regular occurrence. Healthy eating can be a challenge at these events, but if your prepared to tackle any obstacle you may face. Here are some tips for making healthy decisions at a cookout:

Growth vs. Fixed Mindset According to a Stanford University study, researcher and psychology professor Carol Dweck, demonstrates that people cultivate one of two mindsets in a learning experience. In a fixed mindset, people believe that their qualities are innate and unable to change. They also believe that pure talent leads to success with no effort required.